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HELP! Sponge dye stained my car paint

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ajwhos, Sep 7, 2017.

  1. Sep 7, 2017 at 9:27 PM
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    ajwhos

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    Well i had some bird crap on my hood so I thought i'd wet my carwash sponge and wipe the crap off but unfortunately it was late and didnt bother to hose the hood down after. So now i have these blue dye stains.
    I tried using a clay bar to remove it but no luck

    any remedies is much appreciated!!

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  2. Sep 7, 2017 at 9:30 PM
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    tcjacado

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    Try this thread. Maybe they can help
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/official-ask-a-detailer-thread.8957/page-155
     
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    TR3 Resin Glaze will take that off and protect your paint.
     
  4. Sep 7, 2017 at 9:39 PM
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  5. Sep 7, 2017 at 9:44 PM
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    perfect! i just ordered it on Amazon. thank you!
     
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    The Real Moondog

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    Yes, the detailing thread is an excellent start but also call the manufacturer of the sponge and file a complaint. Obviously you have pics so that is good. Have you tried anything on it yet and if so what? I have heard WD-40, Rain X and clay bar. However, check out the detailing thread to see if there are any pros there. This is a bummer and please keep us posted. I hope you get a good result.
     
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    Clay bar should take it out
     
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    A good wax will take that off.
     
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    Try 3 parts water to 1 part distilled white vinegar and a microfiber cloth. Be sure to thoroughly wash and rinse the area when you're done. You'll have to reapply wax to the area, but it won't hurt your paint or clear coat.

    I had some stuff the other day that was a nightmare, all over my truck. It was basically concrete dust that came down with the morning dew and hardened instantly. Nothing would touch it, I tried wd-40, bug and tar remover etc. The vinegar and water did the trick.
     
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  10. Sep 7, 2017 at 11:11 PM
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    Cleaner Wax.
     
  11. Sep 7, 2017 at 11:13 PM
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    looks like i wont be purchasing that blue porcupine sponge to wash my car with
     
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  12. Sep 7, 2017 at 11:52 PM
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    I have a wash mitt that resembles that, thankfully it left no residue on my paint.
     
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  13. Sep 8, 2017 at 6:22 AM
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    Clay bar then a good sealant/wax
     
  14. Sep 8, 2017 at 6:34 AM
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    any wax should polish that right out its just a little surface stain---i would wash that mitt a few times before you use it on your truck though
     
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    White doesn't have a clear coat like all the other colors.
     
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    You can always try vinegar. IDK if it will work in this application, but it's cheap if you already have it available in your pantry.
     
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    Sorry for your paint, but WTF??? A sponge that leaches blue dye???

    G.
     
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    You're going to laugh at this one. Try some WD-40 it doesn't mess up the paint and I can't tell you how many times I used it to get off stains from Cars removing bugs sticker goo works great
     

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