Part 2, A Cautionary Tale I’ll share some thoughts here since it’s a common question I get alongside the lanolin wet film undercoating option (see article Can Lanolin Vehicle Undercoating Help to Stop Rust?). I’ll start with the bottom lines at the top again: Outside of brand new vehicles or full frame-off restorations, I generally…
I’ve been spraying Fluid Film & Woolwax for ten years, and have applied it for dozens of clients in my shop. Prepare the Vehicle At minimum, removing any flaking or deep/thick rust is necessary to success. Flaked or layered rust will get the film on the top surface, but prevent it from getting into the…
The bigger 5th Gen 4Runner (2010-2015) brakes can be installed on the 4th Gen 4Runner (2003-2009). Three main components are a direct fit and size upgrade: front calipers, front rotors, and rear calipers. You’ll just need 17″ or larger wheels to fit the larger brakes. Swappers report better stopping power with the 5th Gen brakes,…
Part 1, Lanolin is The Way Bottom lines at the top: Yes, undercoating can help to stop rust. Based on my research and experience, I recommend wet film lanolin coating for any salt belt vehicle, new or old. I generally would not use rubberized or paint-type dry coatings, apart from some particular circumstances – and…