Tubular front cross member (Vitesse)

[daverclasper]

Hi

 

I understand these can rot from the inside.

 

I can't see where water/debris can can get in?.

 

Any tips on cleaning out for rust prevention/drilling drain holes etc please.

 

Any tips great, thanks.

 

Cheers, Dave

 

 

 

 

[Colin Lindsay]

Condensation probably, or through split welds. Drill two or more holes in the top, spaced far enough apart to ensure coverage, and fill with Waxoyl. It will settle in the lower areas and prevent moisture rusting through; it may help to gently heat the cross tube with a hairdryer or whatever to get moisture out. It shouldn't be large quantities of running water so I doubt if you'd need drain holes. You can pug the holes with plastic caps or plugs until they're needed again.