Recent content by Mike conowingo

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    Black paint and melted bugs

    So finally I have been able to remove all etching of bug I used the meg's uc with da using megs Xtra cut disc microfiber. Took a couple of passes. But achieved what I wanted. Now I have to wax hood again.for that I'm using bf black ice.
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    Black paint and melted bugs

    On the hood of my truck had a caterpillar melted on it yesterday so I washed off last night still something there. This is what I've done so far this morning. Clay bar and wash hood again. Then it used Meguiars 205 still there. Then it went with megs ultimate compound. No difference. Not sure...
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    cleaning glass and windshield on a truck

    Thanks for all the reply. The truck is not big foot lol. I have a back issue and have poor balance and flexibility so just looking and seeing what others are doing and using. Thanks Mike
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    cleaning glass and windshield on a truck

    I am wondering how to do a windshield for a truck. I use a ladder however I fall a little short of center. Wondering what other do to reach the center of a windshield on trucks? Also wonder about product which is good there is also tinted windows if that makes a difference. I've been using sto...
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    wax for black paint

    Best wax for black paint. BLACKFIRE BlackICE Hybrid Montan Sealant Wax also meguiars black wax and chemical guys. Anyone use any of these products or others I haven't mentioned ? Any recommendations? I'll be applying by hand if that makes a difference. Thanks for any and all help Mike
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    dealer hurt my black paint

    I did get a hold of the dealer today and he said to bring it in and they will take care of it. Now the pinstripe I believe they can handle. The scratches I worry they will only make worse. Some are very light and one is pretty bad. I did look at the truck in direct sunlight, that's how I...
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    dealer hurt my black paint

    So I got my new black truck from dealer. They put on zurich shield free from dealer. He stated they had to clay bar truck. Looking at the truck and scratched on both rear corner panels also sealed in something in rear passenger doors, feels like tiny bumps on my fingers. I am not sure if it is...
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    new member

    Thank you everyone for the replies and welcome. trekkeruss I looked at the link you suggested and really appreciate that. There us a wealth of information.. lots of reading. Hazcat I am looking into the trip fold hard covers. However seeing a picture online and the real thing in front of me...
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    new member

    Hi all new member from Maryland. I own a 2015 chevy 1500 silverado crewcab. Paint is black and so is interior. I purchased weathertec floor mats. Soon to do spray in bed liner and tonneau cover well when I decided which one I want.. I am here to learn how to take care of my truck. Maintain paint...
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