Bird Sh*t problem!!!! HELP!!!

zcoupe09 · 04-26-2009, 11:17 AM

ok so i have a new BLACK 370z. I am very anal when it comes to keeping my cars clean and have had many black vehicles. Never have issues and always keep the car mint and in the garage. Heres the problem... went to home depot to pick up some light bulbs yesterday...85 degrees here in jersey...came out to see a lovely bird **** on my rear quarter panel. Freaked out of course drove home (approx. 15 min ) and immediately washed the vehicle. The bird SH*T looks like it ate through the clear coat in a matter of 45 min tops...went to my detail guy around the corner he did a complimentary buff and light compound and tells me that it seems to have gone through the clear coat!! and recommends taking it back to the dealer. Im going first thing tomoro morning but does anyone have any advice or know if this is warrantied and what they will do? thanks for reading this long a** post.

jreis4206@hotmail.com

spearfish25 · 04-26-2009, 12:18 PM

They'll probably tell you that you should have ordered their ValuGard bull$hit for $800.

kannibul · 06-16-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

They'll probably tell you that you should have ordered their ValuGard bull$hit for $800.

My dealer wanted me to get my Z "Simonized" - I did a search on google for it, turned up Billy Mays doing commercials, for $600.

That, and they said they wouldn't claybar the car beforehand.

I'd rather spend $100-$200 and have it pro-detailed in/out and have it look like a mirror when it's done. I figure on the 5yr "warranty" with the Simonize product for "natural damage", I'll break even, but have a better looking car.

Maybe I'll do it later...maybe not. I figure whatever that junk is, the detailer will do the same thing with his paint sealant...

SoCal 370Z · 04-26-2009, 12:33 PM

Carry a detailing spray and microfiber/cloth with you (your choice of manufacturer) and use a sealant/wax. I alway, at the very least, either use a detailer after each wash or a sealant/wax. Bird dropping are especially hideous as they can contain various natural acids in them from the berries, and fruits birds eat. Bottom line—get that sh!t off ASAP!

Modshack · 04-26-2009, 12:59 PM

I think you'll find your warranty does not cover acidic bird poo, or other envoirnmental fallout.. A good detail guy can make the damage go away though..good luck!

AceSpade77 · 04-28-2009, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

I think you'll find your warranty does not cover acidic bird poo, or other envoirnmental fallout.. A good detail guy can make the damage go away though..good luck!

AHAHAHA i fell out my chair when i read this hahaha man...

drisko · 04-26-2009, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

Carry a detailing spray and microfiber/cloth with you (your choice of manufacturer) and use a sealant/wax. I alway, at the very least, either use a detailer after each wash or a sealant/wax. Bird dropping are especially hideous as they can contain various natural acids in them from the berries, and fruits birds eat. Bottom line—get that sh!t off ASAP!

I second that. Unfortunately, bird crap will irreversibly screw up your paint if it is hot out and you don't get it off quickly. The same thing happened to me on a 07 black Honda Civic I owned. A detailer can help diminish the visibility of the "etching" marks, but it will never look quite the same!

Sorry this happened to you...I definitely know how you feel.

axio · 04-26-2009, 04:13 PM

Same thing happened to me. Brand new base model in black. I washed it off within a few hours and it definitely screwed up the paint. I ended up having to clay bar and then polish it out. A week later, on my drive to work, i got hit by another bird and then I immediately washed it off as soon as i got to the office. Same thing, it already got through the clear. I've noticed that the paint on this car is VERY soft. It really sucks IMO that it can't even stand up to 30 minutes of bird crap. I've since put on a coat of Meguiar's NXT 2.0 wax to protect it, but i can't comment on how well it works against bird crap cuz i haven't gotten any on it since i put the wax on.

Another rant about the paint on this car: at least on the black, there is a TON of orange peeling.

I don't think Nissan did a good job on the paint with this car.

Ace · 04-26-2009, 04:29 PM

I have noticed he same thing about the paint on my red 370z. It is brand new, and takes nothing to get light scratches etc... to show up on the paint. I haven't washed mine yet and am actually dreading it. I have a sheepskin wash mit, will use the two bucket method and dry with microfiber cloths. Even with all these things I am not confident it will come out not showing light scratch marks / swirls etc... after.

>135I · 04-26-2009, 06:48 PM

Yea I have a small mark on the roof that if from bird crap and it ate thru my clean coat. Its hard to see unless you know its there. I use a carnauba wax on my car but it still happened.

axio · 04-27-2009, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by >135I

Yea I have a small mark on the roof that if from bird crap and it ate thru my clean coat. Its hard to see unless you know its there. I use a carnauba wax on my car but it still happened.

wax did nothing? that's really disappointing to hear... maybe i'll layer on two coats or something... but yeah, i'm not impressed with this Nissan paint at all. My wife and I have hondas for our other cars and the paint quality is so much better than Nissans... a lot less orange peeling than the crappy paint job our came with, and the paint is fairly hard and swirls and scratches don't show up as much.

And a few months ago some people on this forum were saying that our cars came with the self-healing paint... boy were they wrong.

AK370Z · 04-27-2009, 12:21 AM

It makes me wonder, what are these birds eating?

TRU370Z · 04-26-2009, 08:07 PM

That's one thing i like about Guam, the brown tree snakes have taken over the island and have almos completely wiped out the bird population here. I can park under any tree without worries lol!

Zerafian · 10-03-2009, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by TRU370Z

That's one thing i like about Guam, the brown tree snakes have taken over the island and have almos completely wiped out the bird population here. I can park under any tree without worries lol!

until a tree snake lands on your car while your getting into it

NXTAZEE · 10-03-2009, 03:37 PM

I recommend you spend some time on autopia.com, there are a couple others that are good as well, if you truly care about your car. Be very careful of the advice on car care from sites other than the ones mentioned. People here have good intentions but not necessarily the experience with paint care.

04-26-2009, 11:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
zcoupe09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: tri-state Posts: 312 Drives: 09 370z Touring m6 Rep Power: 17	*Bird Sht problem!!!! HELP!!! ok so i have a new BLACK 370z. I am very anal when it comes to keeping my cars clean and have had many black vehicles. Never have issues and always keep the car mint and in the garage. Heres the problem... went to home depot to pick up some light bulbs yesterday...85 degrees here in jersey...came out to see a lovely bird ** on my rear quarter panel. Freaked out of course drove home (approx. 15 min ) and immediately washed the vehicle. The bird SHT looks like it ate through the clear coat in a matter of 45 min tops...went to my detail guy around the corner he did a complimentary buff and light compound and tells me that it seems to have gone through the clear coat!! and recommends taking it back to the dealer. Im going first thing tomoro morning but does anyone have any advice or know if this is warrantied and what they will do? thanks for reading this long a* post. jreis4206@hotmail.com

04-26-2009, 12:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 34	Carry a detailing spray and microfiber/cloth with you (your choice of manufacturer) and use a sealant/wax. I alway, at the very least, either use a detailer after each wash or a sealant/wax. Bird dropping are especially hideous as they can contain various natural acids in them from the berries, and fruits birds eat. Bottom line—get that sh!t off ASAP! __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

04-26-2009, 12:59 PM	#5 (permalink)
Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 977	I think you'll find your warranty does not cover acidic bird poo, or other envoirnmental fallout.. A good detail guy can make the damage go away though..good luck! __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here!

04-26-2009, 06:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
>135I Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Radcliff, KY Age: 42 Posts: 409 Drives: 2003 Cobra Rep Power: 16	Yea I have a small mark on the roof that if from bird crap and it ate thru my clean coat. Its hard to see unless you know its there. I use a carnauba wax on my car but it still happened. __________________ I will miss my Z. I hope she goes to a good home.

04-27-2009, 12:21 AM	#12 (permalink)
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04-26-2009, 12:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1857	They'll probably tell you that you should have ordered their ValuGard bull$hit for $800.

04-26-2009, 04:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
axio Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 271 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 17	Same thing happened to me. Brand new base model in black. I washed it off within a few hours and it definitely screwed up the paint. I ended up having to clay bar and then polish it out. A week later, on my drive to work, i got hit by another bird and then I immediately washed it off as soon as i got to the office. Same thing, it already got through the clear. I've noticed that the paint on this car is VERY soft. It really sucks IMO that it can't even stand up to 30 minutes of bird crap. I've since put on a coat of Meguiar's NXT 2.0 wax to protect it, but i can't comment on how well it works against bird crap cuz i haven't gotten any on it since i put the wax on. Another rant about the paint on this car: at least on the black, there is a TON of orange peeling. I don't think Nissan did a good job on the paint with this car.

04-26-2009, 04:29 PM	#9 (permalink)
Ace Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 55 Drives: Red 09 370Z CS M6 Rep Power: 16	I have noticed he same thing about the paint on my red 370z. It is brand new, and takes nothing to get light scratches etc... to show up on the paint. I haven't washed mine yet and am actually dreading it. I have a sheepskin wash mit, will use the two bucket method and dry with microfiber cloths. Even with all these things I am not confident it will come out not showing light scratch marks / swirls etc... after.

04-26-2009, 08:07 PM	#13 (permalink)
TRU370Z Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dededo, Guam Posts: 42 Drives: 09 370Z MB 6MT Rep Power: 16	That's one thing i like about Guam, the brown tree snakes have taken over the island and have almos completely wiped out the bird population here. I can park under any tree without worries lol!

10-03-2009, 03:37 PM	#15 (permalink)
NXTAZEE Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 530 Drives: 2010 370Z 7AT Rep Power: 17	I recommend you spend some time on autopia.com, there are a couple others that are good as well, if you truly care about your car. Be very careful of the advice on car care from sites other than the ones mentioned. People here have good intentions but not necessarily the experience with paint care. __________________ 2010 Carbon Silver 370Z 7AT charcoal int. sports package \| Clear Bra \| Invidia Gemini CBE \| CF B-Pillars \| CF Fangs \| CF Z emblems \| Swift Springs \| 20mm & 25mm Spacers \| SPC Camber Arms \| Brushed Aluminum shift knob Last edited by NXTAZEE; 10-03-2009 at 03:39 PM.

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