Stone Chips

[manphibian]

Hello all, i was looking at my car today and it's let down by all the stone chips on the nose and bonnet.

Anyone had any sucess in removing/disguising them, some people on 6gc recommended this stuff in usa:

http://www.touchup123.com/default.aspx

I don't think you can get it here but it sounds pretty good, if there was something similar here i quite fancy trying it out.

I've tried touch up pens etc, but can never get a decent result.

[daktari]

Have you tried T Cut colour polish. I used it on a couple of cars and it worked ok-ish. It`s not a cure but it does disguise it a bit to the casual observer.

[Jones~32]

Have you tried T Cut colour polish. I used it on a couple of cars and it worked ok-ish. It`s not a cure but it does disguise it a bit to the casual observer.

Definately helps

[manphibian]

yeah, i use that, it covers them a bit for a couple of days. I just liked the sound of that 'magical paint that goes on like a wax'

Yee haw. :D

[edamduke]

Hi,

This product does look pretty good and I am in desperate need of a chip removal. The kit seems fairly reasonable too. I contacted them and they will ship to the UK (however certain areas may be unavailable due to customs, I can't image what he means by this unless customs think that chavs in Southend may try to sniff it! )

Anyway, he is sending me a price inc. shipping which I will post soon.

[manphibian]

Yeah, i emailed them too.

"George" is gonna get back to me so we will see if it's cheaper to send to Blackpool or Dartford :)

[gt-dust]

hi mate, used ta do a bit of bodywork on my old car, i find the best thing to do once youve covered the chip with the paint pen is to leave it a good 3 weeks, then use a blending compound that you can get from any auto shop- even Halfords. the compound contains an extreamley fine grit, all you do is apply a tiny amount to a damp cloth and gentley rub the area you want to blend. then after youve got the paint surface to be unnoticable compared to the original body paint (i.e the same level. should feel smooth when you rub your finger along it) you then use a polish such as autoglym and polish it so as to remove the dull finish. just polish then alow to dry, buff and repeat the POLISHING process untill you get the finish your happy with. sounds hard work but is quite simple and well worth it. just be sure to take your time and not rush and you will reep the rewards.

hope this helps

:)

[edamduke]

That is the exact type of solution that I'm looking for. I've always been a little worried about rubbing compound. Will loads of polishing always bring it back to a good glossy finish? I think I will try some on some less noticeable chips.

[daktari]

You need to be very careful using rubbing compound on metallic finishes. It`ll go through the laquer and you`ll end up with a very blotchy looking car.

In fact i would say dont do it with metallics.

[edamduke]

Cheers for the advice Dak!

[gt-dust]

ah i didnt realise you had matalic paint...in that case i would have to agree with dak, as ive never tried rubbing compound on matallic paints, and therefore im not sure if it will ruin your paint finsh as matallics have usually a few coats of laquer... sorry bout that should really of asked you that first

[daktari]

Had a chat with my mate who does body work, resprays etc about this today. What he suggests, and i`m going to give it a try myself. is to use a touch in paint stick on the stonechips. Wait a week for it to fully harden. Then, using something like a dremel drill on slow-ish speed with a very small buffing attachment, go over it very carefully until it`s flush with hte surrounding paintwork. Use a fine cutting compound and stop frequently to check progress. Once thats done you can add a dab of laquer and repeat the process if you feel the need.

As i said i`ll give this a try when i get some touch up. I think a steady hand might be called for.