430 Spider hood problem

[Valentineswax]

The black hood on my spider has feint greyish patches and creases at the sides where it folds, also on top by the ribs. I've tried Renovo - about as much use as tits on a bull for this particular problem.

Any ideas how to cure this? I suspect the problem is that the previous owner or some sales muppet put the hood down while still wet. Ahhhhhhhhh! Didn't notice when I picked up the car, partly because I think it's got worse. Paranoia setting in. Why MUST it rain so much in this benighted country? Maybe chianti would do the trick?

[gilla]

are you sure they're not stains from that wax you're using

[iandc]

try Autoglym hood cleaner and conditioner. worked for me on a Boxter. the cleaner gets rid of the stains (not sure about the creases though) and the conditioner helps waterproof it hence stopping it happening again.

[B16JUS]

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

[neil-f]

When I was looking for my spider found that 360 & F430 spiders all end up like this the hood marks at the points it folds and wears very quickly, even new cars in the showroom have some visable marks!
You will just have to live with it.

[here]

B16JUS said:

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

Does this realy work?

[AngryApples]

B16JUS said:

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

[wax'n lyrical]

neil-f said:

When I was looking for my spider found that 360 & F430 spiders all end up like this the hood marks at the points it folds and wears very quickly, even new cars in the showroom have some visable marks!
You will just have to live with it.

Thanks for this. Just another little pain we must live with in this ocean of tears that is Ferrari ownership. I always knew I should have bought that Lada.

[wax'n lyrical]

gilla said:

are you sure they're not stains from that wax you're using

Very witty. In fact my wax easily comes off just about anything - except paintwork. Have already had my wrist smacked today for inappropriate posting, so won't go on here about the wonders of a certain patron saint of lovers' wax.

[neil-f]

If you look at some early Spiders the material actually has holes in it at these points!!!......

[gilla]

wax'n lyrical said:

gilla said:

are you sure they're not stains from that wax you're using

Very witty. In fact my wax easily comes off just about anything - except paintwork. Have already had my wrist smacked today for inappropriate posting, so won't go on here about the wonders of a certain patron saint of lovers' wax.

glad you liked it, in fact i had a good look on your website... hence the response

[wax'n lyrical]

neil-f said:

If you look at some early Spiders the material actually has holes in it at these points!!!......

Wonderful! That's something I'll look forward to...

[wax'n lyrical]

gilla said:

wax'n lyrical said:

gilla said:

are you sure they're not stains from that wax you're using

Very witty. In fact my wax easily comes off just about anything - except paintwork. Have already had my wrist smacked today for inappropriate posting, so won't go on here about the wonders of a certain patron saint of lovers' wax.

glad you liked it, in fact i had a good look on your website... hence the response

Thanks for that. I thought that might be the case. Have you tried the wax yet? If so, I'd be very keen to get your feedback. Also, as a Pistonhead, you're entitled to 15% off. Just put PHDS9 in the discount code box on the site. Then tell ALL your friends how wonderful it is.

[gilla]

unfortunately i'm not going to be cleaning any cars for the next month or 2, i've broken my leg!

[B16JUS]

here said:

B16JUS said:

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

Does this realy work?

not seen it on ferrari's but bm's and mercs yes also works for tired old floor mats

just have to be carefull masking and spraying lightly

J

[jas xjr]

B16JUS said:

here said:

B16JUS said:

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

Does this realy work?

not seen it on ferrari's but bm's and mercs yes also works for tired old floor mats

just have to be carefull masking and spraying lightly

J

dont know about hoods but have used this method on a very grubby boot carpet.came up a treat

[B16JUS]

jas xjr said:

B16JUS said:

here said:

B16JUS said:

if non of the cleaners work mask the roof up and a light cover of matt black spray paint all over.

light being the main word

J

Edited by B16JUS on Friday 29th May 11:54

Does this realy work?

not seen it on ferrari's but bm's and mercs yes also works for tired old floor mats

just have to be carefull masking and spraying lightly

J

dont know about hoods but have used this method on a very grubby boot carpet.came up a treat

yep boot carpets too, its a trick of the trade most dealers do this makes the mats look new and nicer.

J

[isuk]

You might be better advised to try this dye as opposed to paint. It's suitable for carpets and synthetic fabrics http://www.monzacarcare.com/products/?category_id=...

[logie1980]

a black carpet dye is the way to go, works a treat. Not done it to an f but have done on a 911. and give it 2 coats to get it even

[wax'n lyrical]

gilla said:

unfortunately i'm not going to be cleaning any cars for the next month or 2, i've broken my leg!

Sorry to hear that. However, if you were a dedicated detailer - which I'm definately not - you could probably rig up a wheelchair with a tray for all the stuff you need. Could even strap a power hose to the arm and make like a water cannon. Useful also if there's a riot in the neighbourhood. I really must stop taking those pills...