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Owning a car here in Canada is one of the greatest investments and achievement that one can really
brag on. However, there is more than just owning a car that waits for you in case you might be thinking
it’s a walk in a park. Despite being the greatest, fanciest and obviously the most expensive asset one can
think of, cars turn into a pain in the neck at some point.
As we all understand, the nature of these cars is always to depreciate as time goes by. While that
happens, breakdowns and faults become so much frequent. These problems varies from engine failures,
powertrain knocks, electrical components failures and wearing of the body panels. There are plenty of
causes behind the breakdowns of cars but this article will only focus on “rust”. This article also pushes
for the need of securing an extended warranty. This is an external coverage from all unprecedented
problems that could pose a huge threat to the car’s well-being.
How rust leads to car-related failures?
Here in Canada and most other parts that are known to have long winter periods have always recorded
the highest number of rust-related problems. Due to the heavy snow falls, rains and ice, the mushy
conditions have made most places rampant to causing rust related issues to cars. Besides, the chemicals
and compounds used to melt ice and snow the roads have been reported to be another rust causing
agent.
The mushiness and slats from the compounds used to melt ice contain the rust-causing agents that
when in contact with metallic parts, its done!
Fortunately, there are plenty of measures that have been structured in place to help fight against rust.
They are categorized as rust proofing and come in two types. We have the application of grease-based
rust proofing methods and the use of oil-based rust proofing methods. Despite these methods being
place to combat the rust menace, there still are plenty of doubting fellas. Some believe that rust
proofing doesn’t work.
Rustproofing methods.
Rust is a real threat and if not well handled can ultimately lead to the breakdowns beyond repairs and
not to mention other catastrophes. Rustproofing is broken down into two different types as described
above; Oil-based rustproofing and the application of grease-based rust proofing. These methods when
applied in the right manner tend to help a lot in making most car parts prone to rust resistant. On top of
that, car owners are advised to secure other protective measures incase rust cases turn out severe.
Acquiring an extended car warranty is essential in securing the car from any unforeseen breakdowns.
Check out the following most effective rust proofing methods that you can apply;
Electric module
Oxygen and moisture are the two common agents of rust that cause devastating damages once in
contact with metallic bodies. Electric module is a modern and recent invention that has really scaled up
the fight against rust. This method is so simple and seamless and does not need extra layers of moisture shields added on the body panel or parts. A small electric device is attached to the core metallic parts of
a car and works by emitting a weak current through its connected parts. This current prevents the
reaction of rust-causing agents with the metallic parts. Sadly, having the device secured costs and an
arm and a leg. However, due to its effectiveness, digging deeper into your wallet won’t be a waste. The
electric module goes from $500 to $1,500 depending on the dealership.
Drip oil spar and dripless oil spray
The drip oil spray and the Dripless oil spray are two different methods used to protect a vehicle from
rust. The two methods work in almost similar way that include spraying of a rust protective agent on the
car’s body panel and other metallic parts. The Drip oil spray works by drilling holes onto the vehicle’s
body panel and the compound spray for effectiveness. The compound used will drip-off the car parts in
a period of one or two days but it still protects the vehicle parts. On the other side, the dripless oil spray
involves used of a thick and gluey oil that stick and forms a protective cost of the part sprayed.
Undercoating
Undercoating is not a new term but rather has been in place since the 1950s. The process involves the
application of a tar-based compounds on parts that are exposed to rust. Once the compound hardens
and heals, the parts beneath will have been shielded from any rust-causing elements. Unfortunately, the
downside of suing this method is that the coat formed eventually looses quality over time and falls off.
That now calls for the redoing of the entire procedure after a given period.
Conclusion.
When talking about rust and its effects on vehicles, the matter needs to be taken sensitively since rust is
a time “killer”. Rustproofing is the most effective method that works in preventing rust from eating up
the car. We are all aware of how much devastating rust could turn a car to if not quickly and carefully
attended to. Therefore, rustproofing remains to the only effective methods to prevent all that. Besides,
vehicle owners are advised to secure extended warranty coverage that helps prevent any costly and
unforeseen damages to the car.
Reach us out for an extended car warranty quote via email at info@aprotectwarranty.com or directly
call out toll-free line +1-866-660-6444 for further assistance.