Choosing the Right Corrosion Solution: Salts Gone®, Rusts Gone, Thixo-Trop, and Under Gone™

One of the most common questions we get is: “Which product do I actually need?” With a full line of corrosion solutions, it can feel overwhelming at first. The truth is simple, if you use Salts Gone® consistently, you may never need to reach for our other products. But if rust has already started, or you want an extra layer of protection, we’ve designed complementary products to fit each stage of the fight against corrosion.
🧼 Salts Gone® — The Everyday Solution
Think of Salts Gone® as your first line of defense. It’s a spray-on, rinse-off wash that safely removes salt and brine before they can attack your equipment. Use it on boats, trailers, trucks, UTVs, farm gear, or aviation equipment.
If Salts Gone® is used regularly and consistently, corrosion can be virtually eliminated. That means you won’t need rust converters, topcoats, or undercoatings down the road. Prevention really is the best cure.
🔧 Rusts Gone — When Rust Has Already Started
If corrosion is already visible, Rusts Gone steps in. It’s a rust-converting primer that reacts chemically with rust to stabilize it into a protective surface. Once applied, it not only stops rust in its tracks but also creates a solid base for painting or coating.
🎨 Thixo-Trop — Heavy-Duty Top Coat
Pair Rusts Gone with Thixo-Trop for a complete paint system. Thixo-Trop is a semi-gloss black acrylic top coat with epoxy-like thickness. It’s designed for frames, trailers, and other high-impact areas where durability matters. Together, Rusts Gone + Thixo-Trop correct existing rust and give you a strong, protective finish.
🚙 Under Gone™ — Long-Term Underbody Protection
For the underside of vehicles, trailers, and equipment, Under Gone™ is the solution. Unlike traditional undercoatings, it doesn’t just cover rust — it converts it. Built on a calcium sulfonate base, Under Gone™ forms a soft, self-healing film that locks out salt, brine, and moisture, even in the harshest conditions.
⚖️ Which One Do You Really Need?
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Use Salts Gone® as your daily/weekly wash — it prevents corrosion before it starts.
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Use Rusts Gone + Thixo-Trop if you’re repairing surfaces that already have active rust.
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Use Under Gone™ if you want long-term protection on underbodies or trailer axles, especially if equipment lives in salty, wet environments.
For many customers, Salts Gone® alone is enough. Regular use keeps corrosion from ever becoming a problem, eliminating the need for converters, coatings, or undercoatings. But if rust has already set in, or if you’re looking for maximum protection on high-risk areas, our other products are here to back you up.
Product | Use When… | Best For | Key Benefits |
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Salts Gone® | You want to prevent rust before it starts | Boats, trailers, trucks, UTVs, aviation, farm equipment | Spray-on, rinse-off wash; removes salt/brine; pH neutral, non-toxic, safe for all surfaces |
Rusts Gone | Rust is already visible and you need to stabilize it | Vehicle frames, metal parts, tools, equipment | Converts rust chemically into a stable layer; acts as a primer for coatings |
Thixo-Trop | You want a tough top coat after treating rust | Frames, trailers, high-impact areas | Thick, semi-gloss black acrylic finish with epoxy-like durability |
Under Gone™ | You need long-term underbody protection or want to convert rust and “seal” it with soft grease | Vehicle undercarriages, trailer axles, UTVs, heavy equipment | Converts rust + seals with calcium sulfonate barrier; self-healing, resists salt/brine wash-off |
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