christianmg Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Ah just back from 3 weeks away to find that a pipe has been dripping in the underground carpark of my apartment block right on my car!! Before xmas the pipe burst (just on top of the car ) flooding the car park, but didn't seem to do any damage, I washed her off and everything seemed ok! Not bad for a couple thousand gallons of water, enough to blow out all the wooden doors in the car-park and flood 2 of the lifts. I assumed the pipe was fixed but there must have been a continuos drip coming from where they fixed it right onto my bonnet for the last few weeks. The stain was massive and white to begin with but after a 1 hour wash, about 20 mins spent just on that spot with soapy water and a sponge its still about the size of my fist and the length of my arm. Is there any good products out there to get rid of this? Is this something I should claim for? I dont want to rub too hard, but is it just a matter of elbow greese?? Thanks for the help guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 First thing I would do is stop washing. I think a different approach is needed. I have a pretty good idea what to do but in this case i will summon some professional help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 There was a similar thread to this a couple of weeks back, didn't Tim (envyvaleting) suggest using white vinegar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christianmg Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 ah nightmare! professional help? - do you mean like a body shop? Do you think it would need painted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Here it is viewtopic.php?f=22&t=44950&hilit=white+vinegar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 ah nightmare!professional help? - do you mean like a body shop? Do you think it would need painted? And relax mate, I have just given Tim a nudge, he has a lot of experience and I think in cases like this I would trust him a little more than an amateur like me. He will be here when he gets a minute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christianmg Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 haha thanks martinmac! Yea, think ill just grab a cuppa and read through the thread from beavis. Jet lagged and stress dont go to well hand in hand! appreciate the help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Maybe something stronger than a cuppa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Envy Valeting Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Here it is viewtopic.php?f=22&t=44950&hilit=white+vinegar Well remembered Beavis ah nightmare!professional help? - do you mean like a body shop? Do you think it would need painted? And relax mate, I have just given Tim a nudge, he has a lot of experience and I think in cases like this I would trust him a little more than an amateur like me. He will be here when he gets a minute. Cheers Martin. Sorry to hear your tale of woe Christian. As suggested by Beavis, vinegar is the route I'd try BUT no scrubbing. Just spray on and allow to soak, re-apply and see how you get on. Best wishes Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christianmg Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 thanks guys, gonna scout off to tescos and get a spray bottle, vingar and some kitchen roll!! didnt think it was limescale, just thought it was water marks but looking at some of those pics, it could be early days lime, and ... well i think i got off pretty light!! thanks guys! ... oh and on a side note, was AMAZED no water got in during the first burst! I know its a coupe, but all the seals were perfect! not a drop inside! My old megane coupe used to let water in like the titanic through the sun roof even in a drizzle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 didnt think it was limescale, just thought it was water marks but looking at some of those pics, it could be early days lime, and ... well i think i got off pretty light!! Where do you think the scale in your kettle comes from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christianmg Posted February 18, 2011 Author Share Posted February 18, 2011 worked a treat!!! the hardest part was finding a bloody spray bottle!!! thanks guys!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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