I will make another thread in the photo section for the before/after shots once I get everything and have a go at it!
Help me with my detail kit, please!
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Be careful when using the HF backing plate ( if you plan on using it ). There are some complaints of it failing.
The two-step process you mentioned should work fine, but IIRC, the GM paints can sometimes be a bit on the harder side so it may take some effort to correct.
The Menzerna Power Finish product may be a good match for your polishing needs. It is a medium-cut polish that finishes LSP ready for most paints:
http://www.detailersdomain.com/Menzerna-PF2500-Power-Finish-Pint_p_218.html
Menzerna Power Finish removed the holograms:
http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums/shine-show/35273-toyota-prius-de-carmaxed.html
The Menzerna Power Finish product may be a good match for your polishing needs. It is a medium-cut polish that finishes LSP ready for most paints:
http://www.detailersdomain.com/Menzerna-PF2500-Power-Finish-Pint_p_218.html
Menzerna Power Finish removed the holograms:
http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums/shine-show/35273-toyota-prius-de-carmaxed.html
Originally Posted By: bourne
Be careful when using the HF backing plate ( if you plan on using it ). There are some complaints of it failing.
I already ordered a 5 inch Astro Pneumatic backing plate. Hopefully it will be better than the HF plate. The HF plate will be saved for a backup, or for doing non car related things with larger pads.
Be careful when using the HF backing plate ( if you plan on using it ). There are some complaints of it failing.
I already ordered a 5 inch Astro Pneumatic backing plate. Hopefully it will be better than the HF plate. The HF plate will be saved for a backup, or for doing non car related things with larger pads.
Originally Posted By: sciphi
Originally Posted By: bourne
Be careful when using the HF backing plate ( if you plan on using it ). There are some complaints of it failing.
I already ordered a 5 inch Astro Pneumatic backing plate. Hopefully it will be better than the HF plate. The HF plate will be saved for a backup, or for doing non car related things with larger pads.
But now you are talking about *real* money! Seriously, still quite cheap compared to your original plan and you would be thrilled with the results.
Originally Posted By: bourne
Be careful when using the HF backing plate ( if you plan on using it ). There are some complaints of it failing.
I already ordered a 5 inch Astro Pneumatic backing plate. Hopefully it will be better than the HF plate. The HF plate will be saved for a backup, or for doing non car related things with larger pads.
But now you are talking about *real* money! Seriously, still quite cheap compared to your original plan and you would be thrilled with the results.
I'm in this for about $120 so far. Not too shabby. It would have cost about that much to get one car detailed, and this way I have enough for the springtime also.
What is the exact recommended backing plate for the HF DA?
Originally Posted By: TrevorS
What is the exact recommended backing plate for the HF DA?
I got this one: http://www.amazon.com/Astro-Pneumatic-46...tic+backing+pad
From the reviews, it is inexpensive and does what it says it should. I get mine later this week, and will update once I do.
What is the exact recommended backing plate for the HF DA?
I got this one: http://www.amazon.com/Astro-Pneumatic-46...tic+backing+pad
From the reviews, it is inexpensive and does what it says it should. I get mine later this week, and will update once I do.
As a former detailer who used work a car dealership. To echo the advice that you may have heard on MOL use the lightest pad/
Liquid combo first to try to fix it.
But I would go M205 with a polishing pad on the trunk provided that you have primed it first with a little product on the face of the pad. Then use the M205 again with a finishing pad.Clean the polish off the panel and spray a little bit of Quick detailer on the car to get a little more shine out of the remaining polish that's on the pad.
Liquid combo first to try to fix it.
But I would go M205 with a polishing pad on the trunk provided that you have primed it first with a little product on the face of the pad. Then use the M205 again with a finishing pad.Clean the polish off the panel and spray a little bit of Quick detailer on the car to get a little more shine out of the remaining polish that's on the pad.
Thanks for all the tips!
I did the Cruze's drivers side today, and it really popped once I was done!
I did the Cruze's drivers side today, and it really popped once I was done!
Got the rest of the car today. Not absolute perfection, but pretty good for a first-timer using consumer-grade stuff.
Originally Posted By: Vikas
You know the drill! Where are the pictures?
I made a separate thread in the photo section: https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/posts/3098220/
You know the drill! Where are the pictures?
I made a separate thread in the photo section: https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/posts/3098220/
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