Paint Issues
Laughing Gas
Joined: Sep 2017
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From: Southwestern Pa.
I found YouTube videos recommending ArmorAll Ultra Shine Spray Wash to keep the truck surface wet while using a clay bar. It works great. Can't find it locally so I order it from Amazon.
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Joined: Mar 2019
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Yes, Clay requires a lube, that can be any number of clay lubes, detail sprays, wash mix etc. Clay bars are abrasive to a greater or lesser degree, depending on the clay used. It is understood that it can, and usually will mar the paint. Experienced detailers expect to polish after use.
Tuned
Joined: Nov 2019
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From: KELOWNA
Pictures I posted show the "rail dust." Salesman at our local parts store also knew about it and recommended a wheel cleaner (without any acid). I tried that as well and had no luck removing it at home. I suspect that I will need to use something with a mild acid, but I will let the pros clean it the first time. It has also been pretty sloppy driving up here, so I am not in a great hurry as long as there is no long term damage. Kind of freaky though when you see it on an aluminum panel!
Fleet Mechanic
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Pictures I posted show the "rail dust." Salesman at our local parts store also knew about it and recommended a wheel cleaner (without any acid). I tried that as well and had no luck removing it at home. I suspect that I will need to use something with a mild acid, but I will let the pros clean it the first time. It has also been pretty sloppy driving up here, so I am not in a great hurry as long as there is no long term damage. Kind of freaky though when you see it on an aluminum panel!
look at car pro iron x for removing the spots
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The Ford body shop will take care of this as my truck only has 32,000 mi. I also don't want to have to run back to the dealer every time I get these spots. Don't mind using a little elbow grease on my truck. Thanks, Vautti
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Yes, and I will have them clean it up this time. I just think that it may reoccur in the winter with all the chloride on our roads. Thanks,
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Fleet Mechanic
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From: NorCal
I see cars being transported by truck which just came from the rail yard. These cars are covered in white plastic to protect the finish during transport. I guess Ford doesn't take these precautions. WTH?
Thanks for the heads up,
JOB 1
Thanks for the heads up,
JOB 1
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Actually, I bought this truck used with 25,000 mi, and it was spotless. I kept it that way until mid winter when the rail dust showed up. The body shop guy say that it is caused by the material coming off the truck rotors (and probably mixing with the road salt, as it didn't appear in the summer). I will ask them how long I can expect this to continue and post that info. Problem is that I use my truck every day, and they work when I work. Thanks, Vautti
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