OH NO!! ROCK CHIPS on my 2020 Ford Superduty 6.7 | What to DO?!? |

[@JustinLaNoue]

I used this kit on my Oxford White Focus ST. If the chip is deep you can let it dry and give it a couple coats before the clear and it helps level it out. It worked really well.

[@BeckVMH]

An off the shelf fine tip art paint brush would be helpful for those small chips. Edit: And thanks for a clear description and illustration of the uses of each applicator for this paint pen.

[@brandonholland8109]

I cut with scissors multiple short strands of blue painters tape just a little behind the actual edge of the damage I taped behind it very close brushed it let it set for a few and pulled the tape while wet when it dried I did it again retaping each time came out perfect I put on three coats to fill the spot

[@ednye1817]

I did mine last night. Mine is a 2014. Fantastic match. It really surprises me that you had rust start in some of the chips. I live in Ohio and road salt is plentiful. Some of my chips have been there for years and no rust. Good job. Enjoy your ride.

[@edwarddunk2731]

Great video. Just got the same applicator for my cactus grey 2020 Ranger.

[@dglasgow0]

I had a guy put a clear material/wrap on mine soon after I purchased it. I have 2017 CC F350 DRW King Ranch with painted bumper and mirror caps. Can’t remember the specific brand. Cost me around $1100 for all front facing surfaces on hood, grill, lights, bumper, mirror caps, A pillars. Also had the wrap put on vertical door edges, kick plates, lower two tone stripe and inside door handles. Have several places where the material has been impacted but didn’t damage the paint. In hindsight I should have had the leading dually fender faces done also. They come with some protective covering from the the factory but it only covers the lower 8” or so. Well worth it.

[@user-mu5nh8fi6y]

Finally a plus side to having chrome front bumpers :)

[@paulwagner5367]

What does that mean dont understand

[@user-mu5nh8fi6y]

No paint to chip.

[@rbell944]

I’ll trade my 18 chrome bumpers for some ruby red!

[@weekendhomeprojects]

lol, good point, never thought of that.

[@nicokasper8461]

They still get marked from impact

[@doctoroe]

Good demonstration of how it works. All I needed.

[@Itsa_Mea]

Ugh. The neverending rock chip dilemma having painted bumpers. I feel it.

[@Humblescape]

I bought a 2021 f350 6.2 xlt! Iv had it for 3 days and one of my neighbors opened their Corolla door to wide and scratch my paint pretty good. I got the touch up paint (race red). Hopefully it will be out of sight and out of mind. Thanks for vid.

[@ajjohnkay5793]

As I comment, my new F350 is at Monster Auto Lab Langley BC, getting a complete XPEL PPF done. I have used the Ford touch up previously. I don't like touch up paint. It never seems to work that great.

[@eddiemunoz8122]

I think if I ever have to do this again, definitely going to try it with the applicator tapped my big toe, a little bit too hard, lol and bumped into a charging handle at the charger station with my 21 Mach E California route 1 Had the kit for a while just decided to walk out here and do it. The bristles on the brush were so stiff that the spread wasn’t good my first coat literally just finished drying up. I had bought a pack of multi sandpapers so I’m using the softest one right now smooth out that first layer of goopy paint. And then I’m going to clean it up again. The rust definitely got covered up very well and I was actually super surprised at how easy it all was to use that abrasive tip really did a good job at getting the loose paint and rust out as well a solid product.

[@MyHMMWVaddiction]

Install Clear bra. Did it to my 17. Both front fenders, hood, a-pillers+top of cab, headlights foglights, and from the body line down on the whole truck. Came with a 10 year warranty cost $1,500. I have chrome bumpers and mirror caps. Mine is self healing.

[@nicokasper8461]

Bought a pen a couple days ago since i found 3 very little ones on my ‘22 Tremor in star white. Still have to do it. Let’s see how it turns out

[@MrWhiteford44]

More quality tips a tricks from Arod. Thanks a lot bud, going to the store to grab some of those little applicators

[@foreverknight93]

Hey thanks for the video, and no I’m not gonna roast you, but it helped a lot to touch up my rally red 2014 Ford Mustang 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@bertom87]

Look into the black molded hood deflector. Will prevent chips on the front of the hood and it looks good since it is molded.

[@mikecano4972]

I used the nib or the paint pen applicator. It works pretty good.

[@Itsa_Mea]

Duplicolor makes identical product I for for my RAM bumper touch ups. Getting it to fill and lay flat is the hard part but it works well.

[@stevenfuchs2548]

I've done it on my Subaru and others. That setup works well on the subi. I need some for my 14 SD.

[@davidmeyer8133]

I have that Motorcraft touch up paint for my ‘17 Ruby Red F150 Sport pkg. I never realized what the white tip was for until your video. I need to try and find those mini brushes like you have, looks like it works better than the applicator.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Friggin WAY better

[@jerryknorr679]

Good video ARod thanks for showing us how to go about. I used the same stuff this past summer now I can see to the 2 spots l touched up the color changed. Thanks ARod

[@johnt6673]

My next front end will have some expel on it. I have used the ford touch up paint just like this one. I'm not the best at it though, but better than rust or aluminum showing.

[@ewaschuk802]

Try living in VT on a dirt road with salt and sand on the road...Go with paint protection film or rock guard and repaint...

[@jerrys6893]

I purchased the same touch-up kit from Ford from my 2016 black F-150 and I've been putting it off until now. I will definitely find the same type of applicators you used and give it a shot thanks for the video.

[@weekendhomeprojects]

Same. Wonder where he got those little applicators.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Our body shop

[@buckhorncortez]

I got tired of doing that on my 2007 F350, 2011 F150, and 2011 F350 - so the 2019 F350 has the chrome package with chrome bumpers. No more paint touch-up required...

[@arcticmike2516]

Did Digei shield on mine, mostly happy, except bumper multipul chips with rust. Shield material is to thin allowing impact damage. If they would have made it thicker there would have been no damage.

[@dwlaboy]

I have done the front bumper hood headlights door pockets a pillar‘s and rear bumper plus Tint

[@MarcM143]

Got that nice paint with the sparkles in it.. My 2017 black king ranch not so lucky.. It's a bland regular Ole black not as nice as the old Tuxedo Black Metallic

[@beozzie690]

Mate, I’ve had my f450 vinyl wrapped with a clear wrap.. stops any type of chipping on the front end. Also did the hood and fenders! Problem sorted.

[@weekendhomeprojects]

How much does something like that cost? May look into it when I upgrade.

[@shannonokeefe220]

Not a bad job for a beginner! One tip would be to level your chip with some 2000/2500 sand paper and after your prepped your chip hole with your sanding tip you should clean out the hole with a q-tip and acetone and after your clear coat has dried for 48 hours you can then level your clear coat the same as the rest of your paint with a 2500 sand paper again then maybe a 3000 followed by a D/A polisher to finish the job like a pro or quality detailer would do before you install that PPF ( expel) …. :)

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Thanks pal

[@weekendhomeprojects]

I'd like to see a video of that. Sand paper on my baby gets me anxious just thinking about it.

[@UneducatedPhotographer]

2nd on the anxiousness. Does the sanding really make that much of difference with a tiny chip?

[@sentino68]

This was a very smart comment. There are videos showing this correct method. 2500 sandpaper just takes off a very super thin layer of the clearcoat. It’s done all the time and blends well with the touch up.

[@davecarroll4086]

Every ford truck should come with one in the glove box!!!

[@weekendhomeprojects]

Genius! Yaasssss

[@paulhelmuth6012]

I have used touch up paint. Though not on my Super Duty. But my bumper and front end are chromed (steel and plastic). So I am not seeing chips on mine. Even though it is several years old now. It makes sense to deter rust on any vehicle worth saving.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

👍

[@mjmohn]

Thanks for the helpful and informative video. We just got hammered with massive windstorms a few days ago here in Montana and our brand new Ford Ranger got literally sandblasted with sand, gravel and small stones as we drove through it unfortunately. You could just hear the chips as they happened. Even the windshield and passenger side glass have tons of tiny chips. We just ordered the paint (J7) and those sticks. We were wondering how we were going to handle all those paint chips. Such a shame. A brand new truck. Not much we can do for the glass though. Thanks again for your video at just the right time. Stay Safe and Free. All the best to you.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nicest comment yet! Thanks bud, which ya were closer 👍🤝

[@alexanderlucero9890]

I have a 2017 250, Lariate. It has a chrome package. I prefer the chrome because I think, it holds up better than the paint. I don’t have to worry about rock chips when it comes to the bumpers and the grill. However. I have to touch up the hood. After watching your video. I’m going to buy me an oem motor craft pen and follow your example. What do you recommend for some dents that are caused by rocks but don’t Damage the paint?

[@GaryTolbertJr]

I know some may say it's tacky or not right. Could get a none painted part (grille, bumper, mirror caps, etc). Still black. Matte black, prob could clear coat or of the sorts and have it glossy. I did that to my 06 F150 grille, was black and secondary tan. Looked pretty good in my opinion. Didn't have to worry about chips or anything.

[@GaryTolbertJr]

I believe it's also PTM (Paint To Match) ready body part.

[@foreverknight93]

Thank you for the video. Just one question where did you get those small yellow applicators? Thanks

[@danglecier9462]

That's why I hate painted bumper, especially in the rust belt.

[@joselima1827]

U are very good for mechanical ⚙️ bout not for painting 🧑‍🎨 bout still good job!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Cmon

[@ItsChristy1]

Very helpful, thanks!!

[@brianandersen1933]

Great job buddy.

[@70montecarloss]

You need to get the front of that thing protected. I got the whole front of mine wrapped with Xpel stops the chips from happening. And can’t tell it’s there. Worth the money where the painted bumpers chip unlike the chrome

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I know, read the comments

[@70montecarloss]

My bad 😅

[@70montecarloss]

I ceramic coated mine using the the Avalon kits and am happy with the results in making it easier to keep clean. Not sure if you have done something like that to yours or not but worth the time. Couldn’t bear to spend the professional cost for the coat. 🤷‍♂️

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Sure havent

[@paulwagner5367]

There is a product called clear bra i put it on my door rocker panels in 16 when my 17 was new still holding up no scratches from shoes that might help your promlem since you dont like old school CHROME

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yepp i knw....err 1s tellin me

[@heydaddy5326]

Do these work on little scuffs (unoticeable scratches)....?

[@aureliomartinez2633]

I just bought a pick up and it has Some rock chips I what fix them first then have someone apply the clear plastic

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yepp

[@HeadBassVTEC]

That cotton swab recommendation was probably meant for touch ups having the brush only....probably would have been better off using the tip on the motorcraft touch up. Anyone interested in doing touchup themselves should probably watch some detailer tutorial - remember Larry from AMMO NYC had some vid showing how to do it properly.

[@missinnec]

Duplicolor is how I did the car I showed you lastnight the whole top was sun faded and clear was mostly gone

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hell yeah

[@scottytahoe]

Did it come in a spray paint can? My 99 has the whole roof and hood sun faded and the clear coat is shot. Thanks 👍

[@missinnec]

What I used on my camaro was in a rattle can from autozone they have all kinds of color matching I used a Chrysler silver due to the flake in it to two tone the car green and silver then used rustolium ultra clear over it

[@scottytahoe]

Ok, cool. Thank you!

[@gwendolynbyrd563]

Looks like it's working

[@Bluebird22200]

Do you let the paint dry before applying clear coat? How long?

[@COWBOYZNATION]

1 Hour

[@ryan_torres]

I can never remember which side you unscrew upwards and which side you unscrew upside down. Pretty much dumped my paint out all over lol! No idea why I can't remember which side is which.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hahaha you dont have to tip it upside down at all

[@ryan_torres]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod so unscrew em while it's horizontal?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

U mean vertical 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Just like u saw me....i didn't dump upside down

[@ryan_torres]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod that's what I did. Unscrewed vertical and had the gray side on top and Unscrewed it and dumped the paint out. I just gotta watch this video next time I use it lol!

[@rc484]

is this tuxedo black metallic uh? i have some chips on my ford edge i want to try to use the motor craft touch up on! i dont think i heard you say the color! is it exact? please let me know?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Agate black

[@weekendhomeprojects]

It's been over a year, hows it holding up? Had to touchup any more spots?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yepp ..i need to

[@paulwagner5367]

You can avoid that problem by ordering the chrome package you don't have that problem with chrome bumpers my 17 still looks new????? caps on the mirrors new

[@Itsa_Mea]

Once you go black it's hard to go back..... to chrome.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I dont like old man chrome

[@Itsa_Mea]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod funny since my father got the same truck as me except one thing...... chrome bumps, mirrors, and grill. Yup, old man chrome.

[@scottytahoe]

Anybody in Sacramento CA. "Ya, I know, shit hole state" but, is any good at doing an entire paint job? My truck is shot and I can't take it anymore!!! Thanks!

[@markzukowski2563]

Should’ve ceramic coated and clear filmed when new

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Literally every comment.....i know wlda shlda clda

[@ourv9603]

That's why the Tesla pickup is unpainted stainless steel. !

[@nootstoroots8068]

I recommend washing your truck before doing this

[@ednye1817]

A must!

[@WaterandWoodsmen]

The bumper must still be steal

[@paulwagner5367]

ya think????

[@antidiz]

That tip clogs up after about 4 uses..

[@ednye1817]

denatured alcohol and back up and running.

[@danstennis1817]

I opened mine wrong and dumped paint everywhere.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😭😭😭😭😭

[@ed2dever]

Well my body on my truck is aluminum

[@smokeskull]

Your in the wrong trade bro

[@judgeparker4236]

GM uses watercolors.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nope your wrong! They love acrylics

[@judgeparker4236]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod Was being sarcastic, man. Trying to say GM (Government Motors) is junk. :-)

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I was too......u good?

[@shidoin5398]

The touch-up looks worse than the chip on deep cherry red pearl

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Ughhh i bet

[@derekmichaloski1174]

#1 in unreliability for sure

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Im sorry, maybe for you

[@judgeparker4236]

That stuff is a rip-off. Motorcraft or any else. You can buy 2oz of pre-mixed on eBay much cheaper and works as well. Hard to make this stuff look good.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Shit was cheep for me, i duno what dutch boy store your goin tooo

[@BigTee-lp7qu]

Only cheap turds shop on Ebay

[@ednye1817]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod 30.00 at the dealer