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Adverse2Change

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Are there sure fire signs of paint being heavily oxidized versus the paint just fading? One of the doors on my dad's car is looks pretty faded, and I'm sort of thinking it has something to do with the wax not being completely buffed over the years and the sun baking it. I want to fix this *if* I can over Thanksgiving, so I need some advice on which type of product I should use..... if any. I plan on trying a claybar that I have to see if that helps any.
 

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Has it ever been repainted? Most likely it is oxidization and can be fixed. I would recommend claying the whole vehicle and then using a polish. If you are going to be doing by hand I would use Poorboys SSR1 or the Pro Polish. Then you would top with a wax or sealant. I carry both of these products as well as some pretty awesome waxes and sealants. Check out my website at www.obsessivedetail.com. Let me know if you have any product questions. Thanks!
 

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It's never been repainted. It's a '95 Lumina, so its got some age against it, especially in the climate it is in. Thanks for the tips! I'll let you know if I have any questions, as well as the results come T'giving time.
 

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No problem! You can pm or e-mail me at Juztang@charter.net anytime you have any detailing questions. I will be glad to help!
 
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Megs ScratchX should help if you need something asap and can't wait for shipping.
 

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I think I'm going to try the claybar on the bad areas, and take pictures of the rest. I'll be back down there at Christmas so I can do all the work then. But at least that way I can post some pics just to make sure I buy the appropriate products.
 

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Well I gave it everything I had and no change, so I've conlcuded that the paint has faded. Oh well, they need a new car anyway!
 
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