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JUST WONDERING IF ANY OF YOU WHO TOOK DELIVERY OF YOUR CAR HAD THIS SMALL PARTICLE - LIKE STUFF ON YOUR PAINT.It really shows up in the light on dark color cars specifically. I talked with MM HER ON THE FORUM AND HE SAYS HE SEES IT SOMETIMES.He was quite helpful and says a claybar wash while wet and wax will fix it .

 

Right now I am waiting for a detailing shop ( at FORD'S EXPENSE) TO FIX IT.The local Ford rep was also advised. I wonder if the boys at Flatrock are aware of this issue .I am just a little concerned as I want it perfect

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JUST WONDERING IF ANY OF YOU WHO TOOK DELIVERY OF YOUR CAR HAD THIS SMALL PARTICLE - LIKE STUFF ON YOUR PAINT.It really shows up in the light on dark color cars specifically. I talked with MM HER ON THE FORUM AND HE SAYS HE SEES IT SOMETIMES.He was quite helpful and says a claybar wash while wet and wax will fix it .

 

Right now I am waiting for a detailing shop ( at FORD'S EXPENSE) TO FIX IT.The local Ford rep was also advised. I wonder if the boys at Flatrock are aware of this issue .I am just a little concerned as I want it perfect

Congrats on the car , you will enjoy her, any pics you can post?

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JUST WONDERING IF ANY OF YOU WHO TOOK DELIVERY OF YOUR CAR HAD THIS SMALL PARTICLE - LIKE STUFF ON YOUR PAINT.It really shows up in the light on dark color cars specifically. I talked with MM HER ON THE FORUM AND HE SAYS HE SEES IT SOMETIMES.He was quite helpful and says a claybar wash while wet and wax will fix it .

 

Right now I am waiting for a detailing shop ( at FORD'S EXPENSE) TO FIX IT.The local Ford rep was also advised. I wonder if the boys at Flatrock are aware of this issue .I am just a little concerned as I want it perfect

 

This is the case with just about any car delivered on rail transport, regardless of price. I know you might want it "perfect" but I'm not sure it should be on Ford's dime.

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Sounds like it's dirty to me.

Grab a bucket of soap and water. Problem solved. ;)

 

 

I had a little bit even after it was thorughly washed.Used Maguiars No 7 glaze and it took it all off without taking any paint with it

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Sounds like it's dirty to me.

Grab a bucket of soap and water. Problem solved. ;)

A wash does not fix it. IT WAS THE DEALER WHO FOUND THIS WHEN HE WASHED IT FOR DELIVERY. This Ming detail shop has paint sealed 3 vehicles of mine previously and I KNOW THE OWNER.He is very particular and will supervise the whole job. I do appreciate your comments though. Thanks for all the info.

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I had a little bit even after it was thorughly washed.Used Maguiars No 7 glaze and it took it all off without taking any paint with it

Did you have to wax it after using the number 7??

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I would like you to take a look at those pics in that thread which refers to possible contamination during the painting in the factory, if it is similar then i will wait before any major detailing since the outcome could be worse than the original problem, if it is a different issue ( like if you run your hand on the paint you find it rough) then a light clay bar will take care of it.

 

http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php...hl=bumper+paint

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Did you have to wax it after using the number 7??

 

No--waxing itself wont get blemishes out---id do the clay bar after you try the Maguiars.Im not a wax guy,unless you drive in the elements alot,and you need to protect the finish.Wax tends to oxidize over time,and reduces the deepness of the color.Theres differnt opinions on useing a cleaner/wax, but i think the paint needs to age a few months before you start taking clear off with a cleaner/wax,like Magiars No 6.I could feel the particles on the clear,and was hoping the glaze would take it off,which it did.Dont rub reall hardand use a clean applicator,maybe more than one--it easy to do--the hwol car will take less than 2 hours,but do one section and see if it works,maybe the trunk area first.

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Claybar will take care of most carbon and rail deposits. I like to clay at least once a year, especially the rear bumper where there is the most carbon buildup.

 

I dont think a cleaner wax removes clearcote if I am not mistaken.

 

Martin---the cleaner/wax doesnt actually remove the clear,but it does polish it with tiny bits of abrasives to get it to shine better,and cleans the imperfections.So in essence it does take off a tiny bit of clear to do its job,otherwise it wouldnt work or clean the finish.Its not a compound, but it does clean. No big deal--

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Martin---the cleaner/wax doesnt actually remove the clear,but it does polish it with tiny bits of abrasives to get it to shine better,and cleans the imperfections.So in essence it does take off a tiny bit of clear to do its job,otherwise it wouldnt work or clean the finish.Its not a compound, but it does clean. No big deal--

 

Thanks for that info. Interesting.

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