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Subject:Re: seam rust, how to prevent?
From:Per Lindgren
Date:Wed, 28 Oct 1998 00:24:57 -0800

Blue Eyes wrote:

> There is a special automotive finish available which I'm not calling
> paint because I'm not sure what it is.  But auto painting
> professionals will know about this. coating.  It seems to be slightly
> rubbery and seals wonderfully while protecting front lower valance
> panels on vehicles intended for use where road stones and brush are
> likely to impact this area.

At least here in Europe this is commonly called Bodycoating, usually
offered by the same manufacturers that offer under body rust prevention.
It is supposed to go under the paintfinish, and is offered in both smooth
and textured finish. VW uses it too, the rockers on my mom's '94 Vento
(Jetta) has bodycoating on them.

PerL
88 Syncro

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