Black
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Central Texas
Originally Posted by jlbjr
How do you all like black. I know it’s sick when spotless. How about in between washes? Thanks.
Last edited by Street Rat; Feb 15, 2018 at 04:45 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2001
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From: Gainesville VA
I just got a black c7. I have never had a black car before and I need suggestions on getting the micro scratch / swirl marks out. I tried the meguiars swirl remover and it seems to help but it looks like the microfiber towel i am using puts some marks back on it...ugg.
I don't mind buying the right stuff and equipment, just not sure what I need. Thanks!
I don't mind buying the right stuff and equipment, just not sure what I need. Thanks!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 5,339
Likes: 546
From: Central Texas
Hello,
I am no expert. I learned how to do this by reading the articles here on Autogeek and listening to the recommendations. This is what I use to get the paint looking awesome on my cars.
Clay bar the paint before compounding.
I tried polishing without a buffer. It just doesn't work. So first off you will need a buffer. Many use the Porter Cable as a starter buffer. Others will chime in. I use a Flex buffer.
If the car has minor swirls I start with Meguires M205. Always start with the least aggressive pad and cutting solution. If the M205 doesn't do it I will move up to the coarser Megs M105 with a coarser pad. Between these two you should be gaining success in the look of the paint.
I will then finish with a polish. Usually Menzerna SF4500.
I then like to apply a some type of protective coating over the finish. I use Zaino products.
Good luck with your project.
Craig
I am no expert. I learned how to do this by reading the articles here on Autogeek and listening to the recommendations. This is what I use to get the paint looking awesome on my cars.
Clay bar the paint before compounding.
I tried polishing without a buffer. It just doesn't work. So first off you will need a buffer. Many use the Porter Cable as a starter buffer. Others will chime in. I use a Flex buffer.
If the car has minor swirls I start with Meguires M205. Always start with the least aggressive pad and cutting solution. If the M205 doesn't do it I will move up to the coarser Megs M105 with a coarser pad. Between these two you should be gaining success in the look of the paint.
I will then finish with a polish. Usually Menzerna SF4500.
I then like to apply a some type of protective coating over the finish. I use Zaino products.
Good luck with your project.
Craig
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2014
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As a benefit, you can also use it as a drying aid. (yeah it works) (but do it after you have done the car properly. It's inexpensive enough to use every wash.
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