Recent content by Matt92

Appreciate your input and the link to that thread. I've read elsewhere that applying clear coat to a repaired paint chip can actually highlight the damaged area more. I've read a lot of posts saying that the clear coat often is shinier than the rest of the factory applied clear... making the...

It's on the leading edge (door hinge side), not the trailing edge. Also, I'm not a fan of door protectors. I'd rather have a clean/factory painted look.

I bought a used 2019 Ram and noticed after the fact that it had a paint chip right on the door edge. It's about an inch long and is definitely down to the bare metal. I've seen all kinds of techniques online from using bondo to simply applying Dr. ColorChip on top. I think I'm leaning towards...

Thanks guys, I think you're right. And I was inclined to do the same. It's already messed up so it's worth a shot trying to fix it I'll post results once the touch-up paint comes in. Thanks!

My mom took the pictures and sent them to me, so it's hard to tell, but I appreciate any advice! I'm not accustomed to fixing repairs of this size when it comes to paint, thanks!

Anyone have any advice? I think this is too large for Dr. colorchip. It appears as though it's down to the bare metal. Is it worth trying to fix myself or should we send it to an auto shop?

I was hoping to do it myself. I'm pretty skilled when it comes to carpentry and welding and what not. I just settled on a house, so money is kind of tight right now. I don't mind if the area doesn't match 100%. I mostly just want to sand/grind down the area so it's smooth and get rid of the...

I need some advice on what you guys think would be the best course of action for trying to repair my rims. I curbed them on my way out of the parking garage at work. I feel like an idiot! I've driven out of there hundreds of times, but for some reason today I wasn't paying attention and took the...

Looks awesome! That metal flake really pops, well done!

My dad's Civic.... can you find it? And my Accord Coupe after we cleared off the driveway (although it became snow covered again in a matter of moments).... you can see how high up the snow was 2.5 feet of snow and 3.5 foot snow drifts

Sorry to bring up an old thread, but I just bought this stuff and have yet to use it. It's been pretty cold here lately and raining, so the car hasn't been washed in about a week. Has anyone used this without washing the exhaust tips first? I figured this would be a bad idea (similar to...

UPDATE: Went to the dealer and the sales rep who attended to me didn't see the issue and even when I showed him the pictures I posted here he wasn't buying it. He then drove the car out into direct sunlight and I spoke with him and a tech and the tech is the one who admitted he saw a...

UPDATE: So I just got home and based on the various advice from others and from the legend that is Mike Phillips (honored he responded to my thread), I decided to go super conservative with the wheel. Since everyone here at AG loves pictures and documentation, I figured I'd make a mini summary...

Just to follow up on this. Currently on the phone with Brian and he notified me that AG was backed up due to the holidays (which I thought might be the case). Order is being shipped out today. Thanks to the folks at AG for being so friendly and responsive!

Thanks Mike! I appreciate the thoughtful response and all the time you took to research this! I definitely tried the DriveAccord route, but figured some of the detailers here might have some more ideas. I tried more Pinnacle Cleaner/Conditioner last night and it didn't seem to get rid of the...