Workshop Journal
Guidelines for Applying Lanolin Wet-Film Undercoating on Your Vehicle
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…
4th to 5th Gen 4Runner Brake Swap
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,…
Can Lanolin Vehicle Undercoating Help to Stop Rust?
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…
