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Old 11-26-2002, 07:47 AM
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do i need repaint job?

ok....i have these watermarks, saps, or acid rain mark all over my car.
i'm really ****ed right now because i tried mother's claybar, didn't do anything....i sprayed those instants and rubbed it so hard but it's not coming out... do i need a repaint for my car?
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Old 11-26-2002, 08:48 AM
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Old 11-26-2002, 09:35 AM
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Re: do i need repaint job?

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ok....i have these watermarks, saps, or acid rain mark all over my car.
i'm really ****ed right now because i tried mother's claybar, didn't do anything....i sprayed those instants and rubbed it so hard but it's not coming out... do i need a repaint for my car?
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Try a mild polish first. If that doesn't work, go to something stronger. You can use Meguires stuff, but even turtlewax brand of polish should work. Try it in an inconspicuous area first. Be careful as you can easily cut through the clearcoat and paint if you are too aggressive - especially if you are using a power buffer.
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Old 11-26-2002, 09:36 AM
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Maybe try a deatail shop too. Those guys aer incredible at getting some stuff out that you thought was going to be stuck forever.

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Old 11-26-2002, 09:43 AM
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i used to do a lot of detailing and water spots and acid rain and the such is the worst to work with. youll prob be able to get it to where its not nearly as noticeable, but i doubt youll be able to get them out completely. i know theres sutff for the class to get waterspots out but from what i recall i dont think theres anything thats really effective on the paint. your options may be to either live with it or spend some cash on a repaint.
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3M fine cut cleaner should do the job. Make sure you follow up with a polish and wax.
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Old 11-26-2002, 06:19 PM
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3M fine cut cleaner should do the job. Make sure you follow up with a polish and wax.
how much the detail shops usually charge for those things?
 
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Get that baby buffed!
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Old 11-26-2002, 06:46 PM
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Get that baby buffed!
how much would buffing cost?
 
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I'm not sure, but my uncle's shop charges about $100 for a full detail, including a buff. Check out a detail shop and see what they say
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