Tuesday, December 18, 2018

How To Lengthen The Lifespan Of Your Car

By Linda McDonald


One of the game changers in the world economy was the invention of cars. This engineering marvel totally transformed the transportation industry to the core. It took over the main role as the fast bearer of goods and services all across the nations of the earth. The train was fast but could only load and unload in stations. The car can practically get anywhere. Its main frame is protected by chassis paint.

A car would not be one without the perfect combination of components that make it whole. These parts are well organized and complement each other to make the vehicle operate. Except for a few models, almost all cars have a metal mainframe that holds up the various elements. This base structure is mostly of fabricated high grade steel which is strong and durable.

The auto production industry and the steel industry came together during the mid eighties to firm up research in steel manufacturing as it relates to the car manufacturing industry. The research was conducted on metal texture and quality, paint adhesion, and strength to weight ratio. Attempts were made to produce lightweight materials that would not diminish the strength aspect.

The main frame structure of vehicles is also composed of several pieces that are joined together. The process by which the whole frame is fabricated and joined together has a significant impact on its capability to withstand corrosion and rust. One standard process is making available some access points where protective paint and coating can be applied.

These frames are tested for corrosion resistance during the design phase. Prototypes are made and tested in laboratories which use samples sections of the frame and the frame itself. It also is field tested in a series of activities that simulate real road conditions. The underbody structure can also be damaged as much as the exterior but mostly this is not readily visible.

Oxidation is the effect of water or air when it comes into contact with metals like steel. If its effect on a metallic underbody frame is left uncorrected, this can result in the rapid deterioration of the structure. Like all metallic elements, steel is not exempt from the chemical reaction that causes corrosion and rust. This reaction eats up the substance by oxidation.

This base frame component should have protection to preserve its integrity and strength to bear the load that is thrust on it. This coating is applied by a hot wax process which is a mixture of solvents and thermoplastic substances. The second method is through electrocoating using high adhesion type paints. This serves as a skin for the underbody structure.

The brush and paint sprayers are the implements used in painting the underbody foundation of a vehicle which is already operational for quite some time. This second coating provides additional protection especially to those areas that have already undergone repairs. These areas are the most susceptible to corrosion and rust if not propertied coated with protective paint.

It is rare for a person to check the undercarriage of a car. It often is only the exterior that gets the attention of the owner. They are fond of just spraying high pressured jets of water to the underside to remove dirt and grime. The chassis holds the entire car together so one must have this checked and inspected regularly to avoid accidents from happening.




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