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Re: Ultimate Compound messed up my paint
Looking at the pictures, Charles, I can't help but wonder about a few things:
1. What sort of applicator did you use? A terry cloth applicator, worked aggressively against delicate paint (anyone remember the couple of Honda Fits we've dealt with recently???) will leave all sorts of marring behind. As Mike Phillips has pointed out, a foam applicator pad is the #1 choice.
2. It almost looks as though the UC was applied like a wax, allowed to dry, and then removed - sort of. Recall that paint cleaners, cleaner/polishes and pure polishes should not be allowed to dry on the surface, mostly because it can become difficult to remove. In some cases, very difficult. This can lead to a scrubbing of the surface to try and remove the dried product, which again can result in marring of the finish.
Does any of the above sound like the process you used?Michael Stoops
Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.
Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.
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Originally posted by Michael Stoops View PostRecall that paint cleaners, cleaner/polishes and pure polishes should not be allowed to dry on the surface, mostly because it can become difficult to remove. In some cases, very difficult.
This can lead to a scrubbing of the surface to try and remove the dried product, which again can result in marring of the finish.
Which products need to dry before removing?
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Looks like fingertip marring to me. If your hand isn't completely flat across the pad or towel you are using to apply it and you instead use your fingertips to apply pressure, you get marring like in the picture.
Also, if you wipe it on like a wax and then let it sit until it dries and try to remove it you will also mess up your paint.Owner, Scott's Mobile Auto Detailing
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Originally posted by irf@n View PostOh my god! Looks frustating...
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.
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Originally posted by Oni View PostFirst post here but long time reader.
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I regret that Charles hasn't returned since Feb 8th to check on the contributions to this thread. He has missed out on some good advice and instruction. I hope he has been able to correct the damage to his car or perhaps found someone who could correct the damage.Swirls hide in the black molecular depths, only waiting for the right time to emerge and destroy your sanity.
--Al Kimel
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I'm really glad I read this before I applied Scratchx 2.0 to my 04 4Runner. I would have made one mistake right away-I would have let it dry!
Two scratches, however, DO NOT pass the finger nail test, but I hope with a little effort I can at least make them less visible. I am not ready to work with a compound yet.
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WOW!!
I feel really bad for this guy, his poor car got messed up pretty bad, im sure if he takes time and reads what was posted here and gathers some less aggressive products such as Swirl X then he can correct the damage that has been done. Always do a test spot first is probably the most important piece of info to have.
havent heard much from him since , hopefully we can help himNick
Tucker's Detailing Services
815-954-0773
2012 Ford Transit Connect
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Originally posted by MyFirstES300 View PostI'm really glad I read this before I applied ScratchX 2.0 to my 04 4Runner. I would have made one mistake right away-I would have let it dry!
Which products need to dry before removing?
The Swipe Test
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Originally posted by Mike Phillips View PostThe only Meguiar's products that need to dry are our waxes, these two thread explain everything,
Which products need to dry before removing?
The Swipe Test
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