i have quite a few small chips in the paint on the hood.does this really work to hide them? if not, has anyone found anything else that worked ?
1170619
I've used this in the past with fairly good success. It's not perfect but it helps camouflage the flaw (especially if it's small).
1170620
Not sure what a "small chip" is to you. The final look should be very smooth and shiny, if you do it right. You may have to use more than one coat of the wax. I like this stuff for most everything except scuffs.
1954059
I used protective spray on mine before I took it outside and it's been outdoors all winter. I didn't cover it or anything and still looks great!!
355673
You could spot test. I would try a primer first, and if it sticks, go for it. Another idea is to try some of that spray paint specially made for plastic as an undercoat.
700652
It could be several things. We'd need a little more info before troubleshooting this. However, my top 3 guesses would be:1. You used the wrong cleaners on it (anything chemical heavy or abrasive is a no-go)2. It is a layer of paint after all, items can ding it, chip it, etc causing this.3. Especially if it's around the sides or corners it very well could be improper application or top coating.
1813937
I never had this problem. My guess is it's defective or maybe a wiring problem. Sorry, not much help. The hood we installed works and looks great. So, I'm guessing it's a defect of some kind.
1972416
I haven't tried that yet. I think it will come off if you put anything with oil in it..or create streaks.... that's my own opinion. If you try it and it remains on then you can post your review here.. :)
1814608
It goes on with 3M tape, and I don't plan on ever taking it off. But I'm *assuming* that pulling hard enough will take it off, but rip up the tape. Goo Gone, or an equivalent, should take it off easily. I've taken emblems off cars this same way without damaging the paint, although this is a lot bigger than an emblem. I soak the emblems in Goo Gone every 20 minutes, for about 3 hours, then start to rip off the emblem. Its a pain in the ass, like most things that have to do with cars, but it works.
1146626
If there is a chip in the paint it will rust. We got covers to protect them.
603208
Ouch! Those rats will chew on anything including my paint tubes when one got in the house. I don't know if it is safe to put it under the hood. But you could spray it liberally on a cloth, put the cloth under the hood and then remember to take it out before you start the car.
1857087
It will help to a point. Faded black cars show oxidation very easily and probably require a multistep process of rubbing compound, polish and wax to restore the finish.
1803529
I would ask a car dealer or body shop or even a Pep Boys... because I do not know! Or try inside door where the paint is and see what happens...
82072
You are not doing anything wrong.....hhhmmmm. If this stuff is not working then I recommend you go and get these two items....carburetor cleaner OR WD-40. I had a few spots that were tough to get off on my car and the carburetor cleaner took it right now. Oh, and it won't damage any painted or plastic areas. If you don't feel comfortable with that try the WD-40. Let it set for a couple of minutes and then try to wipe off. I hope this helps!
2052145
Definitely should mask around the headlight. Maybe if you are extremely careful, you wouldn't need to, but it's not worth the risk. Using a high speed drill with the sanding attachment means that even slight movements could end up sanding your paint. Regular painter's tape would probably work, but it comes with the tape, so there is no need to worry about it.
696706
Yeah, I did on some of my interior trim and it worked great. Just do it in low humidity, use the second buff pad, and give it time to dry before touching it. If interior is all you need though, I used some cheap vinyl polish/protectant and that works really well for me on my interior surfaces as well. This stuff does wonders for my exterior vinyl though. I used it once a year ago and it still looks great after going through car washes and mag chloride.
1402216
Yes, it doesn't take off enough paint to be noticed unless you are intentionally trying to remove the paint with excessive rubbing.
1904942
I used it to remove paint rubbed onto the car from a minor bump in a parking lot. With a lot of elbow grease, it worked for that without damaging the paint. I don't think it adds shine, but I suppose it will make the car shinier if whatever you're removing had made it dull. Maybe the VW dealer was removing something that was impeding the shine.
1249396
Hi, this kit is for clear coat scratches and bird droppings that have eaten into the clear coat. It would not be effective on deeper scratches or chips.