rust help..body/rust experts needed

jdmrt4wdjdmrt4wd New Wagonist
in Bodywork & Cosmetic Modifications
ok guys ive been thinking about my wagons rust issue and it depresses me everytime i see it..i know nothing about bodywork/rust and i dont know how to weld.and i dont have the money for a shop to fix it, im wondering is my wagon worth saving or just sell or junk it and move on..all opinions and advice is greatly apreciated ..i really need help with this guys heres pics of the cancer just from wat i spotted and im sure its rotted behind the skirts the underbody looks to be in great shape anyways on to pics

drivers rear quarter/doors
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drivers door jam
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pass. rear quarters this is all on pass side
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Comments

  • ragenasianragenasian Moderator
    If you can't weld, you don't have the money to have it fixed, there is only one option you have left unfortunately. Time for a part out.

    I didn't have the cash or the know how either, but went out and bought a welder. Got some scrap metal to practice on, and once I got the hang of it just patched up my wagon myself.

    Also it looks like you need to move the wagon, and cut your grass.
  • jpciiijpciii familEE
    I've driven around Hondas with more rust than that. Judging by the overgrown weeds, it looks like your wagon has more serious problems than some rust on the body.
  • TogTog New Wagonist
    that looks nasty! I suspect that would cost a fair bit, and i would certainly not recommend doing filler job. not worth it in my view. Mine is a bit dodgy, but why not try tackling the worst parts first and getting them welded. Are you a member of another forum? People are really great when it comes to helping out fellow members. Not that i would suggest signing up and asking for someone to weld mind! When i first got into hondas and wrote my del sol off, a fellow member offered to help me weld for a few beers :)
  • jdmrt4wdjdmrt4wd New Wagonist
    thanks for the replys guys..lol the grass is cut everywhere cept underneath the wagon..the grass isnt high just the wagon is slammed lol i do pull some weeds everytime im there ..sucks not having a garage...i might just buy a welder and start practicing..wat welders u guys recommend.i love my wagon and dont wanna get rid of it..but i dont wanna sit around and watch it rot out either..ill probly try some other forums im a member on and see if any1 local can help
  • Silvertoe88RTSilvertoe88RT Wagonist
    Lincoln 110 hd its and small 125v flux core and works great up to 1/4 inch steel. but it has flux so once welding is done gotta scrape slag. An angle grinder with 40 grit sandpaper wheel works great.
    check Craigslist find a used one around 100-200$
  • jdmrt4wdjdmrt4wd New Wagonist
    got some good news my boys has someone that can do it for me..ill be paying 20 an hr and provide beer..ill update in my build thread when i kno more
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