Yes! If caught in the early stages of rusting, it’s relatively simple to stop rust and prevent it from spreading. All you need to do is sand away the areas affected by rust (you may need to use a wire brush if the rust has begun to cause scaling), apply a protective coating like oil or dry coat, and then seal the area in with a rust-preventing paint or clear coat. Apply these coatings to the areas around the one affected by rust to ensure maximum coverage.