I recently removed the so called "SS frame protectors" common on late model units only to discover an alarming amount of rust forming.
I know AS recommends checking under them periodically but after I strip the front frame and POR-15 the area I don't think I'll put these moisture traps back on.
I do seem to recall that new models do not have them.
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