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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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Ziebart's Mike Dorey says his rustproofing business is prospering because car makers still aren't doing as much as they could to prevent corrosion of auto bodies by road salt and water accumulation. Car makers point to their paint dipping processes and advise frequent use of hose under car.
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