My 95 S/C seems to have the rather infamous problem with the clearcoat peeling on the hood. I seem to recall (although I could be mistaken) that some have had some success in getting Ford to pay for having the truck repainted, even on older out of warranty vehicles.

First off, is there any truth to this?

Second, if it is true, what course of action do I need to take to have this addressed?

Thanks,
Bart

 

Never heard of it, and I'm highly skeptical, in any case.

It's tough enough getting a new paint job covered when a vehicle is under warranty (true for any vehicle, any manufacturer), so I couldn't imagine Ford paying for new paint on your '95 Ranger.

 

They did offer some type of repaint but I think you had to have less than a specific mileage.

 

93-8-4

FORD:
1983-93 THUNDERBIRD
1984-93 TEMPO
1985-93 ESCORT
1986 LTD
1986-93 TAURUS
1989-93 CROWN VICTORIA, MUSTANG, PROBE

LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1983-93 COUGAR
1984-92 MARK VII
1984-93 TOPAZ
1985-89 TRACER
1986 MARQUIS
1986-93 SABLE
1988-93 CONTINENTAL, TOWN CAR
1989-93 GRAND MARQUIS
1991-93 TRACER
1993 MARK VIII

LIGHT TRUCK:
1983-93 RANGER
1986-93 AEROSTAR
1987-90 BRONCO II
1988-93 F SUPER DUTY, F-47
1991-93 ECONOLINE, EXPLORER
1992-93 F-150-350 SERIES
1993 VILLAGER

MEDIUM/HEAVY TRUCK:
1991-93 CARGO SERIES, F & B SERIES, L SERIES

ISSUE:
The clearcoat layer of the basecoat/clearcoat paint system may "microcheck" (crack and erode), turn white, flake or peel off the vehicle. This condition is noticeable on the horizontal surfaces only.

ACTION:
Inspect the vehicle and if repair is necessary, refer to the following procedure for service details. This is a wet on wet procedure. Sanding is not required after the seal coat is applied.

NOTE:
READ THE ENTIRE SERVICE REPAIR PROCEDURE BEFORE STARTING REPAIRS.


REPAIR PROCEDURE

WARNING:
ALWAYS WEAR A NIOSH/OSHA RECOMMENDED VAPOR/PARTICULATE RESPIRATOR AND USE OTHER RECOMMENDED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.


SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Wash the vehicle with soap and water.

2. Verify clearcoat to basecoat or primer adhesion by applying a 2" wide masking tape strip on all horizontal body panels.

a. Pull the tape up quickly

b. Inspect the adhesive side for paint removal.

NOTE:
IF PAINT WAS REMOVED DURING TAPE TEST, THE ENTIRE CLEARCOAT AND BASECOAT SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM THE PANEL.

3. Wipe down the areas to be repainted with wax and grease remover.

l BASF product #900 PreKleano or equivalent

4. Sand the affected surface with 150/240 grit sand paper. Remove only clearcoat and colorcoat, featheredge areas with 320 grit paper.

NOTE:
DO NOT REMOVE SPRAY PRIMER OR E-COAT.

5. Blow off the area to remove loose dust or debris.

6. Wipe the sanded surface with wax or grease remover.

l BASF product #901 Prekleano or equivalent

7. Tack off area.

8. Mix and apply one coat of epoxy primer for adhesion and let dry per manufacturer's label instruction (20 - 30 minutes).

l BASF product #DE 15, PA16, PR80 or equivalent

NOTE:
DO NOT SAND THE NEWLY PRIMED AREAS.

9. Mix and apply two coats of the appropriate colored primer surface sealer.

l BASF product # DP 21, Solo Color 1:1, then 2 parts of mixture 1 part DH 60, 30% PR80 or equivalent.

10. Mix and apply 2 coats or until hiding of basecoat per manufacturer's label instructions. Apply first coat to repair area only. Apply second coat over entire area. Allow a minimum of 15 minutes flash time before applying the clearcoat.

l BASF # Diamont Basecoat Color and Diamont Reducer 1:1 or equivalent.

11. Mix and apply 2 coats of urethane clearcoat per manufacturer's label instructions.

l BASF product # DC90 Diamond Clear, LH50 Diamond Hardener 2:1 or equivalent.

12. Polish if necessary.

13. Clean and detail the vehicle and return it to the customer.

WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY

OASIS CODES: 106000

 

Thanks Ken...that's exactly along the lines of what I was looking for.

Although it technically only covers up to 93 models, my truck fits that description to a "T". I did a little additional research after I posted this message and found that Ford was under pressure from the FTC until around 1993 to make good with consumers on defective paint jobs, in or out of warranty. Even though it only goes up to 93, I've read elsewhere that Ford has at least forked over at least half the cost of the repair on newer model vehicles when someone threatens to haul them into court over it.

At first, I wasn't going to worry too much about it, but now the clearcoat has started peeling off and is becoming quite unsightly. Might be about time to get this taken care of....

 

Glad to help, I bet you'll find more information on the web by doing searches.