Auto body repair & detailing/rust/discoloration

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Expert: William Forster - 4/14/2007


Question
Just bought a 1990 Pathfinder and would like to know of any way to fix discoloration from what looks like rust running down the paint. Nothing fancy maybe just to get it somewhat black again. I know there are a lot of questions similar to this but i would very much appreciate any information you would be able to offer.

Answer
Try rubbing compound, then follow up with cleaner wax. This will be a temporary fix, though. The rust is the problem, not the staining. Being a 1990 Nissan, I highly suspect that the panels in question are starting to rust through from the back side, and what you are seeing is a product of that. The bleding just doesn't appear out of thin air, it's
coming from somewhere. Bill  

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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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