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RADAR · 06-01-2012, 04:07 PM

Looked at mine and they are similiar to the OP.

I'll get a picture up once the camera is charged.

RJT Impala · 06-01-2012, 04:10 PM

What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck!

Bonemaro · 06-01-2012, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by RJT Impala

What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck!

You learn something new everyday. Thanks for this.

PQ · 06-01-2012, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by RJT Impala

What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck!

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RADAR · 06-01-2012, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RJT Impala

What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck!

Good explanation but I live in the upper Midwest and have the same deal as the OP. Check out my post above.

abaucom21 · 06-01-2012, 04:45 PM

Does not matter where you live, paint flaws/rust on a 2012 not acceptable. GM should pay to fully sand down all affected body panels and repaint with a lifetime paint warrenty.

jbrewer.m · 06-01-2012, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RJT Impala

What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck!

Miami

jbrewer.m · 06-01-2012, 04:53 PM

I just got back from the dealer. They told me they would take care of it, and my leaking tail light. The service counter guys kept going back and forth between me and the service manager. When I asked to talk to him they said he was busy. I told them it was my daily driver, and they said they MIGHT be able to get me a rental. I have to take the car in this Monday or the next, but I don't have any details to what they are going to do or how long it is going to take (because I didn't get to talk to the manager).

dkp2LT · 06-01-2012, 05:00 PM

New car from dealer + problem = loaner vehicle.

Even the gm dealer I bought from used guarantees loaners when I use them for service.

hightower · 06-01-2012, 06:43 PM

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I didn't even bother... lol

menendez1293 · 06-01-2012, 06:47 PM

Damn i would barge into the service managers office and demeaned to get this done. Where in florida are you located? i don't have any of this on my car in the painted areas but I'm no where near any salt in the winter or anywhere near the ocean air.

Dooley · 06-01-2012, 07:02 PM

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Is on both bottom conners of the deck.

Probably because of that huge spoiler you put on there. What's that all about?

dkp2LT · 06-01-2012, 07:11 PM

^ He has a Transformer Edition. It's a GM High Wing Spoiler. Seen them on several Camaro's now.

1MULLET · 06-01-2012, 07:20 PM

This is not rust at all. What that is is a buildup of clear that ran to the edge. The solvents then tried to escape and created a pop in the clearcoat that already skin hardened. So it leaves little holes in the clear that then gets dirt and crap in it. Unsightly yes, but not rust from what I see.....I do this for a living restoring muscle cars and have seen the buildup un an edge do exactly this.

06-01-2012, 04:07 PM	#15
RADAR Drives: 2012 2SSRS/M6 SIM Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 426	Looked at mine and they are similiar to the OP. I'll get a picture up once the camera is charged. __________________ -----"I'm gonna get a ticket...."----- Last edited by RADAR; 06-01-2012 at 04:45 PM.

06-01-2012, 04:10 PM	#16
RJT Impala Stovebolt BluFlame 6 Drives: '12 2LT/RS, IBM; '20 Traverse Prem Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wherever! Posts: 893 View My Garage	What part of Florida do you live in? I was stationed at Patrick AFB and had a marine biologist explain why that area between the ocean and the Indian River/Banana River is so prone to rust--virtually everything corroded exceptionally quickly. The shallow waters of the rivers promoted growth of aquatic vegetation which broke loose from the bottom during windy weather--which was fairly common. The vegetation then sank to the bootom and decayed anerobically, producing hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). As the gas percolated up through the water, it combined with free oxygen molecules to become H2SO4--sulfuric acid. So the condensation we had on vehicles--or anything outside--was a weak solution of sulfuric acid. I mention this only to give background, and to ask if you are anywhere on the east coast of Florida where those conditions may occur. Lengthy comment, but it may help in a plan to avoid continued rust. Good luck! Last edited by RJT Impala; 06-01-2012 at 04:11 PM. Reason: correct typos

06-01-2012, 04:45 PM	#20
abaucom21 Drives: 2011 2LT White, 1966 TBird conv. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ottawa Ontario Posts: 682	Does not matter where you live, paint flaws/rust on a 2012 not acceptable. GM should pay to fully sand down all affected body panels and repaint with a lifetime paint warrenty.

06-01-2012, 04:53 PM	#22
jbrewer.m Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT TF3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 41	I just got back from the dealer. They told me they would take care of it, and my leaking tail light. The service counter guys kept going back and forth between me and the service manager. When I asked to talk to him they said he was busy. I told them it was my daily driver, and they said they MIGHT be able to get me a rental. I have to take the car in this Monday or the next, but I don't have any details to what they are going to do or how long it is going to take (because I didn't get to talk to the manager).

06-01-2012, 05:00 PM	#23
dkp2LT Drives: '11 2SS, '11 C6 GS, '04 MDX Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kearney, MO Posts: 2,907	New car from dealer + problem = loaner vehicle. Even the gm dealer I bought from used guarantees loaners when I use them for service.

06-01-2012, 06:47 PM	#25
menendez1293 Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Tallahassee FL Posts: 9,686 View My Garage	Damn i would barge into the service managers office and demeaned to get this done. Where in florida are you located? i don't have any of this on my car in the painted areas but I'm no where near any salt in the winter or anywhere near the ocean air.

06-01-2012, 07:11 PM	#27
dkp2LT Drives: '11 2SS, '11 C6 GS, '04 MDX Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kearney, MO Posts: 2,907	^ He has a Transformer Edition. It's a GM High Wing Spoiler. Seen them on several Camaro's now.

06-01-2012, 07:20 PM	#28
1MULLET Drives: 2002 2500 HD 9"lift, 2010 SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Mantua,Ohio Posts: 152	This is not rust at all. What that is is a buildup of clear that ran to the edge. The solvents then tried to escape and created a pop in the clearcoat that already skin hardened. So it leaves little holes in the clear that then gets dirt and crap in it. Unsightly yes, but not rust from what I see.....I do this for a living restoring muscle cars and have seen the buildup un an edge do exactly this.