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06-10-2008, 11:06 PM #1
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79 T/A -91 Firebird- 1998 Trans Am -Oynx Black
Want to learn more about polishing
So im trying to think of ways to save money and learn something in the process. How big of a deal is it to learn how to polish a car with a PC polisher and pads? Im thinking about trying to salvage my paint for the time being. Im just worried that im going to hurt the paint worse than it is. The paint is in good shape but being rural daily driven since 2003ish has had its toll on it. Lots of swirls and scratches. I think im going to buy some of that amigo product that Luos uses. I really want to touch up the deeper scratches and learn how to do more paint work.
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06-11-2008, 07:53 AM #2
Not a big deal at all. I was nervous the 1st time I used my Porter Cable but after like 1 minute of use you'll realize that it's idiot proof. Just start with say a white polishing pad and a polish. If that doesn't yield the desired results, step up to an orange pad and a light swirl cutter.
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06-11-2008, 10:12 AM #3
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red with black stripes- 2002 Trans Am WS6
it isnt hard, just watch the edges and dont use too much pressure.
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06-11-2008, 10:44 AM #4
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Red Tint Jewelcoat- 2008 Trailblazer SS
The right products and several hours will make that paint look better than you thought it could.
Portercable is easy to use. Some products need worked in really well, others just need coated.
A thin coat is all you need. More isn't better.
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06-11-2008, 01:33 PM #5
I've been wondering about doing this too; my paint is in excellent shape...but I want to keep it that way! What polish do you guys recommend?
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06-11-2008, 05:19 PM #6
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Red Tint Jewelcoat- 2008 Trailblazer SS
Prima.
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06-12-2008, 01:48 PM #7
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06-12-2008, 02:04 PM #8
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06-12-2008, 08:56 PM #9
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06-13-2008, 04:33 AM #10
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06-13-2008, 06:19 AM #11
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06-13-2008, 10:16 AM #12
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blacker than wesleysnipes- 98' trans am
i now use prima ..and will start to build my arsenal up with their complete line and some victorias red wax. very soon ..with some rubbing compond,prima amigo(polish) and duragloss 101 this is what i got...by hand.
friends and co-workers saw my car work and now i have 3 people that want me to detail their cars...that prima shit is legit.
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06-13-2008, 09:01 PM #13
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06-13-2008, 09:57 PM #14
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79 T/A -91 Firebird- 1998 Trans Am -Oynx Black
Thats badass. I found the place to get amigo but where do I find the duragloss?
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06-13-2008, 10:09 PM #15
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