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Paint defect from factory

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Welding Slag on Aluminum? I would figure they would have all the welding done before they brought in the hood, Just thinking here
Agree that it would seem really unlikely. Just trying to think of what it might be. Now that I recall the videos I have seen, I do think the body/chassis rolls thru much of the process separate from the hood. So probably not from anything being welded on the chassis.
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I just gave my truck its first thorough cleaning and detailing and found a fairly prominent inclusion under the paint/clearcoat on my hood. I took it over to my dealer and they’re submitting a warranty claim to Ford to deal with it. I haven’t heard anything back yet (1 day later) but thought I’d share and see if anyone else experienced anything similar.

To address this, I imagine a body shop will have to sand the area back to metal and respray with primer, color, and clear coat, feathering it into the surrounding area.

I imagine the work will take a week minimum and am hoping to be given a loaner/rental during that time.
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How could that get passed the factory People. Paint claims take a while there not very common and have to be approved by area manager. Did they take a photo of it.
 
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How could that get passed the factory People. Paint claims take a while there not very common and have to be approved by area manager. Did they take a photo of it.
My dealership took photos and initiated a warranty claim w/o any nudging from me. Haven’t heard anything yet but not worrying.
Better having this issue over something mechanical or electrical.
 

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It’s a raised “pimple” covered by paint and clear coat. The shadow you see from it indicates its prominence above the surface.
We called them paint nibs or dirt in paint
 

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My dealership took photos and initiated a warranty claim w/o any nudging from me. Haven’t heard anything yet but not worrying.
Better having this issue over something mechanical or electrical.
Your dealer must be on the DI program or digital imaging program for paint approval
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