does this work well on aluminum center console t tops that show some wear and tear from salt water?
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Bryan, the 3M works very well on every (non painted) aluminum surface I've tried it on. I don't have any experience with salt water corrosion/tarnish problems, but I would guess 3M will work on SW exposure up to the extent the metal is permanently oxidized and actually eroded i.e. GONE! Good luck. Ray Anderson
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Yes it works well. You just have to sand off the chunks of rust first then spray this on. I used it for the bottom of my car.
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Yes!!! In a matter of seconds. You will love it. I had rust on an iron radiator that had seeped through the paint , looking terrible, and it came off before I got the rag. I have used it for 30 yrs.
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Yes I used a can on my center console cover for my truck. After a couple coats it was both water and air tight.
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The post by gmcda gives some good advice. My 97 Chevy Tahoe had lots of rust on the exhaust. I was able to salvage my studs by using a rust dissolving catalyst spray called PB Blaster the night before. The next morning, I resprayed before I set out the tools. I used an impact wrench and I had all the studs out in minutes. Low torque is the key to not breaking the studs. Now, heat is king for removing rusty parts if you have it. The kit comes with new bolts and gasket for the rear flange so I used a sawzall to cut those bolts out by cutting right through the old rear flange gasket. Getting the exhaust plug and the drilling were the longest part of the project. The post by gmcda gives some good advice. My 97 Chevy Tahoe had lots of rust on the exhaust. I was able to salvage my studs by using a rust dissolving catalyst spray called PB Blaster the night before. The next morning, I resprayed before I set out the tools. I used an impact wrench and I had all the studs out in minutes. Low torque is the key to not breaking the studs. Now, heat is king for removing rusty parts if you have it. The kit comes with new bolts and gasket for the rear flange so I used a sawzall to cut those bolts out by cutting right through the old rear flange gasket. Getting... » Read More The post by gmcda gives some good advice. My 97 Chevy Tahoe had lots of rust on the exhaust. I was able to salvage my studs by using a rust dissolving catalyst spray called PB Blaster the night before. The next morning, I resprayed before I set out the tools. I used an impact wrench and I had all the studs out in minutes. Low torque is the key to not breaking the studs. Now, heat is king for removing rusty parts if you have it. The kit comes with new bolts and gasket for the rear flange so I used a sawzall to cut those bolts out by cutting right through the old rear flange gasket. Getting the exhaust plug and the drilling were the longest part of the project. « Show Less
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You can look it up online but to be honest it shouldn't matter if its aluminum or not. I have used it on aluminum and non aluminum alike and never had an issue. I believe the warnings only takes precedence in extreme cases where your radiator is already too corroded to recover using products like this. In witch case you can purchase the aluminum safe permatex brand flush. This product is great though, works wonders.
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It's a chromed metal, not aluminum so I'd say good luck. But it is well-chromed(if I can make up a word). I think it would suit you fine, unless it gets ocean spray directly on it. But that's just me.
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We have a hardtop and didn't effect the t tops at all so I'm sure a soft top will work also
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I've used mine in saltwater since the day I bought it. That was almost a year ago. I just rinse it very well when I get home. This motor works perfectly on my little skiff!
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Had a ballast go bad on my 2003 Liberty, water leaked around the seal. The other ballast is still working. Mounted both under the bumper behind the plastic. Make sure all of the seals seal.
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It works better on the windshield. Clean surface with vinegar and water. Works wonderfully.
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I had it on through the winter, the welds and the stainless steel held up with out any rust. I drove through alot of snow and salt that winter and it held up.
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I used this cover on a wheel that is 275/75r16 and had plenty left over to wrap around the back of the tire and cinch tight. I've had it for about 2 years on the back of my jeep and it's just now starting to crack and fade. I put vinal conditioner on it every time after washing and I think that helped with longevity.
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From what I have read on their website, you would need to clean off all the paint to bare aluminum for it to be permanant. It works great on the bottom of my boat, but I was down to bare metal.
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Yes. I use it in the winter time to wash mild accumulations of dirt and road salt off my 911 and BMW. Follow the directions -- don't rub hard to avoid scratches and then lightly buff the area dry with a clean cloth. Use two towels at all times and change them out if they get too soiled (the cleaning one) or too wet (the drying one). Good product.
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I think they would perform fine in that situation. Just keep an eye out for corrosion. Salt water can corrode things that you wouldn't believe it could.
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I have a 57 T-Bird that the fabric convertible top was badly weathered on. It required two applications but from a few feet it now looks very presentable. I was very pleased and will use the product again.B. Young