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I have a 3 inch long crack in the paint of 2003 Yukon probably due to hitting the edge of the door. Is there anything to prevent the crack ultimately chipping off (which will require the whole door painted). Will paint sealant forestall the inevitable?
You are fighting an uphill battle here, but with the galvonized steel underneath the paint, I forsee it taking a couple years or so before you really notice any paint degredation leading to chipping off of the finish, I would leave it be, and keep tha area waxed. Bill
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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