Lexx Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 So, currently I am fuming. Just been shopping, and when I got back to the car park there was a huge Pajero parked next to me. So out of my usual paranoia I looked round the car to make sure it had no dings. Luckily it didnt. What I did discover though was that the back of my car is covered in small flecks of blue paint. Its all over the rear bumper, boot, rear window, spoiler, and both quarter panels. It was dark when Id picked my car up after getting back from sea, and then the back of the car was minging filthy by the next day when it was light so i hadnt noticed it. After having a think Ive realised its been done when the council painted the garage doors of where my car is stored when Im away. Some paint had managed to flick through the small gaps in the wood. So its been on for almost 2 months. So, how the hell do I get it off? Or is it gunna be a VERY expensive trip to a paint shop??? Cheers Al ( A very gutted Al) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 this had happened to someone else but can't remember who but they did manage to get it off with something. sorry can't be of more help at the mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share Posted October 17, 2008 Just knowing that someone has managed to get it off before is a big help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chesterfield Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 If its just normal run of the mill paint, then give it a good wash, get some HD cleanse to get the wax etc off, and hopefully a clay bar would shift it without swirling or scratching. There are a few professional detaliers around on the forum that may be able to help - if you visit the detailing section you may be able to PM a few and see what they suggest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 here ya go Al phil recommends some stuff http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11986 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 That sucks!! First point of call imo is to take a load of photos of it. As far as getting it off, I am sure if it is just small amounts, you 'might' be able to clay the car to get them off. Would be a good cheap starting point and would get most of them off I would have thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share Posted October 17, 2008 I'll get the clay bar on it tomorrow. Ive phoned council, and they are sending out someone to look at the car on Monday. Apparantly they hadnt informed my mum that they intended to paint the doors, so if it is gunna be a paintshop job then I may be able to get compensation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 Might be worth leaving the car until they see it first hand? If it's been on for two months already, another couple of days won't hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 17, 2008 Author Share Posted October 17, 2008 Im just gunna do a atest clay to put my own mind at rest. will drive me bonkers waiting till Monday not knowing how big a job it'll be. If they admit liability, I'll get them to pay for a pro detailer to sort it out (if it will come off with clay that is) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chesterfield Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 They could at least pay for a detail if it doesnt need a paintshop job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK350Z Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 I think the clay bar stands a good chance, hope it works out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neodc Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 paint stripper ? stop rubbing when you see grey, plastic or metal. job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanski Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 oh no - useless polonkers!! If its standard gloss type paint (Dulux ICI)- you can tell by the smell of it - (like household woodwording gloss) you can get it off with white spirit on a rag (be gentle) if not -i.e enamal - then wait for a pro to do it otherwise you have no choice, probably already etched itself into your paint! If its tiny splatters you should be able to gently polish it out with Mer or Farcela G3. hope its not too much of a job to fix ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobD7 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Sorry to hear this mate, fingers crossed it gets sorted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 i wouldnt clay if it picks off the spots of paint it will scratch i would use white spirit on a rag and allow it to sit on the paint rather than rubbing it wash well and polish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 You could try tardis..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 You could try tardis..... go back in time and park it somewhere else ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 18, 2008 Author Share Posted October 18, 2008 cheers for all the advice guys. Gunna get a pro to do it, and get the car detailed at the seem time. Too many contradicting ideas from people for me to be happy to do it myself. Hope the council cough up for some of it though! Wonder if they'll pay Craig from Muddy to come all the way over here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Craigs retired! I bet the pro uses tardis! Autosmart make it, it's awesome stuff for removing things like tar spots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixy Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 defo wait and let a professional do it. If any abrasive products are needed or even a pc then leave it to them! You never know, the council may cough up as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toon Chris Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Had a similar problem with white gloss specks on my Red Alfa once. It is horrifying, yet all of the specks pinged off if picked with a nail. Obviously I didn't have time to do that, but a good wash every few days for a few weeks and they came off anyway as they don't stick to wax too well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 20, 2008 Author Share Posted October 20, 2008 Council came out and had a nosey today. And admitted liability! Got a pro-detailer coming out later in the way to give me a quote to get it sorted (getting rest of car detailed at same time) So all is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Council came out and had a nosey today.And admitted liability! Got a pro-detailer coming out later in the way to give me a quote to get it sorted (getting rest of car detailed at same time) So all is good. good result it would be good if you post up how he removes it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted October 20, 2008 Author Share Posted October 20, 2008 Will do. The guys seems like he knows his stuff. Got his details from Detailing World. I'll be posting a full set of pics when the cars has been detailed anyway. But I'll be sure to tell you all about his method for future reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigphil Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Will do. The guys seems like he knows his stuff. Got his details from Detailing World. I'll be posting a full set of pics when the cars has been detailed anyway. But I'll be sure to tell you all about his method for future reference. If he is needing somewhere to work undercover you are welcome to use our place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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