AlmondRocca

I bought some Meguairs Quik Detailer. I used it just as the directions say to, but it completly destroyed my clearcoat. Its so swirled and scratched I could cry. I just got anew paint job in December. I bought some Turtle wax rubbing compound to try to rid the scratches. It helped some, but its still tons of swirls. Should i try the rubbing compound with an orbital buffer? what product is good fro getting scratches out? TIA

Black C5 Z06

It wasn't the detailer.
It was the towel you used.
Man, I know how you feel, that blows.
Hopefully someone can chime in here in a sec.

Tudds

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Sounds like you don't know what you are doing so maybe putting a motorized machine to your car isn't a good idea. Use google to find the correct methods

phantomzer0

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Anyway you can NOT be a total dick to the guy? Next time you need help remind me to flame you, kthnxbye

phantomzer0

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I would take it to a professional detailer to get it buffed out. Some car washes have pretty decent buff packages. If all else fails take it to the shop where you got it painted, I'm sure they can buff it out for a small charge.

Ricks99ls1

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ya whenever wipin off wax/quick detailer sprays etc. you always wanna use a clean ,microfiber towel, and in some cases that will even leave tiny scratches, a body shop/detailer with rubbing compound and a buffer could take that out no problem, i paint cars for a living, so i have gone through that a couple time on fresh paint jobs, the rubbing compound generally hasan aggressive grit in it to rid paint of scratches, and the buffer heats up the clear making it shine, this is compounding and buffing 101, goodluck ive been there before its not a big deal

dudemandanman

sounds like it was caused by using the wrong type of rag, or the car was too dirty to use a quick detailer. either way the damage is done.

i would suggest finding a real good professional detailer to take care of it. it sould polish right out.

goodluck!!

chupr0kabra

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AlmondRocca: Post some pictures, if possible, so we can get an idea what sort of damage we're talking about. It's likely nothing a good detailer can't fix, unless you applied the detailing spray with 60 grit sandpaper.

You didn't apply the detailing spray with 60 grit sandpaper, did you?


-Mike

NOBR8KSS

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I think that the Turtle Wax compound is pretty aggressive as well. There are some great products available that will help you buff them our yourself, but if this is a one time thing, it might be a large investment for you.
If you want to do it yourself, you would need a Porter Cable 7424, some good foam pads, and some mild polishing compounds like Menzerna or Tropicare.
You should defintely invest in a good set of microfiber towels. You can get a good starter kit for about $40 that contains a mitt, drying towel, polishing clothes, and even glass and leather clothes.
Don't sweat the swirl marks, you will learn how to take those out with very little effort.

Gipraw

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Post some pics, and we can guide you down the correct road.

don't use the turtle wax compounds .. there are hundreds of products onthe market that are bette than those.

Let us see where you are, and we will give you some guidance ..

Where are you located? Maybe you are near one of us ..

bboyferal

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Pics would be good here.

tones2SS

One possible solution?!?!
ZAINO Z5!!!! Awesome product. Will take out surface scratches/swirl marks with a single application. Doesn't need to be applied too hard to the car. Just make sure it is left on the car for at least 30 minutes and NOT IN SUNLIGHT!!!
BE SURE YOU ORDER MICROFIBER BUFFING TOWELS to take/buff the polish off.
This makes A HUGE difference. And will not scratch your paint.
GOOD LUCK!!!

chupr0kabra

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I like Z5, but "will take out surface scratches/swirl marks with a single application" is completely false. Z5 is loaded with fillers, which fill in the scratches and swirls, rather than removing them. Once it wears off, they're back. I still say the best solution is an appropriately abrasive polish, to REMOVE the imperfections. Then he can use Z5 as a glaze and top it with Z2. Or any other combination of sealants and/or waxes.


-Mike

wannafbody

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QD's are not waterless washes. Get a PC from Tropicare and some good quality 3m compound and swirl cutter.

Brian2006

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phantomzero for president

AlmondRocca

I did use a microfiber rag. It said it was at least. I dunno. I bought some Eagle One Nanowax, and it seems to at least cover up the swirls. I waxed it today, so we'll see how long it lasts. Thanks for all the input yall.

ReFtheMC

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I Say Just Invest In That TropiCare Package They Have, Looks Like Everyone Really Likes It....

LS1 Eddie

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Stop. Put the rubbing compound down. Take it to a GOOD detail shop, have them buff it. I could sit here and explain to you how to buff it if you want but it's gonna take a while so PM me if you think you want to give it a shot. But still, I would rather see you take it to a place that has experience.

beaSSt

Another thing to consider is that you should get yourself a California Car Duster or something the same to use before you use your detailing spray.

There is always lots of dust and even sand can be on your paint so you want to remove all the loose and abrasive stuff before detailing with a spray and cloth.

The combo of a good duster and detailer can make your car look great -- I do it all the time and don't get paint damage on my Black SS.

NightWindDriftr

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If you do choose to go the Cali Car Duster route, make sure it has a few uses in or it will streak. An MF towel is more than sufficient to dust your car, however.