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Painting rear X-member and how to clean stained paintwork

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The_Gods_Must_Be_Crazy:
The original paint on my rear x-member is beginning to bubble and flake.  I want to clean it back and and re-paint it before the winter.  Can anyone recommend what paint to use and any other tips? I want to try and make it look as professional as possible as well as preventing any further corrosion for as long as reasonably possible. I don't mind spending plenty of time on it.

The other thing is: does anyone know how to get rid of those grey stains that develop on the paintwork, particualy around the rear door and hinges.

Thanks,

Dan.

spy:
I am no expert but I am sure someone will be along to correct me soon!  Hows about spraying the rear crossmember with hammerite, they sell it in aerosol cans nowadays.  

What colour is your paint work?  If its non metallic I am guessing that t cut or maybe even polish would get the marks off under the door hinges.

tonycougar:
T cut shifted similar marks on mine, also shifted diesel stains I had around filler cap

clbarclay:
Not used it myself but have been recomended for its rust busting ability is POR-15 Rust Preventative Paint, avalible from Frost

http://www.frost.co.uk/productList.asp?catID=28&frostCat=Rust&subcatID=37&frostSubCat=POR-15

This is not a cheap option, but has a very good reputation for long term protection.

minty:
try armonald with a soft cloth plenty of elbow greese does'nt damage your pait work either . its a excellent cleaner and coats a teflon layer over the surface so its realy slippy! use wisely! :wink:

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