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Protect Your Ford Focus from Rust – Comprehensive Lanoguard Solutions

Common Rust Areas for the Ford Focus

Rust is a common issue for Ford Focus models, particularly those from 2005 to 2010. Common rust-prone areas include:

  • Rear Wheel Arches: The Ford Focus often suffers from rust around the rear wheel arches, especially where the paint has worn off. Rust on the 2010 Ford Focus rear wheel arches is a widespread issue.
  • Exhaust Brackets: Another weak point is the exhaust brackets, which can rust and even break off over time. If you’re experiencing the brackets rusting off on your 2009 or 2010 model, it's essential to address it quickly to avoid further damage.
  • Rear Axle and Sills: Rust can also develop on the rear axle and sills especially if not treated in time. Issues like rust on the rear wheel arches and rust spreading through the boot from the inside have also been reported.

Why Choose Lanoguard?

Lanoguard offers sustainable, long-lasting protection for vehicles like the Ford Focus. Our underbody and chassis kits are designed to coat and protect rust-prone areas, preventing corrosion from advancing and sealing off moisture.

  • Protect the Rear Wheel Arches: Applying our protective coatings to the wheel arches, especially around the seams and joints, helps stop rust in its tracks.
  • Exhaust Bracket Solutions: Our high-resistance formula is ideal for exhaust brackets, ensuring long-term protection against rust and wear.
  • Underbody Protection for Long-Term Peace of Mind: Lanoguard can be applied to the entire underbody, offering protection to the rear axle, sills, and vulnerable areas like wheel arches which are prone to damage from road debris and salt.

How to Apply Lanoguard to Your Ford Focus

  1. Preparation: Clean off any dirt, rust, or old paint from the affected areas, especially the wheel arches and underbody. A wire brush can help remove flaking/loose rust.
  2. Application: Use the Lanoguard Moto Spray to spray the formula onto the clean surface. Ensure you cover all vulnerable areas with Moto Grease prior to the Moto Spray
  3. Final Inspection: After applying, let the product settle for a few hours, then inspect the treated areas to ensure full coverage.

Regular application of Lanoguard is recommended for continuous protection, especially in areas prone to rust like the rear wheel arches

FAQs

Q1 Do Ford Focus models from 2010 suffer from rust?
Yes, Ford Focus models from around 2010 are known for rust issues, particularly around the rear wheel arches and exhaust brackets.

Q2. How do I remove rust from the Ford Focus sill?
Use a rust remover or wire brush to clean the sill, then apply Lanoguard’s protective coating to prevent further corrosion.

Q3. Should I worry about rust on my Ford Focus?
Rust can spread quickly if left untreated. It’s important to address rust issues as soon as they appear, especially in high-risk areas like the rear axle and and wheel arches.

Q4. How do I repair rust on the rear wheel arches of a 2010 Ford Focus?
The repair method depends on the extent of the rust. Consult a trained technician to assess the damage. For surface rust, thoroughly clean the affected area, allow it to dry and apply Lanoguard’s Underbody Protection to help prevent further rusting.

Q5. Can Lanoguard help with Ford Focus exhaust bracket rust?
Yes, Lanoguard can effectively coat and protect exhaust brackets, preventing further rust and extending their lifespan.

 

Ford Focus owners often deal with rust issues, but Lanoguard provides a reliable, sustainable solution to protect key areas of your vehicle. Whether you're dealing with rust on your rear wheel arches, exhaust brackets or just want to prevent rusting, our products are designed to shield your car from corrosion. Protect your Ford Focus today with Lanoguard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions and learn more about Lanoguard's products, applications, and benefits.

Moto Range is designed for all vehicles, bikes, trailers and machinery to name a few. It protects the whole vehicle underbody and chassis from rust, corrosion and electrolysis with a strong barrier coat. Find out more and see our Moto Range.

Marine Range is designed for boats and any machinery submerged in sea water. It protects from rust, corrosion and electrolysis the same as our Moto Range, but also contains marine growth inhibitors to stop barnacle build up on any equipment submerged in seawater. It is safe, non-toxic and marine ecology friendly. Some of its uses include on outboard and inboard motors including electrics, propellers and prop shafts and boat trailers. Find out more.

Outdoor Range is a thinner formula, designed for metal, rubber, vinyl, wood, and almost all materials. It can be used on BBQs, sheds, fences and decking to name a few. It provides protection from corrosion, rust and waterproofs as wells preventing mould build-up in woods and vinyls due to it containing anti-fungal. Find out more.

Lanoguard has been designed for yearly/seasonal applications. It should be topped up at least once a year to ensure continuous protection. Although due to the simple application process there’s no harm in doing an Autumn & Spring application! The product is broken down by UV, so the more it is exposed to sunlight the shorter its life span. Inside box sections or inner chassis for example, it will last longer.

The general rule of thumb is that a little Lanoguard goes a long way, 1.8L of moto spray per application. – is ample coverage for vehicles such as Land Rovers and Pick Up trucks any vehicles over this size we would recommend more than 2L. Click here to look at our range.

Preparation is very minimal - all you need to do is jet wash your vehicle removing any dirt and grime. Make sure you remove any flaking or loose bits of rust, paint or underseal. Sometimes a wire brush can be used if needed to remove flaking bits. Ensure the vehicle is dry before you apply Lanoguard – it doesn’t have to be bone dry, as Lanoguard will displace moisture to an extent, but ensure you do not apply to a dripping wet surface. See our how to apply page here.

Lanoguard is great for chassis with surface rust. It has a natural affinity to ferrous metals and will bond to the metal underneath any surface rust, it acts as a barrier by hermetically sealing to the surface keeping oxygen and water out - stopping any rust from developing further.

Yes, you most certainly can. Lanoguard works fine with almost all sprayers, compressors, and applicators. You may find that it uses slightly more product than our trigger sprayer applicators will, but you’ll still get a nice even coverage of Lanoguard which will protect well. We do have a range of sprayers and applicators available on our accessories page.

Lanoguard reaches its final state around 7 to 10 days after application. Day 0 it is “oily” day 3 “soft” and final state is dry to the touch, but you know something is there. Like a candle to feel. Maybe a little softer. It dries to a clear / transparent semi satin wet look and stays that way for some months eventually dulling a little. But always stays clear; and of course, you can jet wash it to clean it back to how it was when you put it on. It is best to not drive the vehicle for 24hours to let it get through the first part of the curing process.

Lanoguard is eco-friendly and has green non-hazardous certifications. It does not require special handling, protective clothing or disposable gloves, which all add to the carbon footprint of utilising a product that is hazardous. The primary ingredient of Lanoguard is Lanolin which is a very ecologically safe and sound base. In fact, an entire dam in New Zealand was moved down river on a base of Lanoguard marine grease which shows you how the river authority was not concerned about any toxins that would be left as a result.