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Rustproofing Specialist Francis Philbert applies undercoating to a car at Ziebart Corp
Rustproofing Specialist Francis Philbert applies undercoating to a car at Ziebart Corp

Rustproofing Specialist Francis Philbert applies undercoating to a car at Ziebart Corp

Date12/17/1976
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Original Toronto Star caption: Rustproofing Specialist Francis Philbert applies undercoating to a car at Ziebart Corp. head office on Oakdale Rd.; North York. The company's technicians use mine patented spraying tools to apply rust-inhibiting compound to critical areas. Only plastic or zine cars would be truly rust-proof; says manage Mike Oldfield.
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