Best method to repair clearcoat and/or severe oxidation

[ntxstallion]

What is the best method, other than a new paint job, to fix a bad clear coat or severe oxidation. Have an 02 Yukon that Onyx Black with a bad spot on the hood and roof, otherwise, it is flawless.

MODS please move to correct forum. I meant to post in 00-06. Sorry about the mix up.

 

[Tonygxp]

What is the best method, other than a new paint job, to fix a bad clear coat or severe oxidation. Have an 02 Yukon that Onyx Black with a bad spot on the hood and roof, otherwise, it is flawless.

MODS please move to correct forum. I meant to post in 00-06. Sorry about the mix up.

only way i know of is to sand it with 800 grit until it blends with the good paint. everything will look dull but that's when you setep up to 1000, 1200, 1500 then your choice of rubbing compound, there are many, with a porter cable or similar DA polisher.. then a less abrasive polish, then a finishing polish/wax. you can probably youtube this and figure it out. i've done this in the past and came out acceptable (stop gap in between paint jobs). only problem you'll run into is without it being clear coated you'll have to stay on top of the polishing/waxing or after repeated washes you will see difference in areas without clearcoat.

some examples here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxSupG69TwY&feature=fvwrel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stINYy4q_Qg&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkG1SV0zzT8&feature=related

 

[ntxstallion]

Thanks I am checking this out now.

 

[DTAILS]

Also, you may want to have someone with a PTG (paint thickness gauge) take a quick reading before you start sanding.

Wet sanding failing clear coat isn't something I would recommend anyone inexperienced to do. I have worked on older BMWs & rather than trying to save the failing clear coat; it was best to wet sand the clear coat off and then (as stated above) deal with the "now" single stage paint. Keeping a good sealant on it & reapplying every 6 months will be enough to keep the paint in good condition.

 

[ntxstallion]

How much (ballpark) do you think I am looking at for a professional to do it. Would it best be done at a detail shop or a paint/body shop.

 

[DTAILS]

How much (ballpark) do you think I am looking at for a professional to do it. Would it best be done at a detail shop or a paint/body shop.

Detail/restoration shop will be best. Body shops won't want to take the time & will push you for a repaint.

This is a very tedious project so most quality shops are going to charge you a flat hourly rate. If the work is limited to the hood then you're looking at 3 - ? hours of labor. Parts won't amount to much more than the paper and polishing afterward.

My hourly rate is $60 depending on the work involved ........ I would likely quote in the neighborhood of $200 +. You may find cheaper or more expensive depending on who you go with.

Someone who is knowledgeable is your best bet ........... don't take it to someone you don't feel comfortable with by any means.

 

[ntxstallion]

Gonna have to shop around for that then. I just bought my Yukon at a killer price so I can afford to pay a little to get the fixed. I love black cars. They are so pretty for those five minutes they are clean when treated properly.

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Thanks again for the tips. Anyone in the Dallas/Fort Worth area that can give me the name of a decent shop.

 

[DTAILS]

Gonna have to shop around for that then. I just bought my Yukon at a killer price so I can afford to pay a little to get the fixed. I love black cars. They are so pretty for those five minutes they are clean when treated properly.

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Thanks again for the tips. Anyone in the Dallas/Fort Worth area that can give me the name of a decent shop.

Which is exactly why I will never own another black vehicle .......... you're welcome.

 

[ntxstallion]

Yeah but living in Texas is way better on my cars than where I am from, MS. It is like cars are magnets down there.

 

[MarkO]

I'm not sure if this thread is still relevant, but had to post a comment after reading the title. I recently had the same issue with one of my older cars where the clear coat had failed pretty badly on the roof and hood. The paint was in great shape until my wife started routinely taking the car thru a car wash. I can't be sure if it was the car wash, but the paint was great before then.

A few months ago I applied a product that I came across that did an amazing job to hide the ugly white splotches where the clear coat failed. It's called L'Oxide made by Oxideoff. It worked great on my older burgundy car. It's been 2 months and the damage is still hidden. It's not a complete repair or a new paint job, but I can't afford those right now so this process was very acceptable to me, inexpensive and quick. Even if I have to apply it a few times a year, I'm happy to do it to hide those horrible splotches. There are a few YouTube videos online if you go to Youtube and search for oxideoff or loxide. Hope this helps.