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07-02-2012, 02:49 PM | #1652 | |
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Afterward you'll want to apply a sealant or wax to protect the finish again. Let me know if you have any other questions and I'll be happy to help. Greg @ DI |
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07-02-2012, 02:56 PM | #1653 | |
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If you polish or don't a wax certainly can help enhance the appearance. Two of my top choices would be the Chemical Guys 50/50 Limited Series Concours Paste Wax Version 2 and the Dodo Juice Rainforest Rub Soft Wax. Both look exceptional and really make the flake pop! If you want another choice that is more cost effective but still great the Chemical Guys XXX Hard Core Paste Wax is good deal! Don't forget we have FREE S/H through 7/4 with the code July4Ship12, no min spend. Let me know if you need a polish recommendation and if so let me know more about your vehicle. Take care! Greg @ DI |
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07-02-2012, 03:01 PM | #1654 | |
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07-02-2012, 03:34 PM | #1655 | |
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Steel wool can work pretty effectively. I'm not a huge fan of it though because if you use it repeatedly I fear it could add some faint scratches or potentially harm the finish. So if you use it try to do so sparingly just to be extra safe. You may also want to try a cleaner on it like the CarPro Iron X Iron Remover, which I've been using on the paint, wheels, etc. My other go to product is a quality metal polish like the P21S Finish Restorer. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask! Greg @ DI |
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07-02-2012, 03:41 PM | #1656 | |
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07-03-2012, 12:22 PM | #1659 | |
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Sorry about that, I sincerely wish we did too. We had so many problems with international shipments it was just too time consuming to continue on with. Hopefully we'll have it back at some point, but it will not be in the near future.
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08-06-2012, 11:44 AM | #1660 |
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Hey Greg,
What do you recommend for an inexpensive orbital? I plan on using a clay bar on my Barbara Red 335i to get rid of the bugs and contaminants, but after I do that, I'll want to use a light cleaner wax and a good sealer wax, and feel like an inexpensive orbital might make my life a lot easier. It's something I'll use once every 6-8 weeks just for upkeep on the one car. I'm not looking to recondition the paint or do anything particularly heavy though. Thanks for your help! -Dave |
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08-06-2012, 01:54 PM | #1661 | |
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08-11-2012, 10:34 PM | #1662 |
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I have a question o' wise one.
Today I've done the following: 1. Washed the car 2. Clayed the car 3. Used Menzerna's SIP PO83 with a cutting pad 4. Used Klasse's AIO with a polishing pad 5. Used 1 coat of Klasse's High Gloss with a finishing pad Now, in about 2-3 weeks, I will be washing my car again (Yes, black car - PITA), what are the suggested steps? Do I do all of the steps above all over again? I want to rebuild my paint due to neglect from the previous owner so I want to make sure that I'm doing it right. Thanks in advance! |
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08-21-2012, 01:40 PM | #1663 | |
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Dave, Unfortunately the very inexpensive units are usually not worth it because they don't have enough power to work in a polish and the pad/bonnets are not great for the paint. For a high quality buffer that is reasonably affordable the Porter Cable 7424 XP is a great choice, in a kit like this one DI Packages Porter Cable 7424XP 4" Basic Kit. If you have the time for a two step process I'd highly recommend getting a polish and sealant instead of a cleaner wax and a sealer wax, which would be somewhat redundant. By using a light polish like the Meguiar's Ultra Finishing Polish M205 you can clean the surface and remove some of the ultra fine swirls and oxidation. I would apply this with at least two white pads and then pick up one blue pad for the sealant. My favorite sealant is the Blackfire Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection but the Rejex Sealant will also work great. This combo should produce an incredible shine and protect the surface for months. Let me know if you have any other questions and I'll be happy to help. Greg @ DI |
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08-21-2012, 01:41 PM | #1664 |
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The Griot's Garage Random Orbital Polisher is a great choice as well for just a bit more money than the PC.
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08-21-2012, 01:46 PM | #1665 | |
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Glad to hear the detailing went well! In 2 - 3 weeks you'll have plenty of protection left on the surface so you don't have to do anything. Obviously a nice wash will help clean the surface and you can add that freshly detailed appearance with a quick coat of wax or a spray on product. The Chemical Guys HYBRID V7 - Optical Select High Gloss Spray Sealant is very popular for this task as it adds protection and a noticeable shine. With about 15 - 20 minutes the whole car should look like it was freshly detailed. Let me know if you have any other questions and I'll be happy to help. Greg @ DI |
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08-21-2012, 11:36 PM | #1666 | |
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08-22-2012, 04:29 AM | #1667 |
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The interior plastics/vinyl and leather is showing its age. What do you recommend I use to clean he polish these materials? I need a really good professional cleaner for my beige colored plastic and vinyl trims.
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08-22-2012, 02:03 PM | #1668 |
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What's your thought of Adams porter cable7424xp kit with swirl
Removal, polish and wax. (the 3 step kit ) comes with clay too. My car is a 09 jet black 335 with some swirls. Thanks |
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08-23-2012, 01:40 PM | #1669 | |
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08-23-2012, 01:51 PM | #1670 | |
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If you have hard plastic surfaces or coated surfaces you can clean and protect them with the Einszett 1Z Cockpit Premium. This is a great interior cleaner and protectant I use all over. Don't forget to save 10% off with the e90post coupon code. I hope this info was helpful! Greg @ DI |
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08-23-2012, 02:46 PM | #1671 | |
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If interested in learning more about the M105 and M205 combo check out these articles: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...ars-m105-m205/ http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...-cut-compound/ http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...-cable-7424xp/ We have a nice package deal here DI Packages PC 7424XP with M105, M205 and 5.5" pads or the very cost effective DI Packages Porter Cable 7424XP, Meguiar's Polishes and Hydro Pads Basic Kit. We also have a good clay bar and lube it here DI Packages DI Gentle Fine Grade Clay Bar 100g & Clay Lube. Lastly we offer free shipping on all orders over $149 with the coupon code DIFREE. I hope this info helps! Greg @ DI |
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