Hi,
I bought a FordService 'Touch-Up Set' to repair a half-centimetre diameter rust spot on the rear door frame of my 2009 Focus (see attached images) but find the included instructions somewhat confusing.
First, I guess I need to rub off the surface rust, right? The included instructions are simply:
"Remove red top (rust erasor) from the cap, reverse it and insert. Prepare and clean the damaged area thoroughly. Shake pencil thoroughly. Check colour shade. CAUTION: Apply an initial coat of Basecoat 1 for 3-coat paints and allow to dry for 45 minutes. The damaged area is repaired with a basecoat (basecoat 2 for 3-coat pains). Allow approx. 45 minutes drying time and paint a second layer of clearcoat."
Is "basecoat 2" a different product or does it mean I should apply 2 coats for the basecoat for 3-coat paints? And how do I know whether I have 2-coat or 3-coat? (My car is a UK 2009 Focus tdci 1.6, silver).
Not sure how to use the red top.
I have a tub of Hammerite Kurust too. Should I use that first?
Any advice, tips would be appreciated, thanks! I realise the finish is not going to be invisible (especially with my skills!) but just want to arrest the rust and ensure it doesn't spread.
Thanks!
Pete
I bought a FordService 'Touch-Up Set' to repair a half-centimetre diameter rust spot on the rear door frame of my 2009 Focus (see attached images) but find the included instructions somewhat confusing.
First, I guess I need to rub off the surface rust, right? The included instructions are simply:
"Remove red top (rust erasor) from the cap, reverse it and insert. Prepare and clean the damaged area thoroughly. Shake pencil thoroughly. Check colour shade. CAUTION: Apply an initial coat of Basecoat 1 for 3-coat paints and allow to dry for 45 minutes. The damaged area is repaired with a basecoat (basecoat 2 for 3-coat pains). Allow approx. 45 minutes drying time and paint a second layer of clearcoat."
Is "basecoat 2" a different product or does it mean I should apply 2 coats for the basecoat for 3-coat paints? And how do I know whether I have 2-coat or 3-coat? (My car is a UK 2009 Focus tdci 1.6, silver).
Not sure how to use the red top.
I have a tub of Hammerite Kurust too. Should I use that first?
Any advice, tips would be appreciated, thanks! I realise the finish is not going to be invisible (especially with my skills!) but just want to arrest the rust and ensure it doesn't spread.
Thanks!
Pete