Bird Droppings Problem - DetailCity.org

05SilverTRD · 08-28-2005, 01:33 AM

I have a spot on my hood where bird droppings have etched the paint. I am not sure how long it was on there, I just noticed it when I backed the car out today. I don't usually drive the car during the week. My question is, what are my options. I tried Klasse AIO and Meguairs Scratch X with no relief. I am able to feel the etching with my finger. I don't have a PC, but might consider buying one if that would help me. I am thinking that I am going to have to step to at least SSR 2.5 or 3. Any advice would be appreciated.

doublel · 08-28-2005, 09:45 AM

Hi,

I feel your pain. I have a black metallic S60 and when birds strike it almost always etches if I don't get it off right away. I suspect you will really need the PC. I've had really good success with SSR 2.5 an aggressive pad (yellow) and several passes may be needed at high speed, either 5 or 6. I do have SSR3 but never had to break it out if I'm persistent and patient with 2.5. Of course you'll have to follow up with your sealant or LSP after polishing.

If you don't have a PC this is a good opportunity to justify the expense. However this combination won't guarantee successful complete removal on the toughest stains but it is a smart next step to try and your new tool will be useful in many other ways too.

JaredPointer · 08-28-2005, 10:26 AM

Since you have already tried a good chemical cleaner and a somewhat abrasive (by hand) polish, I think the next step would be some sort of machine polishing. Hopefully it hasn't etched the paint too deep. Sometimes etching can get to a point beyond repair and the only options are to live with the etching or have the panel repainted.

05SilverTRD · 08-29-2005, 12:56 AM

I think I might hae to go with this. I am going to do everything I can to not have to re-paint. They never do as good of a job. Besides, this is a great excuse to get PC and some Poorboys.

05SilverTRD · 08-29-2005, 12:50 PM

I am going to go with the PC. What pads should I get. I am going to get the Poorboys line of polishes. I don't want to hurt the paint, but the mark is pretty bad. Any suggestions o combinations you have used that produced good results would be appreciated. Also, if I buy the PC, are there any other things I should get along with it that I will need? Thanks.

The Chee · 08-29-2005, 12:59 PM

I had a few bird droppings etched onto the roof of my car, I had it removed by ssr2.5 followed by ssr2 using cotton towel

05SilverTRD · 08-29-2005, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Chee

I had a few bird droppings etched onto the roof of my car, I had it removed by ssr2.5 followed by ssr2 using cotton towel

So, you didn't have to use a PC to get rid of them? If you had luck this way, I might try it and then step up to the PC if I need to.

DId you try anything else to remove them and have no luck like me?

The Chee · 08-29-2005, 01:35 PM

I tried AIO, Pro Polish, SSR1 as well as Adam's Revive - no luck .
Used SSR 2.5 , I had to do a few passes , don't be alarm with the slight hazing, SSR took care of it ( I'm not sure if SSR 1 would have done the job, any comment?)

.. If it's just a spot on the hood, it would be overkill to bring out the big gun (PC) :detective

05SilverTRD · 08-29-2005, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Chee

I tried AIO, Pro Polish, SSR1 as well as Adam's Revive - no luck .
Used SSR 2.5 , I had to do a few passes , don't be alarm with the slight hazing, SSR took care of it ( I'm not sure if SSR 1 would have done the job, any comment?)

.. If it's just a spot on the hood, it would be overkill to bring out the big gun (PC) :detective

So you did do it by hand. I am thinking that I might get the polish first and try it. If it does not work then get the PC. I have a birthday coming up and I believe I could justify the exspense.

The Chee · 08-29-2005, 01:48 PM

I don't have a PC but a Makita9227...I'm really afraid of using it on my bimmer

, so I had to resort to old elbow grease .I was working out of town so my car was with my mum, not sure how long the bird poo was left there...when I washed the car I noticed the bad etching..pretty pissed off (with the bird not my mum haha).. Wish I was in the States, I would have sent you some SSR2.5.

ps: You 'may' be able to get rid of the hazing by scratchX . The PC may also be a good investment from what I've read

08-28-2005, 01:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
05SilverTRD Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: S.California Posts: 294	Bird Droppings Problem I have a spot on my hood where bird droppings have etched the paint. I am not sure how long it was on there, I just noticed it when I backed the car out today. I don't usually drive the car during the week. My question is, what are my options. I tried Klasse AIO and Meguairs Scratch X with no relief. I am able to feel the etching with my finger. I don't have a PC, but might consider buying one if that would help me. I am thinking that I am going to have to step to at least SSR 2.5 or 3. Any advice would be appreciated. __________________ 05 Grey Volvo S60 05 Silver Toyota Tacoma Prerunner (TRD Sport Package)

08-28-2005, 09:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
doublel I'd Buff It Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Kempton PA Posts: 117	Re: Bird Droppings Problem Hi, I feel your pain. I have a black metallic S60 and when birds strike it almost always etches if I don't get it off right away. I suspect you will really need the PC. I've had really good success with SSR 2.5 an aggressive pad (yellow) and several passes may be needed at high speed, either 5 or 6. I do have SSR3 but never had to break it out if I'm persistent and patient with 2.5. Of course you'll have to follow up with your sealant or LSP after polishing. If you don't have a PC this is a good opportunity to justify the expense. However this combination won't guarantee successful complete removal on the toughest stains but it is a smart next step to try and your new tool will be useful in many other ways too.

08-28-2005, 10:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
JaredPointer That lemon sure was sour Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 4,046	Re: Bird Droppings Problem Since you have already tried a good chemical cleaner and a somewhat abrasive (by hand) polish, I think the next step would be some sort of machine polishing. Hopefully it hasn't etched the paint too deep. Sometimes etching can get to a point beyond repair and the only options are to live with the etching or have the panel repainted. __________________ Professional wrestling is real. It's all those other sports that are rigged.

08-29-2005, 12:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
05SilverTRD Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: S.California Posts: 294	Re: Bird Droppings Problem I think I might hae to go with this. I am going to do everything I can to not have to re-paint. They never do as good of a job. Besides, this is a great excuse to get PC and some Poorboys. __________________ 05 Grey Volvo S60 05 Silver Toyota Tacoma Prerunner (TRD Sport Package)

08-29-2005, 12:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
05SilverTRD Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: S.California Posts: 294	Re: Bird Droppings Problem I am going to go with the PC. What pads should I get. I am going to get the Poorboys line of polishes. I don't want to hurt the paint, but the mark is pretty bad. Any suggestions o combinations you have used that produced good results would be appreciated. Also, if I buy the PC, are there any other things I should get along with it that I will need? Thanks. __________________ 05 Grey Volvo S60 05 Silver Toyota Tacoma Prerunner (TRD Sport Package)

08-29-2005, 12:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
The Chee I'm back YIPEE Refreshed! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: S.E. Asia/Bn Posts: 1,504	Re: Bird Droppings Problem I had a few bird droppings etched onto the roof of my car, I had it removed by ssr2.5 followed by ssr2 using cotton towel __________________ A man has got to recognize his limitations, and then learn how to adapt within those confines. Then go out and conquer.

08-29-2005, 01:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
The Chee I'm back YIPEE Refreshed! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: S.E. Asia/Bn Posts: 1,504	Re: Bird Droppings Problem I tried AIO, Pro Polish, SSR1 as well as Adam's Revive - no luck . Used SSR 2.5 , I had to do a few passes , don't be alarm with the slight hazing, SSR took care of it ( I'm not sure if SSR 1 would have done the job, any comment?) .. If it's just a spot on the hood, it would be overkill to bring out the big gun (PC) :detective __________________ A man has got to recognize his limitations, and then learn how to adapt within those confines. Then go out and conquer.

08-29-2005, 01:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
The Chee I'm back YIPEE Refreshed! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: S.E. Asia/Bn Posts: 1,504	Re: Bird Droppings Problem I don't have a PC but a Makita9227...I'm really afraid of using it on my bimmer , so I had to resort to old elbow grease .I was working out of town so my car was with my mum, not sure how long the bird poo was left there...when I washed the car I noticed the bad etching..pretty pissed off (with the bird not my mum haha).. Wish I was in the States, I would have sent you some SSR2.5. ps: You 'may' be able to get rid of the hazing by scratchX . The PC may also be a good investment from what I've read __________________ A man has got to recognize his limitations, and then learn how to adapt within those confines. Then go out and conquer.

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