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Polishing PPF

cmonkey713 — Thu, 21 May 2026 22:27:21 GMT

My PPF wrap is showing sone age and need to be corrected. In the past I have used Gyeon ReNew PPF polish on a DA with a red Lake Country CCS pad. After correction I plan on ceramic coating with Gyeon CanCoat followed by Polish Angel High Gloss topper. Any advice or recommendations on the process? Thanks

RUPES - Support Questionable?

ahalachis — Thu, 21 May 2026 19:33:34 GMT

So I want to get a high end polisher/buffer and decided on getting a RUPES but was stuck between two models. I was planning on doing a paint correction on one of my cars this weekend and needed to place the order today to get it by Saturday. Well I have been calling their support/sales support all day and all I get is voice mail, the operator said she has no idea what their schedule is and can’t help. So I missed my window to order for the weekend, frustrating because I wont’t have time again for a few more months…
Now I am questioning if I should go this route, I don’t want to shell out top dollar for a product that I can’t get help with.

Is this normal for RUPES or did I just get them on an off day?

Washing at home with storm drains nearby?

ARentz07 — Wed, 20 May 2026 17:25:08 GMT

Curiously, my neighborhood now has warnings on the drains on the street saying "ONLY WATER DOWN THE DRAIN", as they are storm drains, and our HOA put out an announcement that we should not be dumping any water that could contain harmful chemicals or debris that can affect wildlife. As an example, they mentioned car wash soap as a problematic substance (not to mention brake dust and other chemicals that could be washed down the drains). Since I really would prefer to keep washing my Corvette by hand and would rather not have to shell out the cash to a commerical car wash place every time I need to do a quick wash, I am curious what you guys are doing if you have a storm drain in your neighborhood to comply with these rules while still keeping the car clean. I have seen that water diversion strategies could work, but I don't have much yard to which to divert the water, and simply laying down towels doesn't seem reliable (or fun).

Clear top care

Gray Goat — Tue, 19 May 2026 03:33:02 GMT

What are you using on a clear top?

Glass products, or paint products? Something else?

I�m using glass cleaner on the inside and Speed Shine on the outside.

Thanks.

Water Spots

javaman — Sun, 17 May 2026 17:43:44 GMT

My car is garage kept, used lightly and not exposed to the elements.
I am very careful when washing and drying my car.
I use a foam gun with quality ceramic soap.
Car is dried out of the sun with an air dryer.
The car was ceramic coated about 5 yrs ago and recently had the car professionally treated with a clay towel and paint sealer.
This morning I noticed what appeared to be water spots all over the finish.
I realize now I must be dealing with hard water at home.
What can I do to keep the spots from forming.
A buddy suggested an �iron remover� product.
Only thing is he thought it might affect the ceramic and paint sealer.
Would appreciate suggestions on what to use to keep the spots from forming.

Maintaining Smooth Wax Paint

Kenny94945 — Thu, 14 May 2026 21:48:19 GMT

After I drive, even just an hour, my pre-drive smooth to the touch paint has a gritty feeling.
Pollen, dirt in the air, exhaust particulates I assume, as the grit easily removes with water or a detail spray
and a gentle towel wipe.

My car is ceramic coated and then waxed with (because I like therapy) Meguires Ultimate Paste Wax (G210608C)
followed by Meguires Ultimate Quik Detailer (G201024).
[Clarity, Shine, Reflectivity - Hyper Sonic Gray w/ Carbon Flash Roof colors - is very good - better than Meguires M26 Yellow Wax].

I heard Meguires Hybrid Ceramic Detailer (G200526) over the top of the other products is recommended, adds slickness, and smooths the surface
of the wax, reducing the pollen et al sticking.

1) Does any co-member concur?
2) If Yes, (bought the ceramic, anyway, because it is therapy :) ), are using this technique AND are you satisfied the ceramic detailer is not reducing
the clarity and shine AND reducing the grit situation I described?

All comments are welcome :)

Off the shelf polish comparable to zaino?

on track — Sat, 02 May 2026 18:56:51 GMT

I've been a heavy Zaino user but getting tired of the ZFX. Its $22 that has to accompany the polish after a buff and once I open it the product goes bad before I use it again. Every time lol. Getting tired of pissing the money away and wondered if anyone buys polish off the shelf in town that has comparable or better shine?

Aluminum wheel cleaner

LukeBizzy — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:48:06 GMT

Quick question!

I have 2 sets of 1988 Z51/Salad Shooter wheels. I found tires for 1 set, I need to clean up a set of these wheels first.

Both sets of wheels have the common clearcoat failure, 1 set is better than the other. Going for driver quality here, so I'm going to tackle the best set 1st & then go for "real" refinishing on the bad set.

What do I use to clean these without killing off what's left of the clearcoat? I can polish the center caps, so those are a non issue. Not looking for perfect, just cleaner before I get tires mounted. I have some Purple Power Aluminum Brightener but I know thats pretty harsh? These wheels have very heavy brake dust on the inside, the outside isn't that horrible. It's a little too much to go after it with Dawn dish soap & a sponge, but I dont want to ruin what's left of the clear coat.

Do I just go nuts on the cleaning stuff, then do a quick shoot with clear coat before mounting the tires? Whats a good quick & easy clearcoat to try out?

Again, I have 2 sets, I'll do 1 set correct, just looking for a "right now" cover up! ;)
Thanks!

Clay towel

Catfish4818 — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:06:32 GMT

A video ad for this popped up on my FB page. Looks interesting. Any of you use one?

https://blacklinecarcare.com/product...47161837125852

https://www.google.com/search?sca_es...kx8CxtGPg,st:0

ACRYSOL -> safe to use?

Scott_Wisconsin — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:46:52 GMT

I was at Watkins Glen last year, and a guy with a very clean Z06, advanced level, tracking heavy, used this after every session to clean off the tire marbles, keep his car very clean. Is it safe? It states it's a solvent, that sounds pretty harsh, but this guy was using it multiple times a day.

EGO Pressure Washer

RossGN — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:22:07 GMT

Anybody tried any of the EGO pressures. Might be nice to not have to mess with the gas powered headaches, if the electric units are up to snuff.

Foam cannon

Hyper2023 — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:20:01 GMT

Need help choosing one. I�ve got a pressure washer but only puts out 1.2 gpm and 1400 psi. I was thinking the Viking but will I be able to have the thick foam. Any other options for pressure washer cannon.