Dana 30 part 3 - POR-15 application

Now that the Dana 30 is completely disassembled and wire brushed we need to prevent it from rusting again.  First thing that was done is it was coated with a rust converter.  It is basically phosphoric acid so if you use it do it outside and use gloves.  Next thing is to do is encapsulate the metal from the elements.  This is where the POR-15 comes in.  POR stands for Paint Over Rust.  It is a plastic type of coating that prevents the metal from moisture.  If there is no moisture there will be no rust.


It is $50-60 a quart but worth every penny.  However it needs UV protection to make it last.  A coating of paint or clear coat that is all that is needed.


I would recommend doing this outside but right now in SW Florida it is rainy season.  So plastic sheeting will be put down in the garage.  I put it on sawhorses with a pvc pipe running though the center so I can rotate it.


And here it is after painting.  You need to do a minimum of 2 coats with 2-6 hours in between coats.


With as expensive as this coating is you should follow the directions on the can and put plastic wrap in between the lid and can. Once it sets up it is all but impossible to remove the lid.