Originally Posted by
martysmartie
It's a good point as the project I have, has rusted in practically the same location on both sides.
In this case the sunroof was leaking and I think the water has run to the back via the drain pipes, it's a crazy design, they should have run them straight to the ground
Also, I think the water in the offside floor pan caused it to rust so quickly.
To be honest though, given the age, it's inevitable for a car (in my case, at least) that has been used daily and in all weather.
Martin
Compared to new Ford car production now, rust prevention was way down at the bottom of importance back then. Used as a daily with all the salt that gets put on our roads in winter it is no wonder so many rusted away!!