Blkexcoupe

iTrader: (8)

I hope you're using some kind of quick detailer to keep the surface lubricated while doing that.

radicalrev

iTrader: (2)

nice list...not too sure tho...

350nub

is the list right? anyone?

radicalrev

iTrader: (2)

let me ask the autopia forum

llamaboiz

No i dont, i just rinse the towel after every section, trunk/quarter pannels/roof/doors...ect. AND if it feels like its starting to dry i rinse immediately OF COURSE i have the towel folded and as it gets dirty i use a different fold section. Works for me

NEVER with a dry towel, thats just crazy talk

What i trip out on is ppl that dont rinse the towel/shami as they dry after they shampoo... so... nasty lookin...

350nub

some1 help me to improve my list???

GSteg

iTrader: (15)

Water alone is not a good idea. Water's friction coefficient is high enough that it's not going to lift up the dirt from the paint. All you're doing is dragging the paint across the surface. At least use some quick detailing spray if you're not a fan of shampoo

tod071

the list looks fine. Just inspect your paint after the #9. It should finish fine. #3 is a glaze and an optional step that might give you a little higher gloss, but certainly no protection.

Havent personally used NXT, but some people seem to like it. If you want longer lasting protection, Collinite 845 or a sealant like Duragloss 105 will last much longer.

DetailMan

Just be careful you aren't hiding more then you're correcting.

350nub

Huh? Not too sure i get that! LOL....

tod071

Glazes have no protection, nor do they have correction ability. They basically "fill in" swirls and scratches to give a nice gloss. They don't remove them. That's why I said to inspect the paint after #9 and make sure you removed all the imperfections before moving onto #3.

350nub

Okay. is there any non abrasive finishing polish that can achieve better result than #3?

tod071

You should be fine with the #9. If you need more correction ability, you could step up to #80 or #82. After you're done, inspect for remaining swirls or scratches. Then, you can use #3 for added depth/gloss.

350nub

thanks alot tod!! anyway...can a PC do this http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21066 (the buffer swirls) ?? Is there any method to buff curve edges?? like the hood is not perfectly flat....

tod071

Yes, a PC can take care of those swirls. You might want to get some #80 and an Orange pad. Don't worry about the curved edged. Just don't put too much pressure and just make sure to keep moving the PC and you'll be fine.