I have a red 89 miata with a whole bunch of chips in the paint from driving it across the country and the seattle cement freeways blasting it away.
I know "nothing" about preparation and painting. I would appreciate if someone tell me what steps to take to touch-up the chips in the nosecone and panels. Most car washes have wax in them, I dont know if that effects the adhesiveness of the touch-up paint or not. I also remember washing my beautiful red 67 Ford Fairlane with laundry detergent and destroying that new paint job. I dont wish to relive that experience.
Also if I may, I had two drops of tree sap bake on the paint behind the rear window. I got something (409?) and rubbed it off and scuffed the paint. Is there a clearcoat on this paint? Did I ruin it? What can I do to repair the scuff if it is not clearcoat? Thank you all! Dean