rust bubbles on the roof

jason t · 16-08-2009, 11:40 AM

is the sunroof well a weak spot for rust on the mk 4s? i got a few bubbles coming up on the roof and its proper annoying!!

guna waxoil it to try and slow it down. shame coz the rest of the ol gals mint

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Christian and Beccy · 16-08-2009, 11:42 AM

Oh dear. Welcome to my world. Sorry to piss on your chips fella, you'll not slow it down much.

Mine started out as literally ONE rust bubble, I tried to clean it up and it fell through leaving me with a hole in my roof. From there it was severely downhill. See my resto thread (latter pages) for details of what happened and how I fixed it!!

Less. · 16-08-2009, 11:42 AM

Yes very common for the roof to rust behind the rear of the sunroof,and right at the back by the tailgate

Less. · 16-08-2009, 11:43 AM

Damm beaten by Mr C

Christian and Beccy · 16-08-2009, 11:45 AM

http://passionford.com/forum/restora...305bhp-21.html

jason t · 16-08-2009, 11:49 AM

dam it. il ave to put her in the bodyshop over the winter ready for nxt year. they just poped up out of no where. cheers peeps

fuzzy · 16-08-2009, 11:51 AM

i bet itll be a lot worse under the surface.

jason t · 16-08-2009, 12:00 PM

thats wot im worried bout. mite try and get a doner roof

panelbeater · 16-08-2009, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jason t

thats wot im worried bout. mite try and get a doner roof

good luck finding a good one!

muz · 16-08-2009, 12:11 PM

Once it starts it can't be stopped I'm afraid. So so so glad mine was wazoyled all inside from new.

stevenebm · 16-08-2009, 12:12 PM

i wouldnt buy an rs turbo now even with one bubble on the roof after seeing what christians turned out to be underneath.if i were you id be taking headlining off for a look.

fuzzy · 16-08-2009, 12:15 PM

the old bmws are known for that also. i stripped mine back the other week to see how solid mine was. i found i had a good one and it was shiny as new. pity i broke it up and scrapped it

jason t · 16-08-2009, 12:19 PM

il strip her back for a look nxt wkend. headlinings are poo to take back on them, ha ha. the rest of the cars mint so guna b worth spending a few quid on

Less. · 16-08-2009, 12:23 PM

I think the user Jacko had a mint roof for mk4 might be worth pming him

mark2 · 16-08-2009, 02:30 PM

have a look at a post called rusty roof in this room about page 3/4
mark2

Christian and Beccy · 16-08-2009, 10:59 PM

My RST is fairly solid, this roof rot is quite isolated, but its enough to finish an RST off in my opinion.

Jacko is a good bet to sort it if you need someone, but it's not for the faint-hearted.

Don't be under ANY illusion, your roof WILL look like mine did on the inside, if not worse.

jacko · 16-08-2009, 11:03 PM

if the roof has bubles on the outside it is fucked on the inside

remember they rust from inside out

Christian and Beccy · 16-08-2009, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jacko

if the roof has bubles on the outside it is fucked on the inside

remember they rust from inside out

Amen to that motherfucker. Wise words Jacko.

It sucks, but rusty-roof syndrome is just one of a whole list of RST pain-in-the-fucking-ass traits.

fatmike · 16-08-2009, 11:59 PM

Put it this way, if you go for a drive in an ERST and do not get a rust shower (especially when the sunroof is on vent or open), something is definately wrong! Or should I say right

I think amongst other reasons the biggest bit of blame is down to the fact the drain holes get blocked so the roof area can remain damp and never really dry.

A10SAP · 17-08-2009, 12:03 AM

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/mk3-escort-rs-...d=p3286.c0.m14

paz_S2 · 17-08-2009, 12:05 AM

'rite pain in the arse!
mines gone by the tail-gate hinges too

was gonna carbon roof it??
c&b's repair looks real tidy! saw it at ford fair, nice one!!

RSMK4TURBO · 17-08-2009, 12:06 AM

I had 2 bubbles on my roof,went to a few bodyshops who said they could sand down and repaint without having a look inside roof,eveyone of them said the rust would be back in a matter of months,in the end i went to a restoration company who lead filled and waxoiled it,that was 18 months ago and no rust has appeared so far.It will come back in time,would any company remake new skins as there is a need for them, surley they would sell?

jacko · 17-08-2009, 12:12 AM

your best bet is to have another roof accid dipped and then fitted to your car with proper treatment it will be like new again and your best bet

kidsRS · 17-08-2009, 06:24 PM

Dont weaken the shell by cutting the roof off just get it to a decent bodyshop and get them to cut all the rot out and weld in new metal

jacko · 17-08-2009, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kidsRS

Dont weaken the shell by cutting the roof off just get it to a decent bodyshop and get them to cut all the rot out and weld in new metal

it will still come back if you do it properly it will be exactly the same as it was new ie spot welded and brazed corners

stevenebm · 17-08-2009, 07:41 PM

my s1 roof is spotless.is it a hard just removing headlining for a look just to be sure.

jacko · 17-08-2009, 07:58 PM

s1 will more than likeley be fine

stevenebm · 17-08-2009, 07:59 PM

cheers jacko.i can see in round about the sunroof looks spot on also.

jason t · 18-08-2009, 09:20 PM

cheers gentlemen, il look into it

16-08-2009, 11:42 AM	#2
Christian and Beccy #1 in Spelling Club Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Norfolk Posts: 23,373 Rep Power: 35	Oh dear. Welcome to my world. Sorry to piss on your chips fella, you'll not slow it down much. Mine started out as literally ONE rust bubble, I tried to clean it up and it fell through leaving me with a hole in my roof. From there it was severely downhill. See my resto thread (latter pages) for details of what happened and how I fixed it!! __________________ Renaultsport Megane F1 230 I've earnt £450 for doing almost nothing!! Click here to see how!!

16-08-2009, 11:45 AM	#5
Christian and Beccy #1 in Spelling Club Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Norfolk Posts: 23,373 Rep Power: 35	http://passionford.com/forum/restora...305bhp-21.html __________________ Renaultsport Megane F1 230 I've earnt £450 for doing almost nothing!! Click here to see how!!

16-08-2009, 11:51 AM	#7
fuzzy 11000+ post super hero Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: armadale Posts: 11,381 Rep Power: 18	i bet itll be a lot worse under the surface. __________________ stage 3 cosworth converted bmw e30 touring. xbox live evilfuzzy2011

16-08-2009, 12:12 PM	#11
stevenebm post whore Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (6) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ayrshire Posts: 5,294 Rep Power: 13	i wouldnt buy an rs turbo now even with one bubble on the roof after seeing what christians turned out to be underneath.if i were you id be taking headlining off for a look. __________________ http://www.focusrsec.co.uk/forum/

16-08-2009, 12:15 PM	#12
fuzzy 11000+ post super hero Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: armadale Posts: 11,381 Rep Power: 18	the old bmws are known for that also. i stripped mine back the other week to see how solid mine was. i found i had a good one and it was shiny as new. pity i broke it up and scrapped it __________________ stage 3 cosworth converted bmw e30 touring. xbox live evilfuzzy2011

16-08-2009, 11:42 AM	#3
Less. having a mid life crisis Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kent Posts: 44,270 Rep Power: 53	Yes very common for the roof to rust behind the rear of the sunroof,and right at the back by the tailgate

16-08-2009, 11:43 AM	#4
Less. having a mid life crisis Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kent Posts: 44,270 Rep Power: 53	Damm beaten by Mr C

16-08-2009, 11:49 AM	#6
jason t 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: maidstone, kent Posts: 39 Rep Power: 0	dam it. il ave to put her in the bodyshop over the winter ready for nxt year. they just poped up out of no where. cheers peeps

16-08-2009, 12:00 PM	#8
jason t 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: maidstone, kent Posts: 39 Rep Power: 0	thats wot im worried bout. mite try and get a doner roof

16-08-2009, 12:11 PM	#10
muz Wye Valley Hardcore 1988 Ford Escort Trader Score: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hereford. West Mids Posts: 3,346 Rep Power: 10	Once it starts it can't be stopped I'm afraid. So so so glad mine was wazoyled all inside from new.

16-08-2009, 12:19 PM	#13
jason t 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: maidstone, kent Posts: 39 Rep Power: 0	il strip her back for a look nxt wkend. headlinings are poo to take back on them, ha ha. the rest of the cars mint so guna b worth spending a few quid on

16-08-2009, 12:23 PM	#14
Less. having a mid life crisis Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kent Posts: 44,270 Rep Power: 53	I think the user Jacko had a mint roof for mk4 might be worth pming him

16-08-2009, 02:30 PM	#15
mark2 PassionFord Regular Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 421 Rep Power: 8	have a look at a post called rusty roof in this room about page 3/4 mark2 __________________ another resto in the kitchen leave me alone woman

16-08-2009, 10:59 PM	#16
Christian and Beccy #1 in Spelling Club Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (14) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Norfolk Posts: 23,373 Rep Power: 35	My RST is fairly solid, this roof rot is quite isolated, but its enough to finish an RST off in my opinion. Jacko is a good bet to sort it if you need someone, but it's not for the faint-hearted. Don't be under ANY illusion, your roof WILL look like mine did on the inside, if not worse. __________________ Renaultsport Megane F1 230 I've earnt £450 for doing almost nothing!! Click here to see how!!

16-08-2009, 11:03 PM	#17
jacko PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Middlesbrough Posts: 7,283 Rep Power: 15	if the roof has bubles on the outside it is fucked on the inside remember they rust from inside out __________________ Paul Linfoot rs500 registrar questions and answers and spares 07759729390

16-08-2009, 11:59 PM	#19
fatmike Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (4) Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: isle of wight Posts: 770 Rep Power: 6	Put it this way, if you go for a drive in an ERST and do not get a rust shower (especially when the sunroof is on vent or open), something is definately wrong! Or should I say right I think amongst other reasons the biggest bit of blame is down to the fact the drain holes get blocked so the roof area can remain damp and never really dry.

17-08-2009, 12:03 AM	#20
A10SAP Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: plymouth, uk Posts: 75 Rep Power: 3	http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/mk3-escort-rs-...d=p3286.c0.m14 __________________ car for sale http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1216135.htm

17-08-2009, 12:05 AM	#21
paz_S2 Part of the Furniture Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: salop Posts: 173 Rep Power: 4	'rite pain in the arse! mines gone by the tail-gate hinges too was gonna carbon roof it?? c&b's repair looks real tidy! saw it at ford fair, nice one!! __________________ ..........special

17-08-2009, 12:06 AM	#22
RSMK4TURBO Too many posts.. I need a life!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: STOKE Posts: 691 Rep Power: 5	I had 2 bubbles on my roof,went to a few bodyshops who said they could sand down and repaint without having a look inside roof,eveyone of them said the rust would be back in a matter of months,in the end i went to a restoration company who lead filled and waxoiled it,that was 18 months ago and no rust has appeared so far.It will come back in time,would any company remake new skins as there is a need for them, surley they would sell?

17-08-2009, 12:12 AM	#23
jacko PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Middlesbrough Posts: 7,283 Rep Power: 15	your best bet is to have another roof accid dipped and then fitted to your car with proper treatment it will be like new again and your best bet __________________ Paul Linfoot rs500 registrar questions and answers and spares 07759729390

17-08-2009, 06:24 PM	#24
kidsRS "Ill check the stock" Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (6) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Buxton Posts: 2,098 Rep Power: 6	Dont weaken the shell by cutting the roof off just get it to a decent bodyshop and get them to cut all the rot out and weld in new metal

17-08-2009, 07:41 PM	#26
stevenebm post whore Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (6) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ayrshire Posts: 5,294 Rep Power: 13	my s1 roof is spotless.is it a hard just removing headlining for a look just to be sure. __________________ http://www.focusrsec.co.uk/forum/

17-08-2009, 07:58 PM	#27
jacko PassionFord Post Whore!! Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Middlesbrough Posts: 7,283 Rep Power: 15	s1 will more than likeley be fine __________________ Paul Linfoot rs500 registrar questions and answers and spares 07759729390

17-08-2009, 07:59 PM	#28
stevenebm post whore Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (6) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ayrshire Posts: 5,294 Rep Power: 13	cheers jacko.i can see in round about the sunroof looks spot on also. __________________ http://www.focusrsec.co.uk/forum/

18-08-2009, 09:20 PM	#29
jason t 15000 Garage is empty, add now Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: maidstone, kent Posts: 39 Rep Power: 0	cheers gentlemen, il look into it

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