Oil pan surface rust

[JRihani]

So I have some areas of surface rust on the oil pan of my 1996 12-valve. My plan was to lightly sand and then coat with some Eastwood Rust Encapsulator.

If I ever need the transmission out of the truck, I'll likely replace the pan with a new one. Does my plan sound like an okay fix until then?

Thanks for the advice!

 

[DavidC]

I think I have read using Por 15 also.

 

[DavidC]

A link if you consider por 15
https://www.por15.com/POR-15-3-Step-Stop-Rust-System

 

[JRihani]

David, thanks! I've used POR-15 in the past but the Eastwood is what I currently have sitting at home. Sounds like some kind of rust treatment will do the trick until the opportunity to replace the pan.

 

[Timd32]

Sounds ok. From Amazon.

For the absolute ultimate rust remedy, first brush or spray-on Eastwood Rust Converter, then prime with Rust Encapsulator.

NOTE!

One 15-oz. aerosol covers about 10 sq. ft., and contains no isocyanates.

One Gallon covers about 160 Sq Ft.

Heat-resistant up to 400°F.

Made in the USA.