So I went in to get the rust protection done. I was hesitant right up to the last moment on doing this... I don't know, I guess getting holes drilled in your car doesn't sound too appealing. But having said that, I saw way too many Gs starting to rust when I was car shopping for a used one and because I will spend a lot of time on the road in the winter (going skiing/boarding) I decided to go for it.

Here is what I can say so far...
- Not too many holes drilled. I can get a count later on.
- The holes don't stand out that much because the plugs they use could look like something that came from the factory.
- The car is really OILY... like wow! I can't wait to wash the car. They cleaned the windows due to the overspray, but still they are pretty smudged up.
- I was warned that the brakes will have some overspray... and man was it noticeable... you definetly need to give some extra braking space while it all comes off.
- There was a little bit of smoke coming from the engine bay due to some of the overspray burning off once the engine warmed up... they warned me about it, but still, when you see this and how the car is oily it almost feels like you're driving some beater.
- Lots of oil run off in my office parking spot... definetly try to avoid your own driveway especially RIGHT after it's done (I got mine done in the morning and then went to work so it wouldn't be coming straight home).

I'm glad this is a once a year thing. I guess time will show if this was worthwhile.

Also, they told me that it's better to get it done in the warmer months because that allows for the rust inhibitor to better flow into all the weld seams and so on. In case you are thinking of getting it done but waiting closer to the winter, probably better to get it done now.

 

how much did it cost to you, if you dont mind asnwering?

 

It was 100+tax. Regular is 110. When I called, I asked them if there was any promotion right now because I heard sometimes there are $10 off coupons. They told me it was over but would still be able to give the $10 off. The current regular price of $110 is locked for all future annual applications. I was told that they are supposed to have a price increase in January 2010... otherwise, the $110 has been in place for awhile I think.

 

Hey, that's some good information.
I have a rust proofing appointment this Saturday morning with Rust Check, and I'm not too excited about the drilling of holes.

Do you have pictures of your engine bay after the application?
How bad does it look? Did they apply it to certain areas under the hood only, or did they just open the hood and go nuts?!

How does the trunk area look?

There's no excessive oil dripping onto the carpets or anything, right?

You're right, it's better to get the vehicle protected during the warmer months, so it flows everywhere.

 

Good job with the Krown.

I have always gotten my long term vehicle (my trucks) done with Rust Check, where I keep them as long as 15-16 years.

I never bothered with my Gs since I have been updating them every couple of years .

This year I am planning on just getting the underneath of my 09 FX35 done with Rust Check Coat & Protect, just to help with the effects of salt on the bottom and undercarriage.
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Glad you're finding it useful. I figured I'd share because I was looking for some info as well before I did mine coming directly from a consumer.

 

Yeah, wouldn't mind updating mine every couple of years too but not sure how it's going to go. The car is 6 years old so I figured either I'll keep it for awhile and thus try to minimize the chance of rusting or if I sell the car, again, the less rust the better it will be for selling.

I think I'd do the underneath for sure... with mine right now, the only area which has rust are the metal shields around the exhaust, not all that critical, but I'm sure if the previous owner did the rust protection then it would of went a long way towards minimizing or eliminating that rust alltogether.

 

What location(s) are you getting the rust proofing done at? Are some locations better then others?

 

G35fromToronto - Thank you for the responses.
I'll be sure to discuss everything AGAIN in detail with my applicator this weekend to ensure everything goes smoothly.

alphabit - I will be going to the RUST CHECK at the Markham and Finch location, right across the street from the McDonald's and Formula Honda. A lot of my friends and mechanics in the area recommended that place to me. I was told they do very good work!

Since you're from Scarborough, you probably know where the Quizno's used to be in the small plaza behind the the gas station? It's right there.

If you want to drop by on Saturday morning (my appointment is at 9:30am), feel free to do so. I'll be watching the whole process through the window and crying when I hear them drill holes in the car! (shieettt!!!) hahaha!

 

Good job! I Krown my G as well. No rust.

 

Correction on my earlier post, the trunk received two holes as well, one on right and left side. Just noticed them this morning. Looked at the engine bay again last night, I'd say it's very dry in there. For those interested, I'll post some sample pics up in the evening.

I got mine done at this Krowne location:
133 Midwest Road Scarborough, ON M1P 3A6 (416) 431 3693

Someone on here said good things about the guy who runs this shop so I went there. There was a closer location but even though drilling shouldn't take much skill, I figured I'd still play it safe.

 

Good update. I haven't used Crown specifically but have had all my new vehicles undercoated by a quality application for the last 20 years. No holes are drilled with my process. However, drilling a few holes and plugging them is a lot better IMO than a rusty car.

The couple of new cars before then I didn't have done rusted badly in 5-7 years - holes right through the floor, wheel wells etc and weakened frames. Nasty stuff. On the East Coast I will never have a vehicle that will be kept more than 3-4 years without having them done. The investment is recouped at sale time and although messy it's much easier to work on the car without the same amount of seized bolts etc.

A couple of used cars we bought had the same rusting issues but I minimized them with an $80 total car treatment (holes drilled) from Walmart and then annually underbody only for $40. They load the stuff on and it drips like an sob for about a week.

 

I have all our vehicles done annually by a local guy. (except the G )
He recently change to a new undercarriage product with noticeably less after drip.
I think it makes a huge difference on cars that see winter duty.

 

^the stuff I have on this G, the last one and the Mazda has no drip either. More money up front $350 but only minor annual touch up needed for $35 if desired.

 

Well worth it... I think even if you dont drive your car in the winter...

You will notice a burning smell from the stuff on the exhaust.
Last time I got it done they forgot to plug the holes in the trunk, fyi if you notice oil running down your car when you wash it!