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jey2101 · 11-13-2009, 07:46 AM

I am about to pick up a 2LT RS that I found on a lot. While looking under the hood I noticed what looked like some rust on the side of the engine. Is this normal or is it something I should be concerned about.

PAUL SS · 11-13-2009, 07:53 AM

Most likely the cast iron exhaust manifolds, which not be a problem.

1sickss · 11-13-2009, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Paul SS

Most likely the cast iron exhaust manifolds, which not be a problem.

jey2101 · 11-13-2009, 07:59 AM

If I am remembering correctly, yes, I think it was on the exhaust manifolds. I am just paranoid about spending all this money and not getting a car that is in perfect condition. But if you say that is nothing to worry about, then I will try and put it out of my mind.

coolman · 11-13-2009, 08:52 AM

Normal, don't sweat it. All cast iron manifolds do it.

B2E2RUN · 11-13-2009, 08:59 AM

Rotors will have rust too..don't panic.

hollywoodjose · 11-13-2009, 01:05 PM

But if they are rusting already won't you hAve to replace them somewhat sooner ?

brAnd7onX · 11-13-2009, 01:15 PM

Well how much are you paying for it? It should still be under warranty correct?

*CamaroSpike23* · 11-13-2009, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by hollywoodjose

But if they are rusting already won't you hAve to replace them somewhat sooner ?

stock steel exhaust manifolds on EVERY car in the world rust. its uncoated steel. you dont need to replace them. unless you are swapping for headers.

greenrail · 11-13-2009, 01:23 PM

Exhaust manifold surface rust is not something to worry about. It is normal. It will look like that as long as the car exists. Go look at an unrestored car from 20-30-40 years ago. The exhaust manifold will look the same.

Brake rotors will have surface rust anytime they are exposed to moisture, whether from rain or ambient humidity. It goes away the first time you use the brakes after seeing it.

Enjoy that bad boy!

67 Convertible · 11-13-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by greenrail

Brake rotors will have surface rust anytime they are exposed to moisture, whether from rain or ambient humidity. It goes away the first time you use the brakes after seeing it.

Enjoy that bad boy!

Your rotors will look rusty every time you wash it too.

PAUL SS · 11-13-2009, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 67 Convertible

Your rotors will look rusty every time you wash it too.

Mine turn gold just after I wash it!

Ghost Rider · 11-13-2009, 06:48 PM

I don't know if anyone else has mentoned it yet, but its probably the exhaust manifold. COmpletely normal.

Oh, and by the way, your rotars will rust too when you wash the car. Also normal.

Just in case no one mentioned it.

Captain Awesome · 11-13-2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by B2E2RUN

Rotors will have rust too..don't panic.

You're not kidding. I sprayed my wheels off with a hose and I could watch the rust form on the bare rotor like magic. I could SEE it forming.

But if the OP thinks the Camaro rust was a defect, good thing he didn't get a GT500!

11-13-2009, 07:46 AM	#1
jey2101 Drives: Black 2010 2LT RS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New York Posts: 17	Engine Rust I am about to pick up a 2LT RS that I found on a lot. While looking under the hood I noticed what looked like some rust on the side of the engine. Is this normal or is it something I should be concerned about.

11-13-2009, 07:53 AM	#2
PAUL SS The Mark of Excellence Drives: 2010 ABM 1SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Smallest State in the Union Posts: 8,690 View My Garage	Most likely the cast iron exhaust manifolds, which not be a problem. __________________ BMR, CAI, DynoMax, Elite Eng., Hurst, Jannetty, Clear Image Headers & Hi Flow cats, Jet Hot, LSR, TSW, VMax, Vredestein

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11-13-2009, 01:23 PM	#10
greenrail Comic Curmudgeon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS-2010 VW CC Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Chicago, IL Posts: 2,395	Exhaust manifold surface rust is not something to worry about. It is normal. It will look like that as long as the car exists. Go look at an unrestored car from 20-30-40 years ago. The exhaust manifold will look the same. Brake rotors will have surface rust anytime they are exposed to moisture, whether from rain or ambient humidity. It goes away the first time you use the brakes after seeing it. Enjoy that bad boy! __________________ Member Illinois Camaro Club His Name is Rosie - "Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick!" - If you know who said that, then you know the genesis of his name.

11-13-2009, 06:48 PM	#13
Ghost Rider I'm one bad Mamma Jamma Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NC Posts: 396	I don't know if anyone else has mentoned it yet, but its probably the exhaust manifold. COmpletely normal. Oh, and by the way, your rotars will rust too when you wash the car. Also normal. Just in case no one mentioned it. __________________ I dare you to challenge my BRUTE! http://ghost-rider-5.mybrute.com DELIVERED on August 25, 2009- 2010 2SS/RS, Yellow, A6, VIN # 34902 DELIVERED on September 9, 2009 -Custom Bumblebee Stripes and engine cover. DELIVERED on September 10, 2009 - Painted GFX

11-13-2009, 07:59 AM	#4
jey2101 Drives: Black 2010 2LT RS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New York Posts: 17	If I am remembering correctly, yes, I think it was on the exhaust manifolds. I am just paranoid about spending all this money and not getting a car that is in perfect condition. But if you say that is nothing to worry about, then I will try and put it out of my mind.

11-13-2009, 08:52 AM	#5
coolman Guest Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: PA Posts: 4,812	Normal, don't sweat it. All cast iron manifolds do it.

11-13-2009, 01:05 PM	#7
hollywoodjose Drives: 2010 Black 1LT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: WA Posts: 386 View My Garage	But if they are rusting already won't you hAve to replace them somewhat sooner ?

11-13-2009, 01:15 PM	#8
brAnd7onX Drives: 2012 1SS IOM Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hutto, TX Posts: 1,642	Well how much are you paying for it? It should still be under warranty correct?

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