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07-08-2012, 08:38 PM
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Also, I need some info on compounding. Not every car needs to be compounded right? If not, how can I determine if mine needs it?
Im doing a full detail on the car soon. Im going to use Mezerna SIP. Id just like to know what to do before that, aside from the typical washes, clay, ect.
Sorry if this has already been covered, 81 pages is a lot to read through.
07-08-2012, 10:38 PM
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After claying, if the car isn't being compounded or polished do you still do an IPA wipedown? It seems like clay lube leaves residue on the paint that would effect bonding of the sealant.
07-09-2012, 03:59 PM
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Jeff -
Wetsanding key scratches out of vertical panels...
Friend with a 2012 Subaru Legacy has two key scratches (on of them finger nail catches, the other it barely catches). I don't want to wetsand them if I don't have to, but I have a feeling it will definitely be needed. I have on hand some meguiars 2000, 2500, and 3000 unigrit sand paper. Is it safe to start with 2000 and work my way up to 3000 then compound with some M105? The car has a metallic paint so I'm not sure if I'd be better off grabbing some touch up paint and filling the scratches, letting them cure, then wetsand afterwards. I can probably get pictures if needed.
Wetsanding key scratches out of vertical panels...
Friend with a 2012 Subaru Legacy has two key scratches (on of them finger nail catches, the other it barely catches). I don't want to wetsand them if I don't have to, but I have a feeling it will definitely be needed. I have on hand some meguiars 2000, 2500, and 3000 unigrit sand paper. Is it safe to start with 2000 and work my way up to 3000 then compound with some M105? The car has a metallic paint so I'm not sure if I'd be better off grabbing some touch up paint and filling the scratches, letting them cure, then wetsand afterwards. I can probably get pictures if needed.
07-09-2012, 06:40 PM
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Jeff -
Wetsanding key scratches out of vertical panels...
Friend with a 2012 Subaru Legacy has two key scratches (on of them finger nail catches, the other it barely catches). I don't want to wetsand them if I don't have to, but I have a feeling it will definitely be needed. I have on hand some meguiars 2000, 2500, and 3000 unigrit sand paper. Is it safe to start with 2000 and work my way up to 3000 then compound with some M105? The car has a metallic paint so I'm not sure if I'd be better off grabbing some touch up paint and filling the scratches, letting them cure, then wetsand afterwards. I can probably get pictures if needed.
Wetsanding key scratches out of vertical panels...
Friend with a 2012 Subaru Legacy has two key scratches (on of them finger nail catches, the other it barely catches). I don't want to wetsand them if I don't have to, but I have a feeling it will definitely be needed. I have on hand some meguiars 2000, 2500, and 3000 unigrit sand paper. Is it safe to start with 2000 and work my way up to 3000 then compound with some M105? The car has a metallic paint so I'm not sure if I'd be better off grabbing some touch up paint and filling the scratches, letting them cure, then wetsand afterwards. I can probably get pictures if needed.
07-09-2012, 07:02 PM
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I see alot of members talking about purchasing a Porter Cable and wanted to pass along a great deal I recently found. It's $94.50 for the Griots Garage polisher which includes a backing plate. Overall, the Griots is a more powerful unit than the PC and has a much more quiet motor. I own both, but if I were able to start over, I would have ordered the Griots.
http://www.bjs.com/webapp/wcs/stores...7&sc_cid=affil
Great deal and a fantastic unit.
http://www.bjs.com/webapp/wcs/stores...7&sc_cid=affil
Great deal and a fantastic unit.
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07-09-2012, 07:36 PM
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The site says 5%, but my order went through without any surcharge being added. I did have to pay sales tax because they have stores in Ohio.
Subtotal: $89.99
Tax: $6.30
Shipping: $0.00
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Instant Savings: ($0.00)
Non-Member Surcharge (0%): $0.00
Total $96.29
Todd
Subtotal: $89.99
Tax: $6.30
Shipping: $0.00
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Instant Savings: ($0.00)
Non-Member Surcharge (0%): $0.00
Total $96.29
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07-09-2012, 08:30 PM
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I read quite a few pages and didnt see the answer i was looking for. Sorry if this is a reask, but My dash the padded part, is gettin dry n fading slightly is there anything I can put on it to slow down or help reverse the damage??
07-10-2012, 01:08 AM
#1637
i have one as well... i was talking to a local detail guy and he said that after he washes a car, rinses it off and leaves it wet, gets new soapy water and uses the soapy water to claybar the car...he says it saves time... have you heard of this and will it work about the same as using the spray..
07-10-2012, 10:31 AM
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Well I couldnt find Tarminator at only store locally, tried Advanced Auto and Pep Boys. Jeff, if it is clear coat damage which I think it is, repaints the only option I assume? Is it typical for wax to mask this? I really never noticed it to the severity until after I did a dawn wash. Its almost like I burned through the paint with a rotary when Im only using a Griots 6"..
07-10-2012, 03:11 PM
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i have one as well... i was talking to a local detail guy and he said that after he washes a car, rinses it off and leaves it wet, gets new soapy water and uses the soapy water to claybar the car...he says it saves time... have you heard of this and will it work about the same as using the spray..