Getting started with paint correction
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I would recommend the Lake Country Flat Pads. These pads are still some of the best. I would get these. They are thinner than the one's you posted. Thinner pads mean more rotation and better correction. You will take full advantage of the PC's power.
http://www.autodetailingsolutions.ne...k-special.html
It's hard to say. The test spot will be the teller of how soft or hard the paint it. If this is more of a show car then a carnauba wax would probably be the way to go. I have used and like Meguiar's M26.
Since you have custom paint it may be harder to match the paint for those chips. It doesn't matter if the paint is hard or soft if a rock is flying at high speeds. But Dr. Color Chip and Langka make good kits.
http://www.autodetailingsolutions.ne...k-special.html
It's hard to say. The test spot will be the teller of how soft or hard the paint it. If this is more of a show car then a carnauba wax would probably be the way to go. I have used and like Meguiar's M26.
Since you have custom paint it may be harder to match the paint for those chips. It doesn't matter if the paint is hard or soft if a rock is flying at high speeds. But Dr. Color Chip and Langka make good kits.
I had always heard that dish soap shouldn't be used very frequently and it would remove wax/sealants/etc. I didn't realize about the surfactants but you make a good point that I'm sure the clay and polishing will remove any wax/sealants anyway.
I have an old electric leaf blower that I have been using for a while to dry my car. I actually placed a huge order at the rag company last year so I'm set on waffle weave and edgeless towels. I usually follow up the leaf blower drying with a waffle weave to pick up any remaining water.
I'll pick up some Ultimate Compound like you suggested and give that a try before moving onto M105 when I have experience. Also, I'll stick with the Lake pads when making my first purchase. Is AutoGeek a good place to buy what I need? I would prefer just to buy everything I need all at once.
I had the previous owner send me a picture of the paint label for what was applied to my car. I know absolutely nothing about paint and I have tried doing research but I am at a loss to what any of the numbers mean.
1 Quart - Spies Hecker - Permacron Base Coat Series 293
Tinting Guide - Mix Size: SP(3.13 % of Gal) 4.0 oz
MB582 Trans. Maroon 26.5
MB579 Brilliant Gold 78.2
MB558 Brilliant Silver Coars 85.1
MB532 Trans. Ochre 100.1
MB799 Effect Additive 104.2
MB510 Effect Silver 109
MB524 Trans. Red 112.9
MB502 Black 113.9
Check out automotive touch up. I bought touch up paint from them before and it matches very well. They may be able to match your paint based on the info you have.
As far ordering stuff
Autogeek is always having a sale. Good place to order when you order multiple items. Their shipping rates can sometimes kill a small order. I read on the forum if one orders over the phone the shipping rates are a little cheaper.
Autopia Car Care is the sister site to Autogeek. They also have good sales.
The link I put for the pads has some stuff their. I have ordered from him before.
Detailed Image, Detailing.com, Amazon are other places that are good.
As far ordering stuff
Autogeek is always having a sale. Good place to order when you order multiple items. Their shipping rates can sometimes kill a small order. I read on the forum if one orders over the phone the shipping rates are a little cheaper.
Autopia Car Care is the sister site to Autogeek. They also have good sales.
The link I put for the pads has some stuff their. I have ordered from him before.
Detailed Image, Detailing.com, Amazon are other places that are good.
