What to Do About Rusty Exhaust Pipes?

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DeEli
07/30/25 1:43am
Solutions for rusty exhaust pipes: 1. Apply anti-rust coatings; 2. Drill holes at the tail of the exhaust pipe; 3. Replace with stainless steel exhaust pipes; 4. Pay attention to road condition choices; 5. Parking space selection. It's best not to park outdoors, especially at night, as dew is highly likely to condense on the exhaust pipe. At this time, there's no high temperature to evaporate the moisture, which is akin to the slow corrosion of steel. Therefore, if you have an underground garage, it's best to park there. There are no protective plates underneath the car's exhaust pipe because the temperature of the exhaust pipe is extremely high, making it impossible to install a protective plate. When it rains, the exhaust pipe will come into contact with water, and over time, it will rust. To prevent the exhaust pipe from rusting, you can lift the car with a lift during maintenance and spray some rust remover on the exhaust pipe, which can help avoid rusting.
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