Wax/polish recommendations
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That's not to say it's not a great product, because I do believe it is.
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So I bought meguiars ultimate compund to try and get rid of some of my water spots. Can I apply that and then my zaino products?
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You can give it a try for sure. If by machine - awesome, if by hand... eeek. Going to be tough. By hand make sure to use circular motions and take your time.
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I got some fine lines in the clear from a wash towel or chamois. Any recommendations? I do have some of the megs compound but didn't use any yet. Black paint is scary.
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Don't let any of it get you down though: we all start somewhere and can learn quickly. Researching proper car care will lead you to not waste money on products you don't need, while spending money on the right things leading to your car looking better-than-ever.
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Well from what I was informed from a pro detailer I met. It was the chamois. It's now in the garbage. Need some tips on repairing the damage done. Nothing deep but noticeable to me for sure. I've got tools but never did any polishing on black. Hate to make things worse.
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Well from what I was informed from a pro detailer I met. It was the chamois. It's now in the garbage. Need some tips on repairing the damage done. Nothing deep but noticeable to me for sure. I've got tools but never did any polishing on black. Hate to make things worse.
Polishing is what will fix it, but it's hard to truly recommend someone do something this risky I hope you can understand. Basically, you'll need to shave down your clear-coat to have a completely level and scratch-free finish. Of course I'm only talking somewhere from 2-5 thousandths of a millimeter.
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You can give it a try for sure. If by machine - awesome, if by hand... eeek. Going to be tough. By hand make sure to use circular motions and take your time.
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See the full documentation of this one here: https://themustangsource.com/f659/70...k-life-499135/
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I'll give you a hint: it'll take a lot longer than 4 hours. The following took 14 hours with two guys working:
See the full documentation of this one here: https://themustangsource.com/f659/70...k-life-499135/
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http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=412599
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If you want to read an even more in-depth write-up on a black car, take a look at this:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=412599
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=412599
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VW GTI with LOTS of work:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...utolavish.html
Buick Grand National with wet-sanding:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...utolavish.html
600hp SL55 AMG:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...-michigan.html
Camaro SS:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...kerckaert.html
Porsche 911 Turbo Cab:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...even-pham.html
CTS-V:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...otography.html
Audi RS-4:
http://www.autopia.org/forum/click-b...utolavish.html
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This is so true Marc! The prep work is key to great results. It seems you're though process is very similar to mine. Are you a member on Meguiars Online, too?
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Very much so! I don't post on MOL (especially with Mike Phillips leaving), nor even autogeekonline anymore. Most posting is on local sites, or Autopia and Autopiaforums.
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Great info here Marc. I'm debating right now on just paying a pro to take care of my finish. Any product or technique tips on temporary cover ups of swirls or light scratches until I can drop it off for a few days. Too bad you guys aren't located down here. You would have my business for sure.
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So, I'm new to the clay bar and Blackfire method, but find that it's really easy to do and lends great results. . . . at least on my blue granite metallic duramax. My black GT ( on the way) might be more challenging.
So. Marc, Question: If I wash/dry properly, clay bar every 4 to 6 months followed by BFWD, can I expect a deep black shine for many, many years? If so, I can definately keep up with that routine...
Again, thanks for your great input on this thread.
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So. Marc, Question: If I wash/dry properly, clay bar every 4 to 6 months followed by BFWD, can I expect a deep black shine for many, many years? If so, I can definately keep up with that routine...
Again, thanks for your great input on this thread.
Best,
TS