AboutWilliam Forster Expertise 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.
Experience 1983-85 vocational school training 1992 PPG certified refinish technician/ 1994-1996 Chevrolet certified Journeyman technician 1997-present ASE certified Master collision repair/refinish technician/estimator. 1998 I-car structural repair certification Past/Present clients Just about every major insurance company in NW Ohio
Question The paint on the hood of our 1095 Land Cruiser has just begin to display two steaks (front to back) of dull finish. I suspect that the clearcoat is beginning to break down. The finish has never been compounded or otherwise detailed. It has been treated with DryWash.
Is it worthwhile to have fresh coat of clearcoat applied by a body shop before the deterioration progresses further?
Answer It's difficult to say what's going on without seeing it in person. It could be just some sort of contaminant on the hood that could easily be bufed off, or the paint on the hood may be in the early stages of chalking. If it's chalking, I suggest removal of the entire paint film. You know what? Drop by a local body shop and see what they think. I don't really know land rovers, but I'm skeptical that the paint is in good order. I hate being the sole bearer of bad news, but I don't really think I have good news for you. It's doubtful a new coat of clear is all it needs- paint isn't meant to be applied like that. Paint as old as yours will at minimum need thoughorally sanded with 600 or 1000 grit, then base coated and cleared- but there are surely bug and stone chips that will need fixed. Good luck to you, let me know what happens. bill
