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Experts, please advise on this paint condition
I bought this vehicle a while ago (Acura RDX). Based on the CarFax when I bought it, it looks to have been repainted from hail. I knew that ahead of purchase.
What I didn't realize however was all these random streaks of grey'ish material throughout door jambs and rubber trim. Based on my research so far, this is compound, right?
How can I remove this, be it by hand or DA? I need exact product/technique advice please; for both the paint and the rubber trim it has impacted.
Thank you!
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
Use a panel wipe and microfiber towel. either dried wax or compound. No big deal> Good luck
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
It could be product that got stuck there because whoever polished it didn't tape the trim Trim also gets oxidized and faded with time so it could be a combination of all factors.
This product is very good at cleaning trim and removing stuff like that: Meguiars #39 Professional Heavy Duty Vinyl Cleaner, clean vinyl, meguiars interior cleaner
If the trim is clean but faded and needs to be restored, this is the product you want: Solution Finish Black Plastic & Vinyl Restorer
Once clean (and restored, if needed), you should seal it. Use something like: Wolfgang Exterior Trim Sealant, rubber trim sealant, rubber protectant, exterior trim products, metal sealer A little bit goes a long way.
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
Originally Posted by Billy Baldone
Use a panel wipe and microfiber towel. either dried wax or compound. No big deal> Good luck
panel wipe?
edit: found this
https://www.#############.org/detail...is-panel-wipe/
Originally Posted by BSoares
Thanks for recommending a few products. While these work for vinyl/plastic trim, what about the paint?
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
Originally Posted by amalik
Thanks for recommending a few products. While these work for vinyl/plastic trim, what about the paint?
If it's just dried product on the paint, a good wash will remove it. If it's hard to come off then use some detailing clay.
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
I'd try just using some soapy water and a old fashioned cotton terrycloth wash cloth.
Most compounds and polishes are water soluble.
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Re: Experts, please advise on this paint condition
Originally Posted by Mike Phillips
I'd try just using some soapy water and a old fashioned cotton terrycloth wash cloth.
Most compounds and polishes are water soluble.
Thanks Mike, I'll try it out.
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