Houston Paint Correction
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Burning Brakes
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From: Waverly Tennessee
Houston Paint Correction
Does anybody know of a good, decently priced detailer that does paint correction in the Houston area? I would do it myself, but I'm really worried about messing something up.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Waverly Tennessee
Never been there before. Mostly just stay in the C6 and occasionally in the C7 sections. Works in the C7 section because there are a LOT of C7 owners here. I'll try posting there. Thanks!
Melting Slicks
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Using the right equipment and going over some videos, can lead you to getting the job done yourself, if you care to. DA polishers like Porter Cables' are very safe machines to use for polishing out the typical washing scratch's the finish will get. The key is using the correct polishes and pads, learning how to identify which polishes to use, depending how bad the finish is.
If your looking for the flattest results, ( less orange peal appearance ) which means wet sanding, leave to the pros. They need to know how much clear coat is on the car by measuring before tackling the job.
For me as my car is a DD, and I will wash the car at least once a week, I regularly detail twice a year with the buffer. That will keep the finish in great shape.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Waverly Tennessee
My car is also my DD, so it doesn't need to be showroom perfect, but it's an '07 with almost 7k miles on it, so it could definitely use something. You can see faint scratches on places, especially on the top of the rear end. I'll have to try to get a picture. If it's really hard to mess up, I might give it a try. I'm pretty DIY. I was just afraid of going through the clear coat or something.
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Melting Slicks
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My car is also my DD, so it doesn't need to be showroom perfect, but it's an '07 with almost 7k miles on it, so it could definitely use something. You can see faint scratches on places, especially on the top of the rear end. I'll have to try to get a picture. If it's really hard to mess up, I might give it a try. I'm pretty DIY. I was just afraid of going through the clear coat or something.
In using a DA polisher/buffer, it's extremely hard to "burn" through the paint. It's a very "safe" way to polish. Our clear coats are very hard also, down side is that more time is needed for deeper imperfections. But using stronger polishes and the right pad will get it done.
Do a little research online, Auto Geek is a good source, Detail Image, another, is where I get my supplies from.
It's possible to get by with just two polishes, two or three sets of pads, microfiber cleaning cloths, clay bar, detail spray, a good sealer/wax and of course a DA machine.
Tips like looking at the finish with a strong light will show hidden micro scratches, from washing, helps analyze how well you polishing job is going.
Looking to kill time and keep busy, this will do it.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Waverly Tennessee
Could be the perfect DIY type of job for you, and you have the feeling of accomplished satisfaction when you look into that glossy finish.
In using a DA polisher/buffer, it's extremely hard to "burn" through the paint. It's a very "safe" way to polish. Our clear coats are very hard also, down side is that more time is needed for deeper imperfections. But using stronger polishes and the right pad will get it done.
Do a little research online, Auto Geek is a good source, Detail Image, another, is where I get my supplies from.
It's possible to get by with just two polishes, two or three sets of pads, microfiber cleaning cloths, clay bar, detail spray, a good sealer/wax and of course a DA machine.
Tips like looking at the finish with a strong light will show hidden micro scratches, from washing, helps analyze how well you polishing job is going.
Looking to kill time and keep busy, this will do it.
In using a DA polisher/buffer, it's extremely hard to "burn" through the paint. It's a very "safe" way to polish. Our clear coats are very hard also, down side is that more time is needed for deeper imperfections. But using stronger polishes and the right pad will get it done.
Do a little research online, Auto Geek is a good source, Detail Image, another, is where I get my supplies from.
It's possible to get by with just two polishes, two or three sets of pads, microfiber cleaning cloths, clay bar, detail spray, a good sealer/wax and of course a DA machine.
Tips like looking at the finish with a strong light will show hidden micro scratches, from washing, helps analyze how well you polishing job is going.
Looking to kill time and keep busy, this will do it.
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I tried using this shop and got really hosed. Owner was a real snake oil salesman. Needless to say he kept my deposit after stringing me along and giving me the runaround for weeks. Not saying they do bad work, I wouldn't know because they never did any for me, just the business and professional side of their shop is friggin horrible. My advise is to steer clear. Just my thought. I went with Dynamic Auto Works in Spring and all I can say is WOW truly amazing beyond belief. So great of a job my dropped my C5 off the next day to have it done. Customer service at it's best. Fantastic shop!!
Drifting
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From: Hampton VA
I did my 08 Coupe myself and it came out great. I used polishing compound first, rinsing the applicator often. The I polished with Maguires Carnuba wax wiped it off then used a buffer car looked great. Mine has almost 130k miles on it and is Velocity Yellow 
