Ricky C wrote:
On Sun, 13 Feb 2005 21:01:07 GMT, "mrcheerful
." wrote:


just pressure wash the whole lot, then if it worries you remove each rusty
bit, strip and clean it and repaint.

Thanks to you and Ian.
pressure washing: I have one of those DIY patio cleaner pressure
washers, I could use but am concerned about water getting into
electrical components such as the alternator, wiring, etc. Should I
be?

I'd personally worry about using an actual pressure washer.
The pressures generated are quite high enough to force water through seals.
I'd rather use a hose on spray.
You want lots of water everywhere, not really at extremely high pressures.