Rust Solutions! Fast Etch - Remove Rust & Leave a Protective Coating to Prevent Future Rust!

Rust Solutions! Did You Know that Eastwood Fast Etch is great way to remove rust, leave a protective coating to prevent future rust while also promoting adhesion for primer? We’re showing you how!
Get Fast Etch: www.eastwood.com/rust-remover-...
This specially formulated rust remover is a powerful, rust-fighting liquid created to meet the needs of auto restorers.
Ideal Prep for Painting and Powder Coating
Leaves Zinc Phosphate Coating
Promotes Adhesion and Prevents Rust
It reaches even inaccessible areas, quickly dissolving iron oxide completely and leaving a zinc phosphate coating. Fast Etch can be sprayed, brushed, or used as a parts dip. It is non-toxic, non-flammable and reusable. This is not a primer. Treated surfaces should be wiped with PRE Painting Prep (10041 Z) or thinner before priming and painting. Only the quart size comes with a sprayer.
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[@Supanova70]

So i used this for the 1st time. AMAZING. The only thing i would add is if you leave it on the panel to dry and then want to paint it the thick etch does not come off completely. I re - applied the etch with a scuff pad then immediately washed the panel down with Acetone.*** Important*** Make sure the panel gets neutralized with pre- or Acetone right after re-activation or else the epoxy will never dry and you will have issues. Trust me.. I would also da 80 grit metal after that to start fresh for Epoxy or fillers. Acid+ paint like water + oil do not mix .

[@frankwilliams7280]

I have this product, and it is really good. I used it to protect 2 fenders. 6 months later, they still looked the same, cleaned then with pre-paint prep and they were ready for primer.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Stuff works well

[@Supanova70]

Right from SPI which applies in using this product or any products like this. The ONLY acid cleaners SPI recommends is Opsho, PPG and DuPont metal preps as long as their instructions are followed to a tee. Use any other system you want, just do us a favor and use no SPI over them. There can be NO shortcuts for good results. Ospho, is a great product for automotive if used right, we give scare warnings because we want people to call so we can make sure they know how to neutralize it, so no problems will arise. Only one way to use and here it is: Use as needed and apply as many times as needed to get the spot clean, let dry and leave for months if you want, don’t matter. To neutralize the Ospho MUST be wet, so if dry, re-wet with itself and let set one or two minutes and with a clean rag and water, wipe off like washing the car and then dry. Next, then da car with 80 grit, clean with 700-1 wax and grease remover, let set an hour and coat with an epoxy.

[@DoktorJeep]

"I don't own a piece of nice clothing". Yeah. It's usually with the decision to renew my wardrobe that edges me towards a project because clothes that last me years under normal use are usually trashed after a project. But that's a good thing.

[@sportdrama8580]

can you suggest any best Chemical derusting for 7 tank process

[@Formulabruce]

this WILL "ETCH" your uncoated Cement floor in your Garage! It does, however work Very well on the metal on the car !

[@valeriepickens2533]

Yeah,...if you can get your hands on it!! I ordered " Fast etch", platinum rust incapulater, Pre,...all by the gallon, and received an e-mail saying, they canceled the order!! When we checked into it father,...they tried saying we canceled they order! WE DIDN'T!! When I replied with the same message, I just mentioned here, ( saying that we didn't cancel the order,...we haven't heard from Eastwood since!!

[@eastwoodco]

Please call us directly so we can this sorted for you: 800-343-9353

[@mikeschlup4164]

how about rusty motorcycle spokes on alum rims?

[@joelbrower8635]

I have used other brands of rust remover that are washed off with water. Would this work good to remove the flash rust left by the water wash down?

[@WayneKerrr]

I know this is an older video, but will fast etch be good for removing light rust and really old, worn paint? I'm trying to do some rust clean up and repair in a tight area that is difficult to reach and thought maybe this would be the perfect thing to clean it all up with before going over it with some rust encapsulator plus

[@ELEVOPR]

Doesn't break cleaner do the same thing? Or WD-40 Rust Remover? I'm only looking to sand down the top of the Radiator support and bring it down to the bare metal on a car that was parked for 4 years and radiator support had rust spots on it.

[@rafulvargas2523]

Will this work prior to powder coating?

[@houseofcoalsbbqrickrileyjr.]

I’m working on sanding down my 58, to bare metal, but I wanna leave it that way, but I’ve got a lot of areas we’re there the rust is staying, (brown spots), especially the hood where it was really exposed. Can I use your product to where it’s all bare metal? Then I plan on using shark hide I believe to coat the bare metal! Thank you!

[@cryptofanboifukboi7159]

Do you have to wash it off before priming? Do you have to use a water or oil based primer?

[@houseofcoalsbbqrickrileyjr.]

Nice! I should have watched this before I committed! 😎

[@Tom-wq2mz]

Do you offer anything for heavy surface rust or will this remove heavy surface rust. Thank you

[@eastwoodco]

This may be what you're looking for: www.eastwood.com/rust-remover-eastwood-rust-dissolver.html And check out the video on that page where we soak an old dash in the Rust Dissolver.

[@nustar1]

After it dries are there any steps I need to follow prior to welding?

[@eastwoodco]

Remove it with Eastwood PRE Paint Prep. Also make sure the area is completely dry before welding.

[@jockellis]

You told me that this has to be removed before body leading but how do you remove it. The area I did s year or so ago is still rust free.

[@eastwoodco]

Remove it with Eastwood PRE Paint Prep.

[@thespraysociety3276]

Im having trouble getting it off to prime, I used wax an grease remover an it still has a coating on that won't come off ,when I sand it a lot of grey dust keeps coming off. Is that coating supposed to stay there

[@outoftime788]

ya im thinkin yes

[@AwakeDude911]

it sure etches !!! ..............It etched my daily driver car leather seat while it leak on them going to work on my project car.....

[@jonhoffnagle1462]

I am working in my engine bay around the battery tray and brake fluid reservoir where rust has formed. It's not heavy rust, more like surface rust. There are painted areas that have original paint I need to preserve. It would be nearly impossible to mask these areas off, and inevitably will have Fast Etch run-off. I also have very tight areas where I will be unable to agitate them with scotch brite, and in a couple areas, even with a small wire brush. First, will the Fast Etch harm the original paint where it ran off and dried? And second, will it still remove the unagitated areas of rust? Would several applications of the Etch solution remove the rust in those inaccessible areas? Thirdly, can I prime over the dried Fast Etch residue? And finally, will the dried residue wash off those surrounding areas that have original paint, with water after the new paint is applied and cured? Thanks for any feed back. Jon H.

[@Supanova70]

The ONLY acid cleaners SPI recommends is Opsho, PPG and DuPont metal preps as long as their instructions are followed to a tee. Use any other system you want, just do us a favor and use no SPI over them. There can be NO shortcuts for good results. Ospho, is a great product for automotive if used right, we give scare warnings because we want people to call so we can make sure they know how to neutralize it, so no problems will arise. Only one way to use and here it is: Use as needed and apply as many times as needed to get the spot clean, let dry and leave for months if you want, don’t matter. To neutralize the Ospho MUST be wet, so if dry, re-wet with itself and let set one or two minutes and with a clean rag and water, wipe off like washing the car and then dry. Next, then da car with 80 grit, clean with 700-1 wax and grease remover, let set an hour and coat with an epoxy.

[@houseofcoalsbbqrickrileyjr.]

If I use fast etch, would I even need Shark Hide to protect my bare metal?

[@tracycolorado]

if you use aircraft stripper to remove the paint ,afterwards , do you wipe down with Pre or do you have to sand , for any stripper residue ? , before using fast etch

[@tracycolorado]

thanks Dean , you Rock , Love NEB. except when they play CU ;- )

[@eastwoodco]

Remove the Fast Etch with Pre Paint Prep before applying other coatings, primers or fillers.

[@kylehackney4329]

i dont have a garage so would a car like cover work ? to keep it out of the rain and bad weather?

[@deankay4434]

+Kyle Hackney I have the same problem, garage is full, too much equipment and lost big garage when we moved. To answer your question, strip the panel with chemical stripper or blasting, then apply Fast Etch, wipe to cover, let dry. Now, cover the vehicle with plastic from the home improvement store and anchor with what you have handy, sand bags work great as sharp stuff will tear when windy. I did this for my 67C10, one panel at a time. Have time, just hurt bad so can't go like I used too. The Fast Etch will leave a decent film on bare metal, but wipe down again if needed. I use it on my large MIG wire spool so it does not rust while sitting. Lost one $60 spool that way due to humidity inside, no more. The Fast Etch did not cause any issues when welding with it months later. Extra spools are vacuum bagged due to good price.

[@arcorob]

quick question (should be easy)...So if I use this on a stripped bare metal panel. Then clean with pre...can I then use body filler before priming or do I have to seal with epoxy primer first ? Thanks EASTWOOD !!!

[@deankay4434]

Robert Arco Yes, stripping the panel either blast media, sanding or chemical, the Fast Etch rubbed in for 30 minutes wet, needs removed with "PRE" paint cleaner or acetone. If the panel is to be finished, check with your supplier of base. As epoxy primer becomes popular, like SPI Epoxy, any phosphate left behind is bad. Only an acid based product can re-activate an acid based product for removal. SPI recommends Ospho, wet, clean, re-apply and remove with their cleaner, but many use acetone. Sand area with 80 grit, clean with cleaner & tack, then apply epoxy primer as it is water proof. The SPI has a 7 day open window and poly filler applied during this time will bond with the epoxy. Once filler is sanded to smooth. re-coat with epoxy. If finished with filler (And you are that good), The SPI epoxy can be thinned and used as a sealer, prior to base coat & clear. Just be careful not to leave the product on areas to be painted. I used it inside a trucks bedside that had welded area's, heated areas for shrinking or stretching, but need protection, but not epoxy. Had to spray some areas, but impossible for others spots. Best to do something for areas behind the finish other than relying on a rust-proofing material, like the oily, yellow waxy stuff.

[@Sloansteelsigns]

Could you use this on brake discs?

[@eastwoodco]

You can use it to remove the rust and if you plan on painting or powder coating them, make sure you remove the Fast Etch with Eastwood PRE Paint Prep.

[@gregcressey1791]

Who would powdercoat brake discs 🙄

[@paulbeach2113]

I'm about to fast etch the underneath of the floor of my 57 chevy ,but there is some red primer paint from factory left after blasting and using other abrasive tools ,will the fast etch do anything to it or what do i need to do before using the fast etch,I'm in the UK ,cheers

[@markh5779]

What else needs to be done prior to shooting an epoxy primer? Just wipe down with Pre or does it needs a good sanding?

[@FatherOfOurs]

Mark H Minute 10:40 is your answer

[@thespraysociety3276]

Can wax an grease remover take it off prior to shooting opoxy

[@thespraysociety3276]

Will wax an grease remover take it off prior to lay n mud or primers

[@johnnyjohn8073]

the spray society. You never got an answer from Eastwood because they want you to buy their expensive stuff when you can just as easily buy it from Home Depot for a cheaper price. Buy the self etcher from home depot (called Concrete & Metal Prep), it's a green chemical that you can easily see through the barely visible plastic bottle. This same chemical is also used to etch the concrete floor on a garage when people paint their floor. Do the work on your car metal panel similar to like this guy does it. Spray the metal part you're working on then rub it around the whole metal with a sponge or cotton rag to distribute the etching evenly otherwise you may get drips streaks from the fluid sliding down the metal piece. Repeat the process if necessary to ensure the metal gets etched properly for a several minutes then wipe it dry. Then clean the panel with acetone poured onto a rag. If you're going to primer it several days later or several weeks later, leave it as is after the steps I described but hopefully indoor because moisture from rainy days or cold nights may still create surface rust. There is no point of doing all the work like these guys on the video just to repeat the process all over again; at least get to the epoxy primer step if it won't get painted for several months or over a year. Once you are ready to primer use acetone & dampen a cotton rag or those blue roll paper shop towels to wipe off the the metal surface. I use an epoxy primer instead of some etching primer. Let the epoxy primer dry 1 or more days, scuff it with a green or burgundy scuff pad then primer with a regular primer like high build primer. 1 or more days later, sand the primer with 400, 500, or 600 grit sand paper, then paint it. Honestly I painted a fender after only using epoxy primer & scuffing it. 2 years later the paint still holds nicely.

[@Supanova70]

@@johnnyjohn8073 Agreed.. I could not get the film off after drying for weeks before epoxy. I had to reapply etch with a red scotch pad then wipe with acetone to get that off before paint.

[@jamesgolden3354]

Would fast etch be good between spotwelded pannels with no rust as a preventive for future rust on a bear metal resto as there is no other way to get inbetween the pannels prior to paint

[@eastwoodco]

A weld through primer would be your best bet

[@bjputvain]

Can i paint or powder coat on this product or do i clean it of when it’s time to powder or paint

[@eastwoodco]

We recommend cleaning with pre paint prep before you paint or powder over the part.

[@antwanwilliams6893]

How would you clean it off ?

[@GMPC]

@@antwanwilliams6893 all you have to use is there pre paint prep to clean it off then u can powder and paint over the pre paint prep. Check out our channel we do this process all the time

[@harrismartinez7015]

Can you use this on a rust that is built on my chassis instead of sand blasting it?

[@sleeks9939]

Yes. Just make sure it stays wet. I use Saran Wrap to wrap after I spray the solution so it doesn’t dry up.

[@lichtyr]

can you paint over this with primer?

[@eastwoodco]

You will want to remove the Fast Etch with Eastwood PRE Paint Prep before applying primer or body filler or other coatings.

[@michaelw7540]

@@eastwoodco, you might want to change the description then. The description claims it promotes adhesion for priming which is telling people they can primer over it. And if you're supposed to clean it off before primer then I'd assume to just use Ammonia that'll work just as good and just as fast. Then spray etching primer directly after because leaving a bare metal car just sitting around is just laziness and pointless (unless you want that Bare Metal Look which is actually what I'm doing right now on my '86 Dodge Ram D100 Custom. I'm coating it with Boild Linseed Oil to protect it from rust and it can last years if applied with heat and correctly).

[@bradleyboyer5021]

Is this for just light rust??

[@eastwoodco]

It works great on light rust. For heavy rust try Eastwood Rust Dissolver. A great video using Rust Dissolver on an 80 year old dash will be posted today.

[@tommyballance5640]

what about overspray.

[@eastwoodco]

Do you mean Fast Etch overspray? It will affect other things it touches, like paint.

[@yendortgone]

How heavy rust will it remove?

[@eastwoodco]

It works great on light rust. For heavy rust try Eastwood Rust Dissolver. A great video using Rust Dissolver on an 80 year old dash will be posted today.

[@jonpulicicchio5000]

Thanks for the video. I watched this later in the day so i hope you review the later comments. . My questions are; I live in a Pacific Northwest coastal town.....I have a 98 Suburban that I towed and unloaded a boat into salt water. Even though I washed it after every use the rear of the frame has a medium coating of rust on it. Will this product work on the frame? Can I use it with a compressor sprayer? Afterwards if I can use it and I finish the cleaning I plan on taking it to the dealer who will be doing a full undercoating. Suggestions!!!

[@eastwoodco]

You can use it with a pump sprayer. For heavier rust try Eastwood Rust Dissolver. A great video on that product will be posted today. Or check it out at Eastwood.com.

[@jonpulicicchio5000]

Ok. Thanks

[@MarkNastasi]

will it ruin paint

[@eastwoodco]

You don't want to get it on paint.

[@Tom-wq2mz]

Mark Nastasi Why yes.

[@theflyinwop]

Why don't you answer questions posted ? You trying to sell this, product which is really "OSPHO" or not ?

[@jimmygrant3212]

Ed Passerini Ospho is green and is considered a converter not an etch

[@61spindrift]

Ed, I know this is 2 years later but, wondering if your still crying cause he did not drop what he was doing and get right back to you. FYI, these are only video's Eastwood puts out free of charge to help us DIY'ers (and yes...cryers). If you want specific's on a product Eastwood has a tech line that answers all questions on their products...also free of charge. Unfortunately Ed, they will not come to your house to work on your project...for free. Now dry your eyes and pull up those big boy pants and do it yourself.

[@brandoncarey2329]

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[@paintbykevin886]

Can you epoxy prime it after your rust is gone?

[@eastwoodco]

Yes