How to repair a rust hole on your vehicle.

[@madrussian1339]

Might be the best and easiest rust hole patch video ever made. Talk about simple compared to others

[@hugeCRSfan69]

this is great, some rich people here are making negative comments cause they have thousands to spend on welding new metal to a 20 year old vehicle. id rather do this on my 20 year old van, doesnt have to look like a brand new mercedes. just want to make it look better than it does now. dont give a rats @$$ if the rust comes back in a few years, ill just spend 20 bucks and an hour or 2 of my time and fix it again using this great method shown here by kurt. thank you so much for the video

[@sat_sonic]

To all people that are replying / commenting saying that this is terrible way to do it; he says its for cars that people don't really care that much about but don't want a rust hole causing additional damage. ""Winter Beater"! For those of us that know what he's talking about, this is perfect! Thanks for the quick fix! The rust mort should keep the rust from coming back for a very long time. Try to do you best to grind / sand as much of the rust as you can. Of course if you are able to cut out the rust; you could use a piece of fiber glass cloth for a larger hole. Great video overall! Thanks!

[@momohunkerton4294]

It's actually pretty ingenious, the haters are just jealous they didn't think of it. Thinking outside the box, nicely done

[@wildfirerebel99]

I liked the video, if we could all afford fancy metal patches and body work we wouldn't be driving old cars that STILL have value. I am going to try this on my old 95 Honda.

[@buckoman01]

Kurtscottage- You clearly explained your method, spoke clearly, and provided an informative video. Also, I can see this process being utilized for applications than auto repairs. I will attempt to mend a damaged aluminum patio door frame about the lock area (home break-in with crow bar causing large jagged hole) based upon your excellent post. Thanks for helping the community.

[@TheDanDoolittle]

This is great fella. I have a solid transit, but old rusty van. This is perfect for someone like me who just needs a quick fix, i dont need a pretty van.

[@christefca]

Never done this before. This video showed me I can actually follow your example and do it myself! - this is great. thanks.

[@beautyschoolbooks]

I am 69 years old and do my own car repairs. I don't like to do them as i am a girly girl but money stops growing when you retire. Thanks to wonderful people like you I feel game enough to have a go.. Please make lots more videos God Bless you. xox

[@andykelly7172]

Brilliant! I need to pass inspection for a vehicle only intend to drive a few more months. Thank you for the video.

[@ChrisLipoth]

Thanks right. It just shows That anyone with a camera is instantly a pro on everything.

[@mowman334]

Never thought of doing this,great idea for me to use on my old car with a coupled small dust hopes close to read and front fender.Thank you did :-))

[@Danielop721]

Many thanks for your knowledge¡¡¡¡ I have 2 holes in my car. Until I not finish to pay the car, I have no money to repair it. 1 year or more, I don't know. But with you metod I can stop the water inside whit Few Money. I thiking before in fiber glass, but fall down in the hole. Your tip is perfect for my situation. Many, Many Thanks (sorry for my English). Daniel

[@snoopu2601]

This is a trip I never seen this done this way. Pretty cool fast way to fix a hole in a car looks better than it did.

[@michaelhartzell9758]

unique way to patch a hole. Might not be the correct way but if after you sand it and paint it might last.

[@rottenrowdie]

This is whats great about you tube. I never saw this method. I cant wait to try it.

[@JulieCombies]

Comnents saying this won't last, yadda yadda... I plan on using this as a temporary fix on parts that will get replaced later. I don't want a rust spot looking all ugly between now and when I have what I need to put new metal on. Sometimes life forces you to use a temporary, "good enough" solution.

[@bencarkner20]

Julie Combies unless the temporary solution implies using fiberglass body filler, wich costs a pretty penny. aswell as it will absolutely destroy the area you put it kn possibly making it unable to be fixed

[@wenzenuf221]

So true

[@donerae8682]

Thanks i will never use this method

[@nambopanor7373]

If u don'fucking wanna use this method then why do you watch this video

[@fauntleeeeroy]

Nambo Panor . to wind you up

[@yes-ft9ze]

Kurrdt kobain u just showed this man how irrelevant he is

[@johnmcghee5281]

Neither will anyone else haha

[@zengeralex4894]

Sapporo turbo

[@12foot97]

Wow, great vid. Clever method. I built 1/3 of a rocker panel from Bristol board and short strand, was a master piece. Blew the timing belt a week later.

[@phoneyjoe]

A similar half assed technique worked fine for me years ago on an old clunker I had. Not all of us have spot welders or that kind of skill. If we did, we wouldn't be watching a KZbin video on how to fix dents. This video is fine for its intended audience.

[@joesaccomanno4791]

What a great way to repair a rust hole!! Thank you

[@Philip.Magnusson]

very clever using the paper, ive never thought of that.

[@TylerAceOfficial]

+coolakiIlen007 clever? wtf haha

[@Maltinis]

actually fiber glass is really strong, i fixed my rusted front wing few years ago, there is still no sings of rust. I think this method is really useful for people that have car that is not worth fixing it properly.

[@Colin-Fenix]

Exactly, because this method is not fixing the rust properly… it is just hiding it.

[@mechanicsnorthperth]

Excellent! thank you so much for showing us how to repair rust hole in our vehicles. Good job!

[@garthlocklin6355]

Priceless! I heard of this technique in the 70's but never tried it. Great trick for a car flip!

[@danielkarlsson156]

That wax paper trick is a real gem. It takes a lot of work out of working with fiberglass. It can be a pain to grind fiberglass.

[@lincolnj8]

Now that's different. That seems like a quicky that works. I never had much luck with bodywork. Seemed to always rust sooner than I wanted. Your trick is quick, cheap, and last just as long as many.

[@Ekidrat]

kurt your serial killer voice, makes this vid entertaining. the wax paper trick. definitely going to try that.

[@Ieatwhale1]

Thanks for the new ideas, how to repair older rusted cars!

[@CNCPRINTBLOGSPOT]

Hardcore nice unique tip, never seen before. THX

[@jiger3986]

Great idea using Vax paper. 👍

[@rfd2477]

Great video - just what I needed to do a cheap repair on old car. Cheers from UK

[@northperth7514]

Repairing a rust hole could be complicated-- if done absentmindedly. This is a very informative video! cheers mate!

[@vybzmachine316]

so I c ppl criticizing and they are looking at how to repair dents thanks for the tips btw I enjyed wrkin on my car wid the help of this

[@mariomartins8450]

you re a legend well done,i repaired my rust with this technic and is all ok.if i can do it so can you.save heaps of money ,but do remove more rust if you can and ten paint the inside with a paint called RUST SEAL by KBS andd it works wonders guys

[@RobinsDynasty]

I think you're doing a pretty good job..a few more spots...some sanding..a little trim-clad high gloss...definitely get ya through Inspection! I'm from New Brunswick Canada, and on account of the freezing roads up here we use a lot of salt....EVERYWHERE...as such, our cars rust much faster and our inspections are quite rigorous. This is a great way to keep older vehicles on the road!

[@TheLeedsAppreciationSociety]

Nice tip with the wax paper. It would be especially useful for fixing holes in the floor or chassis box sections to help a car get through it's MOT or inspection.

[@kaikemmm]

great temporary solution. thank you

[@christa12093]

when you add bondo to any metal surface the patch will hold much better if you drill holes in the metal. Gives the bondo a place to lock into

[@jphritz011]

Also, great thinking using the wax paper to shape and smooth the material. It sure cuts back on money/time.

[@Cancan4848a]

i liked your method You are a star :) and you saved my time Thanks

[@marciamazzarella8377]

By the way my Dad was a welder first class maintanance in a steel mill,,,,,he climbed high and worked on huge furnaces ,,,,,he did arch welding whatever that is,,,he went up 100 feet sometimes,,,,,I have no idea about welding at all,,,,this was a huge shop though,,,,,had a huge bucket where molten steel was poured from,,,,,electrical furnaces and melt shop does this sound right to all you guys out there,,,

[@CurrySoSpicy]

Wtf are talking about???

[@MrCinimod93]

i am from nova Scotia got to love road salt lol i just welded 2 small patches into my new to me 99 camry i cut nice thick sheet mettle from a old kitchen stove lol then tacked it in with a buddy’s mig every 3/4 inch then did like the vid after new windshield it will pass no problem at the end of the month inspection is fussy now they wont even let a hole on a truck box side pass. Like that is going to let co2 in to the cab!!

[@jayracz701]

I have spent more time trying to find a panel supplier online with the part I need then it takes to do this repair. Also wasted hours on the phone to hear we don't have that panel. Sometimes this way is the better way. Turn on your TV and keep fantasizing that you are that guy rebuilding a hotrod that tells you this is wrong. If you have access to the better way bravo! Sometimes you just need to get the job done. I don't own a metal shop so this will work till I have access to one or chose to pay someone to do it that way. I wonder how many commenters here actually have what it takes to get off their ass and do this repair let alone the better one.

[@bigbothoee8617]

Very nice idea

[@jesus0182]

I say if u guys dont like this video make ur own insted of taking shyt make your own since you guys know the right way to do it

[@jeffreydohmercakes]

Me knowing a total of ZIP on how to hide rust spots, I thought this was a great idea. My first idea was to go get spray foam insulation in a can, use a piece of cardboard to help hold the foam in place and spray the hole, let it dry and harden, cut off the excess and spray Armor All custom Shield Coating on it to give it a bold black line along the base of the door! I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Se, 156,000 miles and bought it real cheap so cheap fixer upper for me.

[@UnstoppableMorgan]

This guy sounds just like Fletcher from Liar Liar hahahaha

[@danshirley8159]

I believe the negative comments about how this repair will not last long are inaccurate. It will MASSIVELY increase the rust development in your car by trapping a load of air and moisture underneath a crappy sanitary towel of cheap gunk. Thanks for the info though.

[@sharpgirlsSerious]

👍 You are Smart 👍

[@AlarAud1989]

This does work and is informative to people. But when buying a old car, bring a fridge magnet and if it does not stick it aint only paint.

[@nicholaspaley876]

Hey man ill be doing this on my work van to get me by to next spring to pass inspection and love this video till I get a new van. But to soothe the other tards that think they worked with Chip Foose just explain this is a temporary remedy. Also add in cost factors vs a typical body shop repairs. Or even a rental day of a welder if you can weld! :D Cheers,

[@coffeeseven]

Cant hear you so I put the tablet next to my ear. Then you dropped the can lid. Nice.

[@Aeoronautical]

Foil tape against metal is bad , it oxidizes the steel and causes corrosion, just saying ... Great video btw :) this is not a restoration or even a proper patch. As said in description just a quick easy do it yourself fix that actually works quite well , thanks for the wax paper idea , parchement paper works better after trying it on the wifes taurus lol and after some sanding and rocker guard coating it looks great !

[@happymonk4206]

Nice job. I used stuff l had in my shop. Drywall mesh tape cut into pieces long enough to cover the hole, press the pieces onto flex seal glue, let set up. Use fiberglass reienforced body filler. Spray under coating about 2-3 thin coats then about 2-3 coats of a good black enamel

[@dziubakia]

The wax paper was a cool idea. I wish I had some

[@megaruhe6296]

And we're going to put a happy little cloud riiiight over here.

[@millermatic140]

Good tutorial to use for not what to do

[@jimjette8107]

This is perfect for what I have to do on some occasions. I won't wait to try it. It looks ike a great method. This kind of temp patch can be the easily shaped base that I need to lay some fiberglass reinforcing on for a project.

[@timh141]

i have 1994 wrangler and the tailgate is rusted thru near the bottom, i'm going to try this, because that is the only thing wrong with it. thanks for the vid

[@fordnut4914]

It boggle's my mind that so many people just come here to bitch and complain about a guy that admit's it's not the proper way it's just a quick cheap fix to make it look decent. your more than welcome to show us how its properly done .. or is it you don't want go threw all the hassle of cutting and measuring and welding and grinding etc.etc on an older beater( NOT A SHOW CAR) well just maybe he don't want too neither on this car, truth is what he is doing ain't going to hurt damn thing and as long as its GLASS filler it will last for a long time bondo glass will not fall apart like regular body fillers it actually will seal its self around the rusty area pretty well.

[@bradwilmore5161]

Agreed. ..

[@undrachevr]

ford nut finally someone gets it.

[@Carcajoo121]

Great work, you are gifted for sure! Thanx for the tips..

[@enja001]

that rust will be back

[@philais]

+dion759 But not until he sells it and leaves town......

[@unger4132]

And thats when you need to repaint the car properly.

[@unger4132]

It would just make more sense to just buy the panel that needs to be replaced though, its not that expensive.

[@spiralarray1969]

more expensive than what he spent on the supplies for this.

[@basinger158]

Hal Kits but if you replace with metal wont start bubbling un six months

[@kramers4333]

Please nobody do this unless you have a car you use as a toy or you're trying to pretty it up to sell it. Spend the extra time cutting out the rusted out area and replacing it with sheet medal and some bondo.

[@atuenfirth7352]

Kramer S

[@eyalrud3]

Or you could just use fiberglass to fill the whole and bondo the rest.

[@Goinbig]

Kramer S Don't even do this to sale it. Do it right, karma has a way of coming back around.

[@jimmygrant3212]

+Mr Inappropriate just sell it with the rust or patch it's not really a big deal unless you say it's 100% rust free

[@kramers4333]

Eyal R. I wouldn't rely on that considering there can still be the possibility of rust. Unless you cut out around the rusted area you will always have the issue of rust in that area.

[@americanfreedom6417]

Not bad for a quick fix.

[@daviddedick14]

I've got an ancient Corolla (1980) that's starting to get some rust perforation. I'm going to try your method to help it look a little better for a little longer. Thanks!

[@CNCPRINTBLOGSPOT]

And how did it worked? Is your patch still safe applied?

[@daviddedick14]

@@CNCPRINTBLOGSPOT It is still covering the hole nicely. I never finished it properly. I ran out of time or maybe just got lazy. Still need’s sanding and painting.

[@MarryDoYouWanna]

OMG , ive been doing wrong all these years , I cant believe ive been cuttting out rust spots and replacing with steel . When your way is faster and better

[@MrGumercindo50]

Great job

[@balakrishnankavidaskavidas4114]

Just wonderful . Good work

[@ryangraham1751]

This is brilliant

[@RoadRunnerMeep]

Certainly an interesting technique

[@luciusirving5926]

Brazing with propane and a good rod would have been helpful too. Not to mention, that it's cheaper, easier and can provide stronger joints than welding. Sheet metal welding requires shielding gas for better results than fluxed core (only works for .8-7.8 mm), but can get blown away by wind, giving bad results.

[@lennyroyce3496]

I wouldn't do this to my 54 ford but it is a clever way to fix a hole on a throw away car

[@caelidhg6261]

I have some rust holes in the hood of my car I have been ignoring for a few years. I am trying to arrest the damage. It is on an almost 20 year old Honda . I put corroseal on it but doing nothing would just make the holes bigger so I am just biting the bullet and getting something on there that #1 will arrest the rust somewhat #2 REpair the holes and #3.. if I am lucky make it look a bit better. Between going to MAACO and paying 2,000 for welding etc.. (they were just going to find a new hood which I am currently trying to do) I am going to try this . Maybe this will get me through a season and keep the rust from getting worse...

[@rickwiley8485]

Make it easy on yourself. Wash the hole out with water. Let dry for a day. Trim the scraggly rust off. Fill with spray foam. After foam has set, trim and lower it with a wire brush. Apply your short strand fiberglass and then finish with bondo.

[@11KiNG88]

so i bought a truck that someone did this &&now that i have i want to remove the form cause it start to deteriorate .. waste of time

[@rickwiley8485]

Most of the vehicles built since 2000 have foam sprayed in open areas.

[@dvisconte]

Nice thank you for your post it was helpful

[@jhondoe338]

Ur awesome do wat u do

[@luisr.alicea5957]

The only good thing about this video is the idea of using wax paper to shape the bondo lol, thanks for the tip

[@FireEater]

Great tip thanks brother .👍🏻

[@ballader1]

I agree mate, except for the part that Alternating Current was not Edison's idea but Tesla's hehe

[@159bklins]

It will on mine I use a magnetic paint before I primer they sell it at lowes . That is the best trick on the used car lot so don't believe the magnet

[@jkbish1]

like the waxed paper technique

[@carrepairsnorthperth]

Thank you for sharing this awesome video with us. I learned a lot from it though I have some tips from my own mechanic also. Thanks for this.

[@612fresko]

Next time cut more of the rusty are then you apply the por 15 then you apply duraglass get as much as you can into the car then the wax paper to form it and then the rust will never come back after painting apply as much as seam sealer under or behind the fender so water will never get to it

[@sephangelo4603]

Man! I would have brazed that hole with a silver solder or copper wire and the new bernzomatic JT539T swirl flame torch, then there wouldn't be too much body filler consumption. That torch I mentioned is worth 25 dollars and can braze (which provides stronger joints than welding) just as good as your typical oxy-acetylene rig or TIG machine.

[@johndemore6402]

Good idea thank you

[@MrCinimod93]

yup i welded in steel on my car but rivets work A1 some places wont pass inspection but if they can't see them its ok. what they can't see won't hurt them you or anyone !!

[@lukeskywalker6148]

That's amazing method

[@dmonat]

That was cool. Never saw it done that way before. I wonder if a rolling pin would be useful!

[@TheHfain81]

Awesome!!

[@charlesvillanueva9085]

Thanks Randy. Mr Lahey called by the way, he wants to know what happened to our kerrrrr

[@phillippiab]

Great tip

[@marciamazzarella8377]

Have to give this a try,,,,,my rust spot is the size of the tip of a finger,,,,,bought my car brand new,,,,,not even 100000 miles,,,,2003,,,kept up mechanically,,,my car has all the features I like,,,,5 speed,,,,black,,,,2 door,,,right now don't want to spent $500.00 for a tiny spot,,,I did some pro active rust work off of UTUBE and it worked pretty good,,,,just a really bad winter,,,,I don't have a sander but maybe I can rent or find the right sand paper,,,I was lazy did not do my pre rust prevention this fall,,,my car still looks good as I do regular maintaining work,,,,why plop down &15,0000 when I like what I have,,,Thanks,,,,,

[@DomChudleigh]

Very good. Thank you.

[@tophersadvice]

I swear this is Ronald Regan...

[@chrisolmo8167]

Kris Topher I'm fucking dead 💀

[@MrCinimod93]

any auto store or hardware store should have it it has a bunch of brands and names but all the same stuff

[@fsfu100]

love this video! just what i need for my rusty old banger - such a good idea using the plastic sheet - you're a genius! why spend top dollar? thanks for the tip!

[@DaveSmithmoneymagnet]

Adhesive wire mesh is a good way to fill holes like that with Bondo hairs...!!!

[@cyborgdale]

This type of rust comes from the inside and works its way to the outside. You method only hides the problem. You need to cut out the thin section, scrape out the rust inside and kill it with your choice of rust killers. Then make a patch of metal and weld over it or make a patch from fiberglass cloth. If you use your method, the metal that the Bondo is attached to will continue to rust and the patch will fall off.

[@REDDAWN2010]

THIS IS THE ZODIAC SPEAKING..