rust like stains
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Cargo Master
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rust like stains
I have a white 2001 F-150 that has tiny rust colored stains all over it. I noticed it a week ago when I washed it, it was the worst on the lower drivers side and tailgate and was minimal on the passenger side it was on both the metal and plastic parts. I could pick the spots with my fingernail and they would get light, so I took some rubbing compund and lightly went over the affected areas to remove all the spots and then waxed the truck. I just washed it again tonight andthe spots are back, but not nearly as bad. What is causing this and how can I keep it from returning? Also, how much can I use rubbing compound on the paint without taking the clearcoat off, and is there something else I can use instead, and is this a common problem with white paint? BTW I live in Iowa where they salt the roads, but I wash the truck every week and wax it a least once a month. Any help would be appreciated.
Admom
Joined: Feb 2001
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From: Silver Springs
Hey Fordman - Welcome to FTE.
It sounds like Rail Dust might be the culprit. Here's a link to one of the threads discussing rail dust. The last post by LK includes a link showing a truck with this problem.
Surface Rust
If this is what you have, you might want to check with your local Ford dealer and make them fix it.
Good luck and let us know how things turn out.
It sounds like Rail Dust might be the culprit. Here's a link to one of the threads discussing rail dust. The last post by LK includes a link showing a truck with this problem.
Surface Rust
If this is what you have, you might want to check with your local Ford dealer and make them fix it.
Good luck and let us know how things turn out.
