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Old Mar 12, 2009 | 07:11 PM
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Just got my frame back from powder coating, looks great. Before I start reassembly I want to treat the inside of the frame rails. I think I have decided on Eastwood rust converter topped with rust encapsulator. What I am looking for is a way to spray it inside the frame rails. I searched the threads and someone said Eastwood sells a wand that sprays inside but I called them and they no longer carry it. Can anyone tell me who sells something I can use to spray inside the frame rails?
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Old Mar 13, 2009 | 02:54 AM
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I have seen guys use a bug sprayer from Home Depot. They are around $20, so having to toss it after use isn't so bad. If the liquid you are spraying isn't too thick, and appearance isn't an issue, then that might be the ticket.

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Old Mar 13, 2009 | 04:39 AM
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Didn't the inside of the frame get cleaned out and powder get sprayed inside the frame already?
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Old Mar 13, 2009 | 07:01 AM
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Yes they did do the inside of the frame where it was accessable but not deep inside the rails. I removed the end caps of the rails prior to coating so they did get a good way in. I guess I wll experiment with the bug sprayer today but I am not sure it will reach all the way either.
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Old Mar 13, 2009 | 10:32 AM
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Extend the sprayer's tube with a longer tube to reach in further.
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Old Mar 13, 2009 | 01:03 PM
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Great idea, thanks for all the great info. Will order the rust treatment today and get it done next week. Cant wait to actually start putting parts back togeather. Guess I need to start working and quit staring at my powder coated frame like a drooling idiot.
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