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What is this and how do I get rid of it?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by rkdiddy, Dec 7, 2008.

  1. Dec 7, 2008 at 1:53 PM
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    rkdiddy

    rkdiddy [OP] Senior Member

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    So I was washing my G yesterday and I noticed this odd mark on the paint. It is about the size of a thumbtack head. I inspected the rest of the car and I found one other identical mark on the driver's side fender.

    I take REALLY good car of my vehicles using Menzerna products.

    Does anyone know what this is and how could I get rid of it???



    Thanks,

    R

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  2. Dec 7, 2008 at 1:59 PM
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    moserjjx

    moserjjx Tacoma Newbie

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    is the clear coat cracked or is that stuff on top of the clear?
     
  3. Dec 7, 2008 at 2:01 PM
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    dually

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    Shitty clear. Toyotas dont seem to have the best paint and clear from the factory.
     
  4. Dec 7, 2008 at 2:32 PM
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    bsmith4293

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    It's called spider webbing from where, like the others said, the clear coat has cracked.
     
  5. Dec 7, 2008 at 3:16 PM
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    stratton

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    Do you think it could have been like that or did it happen recently? Sometimes when the top coat is applied to thick in some spots it will dry faster and sink or drop down, resulting in a star fish or that a spider web. This also happens with wood working if you brush on a poly to thick.
     
  6. Dec 7, 2008 at 4:57 PM
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    rkdiddy

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    Thank you everyone.

    Stratton, I'm pretty sure it is new. I'm very meticulous when it comes to my vehicles and upkeep.

    I actually have touch up paint and clear coat. Maybe I will give it a shot to see if I can repair it.

    Thanks again.
     
  7. Dec 7, 2008 at 5:59 PM
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    stratton

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    That sucks, I am the same way. I know of every little scratch and tick on my truck. I hate it when I find a new one. good luck, Let us know how you make out.
     

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