What to "tape-up" during polishing?

[EPHIOS]

I am planning to use my new G110v2 this month. Other than, door handles, emblems, and trims, what other parts of the car do you guys also "tape-up" with the painter's tape?

[Ravi_1992]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

I cover the windows with news paper, tape up the trim,emblems , and the things that spray windshield washer fluid.
I covers the windows just in case of splatter. M105 splatter in a pain in the *** to remove when it dries

[Bill Davidson]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?



The part that I find to be the biggest pain to clean, but the easiest part to cover, is the trim piece near the windshield (by the wiper blades). While you are covering the windshield with a sheet, I suggest you tuck the sheet in between the hood and the trim.

[TOGWT]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

When to use masking tape;

• To avoid discolouring the trim with synthetic polishes
• Avoid soiling the pad when going over black trim. The dirt from the rubber gets pulled into the pad.
• Avoid polish residue built up along the seams of the trim.
• Tape edges of paint as to not polish too far since paint is usually thinner on the edges.
• Also, tape paint seams to avoid residue in the jams.
• Use masking tape to protect from ‘burning’ trim (rubber, vinyl or metal); around windows, badges, light surrounds etc, can also be used to mask panel edges to avoid thinning the paint surface
Use one hand to hold the roll taut and to guide the piece as your press it into place with your other hand. Scotch® 3M Painter's Tapes are the most versatile in the Scotch® masking tape line. The low adhesion levels make them suitable for use on both coated and non-coated surfaces and are specially designed for safe use on delicate or smooth surfaces such as glass and painted metal, even on freshly painted surfaces.

[Tim Lingor]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

Morning,

I included what I typical tape up (though it is more for rotary use, but you get the idea) in my write-up/review:

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31555

*** You must be careful when taping some of the new window trims as they seem to have a coating that does not like masking tape; it can leave you with a blotchy look once you remove the tape that is VERY difficult to correct. So be sure to test on a spot first!!!



Tim

[EPHIOS]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

Thanks guys!

Also, you guys tape-up the edge of the next panel. For example, you are working on the front-passenger door, do you tape-up the edge of the back-passenger door (where the two doors meet)?

[Bill Davidson]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

Thanks guys!

Also, you guys tape-up the edge of the next panel. For example, you are working on the front-passenger door, do you tape-up the edge of the back-passenger door (where the two doors meet)?

I'd say that you would want to do this for sure with a rotary, but use your discretion with a DA. I've seen vehicles that have had the paint ruined on the edges of a panel because of this.

[Tim Lingor]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

Thanks guys!

Also, you guys tape-up the edge of the next panel. For example, you are working on the front-passenger door, do you tape-up the edge of the back-passenger door (where the two doors meet)?

I would. Don't forget, there are a couple of reasons for taping the seams: 1. to prevent burning the edges with the rotary polisher and 2. to prevent compound splatter from getting between the seams from either rotary or DA polishers. Between the doors, it is not so bad, but if you get compound splatter between the door and the fenders, you could spend a LONG time trying to remove it!

I have added the pictures that I linked to above in my previous post.






I use 3-4 different sizes of 3M and Meguiar's Professioanl Series masking tape.












I hope this helps!


Cheers!

Tim

[Flash Gordon]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

I would. Don't forget, there are a couple of reasons for taping the seams: 1. to prevent burning the edges with the rotary polisher and 2. to prevent compound splatter from getting between the seams from either rotary or DA polishers. Between the doors, it is not so bad, but if you get compound splatter between the door and the fenders, you could spend a LONG time trying to remove it!

I have added the pictures that I linked to above in my previous post.






I use 3-4 different sizes of 3M and Meguiar's Professioanl Series masking tape.












I hope this helps!


Cheers!

Tim

At what price did you purchase your 3M stock

With a DA I only tape rubber trim. Its just one of the beautys of using a DA. Sometimes I don't even bother taping that. I have had 0 ill effects so far

[Tim Lingor]

Re: What to "tape-up" during polishing?

At what price did you purchase your 3M stock

With a DA I only tape rubber trim. Its just one of the beautys of using a DA. Sometimes I don't even bother taping that. I have had 0 ill effects so far

The prices vary depending on size. The 3m 233+ tapes can be quite pricey but well worth it. But since I buy it by the case, 3M has made some money alright! LOL

With the DA, you do not need to tape as extensively as when one uses a rotary. With the rotary you are not only protecting the molding from product but also from accidently burning it with the rotary. There have been countless people posting on the detailing forums that have accidently burnt the moldings.

In my case, I use mostly the rotary and then the DA for final polishing or sealant application. The rotary is a completely different animal compared to the DA, and believe me, it can sling compound in places on the vehicle you can not imagine!

The choice of taping is a personal one as there is no rule where one has to tape. But all it takes is once for an oops especially with a rotary polisher, and the tape used will save you a lot of time and perhaps a lot of money if you have to replace a customer's molding. Moreover, some sealants are not rubber and vinyl friendly, and once you have accidentally buffed over it, the molding may be stained badly. Some stains can be almost impossible to remove....something to be aware of...

Tim