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Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 12-31-2010, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,702
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Dangerss is correct for a starting point....

Dangerss is correct for a starting point. Depending on how much repair needs to be done due to the chipping it will go higher. Cash can talk. One major item when refinishing a bumper cover, The shop...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-29-2010, 10:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,928
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
I am looking at the photos of your car and can...

I am looking at the photos of your car and can tell the front cover has a light "flop" at this angle. An undetectable match with a metallic color can only be achieved by blending or feathering as...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 08-27-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 72,372
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
OMG a rock hit the car an put a chip in it! get...

OMG a rock hit the car an put a chip in it! get over it.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 08-27-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 378
Views: 83,543
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Remove spoiler. Repair paint chips to OEM...

Remove spoiler. Repair paint chips to OEM standards. Apply thick 3m 2 sided tape to the underside of spoiler providing a cushion between the surfaces. Thin plastic washers could be used as well at...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 08-27-2010, 09:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,241
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Depends, are you wiling to go to jail? This type...

Depends, are you wiling to go to jail? This type of customer service is criminal.:mad0259:
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-27-2010, 08:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,928
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
If the color problem is where the front cover...

If the color problem is where the front cover meets the fender or hood the only way to correct it is to blend into the a-joining panels. Any body shop will know what I am talking about. Costs more$$$...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-27-2010, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,991
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
I hear ICE works very good on illegals.:headbang:

I hear ICE works very good on illegals.:headbang:
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 08-23-2010, 06:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 16,304
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
AMEN! This takes a lot of training and talent to...

AMEN! This takes a lot of training and talent to do correctly:headbang:
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-17-2010, 06:45 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,597
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Got no issues either. Installed flaps from RPI...

Got no issues either. Installed flaps from RPI and I do not tailgate. I also live in the middle of nowhere Idaho so I see little traffic. 5,000 miles on car.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-17-2010, 06:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,765
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
10K is a bit high for a re clear on a new car....

10K is a bit high for a re clear on a new car. Half that should get you a top notch job. Just got to find the right shop. I would suggest you have the thickness of your paint checked BEFORE you have...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 08-14-2010, 11:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,472
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
The ad says gain UP TO 60 HP. My guess is when it...

The ad says gain UP TO 60 HP. My guess is when it gains nothing they say well.....:laugh:
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 08-11-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,706
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
The only Inspector I know was played by Peter...

The only Inspector I know was played by Peter Sellers. He was a Boob!:laugh:
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 08-11-2010, 08:57 PM
Replies: 361
Views: 72,372
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
If you lightly wet sand you should have enough....

If you lightly wet sand you should have enough. The clear does a number of things, it makes the color shine and protects the color from the suns UV rays and everyday junk. Take too much off and you...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-28-2010, 08:03 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,597
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
You are confused. NO powder coated paint on any...

You are confused. NO powder coated paint on any GM Bodys.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,578
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Just be careful they do not sand thru the clear...

Just be careful they do not sand thru the clear coat. If the poo left a deep etch into the clear it could require a deep sand thus resulting in too few MILS of clear left on that spot. The clear is...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,251
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Amen. Do it quickly.

Amen. Do it quickly.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:38 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,597
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Read my thread under warranty/TSB Paint...

Read my thread under warranty/TSB Paint Problems... read this!
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,409
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
What do you want to touch up is the first...

What do you want to touch up is the first question? Chip? Small scratch or ??
If you are just taking care of a few minor chips just go buy a T/U bottle from your local Body shop. Many give them away...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,022
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
That is possible based on the photos. Since you...

That is possible based on the photos. Since you do not remember seeing a defect in that spot before, it is hard to say. Only other possibility is something ate into the paint like a drop of...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-26-2010, 08:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,805
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Good god man! ANY body shop has this paint in gal...

Good god man! ANY body shop has this paint in gal containers on their mixing bench. Should not cost more than 5 bucks for a typical touch up bottle.:headbang:
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 07-25-2010, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,720
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Paint Issues? Read this!

As we all know by now there are quite a few paint problems with some of the gen5 camaros. Dirt, runs, chipping, thin spots, peeling, you name it. As an automotive refinisher with 35+ years and a half...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-23-2010, 06:54 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,597
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Read JackR67 thread under TSB/warranty issues....

Read JackR67 thread under TSB/warranty issues. GET IT MIL TESTED!:headbang:
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 07-23-2010, 06:31 PM
Replies: 378
Views: 83,543
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
YES! and do not delay!:headbang: If you should...

YES! and do not delay!:headbang: If you should get a chance to speak with the paint shop ask him/her if they noticed any issues when they sanded the chips. If they did PM me please.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 07-23-2010, 06:17 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 36,815
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Are you sure how many MILs you have? I have...

Are you sure how many MILs you have? I have tested 5 camaros and they all have over 8 MILS of paint! I have not seen a test come in at 4 or 5 YET! We need mil test data!!! Something is not right...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 07-23-2010, 06:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,598
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
This is not a bad idea but we also need to get...

This is not a bad idea but we also need to get the cars that are chipping MIL tested for paint thickness. Whenever there is a paint problem the first thing our paint rep does is MIL test it. The test...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 07-23-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,892
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Now this guy has the right mind set!:headbang:

Now this guy has the right mind set!:headbang:
Forum: Wash/Wax/Detailing and Cosmetic Maintenance Parts 07-20-2010, 09:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,040
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Last thing you want is a repaint!!!:thumbdown:

Last thing you want is a repaint!!!:thumbdown:
Forum: Wash/Wax/Detailing and Cosmetic Maintenance Parts 07-20-2010, 09:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,384
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Real cool Ed! Thanks for working so hard on this...

Real cool Ed! Thanks for working so hard on this project. Looks like it will do the trick. Can you remove the material, then detail the car and then reapply the original pieces?
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-16-2010, 07:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,364
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
Fotown, get a bottle of T/U paint from either the...

Fotown, get a bottle of T/U paint from either the dealer or a body shop. If you go to a body shop ask them NOT to reduce the mix. Do not use the included brush. Instead, go to a crafts store a buy a...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-16-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 11,228
Posted By BICHN CAMARO
I have had no issues with the ability of the RPI...

I have had no issues with the ability of the RPI "flaps" protecting the body. NO CHIPS to date. The look of the RPI is less noticeable which I found distracting with the OEM. They (OEM) seemed to...
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