Pin Point Rust Colored Spots

[nick3941sd]

I washed my truck today (09 Silverado White) and noticed little spots here and there that were very small and the color of rust. But if i scratch it and rub it i can get them out...

 

On my last vehicle (08 Lancer) which was also white i noticed the same thing. I took it to the dealer wondering if the body of my new vehicle was begining to rust already. The said it wasnt it and what the spots are, are all the particles in the air sticking to the vehicle and some have a trace of metal (or something corrosive) in it and turns to a rust color. And he said the way to get rid of them is by getting a hard compound wax and waxing the vehicle and that will rub out the spots.

 

Like I said they rub out pretty easily for the most part but i was just wondering if anyone else have even noticed these spots on there vehicle, if the dealers explination was right and any other advide on getting rid of or preventing them.

 

 

Thanks

[dlewis1111]

I washed my truck today (09 Silverado White) and noticed little spots here and there that were very small and the color of rust. But if i scratch it and rub it i can get them out...

 

On my last vehicle (08 Lancer) which was also white i noticed the same thing. I took it to the dealer wondering if the body of my new vehicle was begining to rust already. The said it wasnt it and what the spots are, are all the particles in the air sticking to the vehicle and some have a trace of metal (or something corrosive) in it and turns to a rust color. And he said the way to get rid of them is by getting a hard compound wax and waxing the vehicle and that will rub out the spots.

 

Like I said they rub out pretty easily for the most part but i was just wondering if anyone else have even noticed these spots on there vehicle, if the dealers explination was right and any other advide on getting rid of or preventing them.

 

 

Thanks

 

Mine has them too and a good bug removal sponge gets them off. I just think it's road grime / tar that has built up. A USED dryer sheet also works pretty good.

[nick3941sd]

I washed my truck today (09 Silverado White) and noticed little spots here and there that were very small and the color of rust. But if i scratch it and rub it i can get them out...

 

On my last vehicle (08 Lancer) which was also white i noticed the same thing. I took it to the dealer wondering if the body of my new vehicle was begining to rust already. The said it wasnt it and what the spots are, are all the particles in the air sticking to the vehicle and some have a trace of metal (or something corrosive) in it and turns to a rust color. And he said the way to get rid of them is by getting a hard compound wax and waxing the vehicle and that will rub out the spots.

 

Like I said they rub out pretty easily for the most part but i was just wondering if anyone else have even noticed these spots on there vehicle, if the dealers explination was right and any other advide on getting rid of or preventing them.

 

 

Thanks

 

Mine has them too and a good bug removal sponge gets them off. I just think it's road grime / tar that has built up. A USED dryer sheet also works pretty good.

 

 

 

Cool thanks for the tip. They bug the hell out of me lol

[hockeypro1411]

Yep. I've got 'em too. My solution was to stop looking so closely. Lol

[nick3941sd]

Yep. I've got 'em too. My solution was to stop looking so closely. Lol

 

 

hahaha that works to. if i dont see em there not there

[Raymond Lowe]

I washed my truck today (09 Silverado White) and noticed little spots here and there that were very small and the color of rust. But if i scratch it and rub it i can get them out...

 

On my last vehicle (08 Lancer) which was also white i noticed the same thing. I took it to the dealer wondering if the body of my new vehicle was begining to rust already. The said it wasnt it and what the spots are, are all the particles in the air sticking to the vehicle and some have a trace of metal (or something corrosive) in it and turns to a rust color. And he said the way to get rid of them is by getting a hard compound wax and waxing the vehicle and that will rub out the spots.

 

Like I said they rub out pretty easily for the most part but i was just wondering if anyone else have even noticed these spots on there vehicle, if the dealers explination was right and any other advide on getting rid of or preventing them.

 

 

Thanks

 

Pretty common. White paint really shows these off. Clay bar the truck every spring and they'll be history. Don't be afraid to clay bar. With the lubricant (mild soap solution in a spray bottle), it's not that taxing on the muscles and doesn't take that long. Then apply some sort of polish. I've had excellent results with Zaino AIO.

[csheatz]

+1 for the claybar, you will be amazed at what comes off a car/truck you think is clean.

[nqabigt]

+100 for the clay bar!

Stop rubbing

[jf781]

Had a white grand prix that had never been waxed when I got it and had 100s of these little specs you mention. Remedy - 12 pack, clay bar, usual wash and wax and then burgers. Car was happy and so was I.

[pchrist]

if you are under 12000 miles you can take it to the dealership and they will do it for you! I did that. They call it rail dust.

 

Under warranty too only get one time on it though

[MS3DALE]

if you are under 12000 miles you can take it to the dealership and they will do it for you! I did that. They call it rail dust.

 

Under warranty too only get one time on it though

 

Subject: Bumps or Rust Colored Spots in Paint Due to Rail or Iron Dust (Remove Rail Dust)

 

 

Models: 1994-2010 GM Passenger Cars and Trucks (Including Saturn)

 

2003-2010 HUMMER H2

 

2006-2010 HUMMER H3

 

2005-2009 Saab 9-7X

 

Condition:

Visible rust colored spots or bumps on a vehicle's paint surface from rail or iron dust.

 

Cause:

Rail dust comes from tiny iron particles produced from the friction between train wheels and the tracks and gets deposited on the vehicle surfaces. Iron dust can get deposited on the surface if the vehicle is stored near any operation producing iron dust such as an iron ore yard. Either material can lay on top of , or become embedded in , the paint surface.

 

Correction:

Because the severity of the condition varies, proper diagnosis of the damage is critical to the success of repairs. Diagnosis should be performed on horizontal surfaces (hood, roof, deck lid, pick up box, etc.) after the vehicle has been properly cleaned. There are two types of repair materials recommended to repair rail dust or iron dust:

 

GEL TYPE OXALIC ACID:

- Has the characteristics of the liquid type oxalic acid but stays where you put it because of its gel consistency.

 

CLAY TYPE NON-ACID BASED:

- Requires surface lubricant during use.

 

- Has different grades available.

 

Caution: Rail dust remover (Oxalic Acid) is an acidic substance containing chemicals that will break down the iron particles embedded in the finish. When working with rail dust remover, use the necessary safety equipment, including gloves and goggles. Follow the chemical manufacturer's directions closely because it may require special handling and disposal.

 

If, upon inspection, some particles are still present, the various chemical manufacturer's processes can be repeated.

 

After the removal process, small pits may remain in the clearcoat and can be corrected, in most cases, with a finesse/polish operation.

 

Procedure

Move the vehicle to a cool shaded area and make sure that the vehicle surfaces are cool during the removal process. DO NOT PERFORM THE REMOVAL PROCESS IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR ON A VEHICLE WITH HOT OR WARM BODY PANELS.

Wash the vehicle with soap and water. Dry it immediately and clean the affected areas with a wax and grease remover.

Perform the removal process according to the chemical manufacturer's directions.

Once the damage has been repaired, the final step involves a polishing process.

 

Rail Dust Remover Manufacturers

Use the chemical manufacturers listed below, or equivalent:

 

Auto Magic® or Clay Magic® products available from:

Auto Wax Company, Inc.

1275 Round Table Dr.

Dallas, TX 75247

(800) 826-0828 (Toll-Free) or (214) 631-4000 (Local)

Fax (214) 634-1342

www.automagic.com

[email protected]

 

E038 Fallout Gel or E038E Liquid Fallout Remover II available from:

Valvoline Car Brite Company

1910 South State Avenue

Indianapolis, In 46203

(800) 347-2439 (Toll Free) or (317) 788-9925 (Local)

Fax (317) 788-9930

www.carbrite.com

[email protected]

 

*We believe these sources and their products to be reliable. There may be additional manufacturers of such products. General Motors does not endorse, indicate any preference for or assume any responsibility for the products from these firms or for any such items which may be available from other sources.

 

If rail dust remover is not available in your area, call one of the numbers listed above for a distributor near your location.

[nick3941sd]

if you are under 12000 miles you can take it to the dealership and they will do it for you! I did that. They call it rail dust.

 

Under warranty too only get one time on it though

 

Subject: Bumps or Rust Colored Spots in Paint Due to Rail or Iron Dust (Remove Rail Dust)

 

 

Models: 1994-2010 GM Passenger Cars and Trucks (Including Saturn)

 

2003-2010 HUMMER H2

 

2006-2010 HUMMER H3

 

2005-2009 Saab 9-7X

 

Condition:

Visible rust colored spots or bumps on a vehicle's paint surface from rail or iron dust.

 

Cause:

Rail dust comes from tiny iron particles produced from the friction between train wheels and the tracks and gets deposited on the vehicle surfaces. Iron dust can get deposited on the surface if the vehicle is stored near any operation producing iron dust such as an iron ore yard. Either material can lay on top of , or become embedded in , the paint surface.

 

Correction:

Because the severity of the condition varies, proper diagnosis of the damage is critical to the success of repairs. Diagnosis should be performed on horizontal surfaces (hood, roof, deck lid, pick up box, etc.) after the vehicle has been properly cleaned. There are two types of repair materials recommended to repair rail dust or iron dust:

 

GEL TYPE OXALIC ACID:

- Has the characteristics of the liquid type oxalic acid but stays where you put it because of its gel consistency.

 

CLAY TYPE NON-ACID BASED:

- Requires surface lubricant during use.

 

- Has different grades available.

 

Caution: Rail dust remover (Oxalic Acid) is an acidic substance containing chemicals that will break down the iron particles embedded in the finish. When working with rail dust remover, use the necessary safety equipment, including gloves and goggles. Follow the chemical manufacturer's directions closely because it may require special handling and disposal.

 

If, upon inspection, some particles are still present, the various chemical manufacturer's processes can be repeated.

 

After the removal process, small pits may remain in the clearcoat and can be corrected, in most cases, with a finesse/polish operation.

 

Procedure

Move the vehicle to a cool shaded area and make sure that the vehicle surfaces are cool during the removal process. DO NOT PERFORM THE REMOVAL PROCESS IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR ON A VEHICLE WITH HOT OR WARM BODY PANELS.

Wash the vehicle with soap and water. Dry it immediately and clean the affected areas with a wax and grease remover.

Perform the removal process according to the chemical manufacturer's directions.

Once the damage has been repaired, the final step involves a polishing process.

 

Rail Dust Remover Manufacturers

Use the chemical manufacturers listed below, or equivalent:

 

Auto Magic® or Clay Magic® products available from:

Auto Wax Company, Inc.

1275 Round Table Dr.

Dallas, TX 75247

(800) 826-0828 (Toll-Free) or (214) 631-4000 (Local)

Fax (214) 634-1342

www.automagic.com

[email protected]

 

E038 Fallout Gel or E038E Liquid Fallout Remover II available from:

Valvoline Car Brite Company

1910 South State Avenue

Indianapolis, In 46203

(800) 347-2439 (Toll Free) or (317) 788-9925 (Local)

Fax (317) 788-9930

www.carbrite.com

[email protected]

 

*We believe these sources and their products to be reliable. There may be additional manufacturers of such products. General Motors does not endorse, indicate any preference for or assume any responsibility for the products from these firms or for any such items which may be available from other sources.

 

If rail dust remover is not available in your area, call one of the numbers listed above for a distributor near your location.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Would it be safe to not worry about it till spring and then take care of it? I see it says in there the rail dust can become embedded in the paint surface