13DODGE Posted May 7, 2013 Report Share Posted May 7, 2013 Twas a lovely day here in Toronto, Ontario. Spent the day cleaning the good Journey.Just regular car soap, but used the Armor All Extreme Tire Shine spray and Triple Action Wheel Cleaner.Was thinking of waxing too but was not sure which to use. Any preferences?I also noticed tiny tiny surface rust spots all over, isn't that very rare for a 5 month old car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted May 8, 2013 Report Share Posted May 8, 2013 Those "rust spots" could be tree sap or bugs. You might consider getting a clay bar detailing kit or bring it to a detailer to get it done. I had mine done a few days after I took delivery and you wouldn't believe the dirt in the paint job picked up in transit. I also had the paint treated. At a minimum I would use a good polish before waxing. If you are concerned, take it back to the dealer and have them check it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleO7 Posted May 8, 2013 Report Share Posted May 8, 2013 I would suggest before thinking about a clay bar kit, take it back to the dealer and have the "rust" looked at. Could be just rail dust that has adhered to the vehicle. Sounds like the dealer didn't do a very good pre delivery prep job. Rolly, also makes a good suggestion about getting a clay bar kit. I'm a bit of fanatic about keeping my vehicles looking good. When I sold my 11 year old Grand Caravan, it still looked like it had just came off the showroom floor. Since you live in Canada, I would suggest looking at eshine.ca, as they have excellent products for keeping you vehicle looking good. By the way, what colour is your Journey. I really like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13DODGE Posted May 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2013 Interesting, I will be taking it to the dealer in a few weeks for an oil change and nag them about it along with the transmission re-flash and a few squeaks . If that doesn't work I'll try the clay bar kit, polish and then wax.It's very weird indeed, our 99 Caravan never had this kind of surface rust dots during the entire duration of ownership.Thanks doubleO7, it's called WinterChill Pearl - a new colour for 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey_SeXT Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 Your not alone 13DODGE i have the same thing with mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 Same here. There's a bunch of "dust spot rust" on both my DJ, and grand caravan. Interesting enough, they are both same color. I'll be polishing and waxing the DJ soon. Seems like the paint job on both isn't the greatest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dj cowboy Posted May 13, 2013 Report Share Posted May 13, 2013 (edited) Same here.There's a bunch of "dust spot rust" on both my DJ, and grand caravan. Interesting enough, they are both same color. I'll be polishing and waxing the DJ soon. Seems like the paint job on both isn't the greatest. The small rust spots dont have anything to do with the paint. What happens is when the car is on the train from the factory, little metal "chips" float around the rail car from the wheels and brakes of the train wearing down. Its kind of like brake dust on your wheels. What happens is those metal shavings are hot and when they land on the paint, they stick. The rust you see is those metal shavings rusting from the elements. A clay bar pulls those chips out of the paint. You then wax and buff the car to protect it. Edited May 13, 2013 by dj cowboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey_SeXT Posted May 13, 2013 Report Share Posted May 13, 2013 Good explanation dj cowboy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexyRTboi Posted May 17, 2013 Report Share Posted May 17, 2013 have the same stupid lil rust spots all over my BRIGHT WHITE DJR/T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humansoul Posted May 24, 2013 Report Share Posted May 24, 2013 nice ride...i like the new style of the rims for the SXT versions, and the colour is pretty nice too! Looks like your ride was purchase at Pickering Chrysler, you in the Durham region? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthStar1 Posted May 25, 2013 Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 Rail dust is very, very common on all makes and model...seen it on everything from Chevy Silverados to Dodge K-Car (yeah, I'm that old) to Ford Pinto's (even older than you think!). The dealer's body shop will buff them out, apply a new coat of wax and you'll be good as new with no future problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13DODGE Posted May 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2013 nice ride...i like the new style of the rims for the SXT versions, and the colour is pretty nice too! Looks like your ride was purchase at Pickering Chrysler, you in the Durham region? Thank you! Yes it was indeed purchased at Pickering Chrysler, and I am! Impressed you picked up the dealer badge on the plate Rail dust is very, very common on all makes and model...seen it on everything from Chevy Silverados to Dodge K-Car (yeah, I'm that old) to Ford Pinto's (even older than you think!). The dealer's body shop will buff them out, apply a new coat of wax and you'll be good as new with no future problems. Haha (K-Car not that bad, Pinto - maybe), I am now at ease. Planning my first service trip this coming week. I sure will be giving them plenty to keep them busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humansoul Posted June 6, 2013 Report Share Posted June 6, 2013 Thank you! Yes it was indeed purchased at Pickering Chrysler, and I am! Impressed you picked up the dealer badge on the plate Haha (K-Car not that bad, Pinto - maybe), I am now at ease. Planning my first service trip this coming week. I sure will be giving them plenty to keep them busy. I have a keen eye and I've been to that dealership, service-wise, way too many times for my liking, so I've seen the dealer badge and can recognize it right away! I own a 2011 Journey Crew in white with Thule roof racks and am in the Pickering area. See you on the Durham roads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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