Kerm

[Kerm]

I sure like the deep shine on my red convert after a few years of applications of NXT Generation deep gloss. Only one question. How do I remove it in spots to repair rock chips. I know paint will not stick to the Polimers.
Any information will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Kerm

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Kerm

This can be kind of difficult because in most cases rock chips are small, thus it's hard for you and me to find a tool that will get into the rock chip to agitate the surface in an attempt to remove any built-up wax type products.

Most people will wipe a rock chip area down with some Isopropyl Alcohol and if possible agitate it with a cotton swab like a Q-Tip, again it's hard to find a tool that is small enough to fit into a rock chip, distribute a chemical and agitate the surface.

For the most part however, if you wipe the area down as best as you can, the solvent in the touch-up paint will help to enable the paint components in the touch-up paint to adhere to the underlying surface, whether that be primer or bare metal.

Mineral spirits can also be used, be sure to test any cleaning/stripping chemical in an inconspicuous area first before applying it smack dab in the middle of your hood. (Common sense)

Good luck and how about a before and after picture?

[MaximusZTS]

Re: Kerm

3M makes a fiberglass pen that you use to prep the surface for a rock chip. they sell them at wal-mart for a few dollars. that pen will remove and waxes in the chip.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Kerm

3M makes a fiberglass pen that you use to prep the surface for a rock chip. they sell them at wal-mart for a few dollars. that pen will remove and waxes in the chip.

Have you used one?

[jfelbab]

Re: Kerm

How about some Dupont Prepsol with a small soft bristle brush? Let it sit for a couple minutes and wipe dry with an absorbent cotton towel.