In a message dated 97-08-17 02:04:36 EDT, gt0003a@prism.gatech.edu (Jurgen
Hartwig) writes:
<< This said, does anyone know the feasibility of using sacrificial metals on
the auto body to prevent rusting. Essentially, if one uses a metal with a
lower emf, you cause rust to attack the sacrificial metal and leave the
steel body unharmed. This is a practice commonly used on large boats.
I am also considering doing some experimentation with metal powders mixed
in various rust-retarding paints to determine if rust can be prevented more
readily. By mixing various metal powders(aluminum, zinc, etc) I may be
able to create a paint that will prevent rust indefinitely.
Jay >>
My grandfather prides himself on "leading" a car. In stead of using putty,
he somehow melts lead, and almost solders it in the space of rust holes.
While not stopping rust, it's pretty neat. Anyone else know more about this
"lost art" as he calls it?
~Mike Lishego
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