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asav9894
08-03-2012, 01:27 AM
Got a red 1994 F150. The guy who I got it from didn't really take care of it so the paint is kinda faded. Is there any way I can restore it a little bit? I'm not talking showroom shiny. But I'd like it to look a bit more presentable. Ideas?

BFEB
08-03-2012, 08:08 AM
Meguiars has a paint restoration kit out with a lot of good products in the box. If I remember correctly it was like $30-$35 and came with stuff to clay bar, the ultimate compound to get rid of swirls, and a microfiber to wipe it all down.

Raptor05121
08-03-2012, 10:46 AM
A clay bar will do wonders.

Lou
08-04-2012, 05:26 AM
If its just a build up of crud over time and you don't have fine scratches to take out--a real cheap and easy fix is Surf City Garage's Beyond Clay--can get at Walmart. My 89 Ranger was very dull--used this on it once and it shines bright. This product will fill in small scratches but come out of the scratches after a few rains/washes, but the paint will stay nice and shiny on and on. The transformation from crud build up dullness to shine is absolutely amazing : )

asav9894
08-06-2012, 01:03 AM
Thanks y'all! I'll be sure to pick up some of these products!

truckinal
09-03-2012, 06:16 AM
My 93 F-150 was that well known red when I got it . You know the red i'm talking about. it was dual and faded as all get out . I spent the better part of a day using that cheap cleaner wax called Nu Finish . You can get it at most discount and auto parts stores about 5 bucks a bottle if that . When I was done it looked like a paint job . I took it to work the next day and they thought I painted it over the weekend

pfcsabre1030
03-23-2013, 09:57 PM
Like this kinda faded?

lee reece
03-26-2013, 08:09 PM
Use a compound wax , turtle wax is an inexpensive brand . Will do you a fabulous job !! Real good to give a good polishing! Look good!

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RhinoZ24
03-26-2013, 09:00 PM
Agreed, Turtle Wax cleaner wax with Carnauba wax will work wonders for that.

BFEB
03-27-2013, 05:47 AM
That unit needs a buffer and some cutting compound before the wax will do much good, but she could shine again with the right amount of effort.

RhinoZ24
03-27-2013, 07:24 AM
^with a LOT of effort lol

BFEB
03-27-2013, 08:23 AM
A little elbow grease never killed anyone lol

RhinoZ24
03-27-2013, 05:19 PM
I know who it did kill, but I won't get into that lol.

BFEB
03-27-2013, 05:42 PM
Lol

lee reece
03-27-2013, 08:29 PM
It is always worth the effort when you see the results!!

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RhinoZ24
03-27-2013, 08:47 PM
Agreed

BFEB
03-28-2013, 05:51 AM
Good point