I have an 11 year old vehicle. Do you guys recommend me to use the rubbing compound before, then wax, then polish?
1741407
I do not know about cars, I use this for polishing brass when reloading. Sorry...
1741408
I don't really think it is necessary unless the finish is really bad. I have a 02 and it looks great after waxing.
1741409
Yes at it should get rid of the grit and tarnish that appears over time. Just make one application of the product, wait at least 30 days and apply do once more, thereafter annually. I don't usually do product endorsements but this is one great product. Enjoy!
2239519
I will work great. This wax is excellent as a topper coat over your favorite process. I use it on top of Zaino with great results on both dark and light cars.
1908055
The preperation of the paint is the most important step. Using it on my wife's car, 2005 model, and the car is still in showroom condition. Wax goes on nicely, apply only in one direction, polish it up with a microfiver cloth and use a second one to buff it to a beautiful sheen. Gives great depth to the paintwork and gives that nice wet look. works even better when applied with a polisher, I use an orbital polisher. Waxing is the final step to achieve the wet look finish. Wax doesn't last as long as sealants/polishes. I'm a bit of a detailing nut, so I apply wax every week when washing the car. I've noticed that it is still effective after a month and still gives that nice beading effect in the rain. Another bonus of this product, during normal weekly commuting, especially in the rain, the car seems to stay cleaner for longer as the dirt battles to find grip on the super slippery surface. I've tried various products and am very happy with P21S - finally found the rpoduct that I'll stick with. I also use Autoglym Super Resin Polish as the sealant, Chemical Guys Wet Mirror Finish as the polish. Don't forget to clay the vehicle at least once every six months to get rid of all the oxidation and garbage that collects on the paintwork. Chemical Guys have some nice products for dark coloured vehicles like yours. Hope the info helped.
1048695
This is the best wax available. Go ahead and use it on your new car to protect the finish and keep it looking new.
2178213
I polish my Audi and Volvo with this unit at about a 1 to 3 setting. I use Chemical Guys Pads and the results are amazing. Keep in mind its a random orbital which is the key technology for using an orbital for polishing/waxing a car.
1831921
It depends how much correction your paint needs. The best would be to clay then compound following a polish then a wax. If you go with meguiars look up there professional line like the m105 followed by m205 then pick a wax
1835839
I believe they used to label this as a three step process with each different product marked with a number. The Ultimate Compound is designed to remove dirt/grime and paint blemishes and the polish provides the protection layer and then a wax over gives the lasting finish. I have used the three step process for years and love the results. It is a long process but the finish holds very well.
108641
I would use the pad they recommend whcih is the ultimate polishing pad. You can also call Paul from marble gloss restorer and he will give you great advice. The product works great. you will need a lot of elbow grease.
734809
Man I'm sorry to hear that. If the key scratch goes through the clear coat I don't think this will help. This is for the spider webs and swirls you see in the sun in your paint. I don't know if you have a buffer but I would start with a more aggressive polish (V34 or V36?) on the orbital and work your way up. If you don't have a machine find a detailer. It would probable be cheaper that way and he will do it right.
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I guess I am a newbie, seems most people just use to buff after wax or glaze is on. Also i think can use to rub out areas with rubbing compound.
2072804
Like you would waxing a car. Just rub it on, let it dry about 3-4 minutes and rub it off. Its really easy to use
704929
I havent tried using the polish by hand, but I have used the compound by hand, using both a cheap microfiber pad, as well as a foam (Lake Country CCS - orange). Both methods worked fine. Those foam pads that are used to apply wax will probably not work - those are designed to just apply wax, and not do any correction. If you have a polishing pad (ex Lake Country/Chemical Guys/etc), i would go with a polishing pad (I use CCS Green pads when i use Ultimate Polish with a D/A)
61040
On a newer car I would use the M205 Polish. The compound I use on correcting the paint. ie swirls, scratches, waterspots etc
1878801
If your scratches are truly minor, this would work, but use it only where needed. Your original finish is probably better as is if it is in "good" condition. Use this on the scratches and follow up with a true wax, not a polish, on the rest of the car.
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Wah and dry your car thoroughly, then apply the wax in a dust free location (like a garage); wait about 5-10 minutes then wipe it off. I do not do anything else beforehand. You really only need to wax your vehicle every 6 months, but if you want to do it every 4 months you can.
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Will be ok to put a layer of wax sealent or glaze. You need more speed to remove scratches and Swirl's.
36305
I've had good luck using nufinish polish followed by this Collinite 476. I have also used Colllinite #840 Pre-wax Cleaner and their 870 cleaner wax (separately) followed by the 476 but if your paint is a clear coat Collinite doesn't recommend 840 or 870 on dark colors like yours. I used it on my dark gray 83 RX-7 without any harm so I am not sure why they don't recommend.