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Rust protection tips for Utica drivers
Straight answers about frame rust, road salt and oil undercoating, written for Mohawk Valley winters.
Mohawk Valley Winters and Frame Rust: What Utica Drivers Should Know
Long winters, freeze-thaw cycles and heavy salting make the Mohawk Valley tough on frames. Here's what's happening and what helps.
Read the guide →Farm and Work Trucks in the Utica-Rome Area: Protecting Frames, Hitches and Brake Lines
Work trucks in the Mohawk Valley face salt, gravel and heavy loads. Here's where frames, hitches and lines fail first and how to protect them.
Read the guide →Rubberized vs. Oil Undercoating: Choosing for an Older Utica-Area Truck
Older trucks need different choices than new ones. Here's how rubberized and oil undercoatings compare on a frame with a few winters behind it.
Read the guide →How to Check Your Own Frame for Rust: A 10-Minute Driveway Inspection
You don't need a lift to check your frame. Here's a safe 10-minute inspection you can do in your driveway with a flashlight and a screwdriver.
Read the guide →Get in touch
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