Mark, sometimes the cheapest and easiest solutions are the best. If you
think of the problem, rust from water coming in from somewhere, then
replace it with oil coming in, and add it whenever you need it, or on a
regular basis as your mechanic suggested.
Larry
CoolVT@aol.com wrote:
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> I've had a series of Volvos and they tend to develop rust inside the bottom
> of the door panel after 8 or 9 years. I had a body man look at the rust
> streaks showing at the weep hole in the bottom of the door. He said it would
> be too expensive for the age of the car to do a good repair. He suggested I
> put a thin 3' plastic tube on an oil can and load up the inside and do it
> once or twice a year. I have done it (leave the car on the grass for a few
> hrs. with newspaper to catch the drippings). The rust stops completely.
> There is no more rust stain at the drain holes. It has been 3 years now.
> Mark L.
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