Have a feeling we’re in for a biblical winter. Toyota not being known for great rust protection I decided to stack the deck.
Undercoating for winter climates
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Cool, how'd you choose that product instead of say Fluid Film, Wool Wax or something else? I don't think I've seen ACF-50 before.
PS -- cause I couldn't find anyone who'd apply anything else I ended up doing Krown on my 4Runner. Was a very mild winter with not much exposure to road salt, but in any case the underside still looks good a year later. Want to get a second treatment but the nearest location is like 90 min from me and they're pretty booked up too...
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Pilot friend recommended who’s had experience with it on aircraft. It’s also popular on a RAM truck forum I’m on. Goes on easy and lasts 2-3 seasons. Won’t harm electrical connections etc. and acts as a lubricant.
After growing up in the rust belt and watching cars rust away to nothing, I am so glad I don’t have to deal with this problem!
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Yeah, but you can’t touch your steering wheel April-Oct
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I am fanatical about using a sun-shade year round. That and quality tint on the front windows really helps keep the interior slightly below hell temperatures. I'm also going to try those side window deflector/shades when I find a set that looks acceptable. Keeping your windows open a half-inch so the interior can breathe a bit makes a HUGE difference.
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Growing up in Glendale I feel your pain. On the plus side you can get away with washing your car once every couple months! Only thing I miss about Phx. Is the Mexican food and the smell of creosote bush after a good rain
LOL, I do a $7 touch-free wash at a nearby gas station once a week or so and it's all I ever need. You're also right about the Mex food and the awesome smells after the rain.
