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T4ls Member Since: 09 Sep 2023 Location: Berkshire Posts: 16 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
hello, i know this is an old post but id love to know of you managed to correct this and if so how? |
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Haylands Member Since: 04 Mar 2014 Location: East Yorkshire Posts: 8354 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Once the rust is visible on the inside of the tailgate then it is too late to treat it successfully, anything you do will just "slightly" postpone the inevitable, the only way to fully cure it is to cut off the bottom outside section of the tailgate, sandblast all the rust off the frame and weld in new metal then treat it all to a good dose of rust prevention...
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JayGee Member Since: 27 Jul 2021 Location: London Posts: 3283 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
A rusty tailgate is a badge of honour. It proves you are a dedicated L322 enthusiast and not just any old SUV owner. 2012 TDV8 Vogue (L322) |
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Rex the RR Member Since: 15 Nov 2019 Location: Perthshire Posts: 43 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
That did make me chuckle and l totally agree! |
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jjfang Member Since: 13 Nov 2020 Location: Chicago Posts: 44 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Depending on how bad it was it could have maybe been 'saved'. Depending on how the rust was on the inside of the tailgate. I'd say your best bet is to have a shop grind all the seam sealer off and open the lip to see how the rust is in there seam. Hopefully if not bad or just concentrated around the seam then you can treat it, reapply seal sealer, and repaint and get some more time. But I HIGHLY suggest a yearly treatment of cavity wax of sorts in the upper tailgate.
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