Chipping

Description:
Small chips of a finish losing adhesion from the substrate - usually caused by impact of stones or hard objects against the vehicle's finish. While the refinisher has no control over local road conditions - and thus cannot prevent such occurrences - he can take steps to minimize their effect if he knows beforehand that these conditions will exist.

Origin and Potential Causes:
Stones and other hard objects hitting vehicle finish under high speed.
 

Prevention Techniques:
In recommending an appropriate system, ask customer if the car is frequently exposed to potential chipping hazards.Use a flexibilized Primer Surfacer within the refinishing system.Activated basecoat improves chip resistance.

 

Remedy:
Repair area affected by chipping with a flexible system. Areas to pay special attention to: front of hood, leading edge of roof, lower side areas(rocker panels) and around wheel openings.

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