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Old 05-21-2009, 07:52 AM
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After thinking about it I owned a truck that was like this the clear would oxidize very quickly no matter what you did to it and it was just crappy clear coat and the only solution was to get the truck painted. I hope in your case this is not the issue and like 1badstx asked how long did you wait before waxing the truck because you are not supposed to put wax on fresh paint for 90 days.
 
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Old 05-21-2009, 03:56 PM
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It was longer than 90 days. I got it painted at a quality shop, im going to Lincon/Mercury Saturday to get my inside panel fixed since they cracked it, and a estimate for the hood and roof to be repainted.
 
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Old 05-21-2009, 06:46 PM
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I would try using a clay bar to remove all products and wax, then start fresh again.
 
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Old 05-21-2009, 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by clambelly
Stop using Turtle Ice products.
I don't use turtle wax ice, but I have, and really liked them and how easy they were to use. What don't you like about them?
 
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Old 05-22-2009, 08:58 PM
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Eh, turtle wax stuff isn't really held in high regard among "detailers." I think the "Turtle Ice" thread might give some reasons.

I would try claying, then maybe hitting it up SwirlX or Scratch X 2.0 to see if it will remove the hazing. If it's oxidation, it should take some of it off, right?
 
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Old 05-25-2009, 12:31 PM
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Yesterday i clayed it, today im hitting it up with Scratch X.
 
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Old 05-31-2009, 05:04 PM
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How did it turn out?
 
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Old 05-31-2009, 05:14 PM
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Have you tried getting ahold of the people who owned that buisness before it went under. I know atleast sometimes if a company goes under they will still honor their warranties thru other companies.
 
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Old 05-31-2009, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by TruckGuy24
How did it turn out?
Great, it looks newly painted.
 
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Old 05-31-2009, 06:47 PM
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Congrats... If you can, I would love to see pics
 
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I took these pictures after driving 67 miles through love bugs, gosh i hate them.
 
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Old 05-31-2009, 07:33 PM
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I see you

Nice work man
 

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Old 05-31-2009, 07:36 PM
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Thanks buddy.

Those H/T's are some off my favorite on/off road tires, i have been stuck yet.
 
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Old 06-06-2009, 04:20 AM
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Originally Posted by dsq3973
You may be over waxing the truck.
You can never over wax your truck btw
 
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Old 06-06-2009, 08:38 AM
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Yes you can wax can build up, polish does not build up. Wax leaves a film on the paint.
 


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