Rust Spots/Corrosion is the Norm

[DumpsterFire]

My local SuperCharger is often empty, never gets ICEd since it's the farthest spot from any store.

So jelly…. The SC’s here in the SLC are packed

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[Rav4 EV]

Why would someone lie about it when there are other CTs with the exact same issue?

To spread FUD, why else? Haven't seen anyone else having this issue, site your sources? Not saying it's impossible, but those photos look they they could be of a piece of sheet metal. The only people I see on this thread saying they have the same issue are from people who don't have a cybertruck.

 

[BannedByTMC]

To spread FUD, why else? Haven't seen anyone else having this issue, site your sources? Not saying it's impossible, but those photos look they they could be of a piece of sheet metal. The only people I see on this thread saying they have the same issue are from people who don't have a cybertruck.

It helps if you read the thread before posting inaccurate accusations.

https://www.cybertruckownersclub.co...spots-corrosion-is-the-norm.11988/post-245884

TLDR: BarKeepers and glass cleaner.

 

[CyberGus]

314 will not take a magnet at all where 304 has slight attraction

Delorean 304 stainless vs. a rare-earth magnet

 

[HaulingAss]

Delorean 304 stainless vs. a rare-earth magnet

304 stainless is non-magnetic in it's softest form but can become mildly magnetic after nothing more than work hardening. The harder it is made, the more magnetic it will become.

 

[CyberGus]

304 stainless is non-magnetic in it's softest form but can become mildly magnetic after nothing more than work hardening. The harder it is made, the more magnetic it will become.

If I hit someone with a DeLorean, will they become magnetic?

Asking for a friend

 

[RedCoast]

Anyone else think that the aging of the stainless steel over time is going to actually make the truck look even cooler?

 

[agordon117]

Cybertruck lead engineer claims that CT stainless has higher PREN (resistance to pitting corrosion) than 316L. This is the first "real" information that has been given about what makes the "30X" stainless on CT "special". Everyone claiming there was some magic formulation, now you have a source.

 

[rceldib]

That's not rust. Iron oxide (rust) is reddish brown.

I believe those spots are some type of surface contamination that the dish soap wash didn't remove.

Try a solvent, Goo Gone, or a commercial bug/tar remover on it. I've have great results removing surface contaminants from stainless steel boat fittings using Star Brite Chrome and Stainless Polish, which is a combination for various solvents with absolutely no abrasives. This type of "polish" - really a cleaner - will not mechanically affect the stainless steel surface, but will dissolve tar and similar contaminants.

Most paste-type metal polishes, such as Flitz, contain some abrasives and often contain ammonia. Abrasives that are softer than stainless steel - such as the aluminum oxide in Flitz won't hurt the truck's surface but I'd avoid ammonia.

Look at the water spot remover's ingredients. If it contains ammonia it may have removed the stainless steel's protective passivation layer of chromium oxide in that area. I would avoid any treatment that contains ammonia.

I agree with, avoid any treatment that contains ammonia. That would include Windex. Ammonia can be corrosive under certain conditions. Anhydrous ammonia can cause stress-corrosion cracking of stressed carbon steels or high-strength, low-alloy steels.

I would also stay away from any cleaner that has chlorine in it as chlorine is a potent oxidizer, and high levels may accelerate chloride corrosion of stainless steels.

 

[CyberGus]

avoid any treatment that contains ammonia...also stay away from any cleaner that has chlorine

Definitely avoid using both at the same time!

 

[happy intruder]

It helps if you read the thread before posting inaccurate accusations.

https://www.cybertruckownersclub.co...spots-corrosion-is-the-norm.11988/post-245884

another issue with Tesla........$100k for a truck that you have to detail to get "rust or rust like particle" off......after two days of ownership.....and by doing so, you "cut" a layer of stainless off.......I dont think so....After all is said and done, I am glad I have not configured my truck yet......I am really having second thoughts......I was just able to trade one of my cars for a new Model Y and was able to transfer the free lifetime charging and FSD for less than $7k out of pocket...and I got a new warranty......and pay less in insurance......makes one think really hard if you want all the headaches that come with the CT

 

[DumpsterFire]

another issue with Tesla........$100k for a truck that you have to detail to get "rust or rust like particle" off......after two days of ownership.....and by doing so, you "cut" a layer of stainless off.......I dont think so....After all is said and done, I am glad I have not configured my truck yet......I am really having second thoughts......I was just able to trade one of my cars for a new Model Y and was able to transfer the free lifetime charging and FSD for less than $7k out of pocket...and I got a new warranty......and pay less in insurance......makes one think really hard if you want all the headaches that come with the CT

Sounds like it’s not the right vehicle for you, friend.

 

[Deleted member 8371]

another issue with Tesla........$100k for a truck that you have to detail to get "rust or rust like particle" off......after two days of ownership.....and by doing so, you "cut" a layer of stainless off.......I dont think so....After all is said and done, I am glad I have not configured my truck yet......I am really having second thoughts......I was just able to trade one of my cars for a new Model Y and was able to transfer the free lifetime charging and FSD for less than $7k out of pocket...and I got a new warranty......and pay less in insurance......makes one think really hard if you want all the headaches that come with the CT

I am also rethinking my purchase.

 

[CyberGus]

I won't judge you for making your own choices (well, not out loud anyway) but don't let mythical "rust" drive the decision. Any surface will need maintenance, depending on your appearance requirements.

 

[DumpsterFire]

I won't judge you for making your own choices (well, not out loud anyway) but don't let mythical "rust" drive the decision. Any surface will need maintenance, depending on your appearance requirements.

This exactly.

I’ve been driving the truck for almost 6 weeks. I’ve not noticed any corrosion or the fables “rust spots” on my truck.

I agree tho that my appearance requirements are very low. I don’t care about fingerprints, dirt, mud, patina etc.

If someone is wanting a shiny truck that’s easy to keep shiny and bright, this one probably isn’t for you.

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