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What's Tectyl, I've never heard of it before? Is it expensive and where can I get it done? I use mine all year round and despite the fact that the powder coating on the chassis is in very good condition at the moment, I really want to do something to protect it before the weather turns really bad.
Any info would be appreciated.
What's Tectyl, I've never heard of it before? Is it expensive and where can I get it done? I use mine all year round and despite the fact that the powder coating on the chassis is in very good condition at the moment, I really want to do something to protect it before the weather turns really bad.
Any info would be appreciated.
Tectyl 506 is an almost clear (amber) liquid for perserving exposed metal - developed for putting new military equipment into outside storage.
Can be brushed or sprayed - doesn't need heated up or over-thinned to apply.
About £25 per 5 litre drum or £5/£6 for an aerosol. I think it's marketed by Valvoline. There are other Tectyl products e.g. 356, etc. for closed metal sections, etc.
The amber one (Tectyl 506) lets you see the metal beneath and dries to a hard finish - will only come off with a very hot steam wash or with solvent. Can be power washed to remove dirt and dust without coming off.
I've used it for years on restored cars - super long-lasting job IMO.
Can be brushed or sprayed - doesn't need heated up or over-thinned to apply.
About £25 per 5 litre drum or £5/£6 for an aerosol. I think it's marketed by Valvoline. There are other Tectyl products e.g. 356, etc. for closed metal sections, etc.
The amber one (Tectyl 506) lets you see the metal beneath and dries to a hard finish - will only come off with a very hot steam wash or with solvent. Can be power washed to remove dirt and dust without coming off.
I've used it for years on restored cars - super long-lasting job IMO.
M@H said:
?? so what does he recommend.. watching it rust ? I'm a fan of hammerite myself.
Apparently so
. That said, the car is only four years old, so I reckon I'll be OK for this winter especially as I'm planning on avoiding as must wetness as I can. >> Edited to add: I'll probably try again this week and see if the story is any different.
>> Edited by V8 Archie on Monday 13th October 11:46
I wouldn't miss out on it Archie, think how quickly you get spots of rust on your brake discs if you don't use the car for a weekend.. its the same for any unprotected metal on the chassis (ie every stonechip).. Whilst the weathers still nice I'd give it a coating of something.. even if its only LM Grease, afterall it will only do some good in the long run.
Cheers
Matt
(and you must be slightly concerned to have asked the dealer
)
Cheers
Matt
(and you must be slightly concerned to have asked the dealer
)
M@H said:Fair point.
think how quickly you get spots of rust on your brake discs if you don't use the car for a weekend.. its the same for any unprotected metal on the chassis (ie every stonechip).. afterall it will only do some good in the long run.
M@H said:No, just investigating after reading so many threads about it on PH.
(and you must be slightly concerned to have asked the dealer
The main problem is that the idea of coating it is fine, but actually getting underneath is rather more difficult, hence talking to the dealer.
>> Edited by V8 Archie on Monday 13th October 12:00
Looking back I had mine done in December 2001 and in January this year.
Can't see the individual costs because it was part of the regular service each time but it can't have been much more than an hour of labour - seems like money well spent to me when you see the factory's powder coating technology....
Can't see the individual costs because it was part of the regular service each time but it can't have been much more than an hour of labour - seems like money well spent to me when you see the factory's powder coating technology....
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