How Often to Use #80?

[clark_carty]

Hi,

I've been using Meguiar's prodcuts for years, and am about ready to take the plunge and get the G100.

My question, is that for relatively new cars (2-3 years old), that don't have heavy oxidation, but just need some general swirl and wax work, how often should #80 be used?

Should it be used yearly? Every spring do the clay, 80, nxt wax routine? Or is that too often and it should be used every other year?

I know if varies per vehicle, but how many #80s can be applied before your through the clear and down to the paint?

Thanks,

Clark

[Murr1525]

You could apply it every month or two for years.....

How often do you like to detail?

[clark_carty]

Thanks,

Usually twice per year. Once in the spring after the snow is gone, and once in the fall before I put the car away.

Clark

[Murr1525]

Oh you are plenty safe....

[clark_carty]

How about 83? Just want to make sure I don't go through the clear!

[Murr1525]

#83 is very safe, maybe this link will help some:

Measuring Clear Coat Thickness

While you could use #83 safely for a long time, if you have to use it often (once a year being pretty minimal), then the problem is you are putting a lot of swirls in your car somehow, and you should look into solving that problem.

Give this thread a read as well, it deals with some car washing tools to help keep swirls down:

Suggested Products for Taking Care of a New Car

[clark_carty]

That should be a must read for everybody!