2011 Mustang Paint Blistering
3/31/15, 06:33 PM
#61
legacy Tms Member
This morning I inspected the hood on my car and so far so good. It's not quite a year yet but no sign of a return of the problem. If you see anything it's water marks etc. I haven't had a chance to give it its first wash yet. The extra edge that you might notice is a clear bra.
anyways, congrats- I personally very strongly feel if the edges were sealed properly (like this) with even remotely reasonable care, these will last as long as any other hood on the market, doubt you will ever see a issue on that hood
on the other hand- the typical ugly seamed ones have been dropping like flies
EDIT- just reread- this was a repaired hood or a replaced hood? in any event it looks to have a full bead of sealer on the hem... if a dealer tech repaired that and resealed, they need to hire him to do QC on the hood line
Last edited by ford4v429; 3/31/15 at 06:36 PM.
4/1/15, 06:24 AM
#63
Legacy Tms Member
that has got to be the best looking seam I've ever seen on a mustang hood- congrats to you, looks like maybe Ford CAN do a decent job on some... maybe they have a disgruntled camaro fanboy on the hood line that has but putting out the hideous looking ones? crazy how most are sloppy as heck, then you see one that looks as decent as this...
anyways, congrats- I personally very strongly feel if the edges were sealed properly (like this) with even remotely reasonable care, these will last as long as any other hood on the market, doubt you will ever see a issue on that hood
on the other hand- the typical ugly seamed ones have been dropping like flies
EDIT- just reread- this was a repaired hood or a replaced hood? in any event it looks to have a full bead of sealer on the hem... if a dealer tech repaired that and resealed, they need to hire him to do QC on the hood line
anyways, congrats- I personally very strongly feel if the edges were sealed properly (like this) with even remotely reasonable care, these will last as long as any other hood on the market, doubt you will ever see a issue on that hood
on the other hand- the typical ugly seamed ones have been dropping like flies
EDIT- just reread- this was a repaired hood or a replaced hood? in any event it looks to have a full bead of sealer on the hem... if a dealer tech repaired that and resealed, they need to hire him to do QC on the hood line
Repaired. The Ford dealer near me has a great shop and manager there. Good guy. York Ford if anybody is reading in the Boston area. When I brought in the car he told me his guy has done a lot of them and he does them right. So far I believe him. I'm taking some other parts there for paint soon.
4/4/15, 11:01 AM
#65
Shelby GT350 Member
Wellp...add my 2011 to the club. I had a tiny blister underneath the hood that has grown a bit but the new one on the leading edge is the one that ruined my day.
It's about 1/4" in diameter now.
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc
Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
It's about 1/4" in diameter now.
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc
Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
4/4/15, 11:06 AM
#66
I Have No Life
Wellp...add my 2011 to the club. I had a tiny blister underneath the hood that has grown a bit but the new one on the leading edge is the one that ruined my day. It's about 1/4" in diameter now. Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?. I need to have another closer look at mine. If it does blister though, it will be a new cervini hood anyways.
4/4/15, 11:21 AM
#67
Bullitt Member
4/4/15, 11:55 AM
#68
Legacy TMS Member
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...ml#prettyPhoto
4/4/15, 11:58 AM
#69
Legacy TMS Member
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...er-2-hood.html
4/4/15, 12:47 PM
#70
Tasca Super Boss 429 Member
And if you want to go a little flashier, the Stalker hood... http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...er-2-hood.html
4/4/15, 02:14 PM
#71
I Have No Life
If I had a 10-12, I'd probably do the Heat Extractor, 03-04 Cobra style. It's the least assuming 10-12 offering, IMO. http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...ml#prettyPhoto
And if you want to go a little flashier, the Stalker hood... http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...er-2-hood.html
4/4/15, 02:27 PM
#72
Shelby GT350 Member
If I had a 10-12, I'd probably do the Heat Extractor, 03-04 Cobra style. It's the least assuming 10-12 offering, IMO.
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...ml#prettyPhoto
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...ml#prettyPhoto
This may be the route I go.
4/4/15, 02:40 PM
#73
Bullitt Member
None. I don't trust the hoods from other companies, as most require hood pins, and there is only one that is offered as a stock replacement.
http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html
That is really all I want. I would like to eliminate the fake factory hood scoop on mine as well.
http://www.visracing.com/newcatalog/...iber-Hood.html
That is really all I want. I would like to eliminate the fake factory hood scoop on mine as well.
4/4/15, 03:10 PM
#74
Super Boss Lawman Member
And if you want to go a little flashier, the Stalker hood... http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...er-2-hood.html
4/4/15, 03:12 PM
#75
Bullitt Member
I have also considered the Concept hood from Cervinis. Understated, not gaudy, and follows the design of the S197 concept hood from the auto shows.
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...-air-hood.html
http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...-air-hood.html
Last edited by 88lx50; 4/4/15 at 03:13 PM.
4/4/15, 03:13 PM
#76
Legacy TMS Member
I have also considered the Concept hood from Cervinis. The lines are close enough to the original and I like the design somewhat. http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...-air-hood.html
4/4/15, 06:09 PM
#77
I Have No Life
I have also considered the Concept hood from Cervinis. Understated, not gaudy, and follows the design of the S197 concept hood from the auto shows. http://www.cervinis.com/10-12mustang...-air-hood.html
4/4/15, 06:19 PM
#78
Bullitt Member
4/4/15, 06:48 PM
#79
Legacy TMS Member
Wellp...add my 2011 to the club. I had a tiny blister underneath the hood that has grown a bit but the new one on the leading edge is the one that ruined my day. It's about 1/4" in diameter now. Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
4/6/15, 08:56 AM
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Wellp...add my 2011 to the club. I had a tiny blister underneath the hood that has grown a bit but the new one on the leading edge is the one that ruined my day.
It's about 1/4" in diameter now.
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc
Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
It's about 1/4" in diameter now.
Car has fewer than 22,000 miles on it...but it was purchased in August of 2010...always garaged, never driven in snow/salt, etc
Am I totally out of luck or has Ford helped people outside of warranty?
I recommend bringing it in to your dealer and speaking to your service manager about this paint concern. He is in the best position to ensure a proper diagnosis, and will be able to provide available options and/or coverage for any work needed.
Also, remember most paid repairs done at a Ford Dealer come with a 24 months/unlimited miles warranty. You can schedule an appointment online here.
Deysha