My truck (1951 GMC 2ton) was repainted in the mid 90s. The job was done fairly well, and it’s mostly been stored inside since. I understand that I will have to repaint it sometime, but I would like to wait a few years as it looks really good (from 10 feet away at least), and I want to focus on the mechanical side of things for now.

The most concerning spot for me right now is the horizontal seam along the back of the cab below the window. There are a few spots in that seam where the paint is starting to fail and I don’t want rust to take hold. Is there something I can spray in there to prevent rust. Wax doesn’t really get into the back of the seam. I’m nervous to use a silicone spray, because I don’t want it to be impossible to paint later.

Any tips?