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Looks good folks. Lots of hard work to get that shine.
Well done.
Well done.
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@Dub just ran into this post while playing with the mobile app for this forum.Personally, I like to try new products until I find what suits me the best, and what I have found after using endless products, is that if want protection over gloss go with a sealant, and if you want the car show look, but not as much protection use a high quality wax. I use a Griot's Polisher for the power polishing and buffing, but as for products, I use these:
Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss.
Griot's clay bar set.
Menzerna compound (they have different cutting power for your specific needs, swirlmarks, scratches, etc)
Menzerna Super Finish Plus.
Swissvax Scuderia (pricy, but you can beat the gloss, shine or depth)
Like I said I've used several other products, including many sealants and waxes, and this combination is by far my favorite. (For now, anyway, I'll continue to look for better).
@Dub just ran into this post while playing with the mobile app for this forum.
Wanted to bring something to your attention. Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss is a stripping soap. Not to be used regularly. It has an active citrus agent that strips any waxes or sealants.
OK, good to know. I use some Dawn before doing a cut polish/wax ... which might you think is better ?
B
Thanks Toxic, and yes I'm aware of that, which is why I use it yearly. Like I mentioned I like to continually try new products that come to market, from reputable suppliers, so it's essential to get the previous years products/chemicals removed.@Dub just ran into this post while playing with the mobile app for this forum.
Wanted to bring something to your attention. Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss is a stripping soap. Not to be used regularly. It has an active citrus agent that strips any waxes or sealants.
Thanks Toxic, and yes I'm aware of that, which is why I use it yearly. Like I mentioned I like to continually try new products that come to market, from reputable suppliers, so it's essential to get the previous years products/chemicals removed.
Hey Elton ... Here's one for you.Any product favorites Dub? Would love to hear your feedback.
I have to say for me I like the Menzerna products for compounding and finishing polishes, and Swissvax is by far my favorite wax to date, but in my opinion it's way to expensive for what you get, but a little bit goes a long way. The biggest mistake people make when using wax, is using too much! It doesn't hurt anything, except the pocket book, as it is just a waste if you're using too much each time.Any product favorites Dub? Would love to hear your feedback.
I really like the AutoGlym products, and I'm not sure if you've tried their wax, but I love working with their wax. It's one of the easiest to work with, and when I did my '12 Mustang GT I did 3 coats, and left the 3rd coat on overnight......YES overnight. It came off with no problem at all, and outlasted some more expensive waxes I've used. Btw your car looks great, very nice pic!Mequiars Ultimate Synthetic wax and Lucas SlickMist for the detail shine... On the older autos, AutoGlym Super resin polish and claybar if required... They seem to work great for me, they don't break the bank and the Mequiars Ulyimate synthetic wax is super user friendly and lasts longer than the non synthetic brands I've tried...IMO
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Hey Elton ... Here's one for you.
I launched my Boat this Summer and it stays on a lift in the water.
Found I had nothing better to do one day as I passed by my empty boat trailer.
Decided to get PERL out and do the tires as the wheels are kinda fancy and the tires looked like crap.
Well ...
People walking by my empty boat trailer are now checking it out with one asking me where I got the trailer.
That PERL you recommended is absolutely unreal with this type of reaction.
I have to say for me I like the Menzerna products for compounding and finishing polishes, and Swissvax is by far my favorite wax to date, but in my opinion it's way to expensive for what you get, but a little bit goes a long way. The biggest mistake people make when using wax, is using too much! It doesn't hurt anything, except the pocket book, as it is just a waste if you're using too much each time.
I would love to hear what your fav's are, for your personal vehicles?
Great thread here. Thanks for sharing.
My C6 is black and while I love the colour, keeping it clean is a PITA. It seems to be an absolute dust magnet and I find the paint very soft. Was thinking about doing a Ceramic Coating. Any thoughts? Can you get good results from home kits?
Also, the front bumper and lower edge of the wheel wells seem to be fading - is this paint wear from road sand and dirt?
Rick
Lol. Bring it out here !! Somebody here will gladly assist you. I'm sure you can find 2 solid recommendations.Stunning. Wish I had the energy to do mine.