Scratched!!!
12-19-2013, 05:27 PM
#11
Not sure why you are ragging on your son on an internet forum? How would he take it if he read what you have written? Perhaps you might take the time to clearly explain your expectations and more so take the time with him to demonstrate, by way of working side by side, work ethic and how to think through ways and means of accomplishing things. You have a way that it should be done in your head. You made NO EFFORT to explain the process and your truck got scratched. You are now openly blaming your family in a public forum. The only person you ought to be pissed at is yourself. Just a thought.
Wash. Polish. Wax.
Wash. Polish. Wax.
Yes Virginia, there really are winners and losers. Coddling is really not a successful parenting technique.You have never met the OP Mr. Wanck. You have no idea how he has raised his son. Have you ever met a teenager before? LOL, it doesn't really matter what you tell them. Please answer the questions asked and leave the Dr Phil crap to Dr. Phil.
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12-19-2013, 05:27 PM
#12
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Get some Meguirs Paint Polish, it will buff out by hand more than likely...
12-19-2013, 05:31 PM
#13
If only that were an option.
[MENTION=109567]TeamZambo[/MENTION]
The scratches are not deep, my finger does not get caught in the scratch. I'll take some pics tomorrow as it's dark out. I do not have a dual action polisher but can get one.
I understand the getting a first scratch is hard and once you get it it makes it easier to use the truck as a truck. But I don't have a problem loading the truck up with construction debris and coal and furniture. But I take care to pay attention how I'm loading it so I don't knick the paint. I'm pissed because it could've been prevented had my son not been lazy and my wife opened the tailgate.
[MENTION=109567]TeamZambo[/MENTION]
The scratches are not deep, my finger does not get caught in the scratch. I'll take some pics tomorrow as it's dark out. I do not have a dual action polisher but can get one.
I understand the getting a first scratch is hard and once you get it it makes it easier to use the truck as a truck. But I don't have a problem loading the truck up with construction debris and coal and furniture. But I take care to pay attention how I'm loading it so I don't knick the paint. I'm pissed because it could've been prevented had my son not been lazy and my wife opened the tailgate.
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12-19-2013, 05:37 PM
#14
Not sure why you are ragging on your son on an internet forum? How would he take it if he read what you have written? Perhaps you might take the time to clearly explain your expectations and more so take the time with him to demonstrate, by way of working side by side, work ethic and how to think through ways and means of accomplishing things. You have a way that it should be done in your head. You made NO EFFORT to explain the process and your truck got scratched. You are now openly blaming your family in a public forum. The only person you ought to be pissed at is yourself. Just a thought.
Wash. Polish. Wax.
Wash. Polish. Wax.
When my wife called and asked if they could put the ashes in the truck I explained that her and my son could but to open the tailgate. They failed to follow instructions because my son was LAZY and felt it was faster to just hop into the bed and drag the bags over the paint. I didn't feel the need to lay that out in the thread because IT DIDNT MATTER.
I already reprimanded him for his error. So I'd hope he has learned something.
I'm also positive I stated in my original post that I would've done it myself. But in case you missed it, I WAS AT WORK WHEN IT HAPPENED. HAD I NOT BEEN AT WORK INWOULDVE DONE IT MYSELF. EITHER BY MYSELF OR WITH MY SON AND SHOWED HIM. BUT SINCE I WAS AT WORK..... Hopefully you get it now. Now, I don't feel I need to explain ANYTHING more to you. YOU do not get to DICTATE how I raise my children and I kindly ask that you STFU and leave the thread.
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12-19-2013, 05:39 PM
#15
OK dad.
When my wife called and asked if they could put the ashes in the truck I explained that her and my son could but to open the tailgate. They failed to follow instructions because my son was LAZY and felt it was faster to just hop into the bed and drag the bags over the paint. I didn't feel the need to lay that out in the thread because IT DIDNT MATTER.
I already reprimanded him for his error. So I'd hope he has learned something.
I'm also positive I stated in my original post that I would've done it myself. But in case you missed it, I WAS AT WORK WHEN IT HAPPENED. HAD I NOT BEEN AT WORK INWOULDVE DONE IT MYSELF. EITHER BY MYSELF OR WITH MY SON AND SHOWED HIM. BUT SINCE I WAS AT WORK..... Hopefully you get it now. Now, I don't feel I need to explain ANYTHING more to you. YOU do not get to DICTATE how I raise my children and I kindly ask that you STFU and leave the thread.
When my wife called and asked if they could put the ashes in the truck I explained that her and my son could but to open the tailgate. They failed to follow instructions because my son was LAZY and felt it was faster to just hop into the bed and drag the bags over the paint. I didn't feel the need to lay that out in the thread because IT DIDNT MATTER.
I already reprimanded him for his error. So I'd hope he has learned something.
I'm also positive I stated in my original post that I would've done it myself. But in case you missed it, I WAS AT WORK WHEN IT HAPPENED. HAD I NOT BEEN AT WORK INWOULDVE DONE IT MYSELF. EITHER BY MYSELF OR WITH MY SON AND SHOWED HIM. BUT SINCE I WAS AT WORK..... Hopefully you get it now. Now, I don't feel I need to explain ANYTHING more to you. YOU do not get to DICTATE how I raise my children and I kindly ask that you STFU and leave the thread.
12-19-2013, 05:40 PM
#16
Instead of being pissed at him (at least he was trying to help) get him to do the work to fix it (with your supervision of course). Teach him something useful. Show him that taking the shortcut can end up being harder. If he has to fix it, maybe he will respect it more.
12-19-2013, 05:47 PM
#17
Junior Member
I agree with EcoBrook. When I was a kid or "preteen" and I messed up something my dad told me to do his way, I'd have to correct it with him watching. In the end it taught me how to do things the right way and take care of something that is yours.
Use a less aggressive compound and go from there. Using a polisher will cut down time.
Use a less aggressive compound and go from there. Using a polisher will cut down time.
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12-19-2013, 06:08 PM
#18
I agree with EcoBrook. When I was a kid or "preteen" and I messed up something my dad told me to do his way, I'd have to correct it with him watching. In the end it taught me how to do things the right way and take care of something that is yours.
Use a less aggressive compound and go from there. Using a polisher will cut down time.
Use a less aggressive compound and go from there. Using a polisher will cut down time.
12-19-2013, 06:40 PM
#19
Senior Member
A good wash, wax, and polish should pull those scratches right out with some elbow grease. Also try using a polishing wheel on the end of a drill, those work wonders on paint! 
12-19-2013, 06:58 PM
#20
The truck will be washed this weekend. Hopefully it's going to be as warm as they say it is. Because it's going to suck washing it in 30º weather.