Things to Consider When Rustproofing Your Jeep

[@Steve-q3j]

Hey Dino still love watching your videos. I met you on your Cape Breton leg of your Overland Adventure to Meat Cove and Cape Clear which was great fun. i found a product called Corrision Free sold at Canadian Tire. My jeep TJ is a 2006 and really needs the coating yearly. Ive tried many products but Corosion Free seems in my opinion to work great. I paid $99 for my entire Small 2 door TJ. what i like is the staying power of th spray. its black but much thicker than Fluid Film and i use the 16 dollar aresol cans to do touch ups throughout the long Cape Breton winters. I see that this video is 2 years old but you can always learn different products worth a try. I still use th cup you and your wife so generously gave me. take care and i hope all is well. i had the silver sport TJ and will always think fondly of you!

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Steve, Yes, Corrosion Free sounds like a great product. Thanks for sharing the info. Yes I totally remember you. I remember all of you guys because it was such a fantastic trip. Kathy and I want to come back and continue the adventure with our new Jeep. I’m glad you still have the coffee tumbler. I always use mine too. I hope you come join us when we visit again. Cheers my friend.

[@TeethOfDead]

NEVER knew there was a shop that does this. THIS MAKES EVERYTHING EASIER. thank you

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

You are welcome.

[@jamiecraswell9368]

Krown vs rust check I believe are both good products I’ve been using rust check for years and have had great results

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing. Cheers

[@danielstoneking8454]

Fantastic!

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Thank you.

[@jochengauer633]

I use FluidFilm AS-R & Permafilm

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Jochen, different products for different parts?

[@6738]

Before I apply krown to the frame i take some sand paper and sand down any rust spots and then apply some black rusto paint.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Dan, Great subscriber tip!

[@TheNastynelly1]

Great video

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey TWIST AND TURN TV, Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad you found the video helpful. Cheers.

[@jefftenhave8038]

Thanks Dino. I have been using Krown for the last 23 years and will continue to. As well as protecting the vehicle from winter salt it also does make suspension components come apart easier.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Jeff, I imagine after a lot of time, without the rustproofing, all the bolts and components would seize up with rust. Thanks for sharing. Cheers.

[@jefftenhave8038]

@@CheaperJeeperTV yes it does make a huge difference especially after a few years.

[@kungfumaster8171]

Good video, thank you.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey KungFu Master, I’m glad you liked the video. Cheers.

[@saummi1]

Why did you do it to the doors and hood when it’s made out of aluminum?

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

I was thinking any barrier blocking metal from air and moisture would help prevent corrosion. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@renee1503]

Thank you for the information. I live at the beach in Florida and just bought a JL. Good to know and will research where I can get undercoating. 😃❤️

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Renee, Just as an FYI, undercoating will protect the frame. Given that the Jl has aluminum body panels and doors, rust perforation will not occur on those places. Interestingly, I learned that the warranty provided applies to those places, and not the frame. I explain more in the following video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKSrgIiLeNSmjNk Cheers.

[@Myself81565]

@Cheaperjeapertv do you wash your jeep during winter season?

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Yes. I wash my vehicles in the winter. Sometimes where you put the coins in and hand wash and sometimes in the automatic no-touch ones.

[@saintbrando]

Great video Dino! I noticed you have a fuel filler door. Your Jeep is a 2018?mine is as well. Do you have a video on installing that door? If so, is it OEM or aftermarket? ✌🏻

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Saint Brando, It came standard on Sahara JLs. I actually put one on a 2012 JK, and it's a similar process if you wanted to add one to your JL. Here is a link to the video in which I install a fuel filler door. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYbcepaYmtSbhsk I hope that helps. Cheers.

[@saintbrando]

@@CheaperJeeperTV thanks Mr. Jeepers! My Sahara is a 2018 Unlimited, I didn’t get it from the factory. I’m looking for a “CHEAPER “ alternative. 😉 Thanks again!

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hm....If I recall correctly, they started to include the fuel filler door a little bit after the initial release. Mine was built in May and came with the door. Anyway, the Amazon links in the previously mentioned video has some cheaper options....have fun. Cheers.

[@bradleyjohnson3068]

I used Blaster Surface Shield on my new Wrangler. It's supposed to last 2 years. Purchased a case of it and used 3 cans to make a heavy coat. To anyone looking to DIY this, make sure you lay something down to soak up the drippings. Learned the hard way. The verdict is out but I'm confident it will work.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Bradley, Thanks for the tip!!!! Cheers

[@s4-mtb678]

Woolwax is the best natural product and very effective in New England weather.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Sam, That is a great tip. It would have been a good addition to the video, but I may in fact have to include this as a subscriber tip in next week’s video. Thank you. Cheers.

[@NavigatorAndWheelman]

Dino We have the 2013 Jeep Sahara sprayed with Krown BEFORE winter. After we did the first full treatment, only the bottom of the Jeep is sprayed. It cost $60 to $80, plus two cans for $10 earch. I use them for the doors or other parts when needed or when I have access to the inside. I keep the engine compartment clean with water and soap, I even got compliments from the garage. I spray Krown into the seems, that's it. The frame has many spots of rust from the rocks. I use a wire brush and paint over with Tremclad. It's a cosmetic thing and done when I change the tires. My biggest concern with the Krown treatment is the oil that will be washed off. We do it before winter and the oil is either washed off by the road or dried onto the surface. When you do the treatment in Spring, it would take several weeks to dry. The first water crossing will wash off the oil and contaminate the river. Or it will be washed out from the water and mud puddles and end up in the river as well. If you think it's no big deal, take a big size bolt with washer and nut and spay it with Krown or WD40. Give it one wipe with the towel to remove the drops of oil and throw it into a glass of water. That will convince you of the potential damage you may cause in the outdoors. We make it a habit to power wash the Jeeps underside before we head out. That includes flushing off the dirt from the top of the skid plates. I stick a hose through the beams to get all the winter salt and oil out of the frame. Both are great places to collect the rust treatment liquids. Make sure you do this where you have a sewer system with oil trap like the car wash bay. Dieter

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Dieter, great tips! Thank you. Cheers.

[@slavakuznetsov4966]

I did a ceramic coating from dealer when I picked my new 2023 Willys Sport - costs "arm and leg", but they claim it's good for 9+ years. Then I learned that all new jeeps these days should be rust proven from the factory? Should I assume the factory rust-proofing is as crappy as their halogen headlights ( kind of there, but it's really not), or the dealer screwed me by making me do something I didn't really need.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hi Slava, I recommend that you watch my corrosion video… Wrangler JL Corrosion Issue kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4rLZGNrfKmsabM …and the follow up class action lawsuit video. I believe people with newer Jeeps than mine are also experiencing corrosion affecting the paint on the body panels, not just the hinges. It’s a big deal for some, and ceramic coating may be the least of your worries. I don’t have any experience with ceramic coating to have enough information to say about what your dealer did in that regard. But I believe it doesn’t have any impact on corrosion or rust… which are different things. If you watch the videos you’ll know what I mean. I hope that helped. Cheers

[@golferbird1975]

So informative. Thank you for addressing the rust topic.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Wendy, I’m glad you found the video helpful. Cheers.

[@randylowden1902]

I decided to go with the Krown treatment based upon one of your earlier videos. I'm a believer in the product. I think it's good that you uploaded this video so that other jeep peeps will decide to have their's done. Another informative video, Dino!

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Randy, I'm glad you found the video helpful. Cheers.

[@dennissantos6962]

Love the look of u jeep I don't mind what size tires and wheels u jeep got any lift?? Thanks

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Denis, Thanks! Here is the lift video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXmzgqeLjLiWZ5I . Here is the tires video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZmZf2ZvZd96pKM I hope that helps. Cheers.

[@SirThunderPants]

I used RP-342 "HEAVY" Military-Grade Rust Preventive Spray on my Jeep last summer. I can't say enough about this product. I'll use nothing else now.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey JustSomeGuy, That sounds good. Where do you find that product? Cheers.

[@rkendsley7561]

@@CheaperJeeperTV Amazon

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Thanks

[@fredpennell5126]

I get mine done with Krown every year as well, even though I don’t drive the jeep in the winter but I do it due to all the trail riding and all the water that I have to go through rocks scraping and mud. Only thing I’ve noticed the last two years after I get my oil spray my check engine light comes on for the O2 sensor but what I find is once it dries out the check engine light doesn’t come back on after I clear the codes. Possibly I’ve got maybe a wire exposure or something at the oil gets on drives me crazy because every fall the check engine light comes on. I end up clearing the code and it doesn’t come on again until the next fall when I get it oil sprayed. I don’t know if it’s a coincidence but I do have O2 sensors sitting in my garage just in case LOL. 2012 Jeep Wrangler

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Fred, Thanks for commenting on the video and sharing your experience. Cheers.

[@CRXUGLYKID]

I'm confused,first off live your content,now that being said.your saying krown is where you go to get protection. You went to there shop n showed the procedure, n yet on the other video you recommended to watch it did terrible.I actually saved the website to take my jeep there but then watching the other video makes me Not want to go there.so what is the best for your jeep? I live in NY n I want to protect my baby.thanx n keep up the good work. Love your videos

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey CRXUGLYKID, The other video is great, as it shows many options. I, and some on you out there, may not have access to all the options covered in that video. Since Krown is easily available, and is STILL protection and offered a warranty, I went with it. The other video shows great information to help you and others make a decision that will work for what is available to you. I hope that helped.

[@gab4690]

The krown guy in my area drills holes into your car which I dont want done the ff guy dosnt thats what does it for me.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Cool. In fact I’m going to follow up with a Fluid Film video. Stay tuned.

[@TratzPatratz]

Great video. Question? You've had your jeep sprayed yearly and all that. Has it ever thrown a code? The reason I ask is I was debating getting my 21 sprayed. I've always had my vehicles done but my last vehicle, a 2014 escape, I had known done and it threw a code for the fuel pump. Turns out the fuel pump apparently sits ok top of the tank on the escape and it didn't like sitting in KROWN so it threw the code. Any similar issues on your wrangler?

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey TratzParatz, yes, I have had my jeep Wrangler JL sprayed with Krown every year, and no it has not thrown a code. Interestingly I’ve learned that the warranty on Krown is just for perforation through the body panels. It does not include perforation of the frame. I have this in writing from Krown in an email. Given that the panels are aluminum, and the frame is steel, I wish that the warranty was on the frame. Also, you may want to check out my 100,000 km review video where I discuss some corrosion on the hinges, which would not be covered by Krown. Cheers.

[@TratzPatratz]

@@CheaperJeeperTV so knowing this would you still recommend KROWN? I watched the video you linked in the review but as I'm sure you're aware, a lot of those options aren't really available here in Canada. Let alone I don't have the tools needed to spray it myself.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

The warranty was a huge drawing card, but now that I realize it doesn’t apply to the frame, which was my main concern, I would now be open to other option, depending on what is available where one lives. I have read a lot of people on the Jeep Forums rave about fluid film. If that is available where you are, that would be a consideration. If Krown is the only one available, then it’s better than nothing, but I believe that given the body panels are aluminum, I believe the frame would be the main concern for whatever rust proofing you choose to do. Krown only warranties body panels from rusting through from within. The other issue as I pointed out in my corrosion of the hinges video, is that even new JLs have paint bubbling off at the hinges. No rustproofing will address that that I am aware of. There are many in the Forums that are sharing their experiences with this problem.

[@kurtnulf3362]

@@TratzPatratz Pay a body shop do it all you need is a lift and a air compressor which they have. The spray gun and the Fluid Film or Woolwax can be had on Amazon

[@TratzPatratz]

@@kurtnulf3362 that's a good idea actually. Thanks.

[@1world1love2day]

So this is basically an f ing krown commercial

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Scott, It’s an example. Cheers

[@LuisPerez-13]

did the Krown dealer drill some wholes on your doors to put their product.. or was just spray under...

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey Luis, They drilled holes. Unfortunately, the person drilled one hole too close to the edge, and it's easily visible from the side. If you have yours done, I'd ask them to be careful with the hole placement. You shouldn't have to, but I guess I had a rookie do mine. I hope that helped. Cheers.

[@shanefoote4808]

It’s just too bad it destroys every rubber component it touches. And causes clips and fasteners to wear out and fall off.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

It’s important to research the products you chose. Some are not known to do what you’re suggesting. Cheers.

[@Larry-ef7re]

There is no way to rust proof a Jeep. It will find a way to rust.

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

That’s interesting. I’m interested to see what comes of the JLs in a few more years. Cheers

[@bjornironsides6474]

True for all vehicles. Rust is inevitable, but you can slow it way down.

[@topofthegreen]

tip one, buy a Toyota!

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Yeah!!!! The new Land Cruiser or 4Runner would be excellent choices.

[@m.salemss8402]

😍😍😍😍

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Thanks. Cheers

[@m.salemss8402]

@@CheaperJeeperTV your welcome 🙏

[@m.salemss8402]

I watched all of your videos and I am now in the process of buying the Wrangler Sport Unlimited❤️❤️

[@CheaperJeeperTV]

Hey that’s awesome!!!! You must be very excited to be getting your Jeep. Congratulations! I hope the videos prove to be helpful! Cheers.