removing train brake dust?
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removing train brake dust?
My ride has a considerable amout of train brake dust on the hood and the roof. I've tried clay and LIGHT hand compound but it isn' t doing anything. I am trying not to break out my buffer on it. Do yall know of any other options?
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I heard of some real problems in the past with new vehicles that got train dust embedded in the paint during transport and eventually ruining the paint job. Sorry I don't know of any remedies, hope you get it worked out.
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I had a buddy of mine with a vette whom had the same problem. He took it to a body shop had the whole thing wet sanded and buffed (under insurance) and it came back. I know he ended up getting it fixed somewhere; I will ask him and get back to you.
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The acid softens the metal, which can then be removed with a rag, then neutralized. The best way I have seen to test for rail dust and other paint impurities is to remove the plastic from a pack of cigs, put 3 fingers into the plastic and run it over the entire car (horizontal surfaces should be the worst). When it feels smooth running the plastic over the paint, you're ready for the next step.