Re: How To Remove Swirls By Hand
I'm an owner of a 'semi-new' 2012 White Honda Fit that is close to 9 months old. I've picked up some very minor swirls and scratches (my fault, through improper washing and waxing techniques) and was thinking of polishing them out using Ultimate Polish. I've read several threads/postings where it was advised to start with the least aggressive product and move up to stronger products if needed.
Now herein lies the rub: I don't own a DA polisher and at present cannot afford one, but am saving up for one later. So my only option is to go by hand, using Pinnacle's Polishing Pal kit. For those not familiar with the Polishing Pal, it is, in the most simplest of terms, a "poor man's DA". It is a hand held device, shaped to fit the hand, and has hook-and-loops to firmly attach any variety of 4" pads.
Here's my planned technique: Apply UP using the supplied white pads, wiping off with a good MF, thoroughly remove all residue with a good pre-wax cleaner, then apply wax using the red pads.
I've read responses to this thread stating that polishing by hand is going to be long and tedious, and should be done in stages over several days. Problem is I don't have that much time on my hands. (I work two jobs). So I was going to forgo the polishing step and clay my finish instead. Then use a pre-wax cleaner or paint cleansing lotion and then apply wax. I already have multiple coats of ULW and am concerned with build-up.
What do you think about this?
I'm an owner of a 'semi-new' 2012 White Honda Fit that is close to 9 months old. I've picked up some very minor swirls and scratches (my fault, through improper washing and waxing techniques) and was thinking of polishing them out using Ultimate Polish. I've read several threads/postings where it was advised to start with the least aggressive product and move up to stronger products if needed.
Now herein lies the rub: I don't own a DA polisher and at present cannot afford one, but am saving up for one later. So my only option is to go by hand, using Pinnacle's Polishing Pal kit. For those not familiar with the Polishing Pal, it is, in the most simplest of terms, a "poor man's DA". It is a hand held device, shaped to fit the hand, and has hook-and-loops to firmly attach any variety of 4" pads.
Here's my planned technique: Apply UP using the supplied white pads, wiping off with a good MF, thoroughly remove all residue with a good pre-wax cleaner, then apply wax using the red pads.
I've read responses to this thread stating that polishing by hand is going to be long and tedious, and should be done in stages over several days. Problem is I don't have that much time on my hands. (I work two jobs). So I was going to forgo the polishing step and clay my finish instead. Then use a pre-wax cleaner or paint cleansing lotion and then apply wax. I already have multiple coats of ULW and am concerned with build-up.
What do you think about this?
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