How to Repair Rust on a Toyota Truck Bed

Baking Soda

• 1). Mix baking soda with water. Mix it so it is like a paste in consistency.
  
  
• 2). Apply the mixture onto the rusted area of your Toyota's truck bed.
  
  
• 3). Let the mixture sit for a short time. When the rust has loosened sufficiently, it should be easily scrubbed off. You might need extra applications to remove the rust entirely.
  
  

Industrial Chemicals

• 1). Examine the rust closely to determine what kind of rust remover is best suited for the task before choosing a product. Keep in mind that industrial products vary greatly in their composition. Some might have strong corrosive properties, while others might have little corrosive properties.
  
  
• 2). Read the rust removal product's directions carefully.
  
  
• 3). Apply and use the product as directed by the manufacturer's directions.
  
  

Power Sander

• 1). Place the flat of the sanding wheel onto the rusted area. Grind down the area for a few seconds at a time. This will remove both rust and paint from the vehicle.
  
  
• 2). Sand down the area with sandpaper after using the grinding wheel.
  
  
• 3). Apply a solvent to the area to further break down any remaining rust.
  
  
• 4). Wipe the area clean after the solvent is removed. If the truck bed was painted, apply a new coat of paint where the grinder removed it.