Spider Webs in the paint!!!

[mo_dingo]

Well, I decided to tackle my paint problem this weekend. I planned on getting an orbital buffer like THIS one.

There are many swirls in my paint. If I can get those out, I would be extremely happy.

But, the worst part is the hood, and one section above the rear/left tire. There are spider webs in the paint. I CANNOT feel them with my fingernail, as I go across the paint, nor with my fingertips. I wondered if I should even bother with trying to wax those sections, and go straight to wet sanding? Here is a pic.

That is the best shot I could get. I haven't played with the camera enough.

Let me know what you think. Would the above buffer work well? Which compound should I start with?

I already own Meguiar's 3 step "deep crystal" system which consists of
#1 Paint cleaner, #2 polish, and #3 Carnuba Wax. Should I stick with those, and just use the orbital buffer?

I waxed the car by hand before, and used 2 coats each, which took a very long time!!!!
Scott

 

[mo_dingo]

Oh, BTW, are those spyder webs simply oxidation? Or is there another technical term for them?

Well, I got bored (day off), and decided to get the orbital buffer from craftsman. I am going to use what I have, and see what happens. I guess I will work the spider web areas a little harder then the rest of the car, and see what happens.
Scott

 

[mo_dingo]

Well, with Meguiars 3-step system, the spider webs look a little better. But not enough for my satisfaction.

Any tips you guys???? Also, if wetsanding is recommended in this case, please give me some feedback. I know I need some really fine sandpaper, but what grit is recommended. Also, should I use multiple grits in stages???
Scott

 

[mo_dingo]

TTT

Can anyone help me??????
Scott

 

[DMAN302]

Use a wax cleanerm, then use a swirl remover, then maybe a glaze and finish with a wax..could even start with a claybar. I would use only meguires, but that's just me. All you can do at this point is camoflage the scars in the clear, and above products will hide them for a while, but they will reappear latter.

 

[mo_dingo]

TTT

 

[CobraSusie]

Well, with Meguiars 3-step system, the spider webs look a little better. But not enough for my satisfaction.

Any tips you guys???? Also, if wetsanding is recommended in this case, please give me some feedback. I know I need some really fine sandpaper, but what grit is recommended. Also, should I use multiple grits in stages???
Scott

Ok (painter here)
This I have seen on alot of Fords (I think it is something that got on and screwed up the paint)

I had a 1996 GT I bought with it on the car, and the Explorer I have right now (has it as well)

If you choose to wet sand, becareful not to go throught the clear coat,

1. start out with 2000 grit wet sand paper
2. wet sand with soapy water
3. try not to get any dirt into the water

It may come out, chances are it is only in the clearcoat, but it may be deeper
let us know what happens

Let me know if you need anymore advice

 

[WhiteDevil69]

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[mo_dingo]

Ok (painter here)
This I have seen on alot of Fords (I think it is something that got on and screwed up the paint)

I had a 1996 GT I bought with it on the car, and the Explorer I have right now (has it as well)

If you choose to wet sand, becareful not to go throught the clear coat,

1. start out with 2000 grit wet sand paper
2. wet sand with soapy water
3. try not to get any dirt into the water

It may come out, chances are it is only in the clearcoat, but it may be deeper
let us know what happens

Let me know if you need anymore advice

Well, glad to hear someone that knows what they are talking about. I made a thread on this on www.autopia.com , and they kept saying that my clearcoat was screwed, and my only resolve was to repaint the hood.

I will try a more agressive wax, and see what happens. If it doesn't help at all, then I will just resort to wet sanding.

Should I get a block, and attach the sandpaper to it, or should I do it with just the paper?

Thanks for the advice!
Scott