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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 12:55 PM
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Discolored chrome bumper

Got my new truck home noticed what appeared to be some overspray from maybe tire glaze or something on the front left corner of my bumper. I washed the truck thinking it would wash off only to discover that it was still there. Any ideas on how to remove this stain??? This is a brand new 2015 F-150 so its not rust appears to be like a smudge where someone wiped against it as well as an area of overspray. Really don't wont to have to drive back to dealer, any help appreciated...
 
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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 06:12 PM
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Try using a clay bar designed for removing contaminants from painted finishes.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2015 | 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by mrg222
Got my new truck home noticed what appeared to be some overspray from maybe tire glaze or something on the front left corner of my bumper. I washed the truck thinking it would wash off only to discover that it was still there. Any ideas on how to remove this stain??? This is a brand new 2015 F-150 so its not rust appears to be like a smudge where someone wiped against it as well as an area of overspray. Really don't wont to have to drive back to dealer, any help appreciated...
Are you sure it's something ON the bumper, or is it a flaw in the chrome? I've seen one, maybe two examples of a faulty chrome job in my history.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 05:04 AM
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You best bet is to NOT mess with it and have it fixed under warranty. They'll replace the bumper which will be better in the long run.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 12:21 PM
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You best bet is to NOT mess with it and have it fixed under warranty. They'll replace the bumper which will be better in the long run.
If it won't wash off.....TAKE IT BACK!
 
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Old Jul 29, 2015 | 08:54 PM
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I'd take it back to dealership
 
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 08:26 AM
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Old Aug 4, 2015 | 06:22 PM
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I'd take it back.
 
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