Detailing question
#81
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Prinz. I got a set of the Edge pads. But I've read that they don't work well w/ the random orbitals. Have you read anything about these Edge pad having problems with straight rotary polishers?
Many peeps who use the Edge pads don't have problems with them on rotaries.
#82
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Not a ton. I usually just make a long thin line where I want to polish
How do you clean wool pads anyway?
How do you clean wool pads anyway?
#83
Originally Posted by MrGone
Just read up on different products and see what ones you think you'll like the most. There aren't really any "bests", it just depends.
I personally have been really happy with Optimum and Poorboys stuff. I haven't really had a chance to try much outside of them besides stuff from Meguiars. People seem to be happy with ClearKote. Same with Menzerna. etc.
I personally have been really happy with Optimum and Poorboys stuff. I haven't really had a chance to try much outside of them besides stuff from Meguiars. People seem to be happy with ClearKote. Same with Menzerna. etc.
It also depends on the paint that's on the vehicle as well. Some vehicles have softer clears than others (e.g. Hondas). Some have no clearcoat (e.g. Lexus (Certain colors), Older VWs). Some have hard clears (e.g. Nissan). Some have ceramic based clears (e.g. Mercedes, BMW)
You have to learn which polish is going to give you the best bang for the buck on your surface.
#84
So after doing some searching, I'm seeing lots of positive reviews for the Ultima Paint Prep Plus and Paint Guard Plus
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/ultima.html
This stuff is expensive, but the reviews make me think it's worth it.......The only thing I don't understand is why people apply it by hand. I thought you always used a machine to apply wax/sealant....???
:headspin:
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/ultima.html
This stuff is expensive, but the reviews make me think it's worth it.......The only thing I don't understand is why people apply it by hand. I thought you always used a machine to apply wax/sealant....???
:headspin:
#85
Originally Posted by 95maxrider
I noticed a lot of people selling their SFX products. Do you think it's worth buying the SFX 1 2 and 3, or do you prefer another line of products? They seem to be priced right, and with the review DavidB did I have a nice outline of how to use them.
Can I use the AIO in addition to the SFX line?
Are you waiting for the updated UDM or are you just gonna return it for updates? I think with this 15% discount I have I should buy it now and worry about updates later...
Thanks
Can I use the AIO in addition to the SFX line?
Are you waiting for the updated UDM or are you just gonna return it for updates? I think with this 15% discount I have I should buy it now and worry about updates later...
Thanks
#86
Originally Posted by 95maxrider
Too many products....head is spinning. They are pushing Ultimate, Ultima...I can't tell if they are good products or if they're pushing them because they're sponsors for the site
I don't mind spending a few extra bucks if a product line has a great reputation, but there seems to be a never ending line of products, and without trying each, it's very difficult to decide.
I don't mind spending a few extra bucks if a product line has a great reputation, but there seems to be a never ending line of products, and without trying each, it's very difficult to decide.
#87
Well I'm going out of town, and wanted to get this 15% discount before it expired, so I just plopped down some dough....here's my order:
UDM, with DAS pad bundle and bonnet
Clay Magic
Ultima Paint Prep Plus
Ultima Paint Guard Plus
If I'm not satisfied, they always have their 100% satisfaction return policy
UDM, with DAS pad bundle and bonnet
Clay Magic
Ultima Paint Prep Plus
Ultima Paint Guard Plus
If I'm not satisfied, they always have their 100% satisfaction return policy
#89
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Let me know if you get it today, how to pay, and how fast you can get it to me. If you are busy, I can PP and you can throw it in the mail.
got it today
I'll drop it off at your house tomorrow after class (11:30ish)
If you want you can just leave money/check in a super secret location ( )
I'm like a little kid at Christmas with my stuff
#90
Wee! How much again? I forgot where I left the $ last time. haha
BTW the Avalon will prob be outside. You can inspect my crappy wool pad/Optimum job. There's still swirls marks. Don't know if it's the wool pad or the technique (ie.. too much angle on the pad while polishing)
BTW the Avalon will prob be outside. You can inspect my crappy wool pad/Optimum job. There's still swirls marks. Don't know if it's the wool pad or the technique (ie.. too much angle on the pad while polishing)
#91
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Wee! How much again? I forgot where I left the $ last time. haha
#94
Jeffro, it was
Edge 2K Drive Adapter 5/8" Thread $17.99
Optimum Car Wax $15.99
the shipping for those two was $8.99
(the actual order was $177.91 plus shipping was $18.99 lol, so I ordered more)
$33.98 for the two things plus $4 shipping?
Edge 2K Drive Adapter 5/8" Thread $17.99
Optimum Car Wax $15.99
the shipping for those two was $8.99
(the actual order was $177.91 plus shipping was $18.99 lol, so I ordered more)
$33.98 for the two things plus $4 shipping?
#98
Thanks for the pics and cropping the rock chips. But yeah, those are the swirls I left.
This is after using the Optimium compound then Optimum polish w/ the wool pad.
Maybe I need the Poliseal and a foam? Or Optimum polish with foam?
This is after using the Optimium compound then Optimum polish w/ the wool pad.
Maybe I need the Poliseal and a foam? Or Optimum polish with foam?
#99
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Thanks for the pics and cropping the rock chips. But yeah, those are the swirls I left.
This is after using the Optimium compound then Optimum polish w/ the wool pad.
Maybe I need the Poliseal and a foam? Or Optimum polish with foam?
This is after using the Optimium compound then Optimum polish w/ the wool pad.
Maybe I need the Poliseal and a foam? Or Optimum polish with foam?
I haven't used the poli-seal yet but I think you may have to use Optimum Polish for those. I'd try the Poli-Seal first then step up if it isn't cutting it.
#100
After reading the Polish directions, it says you can use both a wool or light foam pad. but using the foam pad would remove lighter imperfections.
I guess I'll try a foam pad and Polish so see what happens on the Avalon.
On the G, I'll use a foam and Poli-Seal as said. I was examining the swirls on the g and they are pretty minor. But there are some light rubs/scratches where I might have to do some spot polish with the Polish or compound the following the poli-seal.
I guess I'll try a foam pad and Polish so see what happens on the Avalon.
On the G, I'll use a foam and Poli-Seal as said. I was examining the swirls on the g and they are pretty minor. But there are some light rubs/scratches where I might have to do some spot polish with the Polish or compound the following the poli-seal.
#102
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Thanks for the pics and cropping the rock chips. But yeah, those are the swirls I left.
Mostly whats in gone's pics are streaks...notice how they're regularly spaced like buffer marks? Sometimes you have to buff a lot and even use some QD to get all the product off.
it pays to be a **** about turning your towels. fold in half twice and use one. side. at. a. time. so you're always using relatively clean towel. Sometimes you just have to make two passes, the second with a new towel, and sometimes you need qd to get product off.
Also...
...DONT DETAIL IN THE SUN....and the stuff won't dry on there.
#104
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I don't think they are streaks. I mean it's been a week and I've washed the car once already. YOu sure?
I could be wrong though.
#109
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Well I did something wrong. What is "proper"? For now, I think it's the wool bonnet. BUT I do remember having tilt the jack out of the rotary to keep the the thing from jumping.
I think you overdid it, but read up on Autopia. Hit it with the foam pad and go way easier this time. 1500RPM is about the max you would ever want to use, and you can go much lower than that on delicate areas or if you are just having trouble controlling the machine. If the thing was jumping around on you, then I think you really need to ease up on it. I also think the wool pad was too much.
#110
+1 on foam pads
Wool pads will usually induce new marring. You always need to follow up with a foam pad at a slower speed. Wool is very harsh on the clear coat. Id also check and see how much you are heating up the surface. Make sure you're not sitting in one spot too long.
Wool pads will usually induce new marring. You always need to follow up with a foam pad at a slower speed. Wool is very harsh on the clear coat. Id also check and see how much you are heating up the surface. Make sure you're not sitting in one spot too long.
#112
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I think it was jumping because the wool pad is very small or the surface was too dirty. I was using another rotary w/ a larger wool pad (7-8") and it didn't jump at all.
#113
I think that's it. BUT I was using the other rotary w/ the larger pad and it didn't jump. Odd.
In the end, I used the small unit (because it's 10x quieter than my old one (bearings are shot). But the problem is I had to tilt the crap out of it. Probably another reason why the swirls are there.
In the end, I used the small unit (because it's 10x quieter than my old one (bearings are shot). But the problem is I had to tilt the crap out of it. Probably another reason why the swirls are there.
#114
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I think that's it. BUT I was using the other rotary w/ the larger pad and it didn't jump. Odd.
In the end, I used the small unit (because it's 10x quieter than my old one (bearings are shot). But the problem is I had to tilt the crap out of it. Probably another reason why the swirls are there.
In the end, I used the small unit (because it's 10x quieter than my old one (bearings are shot). But the problem is I had to tilt the crap out of it. Probably another reason why the swirls are there.
#116
Jeff, what I was quoting before was related to the surface being dirty. Did you mean the surface with dirty with compound dust? Or the surface was actually dirty?
You shouldn't be doing ANY compounding on a surface that needs to be washed. I always keep a bottle of QD spray handy after i've done a few passes of Rubbing Compound. Since that compound dusts so easily, I always clean up the surface after a few passes.
I never do any detailing on a dirty car either. Good way to introduce new scratches.
You shouldn't be doing ANY compounding on a surface that needs to be washed. I always keep a bottle of QD spray handy after i've done a few passes of Rubbing Compound. Since that compound dusts so easily, I always clean up the surface after a few passes.
I never do any detailing on a dirty car either. Good way to introduce new scratches.
#118
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Not dirty as in "needed to be washed". But dirty as in a ton of contaminants on the paint. ie.. really clogs up the wool pad.
Helps reduce the marring that's sometimes created from cutting through the clear.
#120
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Would this "marring" be able to be felt by hand? ie.. rougher texture?
It can be corrected by following up with a foam polishing pad and a lighter compound.