Need advice from anybody who has dealt with ACID RAIN etching the clear coat on their rides. How did you resolve it?
I have recently compounded with fairly aggressive Menzerna and Adam's products as I want to apply ceramic coating BUT under the bright lights I could see where the acid has affected the clear coat... GRRR
Did not know how "soft" the paint is on these cars or I would have coated when I initially bought it in 2015 -
Could just be sun damage to the clear coat. Water droplets stay on the paint, and the Florida sun does its thing, each droplet is like a magnifying glass. Long term not good.
Correcting Compound and Finishing Polish... sun damage - maybe, so what can done to guard against that? Only thing I know is to keep it parked in a garage...
Be careful. If its indeed etched, regardless of how it happened, it won't polish out - and the more you try, the bigger problem it'll become.
I'd like to say wet sanding will help, but again, its all about the damage itself - I've seen bird droppings etch completely through clear & stain the color base.
If you get it out - and I really hope you do - best protection will be layers of sealant. Aggressive sun, acid rain, bird drops etc will eat right through carnuba.
Being red, you're finish would look hot with layers of sealant topped with straight carnuba - but again, make sure sealant is your base, for protection.
Good luck - look forward to hearing you got it fixed & all is good!
My RH2 did need to be wet sanded, unfortunately, had a professional detailer work their magic then applied SB3 ceramic coating over entire car = looks like brand new the day I bought it off the showroom. Now I have to allow it to "cure" for a few days / can't wait to drive it again.
Just saw this on YOUTUBE in my sub box. I did not watch the video yet. However, I remembered something about water spots/ acid rain etc and thought I would share it while it was on my mind. You have probably resolved it by now (I hope) if not, then here is something or some info that may help? Good luck.
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