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Paint going to shit......

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by hardtaco, Jun 27, 2017.

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  1. Jul 14, 2017 at 3:26 AM
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    sgtnewundies

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    I use Optimum No-Rinse to clean the vehicle every two weeks. I also use the Optimum Spray Wax after. It takes about ten minutes to spray wax the whole vehicle. The spray wax also has UV, UVB protection.
     
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  2. Jul 14, 2017 at 5:42 AM
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    If you go the line-X route please share pictures. Thinking of having mine done just because I'm lazy and hate polishing and sealing the roof twice a year lol
     
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  3. Jul 14, 2017 at 5:55 AM
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    DaWillDaBeast

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    Just vinyl wrap it. Should be cheap and pretty easy to do.
     
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  4. Jul 14, 2017 at 6:32 AM
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    PackCon

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    Yeah but all the cool kids use Line-X
     
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  5. Jul 14, 2017 at 7:05 AM
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    My 06 bought new in Tampa has been outside the whole time and the white paint looks shiny and new.
    Washing the truck regularly is a must besides waxing. After each wash I put a coat of wax on just the roof and hood. Only takes a few minutes.
    Truck gets a complete clay/polish/wax every two-three months with
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    Collinite 845.
    A price of living here.
    Sorry but you have neglected your paint.
     
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  6. Jul 14, 2017 at 7:08 AM
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    I'm assuming you are attempting to polish by hand? By machine 4-6 times a year is likely going to leave you without paint in a few years.
     
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  7. Jul 14, 2017 at 3:09 PM
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    hardtaco

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    I think the paint and clear coat should be a little more durable than what it is. But, it is also a ten year old vehicle that never sees covered parking.
     
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  8. Jul 25, 2017 at 2:53 AM
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    I wax my hood and roof for this specific reason. I wash my truck maybe once a month, or once every other month. A little bit of wax or sealer goes a long way in protecting your paint. But it is a truck, just vinyl wrap the hood and roof and call it good
     
    4x4Taco09, Jul 25, 2017
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