rust proofing

[eddo]

How well is the mu-x rust proofed from the factory?

[fourplay26]

No Idea, but with mine I have fitted a 6-coupler ERPS System
Had this on my previous vehicle and no problems over 12-years Beach Work included

[rhynoceros]

I'd just do a lanolin or fish oil spray yourself.

I don't believe in electronic rust proofing (Owning ERPS and couplertec systems in the past). If they worked they'd be on vehicles from factory...same as hiclones.

[grantm]

No Idea, but with mine I have fitted a 6-coupler ERPS System
Had this on my previous vehicle and no problems over 12-years Beach Work included

If its not a rude question, what does this sort of system cost, I am tossing around which way to go as will be doing a fair bit of beach work. All the sales pitch from couplertech etc sound good but real life experience would be good to get some info

Was planning on fish oil, but open to better options

 

[fourplay26]

I would highly recommend ERPS
The person who fitted it for me has been doing this type of work for years as he also fitted the one on my previous vehicle over 12 years ago and he said that even thou his business supports another brand, ERPS is still be best.
It cost me all up with fitting around $1,000, $695 for the system (eBay) and $300 fitting
I see you are in Ipswich too, I can put you onto him if you like, but you would have to goto Slacks Creek for Fitting

[rhynoceros]

Those contemplating an electronic solution please research first. They really do swfa.
I had an BJ40 that rusted to CENSORED with an ERPS installed.

http://www.abc.net.au/science/k2/homework/s95524.htm
http://corrosion-doctors.org/Car/car-electronic-rust.htm


Pay for a good spray on or do it it yourself.
Really the best antirust solution is to wash your car well after taking it off road these things are zinc electroplated and shouldn't rust for 10 years unless mistreated not like cars of yesteryear.

[Parko96]

Quote "RACQ has not seen the results of any properly conducted, scientifically valid tests that support the effectiveness of such devices and therefore can provide no further information."

http://www.racq.com.au/~/media/pdf/racq%20pdfs/cars%20and%20driving/2014-07-rust-prevention-systems.ashx

[Parko96]

It's funny that everything on the net that boasts the powers of ERPS appears to come from the product developers / retailers. Can't find anything from science based websites that cover general science discussion.

http://corrosion-doctors.org/Car/car-electronic-rust.htm

[eddo]

With the Prado I would give it a good wash and treat with lanotec, staun 359 and salt as
sault before and after  a beach trip, I will keep doing this with the MUX. Although the staun products are no longer available.

[rhynoceros]

Mate just keep doing that and you'll be sweet

[grantm]

Pay for a good spray on or do it it yourself.
Really the best antirust solution is to wash your car well after taking it off road these things are zinc electroplated and shouldn't rust for 10 years unless mistreated not like cars of yesteryear.

I like this method I think, worked on my Jeep for 15 years.

[grantm]

I would highly recommend ERPS
The person who fitted it for me has been doing this type of work for years as he also fitted the one on my previous vehicle over 12 years ago and he said that even thou his business supports another brand, ERPS is still be best.
It cost me all up with fitting around $1,000, $695 for the system (eBay) and $300 fitting
I see you are in Ipswich too, I can put you onto him if you like, but you would have to goto Slacks Creek for Fitting

Hi thanks for the info, just not 100% sold on the idea yet, would like to see some unbiased reports,  will keep researching it before committing to it, in the mean time just will give it a good wash after a beach run I think.
 

[dogsbreakfast]

we got to straddie/fraser/moreton a couple of times a year since forever and never had a problem ever with rust. Just a good wash. Buy an old sprinkler and move it around under the car, dont use gerney as it forces the sand deeper into crevices, i dont even use a spray head. Just sprinkler and hose and the a bit of wd40 on bolts if u want.

[fourplay26]

Each to their own, I clean my vehicle well when I return form the Beach or any off road trip, but the ERPS I believe gives that extra protection I case any is missed or you are out of time and have to go back to work and cannot clean the truck until the next weekend

[grantm]

Each to their own, I clean my vehicle well when I return form the Beach or any off road trip, but the ERPS I believe gives that extra protection I case any is missed or you are out of time and have to go back to work and cannot clean the truck until the next weekend

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This is where my thinking is, bit of extra peace of mind, still deciding