hi (help pls)

[Murr1525]

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1. Wash
2. Probably dont need to clay again, unless you missed some spots.
3. ScratchX
4. Polish
5. Wax

What it Means to Remove a Scratch

How To Remove Swirls By Hand

How to correctly apply ScratchX to remove swirls and scratches

[corsad]

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super! thanks a lot

[Megafast13]

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Wash
(Don't Clay Again)
ScratchX
Polish
Wax

[Mike Phillips]

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The most important thing about getting good results when using a paint cleaner to remove swirls is to first, do a Test Spot

After you confirm you're getting good results in your test spot then continue around the car working only small sections at a time and be sure to overlap a little into the previous section for uniform coverage.

Use a clean, foam applicator pad like one of these to apply your products,




Look at the section on the hood below, this was another member's test spot, in this case you can see they taped off a square section to do the test spot but you don't actually have to use painter's tape and tape off a section, you just want to make your test spot section about this size.





Each panel, panel = a door, or a hood, or a roof, etc, needs to be broken up into small sections, about a foot square and then each of these small sections needs to be rubbed-out meticulously, evenly and thoroughly in order to leave a uniform, clear finish. Then move onto the next section and repeat the process while overlapping a little into the previously worked section for UMR.

UMR = Uniform Material Removal.

By doing this you can restore a smooth, clear finish perfect for either final polishing or application of a wax or paint sealant.

If a person cannot invest 2-3 hours to do the cleaning step all at one time then a person could just work a panel at a time, that is clean, polish and wax just the hood in one detailing session and as time permits pick up where you left off and continue working around the car until the entire finish has been restored.


Also check out this thread,

Which products need to dry before removing?


After cleaning and polishing the paint, apply the wax or paint sealant of your choice. Apply a very thin coat and let it fully dry. Use the Swipe Test to determine when the wax is ready to remove.

The Swipe Test

[corsad]

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very, very helpful! thanks again

[Ryan L.]

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Welcome to Meguiar's Online!! Read through the threads below to get you started.

Basic List O' Links
List O' Links 2.0

Ryan

[corsad]

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thank you

[corsad]

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some pics of my success story.

not sure if i can mention other brands, however here you go...

washed with Autoglym's Bodywork Shampoo Conditioner
clayed using Meg's Smooth Surface Clay Kit
totally Scratch Xed (Meg's)
polished Autoglym's Ultra Deep Shine
waxed Meg's Cleaner Wax
waxed Autoglym's High Definition Wax
wheels dressed in Autoglym's Instant Tyre Dressing

Reflected is my brother's Golf...enjoy!!!

[Markus Kleis]

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Looks great!

Just a tip, though, avoid putting any towels or chamois that touch your paint on the ground, or surfaces that could be dirty (like that tire!). You run the risk of scratching the paint down the road when you use it again.

Aside from that, looks like you did a fantastic job...the black looks fantastic!

[corsad]

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Looks great!

Just a tip, though, avoid putting any towels or chamois that touch your paint on the ground, or surfaces that could be dirty (like that tire!). You run the risk of scratching the paint down the road when you use it again.

Aside from that, looks like you did a fantastic job...the black looks fantastic!

thanks! aw of course not that towel belongs to dad and his car!!!!

[corsad]

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outdoor pics!

thanks for all your help!!!

[J. A. Michaels]

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Your car looks great. Good work.

[corsad]

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thank you.

[Murr1525]

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Lokks good.

[Megafast13]

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Looks Great