Rear quarter/fender issues...
Dec 27, 2011, 03:13 PM
#1
Rear quarter/fender issues...
the paint started poppin' real bad on my rear pass. side and today I said enough and took the sanding disc to the paint to reveal what was underneath.
I was quite shocked on how bad it really is..
There is evidence of previous work as this area had been re-sprayed. So now, My options.. I know the proper fix is to cut out the bad metal and weld in new. I figure since I have to do this, I might as well make room for some fat rubber..especially since I am due for new summer tires and will be getting new wheels to mount the new tires on. I remember seeing what looked like metal +10mm wide fender lips..Anyone know what I am talking about? What else can I do that will be stock looking if anything? What kind of rubber can I jam under the rear with fender mods on stock ride height? I am thinking 275? Will 275's fit on the front ? Have a look and let me know what you guys think?
Dec 27, 2011, 03:42 PM
#2
Yep, that's the exact same problem I have. I took it to the stealership about a year ago to see if they would cover it under the perforation warranty and they denied it because they said it wasn't all the way through. A few months later I tried to fix it myself and the rust did in fact go all the way through 
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
Dec 27, 2011, 03:52 PM
#3
Yep, that's the exact same problem I have. I took it to the stealership about a year ago to see if they would cover it under the perforation warranty and they denied it because they said it wasn't all the way through. A few months later I tried to fix it myself and the rust did in fact go all the way through I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.
I tried Bondo but it's already bubbling up and starting to rust again. Curious to hear some other suggestions on how to fix it.So now I'm at the point I have to get this taken care of before it gets worse.
Dec 28, 2011, 08:12 AM
#7
Link to a new rear 1/4 panel And it turns out they're not even expensive. Cheap way to make sure it gets done right.
-James
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Dec 28, 2011, 09:34 AM
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you can also cut the area out and weld in a new section than apply a rust prevention spray and than body filler and than turn you rear quarters into this:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
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I had the same issue with my driver side rear fender. I already got it fixed and thought it was something that I might have caused (don't remember hitting anything).
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
Dec 29, 2011, 09:27 AM
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you can also cut the area out and weld in a new section than apply a rust prevention spray and than body filler and than turn you rear quarters into this:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...0/IMG_6010.JPG
I had the same issue with my driver side rear fender. I already got it fixed and thought it was something that I might have caused (don't remember hitting anything).
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
But looks like its a problem from the manufacturer. Obviously I would be wasting my time speaking with the dealership.
I have a brother in law who is a class action suit attorney. I think I'm gonna check with him and see what he says.
Dec 29, 2011, 09:57 AM
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Just had it at a shop to have a friend of a friend take a look at it. He told me 500 to fix both sides going the POR15 route to stop the rust and then filler and paint. Said it wont last forever but I will get some years out of it... which I know is prolly true.. hmmmm
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