what do you think?

[soonercivic]

Im a long time reader but a new member. I have a black Honda Civic that has some cobwebbing and slight holograms that im wanting to get rid of. Well, I think I came up with a plan of attack and wanted to see what you guys thought.

after a detailed wash & dry

1. Clay surface
2. Use Scratch-X for some minor scratches
3. Use PC 7336 with w-8006 pad and #80
4. Polish using Deep Crystal Polish with PC
5. Wax with NXT and remove with ultimate bonnet

A few questions. If this method sounds correct, should i use the finishing pad to apply the polish or should i use another 8006? I just bought my PC and I am looking at buying the DA Velcro Buffin System and maybe an extra finishing pad. Also, any opinions on what i should use for the plastic trim that will last? If you have any suggestions or comments I do appreciate any help I can get. Thanks

[Mike Phillips]

Re: what do you think?

Originally posted by soonercivic
A few questions. If this method sounds correct, should i use the finishing pad to apply the polish or should i use another 8006?

Either, or. We tend to show the W-8006 polishing pad at our clinics for applying pure polishes and using the finishing pads for applying polish/waxes and pure waxes if the finish has been previously cleaned and polished using the W-8006 pads.

I just bought my PC and I am looking at buying the DA Velcro Buffing System and maybe an extra finishing pad.

This is an excellent value, you'll find yourself using the W-8006 the most as they are the workhorse of the industry and the finishing pads for final application of waxes as mentioned above.

Also, any opinions on what i should use for the plastic trim that will last? If you have any suggestions or comments I do appreciate any help I can get. Thanks

Nothing lasts forever, if it did, the manufacture would either mix it into the formula when they make the plastic, or apply it to the finished part. The best thing to do is to find something you like and use it often, at least as often as warranted by your use of the vehicle and the conditions it is exposed to.

For a recommendation, this product works great and lasts as long or longer than the competition.


Gold Class Trim Detailer

[soonercivic]

i appreciate the quick response Mike. So over all does this sound like a good method? Should i add or remove any steps?

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by soonercivic
i appreciate the quick response Mike. So over all does this sound like a good method? Should i add or remove any steps?

You've outlined a time-proven and tested group of products that have always yielded exceptional and professional results.

Go for it!

Mike

[soonercivic]

Thanks again Mike. Ill post before and after pics when im done. Maybe ill even do half the hood like you do at clinics to see the results!

[Mike Phillips]

Remember to be careful anytime you're taping off a hood with painters tape. When you remove it, pull back slowly, not upward on it.

Also try to get the sun on both sides before and both sides after. Remember to use a slow arm speed, work small sections at a time, (about a foot squared or a little larger), overlap into each previously worked section. Use about 4-5 lbs of pressure on the head of the polisher.

* Evaluate the surface
* Choose the right product
* Use good technique

These three things will produce stellar results every time.

Good luck and have fun!

Mike

[Atterspug106gti]

with things like the DACP which (i think) has the diminishing abrasives, how often should you re-apply? In other words how large an area will the initial 'x' on the pad cover when your spreading it out to start off...

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by Atterspug106gti
with things like the DACP which (i think) has the diminishing abrasives, how often should you re-apply? In other words how large an area will the initial 'x' on the pad cover when your spreading it out to start off...

There really is no defintie answer to this because it depends on how bad the finish is. The worse the finish, the more it will need to be cleaned, this means more time, more product.

At a minimum, three passes, in three directions for an area around 18 inches square (approximtely).

This is one of those things that would be easier to show in person than it is to try to explain with a keyboard.

As long as you don't buff to a dry buff, then you're okay.

Mike

p.s.

Yes, M83 does contain diminishing abrasives.

Mike

[Mark2]

I like many products by Meguiars and I'm sorry to say this, but in my experience both the GC Trim Detailer and the Tire Endurance goes away after one wash. Maybe they last for weeks unless you wash the car. I've tried them both and i wash with GC, after that they are both gone or almost gone.

[Atterspug106gti]

Originally posted by Mike Phillips
There really is no defintie answer to this because it depends on how bad the finish is. The worse the finish, the more it will need to be cleaned, this means more time, more product.

At a minimum, three passes, in three directions for an area around 18 inches square (approximtely).

This is one of those things that would be easier to show in person than it is to try to explain with a keyboard.

As long as you don't buff to a dry buff, then you're okay.

Mike


p.s.

Yes, M83 does contain diminishing abrasives.

Mike

ok Mike thanks, ill bear that in mind. I appreciate the difficulty in explaining on a keyboard lol

Im just trying to guage how large an area I should be working in per X on the pad, obviously with the no 83 it will be important to spread the product evenly so that the whole of the area being worked in has the same cleaning power applied to it (if that makes sense)