Storing chassis for slow build
 

Looking at a long slow build. Have the frame, going to do all new brakes etc. It will take me probably 5 years before final assembly. How do you guys store your chassis for long periods without the brakes rusting? I live in Michigan with temp and humidity swings. I don't have a heated building or a dehumidifier the size of a house.

I'm looking at stainless lines, possibly silicone fluid as truck will sit for a considerable portion of the time. Heavy 3/4 ton 4wd so rotors and hubs are $$$ and I'd rather not have to replace them bu once.

Re: Storing chassis for slow build
 

Have you thought about changing the order of the build? Maybe do all the metal work first then the Chassis.
Jimmy

Re: Storing chassis for slow build
 

Wipe em down with corrosionX.

Re: Storing chassis for slow build
 

You can shoot them with cheap spray paint and use acetone and a rag later to wipe it off. As long as the brakes are smooth you shouldn't need to do any real work removing it.

Ive seen people use masking tape with pretty good effect as well.

Re: Storing chassis for slow build
 

use a nice grease or heavy sticky oil over it that is why these are really oily new from the store

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My other understanding silicone fluid does not mix well with dot3
If everything is new no issues

Re: Storing chassis for slow build
 

I'm thinking leave the brakes off and in box until you are ready to bolt them on for good. If you need the chassis rolling just make a dolly for the front and rear axles so you can move it around as needed.
On my 68 C10 project I did the frame first. Sand blasted and epoxy primer. With the frame bare I stood up against my shop wall so it took up almost no room. Rear axle and front suspension cleaned and primed same thing. When I was ready after about 18 months I bought all brake stuff so it had no chance of rusting.
Good luck with your project.