Splatter stains on rear bumper where the paint and plastic molding meet
10-19-16, 04:34 PM
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Splatter stains on rear bumper where the paint and plastic molding meet
Hi all,
New to the forum and very much enjoying my new 2016 RX, I've had it for about 2 months now and after washing the car 2 days ago, I noticed these splatter stains on the rear lower bumper where the paint meets the plastic molding (same stains on the other side of the bumper). I've tried some Meguiars quick detailer and bug and tar remover and the stains are still there. Anyone have an idea what this is? Or what products you recommend to remove the stains? Thanks in advance!
New to the forum and very much enjoying my new 2016 RX, I've had it for about 2 months now and after washing the car 2 days ago, I noticed these splatter stains on the rear lower bumper where the paint meets the plastic molding (same stains on the other side of the bumper). I've tried some Meguiars quick detailer and bug and tar remover and the stains are still there. Anyone have an idea what this is? Or what products you recommend to remove the stains? Thanks in advance!
10-20-16, 03:40 AM
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I agree with jvm0685. Most likely tire shine and will most likely go away over time.
You can also try a compound followed by polish and then wax. Otherwise, leave it alone.
You can also try a compound followed by polish and then wax. Otherwise, leave it alone.
10-20-16, 09:49 AM
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What you're most likely seeing is the silicone based tire dressing that are used in dealerships and cheap detail shops. Many over the counter tire shines are also silicone based, so stay away from those. They leave a ridiculously shiny looking tire, but it slings everywhere and it stains. This may or may not go away on its own. As you've found out, it will not simply wash away with a car wash or chemical, which indicates that it has stained the surface (penetrated into the clear coat). You may try using a polish or rubbing compound in those areas to see if you can remove it.
In the future, avoid any sort of silicone based dressings and only use a water based dressing. They will soak into the rubber and will be nearly dry to the touch, so you will have no slinging. If you over apply and some slings off, the water based formula will wipe away easily without issue.
Refer to the following article for tips on proper application as well as which tire dressings I recommend.
How to Avoid Tire Dressing Sling by Zach McGovern
In the future, avoid any sort of silicone based dressings and only use a water based dressing. They will soak into the rubber and will be nearly dry to the touch, so you will have no slinging. If you over apply and some slings off, the water based formula will wipe away easily without issue.
Refer to the following article for tips on proper application as well as which tire dressings I recommend.
How to Avoid Tire Dressing Sling by Zach McGovern
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