'79 350 - Surface rust in engine bay

[AMT1379]

Hi all,
As I posted before, I recently picked up this C10 Suburban in generally great shape. The biggest problem I know of, is some pretty extensive surface rust in the engine bay. So far it seems to run well, but I will need to address it soon.

The truck is basically 100% stock and original, so I'm trying to figure out the best way to approach this problem. I want to preserve as much as I can, but I don't want to let rust eat away at too much.

Anyone know any good strategies for next steps.

- Aaron

 

[MadOgre]

One part at a time. Remove rust use an acid rust converter and paint with POR 15. If rust is eliminated you can paint with engine enamel paint. But it wont last too too long.

 

[MadOgre]

Try to find replacement items in better shape.

 

[bucket]

Try to find replacement items in better shape.

That's a good idea. A lot of those parts can be found with a good factory finish still, then it will all blend in with the rest of the original parts.

 

[MadOgre]

That's a good idea. A lot of those parts can be found with a good factory finish still, then it will all blend in with the rest of the original parts.

You know I actually really like the finish color of the POR 15 Chassis Coat stuff. I don't think its a stock factory color though its kinda grey a tadd. has a bit of silver powder in it

 

[AMT1379]

I like both ideas, thank you! Probably clean and paint what I have while I look for stock replacement parts.