Drip Line out of Gas Hinge Panel
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Lexus Champion
Originally Posted by SGT
Do you open the gas door and dry it all out?
#17
Originally Posted by INHOCJP
Yes, as a matter of fact, when I'm using my Toro blower to get the water off the GS, I specifically address this area. Fact is that water will continue to leak from the small drainage hole.
#18
Ok, I've started to roll up paper towls into sharp points and sticking it in the hole and leaving it to "suck up" all the water. But the gas part.... still doing the jimmie while pulling out ordeal...
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Okay guys/ladies, I think I finally got this problem under control. First, i cleaned the paint under the gas panel using P21S Cleaning Lotion. Then, using Maguiars Deep Crystal System polish, I polished the area under the gas panel. It took about 10 separate tough polishings to nearly eliminate the gas stain. It's still there, but barely noticible and much better than before. With the black paint, I doubt I can remove it entirely. After this, I applied two coats of wax, first Meguiars NXT Generation Tech Wax, followed by P21S Carnuba. Every time I wash the car now, which is about every 1-2 weeks, I thoroughly dry the gas panel on the inside (absolutely critical step), including the drip hole. Additionally, I apply another coat of wax below the gas panel/drip hole. Every 4 weeks I repeat the process entirely (wash, cleaning lotion, polish, double wax). I have found this method to be effective as the stain has not returned. It is a pain, but the car is worth it. Hope this helps!
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Okay guys/ladies, I think I finally got this problem under control. First, i cleaned the paint under the gas panel using P21S Cleaning Lotion. Then, using Maguiars Deep Crystal System polish, I polished the area under the gas panel. It took about 10 separate tough polishings to nearly eliminate the gas stain. It's still there, but barely noticible and much better than before. With the black paint, I doubt I can remove it entirely. After this, I applied two coats of wax, first Meguiars NXT Generation Tech Wax, followed by P21S Carnuba. Every time I wash the car now, which is about every 1-2 weeks, I thoroughly dry the gas panel on the inside (absolutely critical step), including the drip hole. Additionally, I apply another coat of wax below the gas panel/drip hole. Every 4 weeks I repeat the process entirely (wash, cleaning lotion, polish, double wax). I have found this method to be effective as the stain has not returned. It is a pain, but the car is worth it. Hope this helps!
1. Wash (Meguiars Gold Class)
2. Applied Meguiars Fine Cut Cleaner to remove stain
3. Applied Meguiars Wax to protect
But this worked easier:
1. Wash (Meguiars Gold Class)
2. Applied Klasse (Red) to remove and protect
Klasse is a synthetic formula that is a little pricey but it is highly spoken of among auto enthusiasts who detail their own vehicle. Residential/Commercial auto detailers won't use it because it's too expensive. There's also a Klasse (silver) which is great to apply over the red.
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