Mine's a 1978 model... so, it's not quite apples to apples on the paint.

I believe that a 1995 model will have dual-stage paint (I think -- you're on the cusp of when they went to modern two-stage verus the old high-pigment single stage).

Before I recommend a course of action, do this for me... take the Z-Fusion that you have, apply a tiny dab to a towel and rub a spot. See any color? If so, it's single stage -- if not, it's likely clearcoated. Now, you mentioned it's been sprayed in a place or two -- were those spots shot dual-stage or single? Try that test there too...

Once you're there, let's chat. There are some products that will work better on SS versus modern paint. While Color-X is a GREAT choice on single stage, I haven't had a plethora of luck with it on more modern finishes (although, it can be used there -- and yes, it is a pretty new product (probably 2004, maybe?)).

Let us know...

 

Thanks. I am just reading this at 11:00 pm, but I had to go out and confirm. I used some old Megs Body Scrub that I have and I did not get any color from the old or the new paint. I hope this helps, and by the way, thanks.

I know it's not detailing, but so far today we have (my wife and I) replaced the passeger side window motor, the rear window motor and stripped off the front drivers and passenger windows of old tint. Man I happen to borrow one of those little steamers for cleaning, but the tint guy said use the steam for the windows, and that old tint came off really nice with the help of a razor blade.

I am tired. Tomorrow the top will hopefully come off.

 

Sounds like you had a fun day...

If you weren't seeing any color with Body Scrub, you're almost definitely clear coated. That said... let's proceed as if we're working on a modern, two-stage, painted finish...

Next question...

Looking at the hood picture, it looks like there might be a certain degree of oxidation? Any chance of getting a few more pictures -- say, out in the direct sunlight?

 

Hope these are better. Thanks

 

They are...

Still tough to tell but, it looks VERY dull. How about the oxidation? Do you see a white or milky look to the paint?

 

Not white, but more hazy with a load of water spots. The truck spent half of it's life in Hawaii, then the rest sitting out in Vancouver, WA. It's seen it's share of weather.

However, today we took the top off and it looks good and it's fun. The kids had a blast, but when it's 90+, hot is even hotter in the sun.

Our plan is to get the paint acceptable and replace the carpet. I've tried cleaning it, but I can't get some of the stains completely out, and if you've ever been to Hawaii, well that volcanic dirt is awful as far as staining goes.

Anyhow back to the paint. It is definitely oxidized, but more so hard water stains if I had to guess. I hope that helps, because I am anxious to get at it. Thanks again.

 

Responses in bold.

BTW--Does anybody know how C-X compares to #6? To D151 PCC? Thanks!

 

So Rockpick, what do you recommend?

 

Ahh you forgot about me. Thats okay. Rick at ADS helped me out.

 

Sorry, bud. I kind of fell off the map trying to get a significant proposal out the door for my 'real' job...

Sounds like Rick got you taken care of? He's pretty good at doing that... Hopefully you told him that the folks here at f150online.com said hello!

 

Still haven't tried 151 -- but, I bet it's amazingly similar. Meg's really has set a paradigm here as of late with putting out an A or G-line product and following with a nearly identical product on the M or D line.

Case in point --

UQD & M135
NXT 2.0 and #21 2.0
D151 & Color X
Scratch X & #86 (maybe a stretch...)

Anyway, I'm just seeing it more and more. Since the brush/mitt/towel line didn't do so hot on the consumer market, I'm wondering if they're exploring other possibilities for getting Barry a new 57' Chevy.

-RP-

 

some of that's almost funny...although I think they should change stuff more between the lines...

Good to know though. And yes, I bet Barry is trying to get a new toy... that must be what is up.

That said, do you know if it has original paint, or is it dual stage? If original, it would make what you told me about earlier (labsters working on it in the sun) interesting-- not too many SS jobs around anymore...at least ones that are worth doing...

 

I want to start by saying you guys on here are awesome. I have learned a lot in the week I have been reading through all the posts.