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What is this discussion about? Auto Body, Paint, Coupe, Convertible, Hatchback, Truck, Sedan, Wagon, SUV, Van

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#937 of 1025 Re: New Bumper or repair original [Mr_Shiftright] by mspepper Oct 21, 2008 (1:49 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Oct 01, 2008 2:52 pm) ..and the rest of the bumper story.....my sister backed into the corner of my mini bumper with her BMW....ouch ....and her bumper costs more than mine. Balancing family relations is key here. bumper repair here we come! I'll let you know how it comes out. Thanks again.
#938 of 1025 Re: Is The Doctor In? [oldfarmer50] by bigfur Oct 21, 2008 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: oldfarmer50 (Oct 20, 2008 8:15 am) Only way i can put it would be, if its that good they would use it in a body shop.
#939 of 1025 Re: Corrosion heated garage [Mr_Shiftright] by lupo55 Nov 09, 2008 (4:27 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Sep 21, 2008 6:09 am) I,d like to keep my car as long as possible. I know that bringing it in and out of a heated garage in winter is the not the best thing for body longevity. If i rustproof will it negate the effects of the using the garage, or should I simply park it outside and play it safe? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 09, 2008 8:43 am) allenjackson (Nov 10, 2008 9:44 pm)
#940 of 1025 Re: Corrosion heated garage [lupo55] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Nov 09, 2008 (8:43 am)
Replying to: lupo55 (Nov 09, 2008 4:27 am) I still think air circulation is the key here, as well as underside car washes if you live in an area that uses road salts. I'd keep in indoors, sure. You've just got to control the moisture in the garage, and a fan will help. You could also add a drying agent to the trunk and interior, like they use in boats. You buy it in little pouches, or you pour the grainular powder into a little basket and it absorbs moisture. Any boat shop knows about this stuff. Replies to this message: allenjackson (Nov 10, 2008 9:44 pm)
#941 of 1025 Re: Corrosion heated garage [Mr_Shiftright] by allenjackson Nov 10, 2008 (9:44 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 09, 2008 8:43 am) Older vehicles had a switch, lever, or knob you could use to select it. Most vehicles today only recycle the interior air on MAX A/C, which is what your car is emulating - when it needs to cool down the interior quickly it engages max A/C mode, which recycles the interior until it can maintain the temperature with external air.
#942 of 1025 1999 Honda Accord Paint peeling by korniemd Nov 15, 2008 (7:03 pm)
I have a 1999 Honda Accord that the clear coat is flaking off and the paint below is deteriorating badly. Called Honda, they told me to take it to a dealer. Dealer said District Parts and Service Mgr had to take a look at it. Bottom line it will cost $1600 to repaint and Honda will contribute $500 toward that. They have all the excuses acid rain, sun etc but not their problem. This is a dark green car and now I am seeing a lot of them with this same problem. I asked Honda how significant a problem this is and was informed they don't keep any statistics on paint. Not a safety issue so who cares. Any recommendations? Car runs great but it is an embarassment to drive. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 16, 2008 7:45 am) bigfur (Nov 17, 2008 3:36 pm) jipster (Nov 24, 2008 6:39 pm)
#943 of 1025 Re: 1999 Honda Accord Paint peeling [korniemd] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Nov 16, 2008 (7:45 am)
Replying to: korniemd (Nov 15, 2008 7:03 pm) I'd take their offer for sure. And soon. Replies to this message: bigfur (Nov 17, 2008 3:36 pm)
#944 of 1025 Re: 1999 Honda Accord Paint peeling [Mr_Shiftright] by bigfur Nov 17, 2008 (3:36 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 16, 2008 7:45 am) DO IT!!! Dont think twice, take the money and repaint. Many cars over the years especially from GM and Ford have had this issue of clear coat de lamination. Of course the American companies said oh well its out of warranty your SOL. This is actually a common problem and it has very little to do with the environment.
#945 of 1025 Re: 1999 Honda Accord Paint peeling [korniemd] by jipster Nov 24, 2008 (6:39 pm)
Replying to: korniemd (Nov 15, 2008 7:03 pm) Your car is 10 years old, wanting Honda to pay for a new paint job is a bit unrealistic. A new paint job for $1,100 sounds like a bargain.
#946 of 1025 Headlight Polish by oldfarmer50 Jan 04, 2009 (2:30 pm)
I just finished polishing up my 12 year old headlights with one of those kits they sell in Pep Boys. I'm pretty pleased with the results but I have heard that after you have at those plastic lenses with all that sandpaper and polish you remove the UV resistant coating. The story goes that over the next few years the plastic will start to yellow from the sun's UV rays.   Is this true, and if so is there anything I can apply to stop the lenses from turning yellow? Replies to this message: jipster (Jan 04, 2009 5:31 pm) oldfarmer50 (Jan 06, 2009 9:05 am) jipster (Jan 06, 2009 12:26 pm) and 3 more... obyone (Jan 06, 2009 10:42 am)

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