Removing Surface Rust from Top of Square Body Chevy Truck

In this episode I remove the rust from the top of the truck using the Harbor Freight Surface Conditioning Tool. luckily the top was not in as bad of shape as the hood and the tool did a pretty good job at taking it all off.

[@swinstead07]

I have an 84 shortbox I've had for about 20 yrs now. It's been used primarily for a trash hauler or lumber hauler for doing projects. She a 292 three on the tree and runs like a sewing machine. I think it deserves this treatment also. I think I've decided to give it a new look this summer. It deserves a little attention I think. Keep up the good work you will get there.

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

I had an 81 or so GMC Truck with the Inline six when I was in Germany. Used it to tow my Race Car with and even shipped it back to Florida when I came home. Those engines are real workhorses. The only problem I ever had was with the 3 on the Tree you had to shift from First, almost all the way to Reverse then back down and to second gear or the linkage would jam. No speed shifting with that truck. Thanks for commenting and please share your truck with us.

[@jraposo911]

Maybe put some rust converter on that hood to prevent rusting again down the road ? Looking good . 👍JR

[@dougtexas9075]

Yes, it is cold. Some use diluted vinegar for the pits and others use something like Naval Jelly. I really don't know what works. The idea is to kill the rust before primer. You certainly did improve it.

[@primeredisbest]

Looking good buddy! I know that it's cold there where you live! But if you just keep picking at it, the truck will look great in no time! Stay safe and God bless you!

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Thank you Sir. Yes Sir, One piece at a time. Eventually the big day will come...

[@O.G.SPOOK1]

i know this is old....but, swrc pete showed on one of his vids that you can use water&vinigar to remove any rust on a top of a car. i mean down to the pores...it leaves a black surface where the rust was converted. its n older video from like 5 years ago... baumgartner.....sehr schöner name.

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Yes, I did try Vinegar on the Gas spout of the truck and it did help but not as well as old fashioned sand paper. Perhaps I didn't use a string enough vinegar. I did find the video you suggested and I appreciate the advice. Danke für meinen Nachnamen. Ich habe tatsächlich etwa 15 Jahre in Deutschland gelebt. Ich war im Raum Frankfurt. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. John

[@O.G.SPOOK1]

@@GreaseMonkey1958 glad i could spark a thought✊🏾 wenn du jetzt zufällig auch noch Aschaffenburg kennst,dann fress ich einen besen...lol. 🤝🏾

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

@@O.G.SPOOK1 I think in the 15 years I was there I only made it once to Aschaffenburg. I think it was to pick up a car on the Tow Truck. I was on Rhein Main Air Base across from the Frankfurt Flughaffen.

[@wirefeed3419]

@@GreaseMonkey1958 Use Vinegar at full strength, do not dilute, look for and use the highest percentage 7 or 10%. The problem is the surface needs to stay wet, for best results you usually need at least two days to kill the rust. Vinegar works best as a soak, too late for this project but another you could try spraying a rusted area wet with the vinegar, cover with plastic and re-apply to keep wet.

[@madcharten7024]

Great video and even greater music I busted a fat one on the bed of my square body Chevy pickup and the rust came right off

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

LOL... I'm an old fart, I don't even know what that means "busted a fat one" but thanks for watching the video and commenting.

[@nessken100]

Even old school should wear a mask.

[@David-mo2zq]

Why, just another redneck with lung cancer.

[@pbysome]

Says who? Nanny state didn't exist five minutes ago it's his choice not yours.

[@felipea1693]

Nice video How do I removed rust from a frame

[@wingrider1004]

I wish you'd wear a mask...that way we could enjoy your content longer!

[@jarrodengland848]

Man put a heater in there . Ya killin me

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

I'm not sure a heater would be very effective in this drafty old garage. Thanks for watching and the comment. John

[@65milams]

How about a respirator or at least a dust mask

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Yes, I should have worn one for sure. Sometimes I have a tendency to just jump into the work and forget the PPE. Thanks for the comment, I appreciate you watching.

[@David-mo2zq]

He's probably anti mask

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

@@David-mo2zq Thanks for the comment. Not anti mask when it comes to dust and fumes but do admit to forgetting sometimes. Thanks for the comment.

[@keving126]

You need a torpedo heater in your garage. Warm it up shut it off, then paint. Then turn it back on after you air it out some. This is how I get small paint jobs done in the winter.

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Kevin, Thanks for the comment and the Suggestion. Yes, good heaters would be fantastic. Maybe for next winter. Not in the budget right now. Thanks Again! John

[@fjbowen3155]

...I'm in the same boat!!! Living with "hand" warmers...but I having fun❤

[@raitshots]

Old variants 😎👍

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Not even sure what that means but thanks for visiting my video and commenting. John

[@robbierichmondtyrecop3916]

What kinda sandpaper did you use for that?

[@ryanbriggs5112]

What grit did you use

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

I was using the 40 Grit Drum.

[@richarddodds9326]

73 to 76 are the best Chevy truck

[@IamCandian100percent]

what did you use for sanding?

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Harbor Freight Surface Conditioning Tool. My very first video explains it a little better. Thanks for watching and the comments. John

[@nathanielmaldonado4725]

Maybe some metal prep than some epoxy 2k primer 🔥

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

A video or two later I primed it with the red oxide type primer. Thanks for the suggestion. I appreciate it and I appreciate you watching. John

[@waynefilkins8394]

I came to youtube to see what kind of protection people use when sanding dust and this guy's just raw dogging it lol. Luckily in the comments some people mentioned a respirator or dust mask. I have a full face respirator for working with this super toxic glue I got, but didn't want to wear it and look like an idiot or something if it was super overkill. Also I have neck problems and any added weight to my head makes it worse.

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

"Raw Dogging it" lol... Yes, I should have worn a dust mask at least and other than a Paint Respirator that's all I have. I did cough up some rust dust for a day or two but I lived. John

[@MrShanksta]

Where's your dust mask???? Your lungs are gonna look like that hood!!!!

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

My lungs have seen much worse for sure but yes, I should have worn one.

[@MariaGomez-vv2yb]

I'm a newbie at this. I can't afford the tools. I'll be using a block to remove a bit of rust from the top of y 1996 Dodge Dakota. I need help with type of primer and can of paint to use after sanding. Your advise is appreciated.

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

I would probably recommend Rustoleum Rusty Metal Primer. It really doesn't fill any imperfections but will give it a good barrier for rustproofing.

[@kendrixcarter2366]

What Type Of Sander Are U Using?

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

In the video you commented on, I am using the Surface Conditioning Tool from Harbor Freight with the 40 Grit Drum. In other videos where actual body work and sanding is being done I am using a DA (Double Action) sander and an In-Line Air File. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching and commenting. John

[@MrShanksta]

I guess the next vid will be how to remove Surface Rust off your Lungs!!!

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Thanks for worrying about me so much to make two comments regarding the mask. I survived. lol

[@deanthonyhenderson-zx9hh]

What did you remove the surface rust with what tools ?

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

Deanthony, The tool I used on the top and the hood was the Harbor Freight Bauer ER 9 Amp Surface Conditioning Tool. That was all I used in this video. The hood however required a little more attention. I do recommend this tool especially if you are prepping flat panels for paint or welding. Thanks for the comment. John

[@jacklowe3788]

​@@GreaseMonkey1958What grit disk worked the best?

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

@@jacklowe3788 For this truck, because of it being heavily pitted rust, the 40 Grit Drum worked the best for me. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. John

[@ColonelMarcellus]

I never could keep paint on a Chevrolet

[@urbanomireles6500]

Excuse me sir please put your mask on shop rules thank you

[@GreaseMonkey1958]

LOL... Thanks