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Re: Ultimate Wax vs Ultimate Fast Finish?

Don't use 'wax' on the windshield. Side windows-no problem.

Windshield wipers and 'wax' just like to play nice together. Like Murr said,
BillE Feb 23rd, 2019, 05:39 AM

Re: How to strip wax/sealants safely if you don't want to clay or use paint cleaner

Gotta agree.

That is probably actually (and totally) the best way to remove an LSP.

Bill
BillE Feb 23rd, 2019, 05:34 AM

Re: Using Meguiar's G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating

Hi I have a friend that's stopping by next week and I'd like to do his headlights. The temp should be in the low 60's but shouldn't be raining here.
GaryODS Feb 23rd, 2019, 12:19 AM

Re: Girly NOOB

Thanks all!! Yes, I've been bitten. Not sure why I didn't think about starting a detailing business earlier.
Goldandrubies Feb 22nd, 2019, 10:50 PM

Re: SoCal Supercar meet... by the Beach!

Newport Viper

Thank you for raising awareness of the many wonderful dogs available from Rescue Groups and Shelters.

Also say
Old Bear Feb 22nd, 2019, 09:15 PM

Re: HELP! Ultimate Compound harsh on BMW clearcoat

Yes it does and yes they will.

Wasn't sleeping. Luckly I didn't compound the rest of the car. Instead brought out the 5000 grit and
Atalanta Feb 22nd, 2019, 09:00 PM

Re: SoCal Supercar meet... by the Beach!

Green Cars Rejoice!
Next meet March 17th St. Patrick's Day. First 30 green cars get some extras and reserved Beachfront parking at Huntington State
Newport Viper Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:56 PM

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Yes, as long as the panel is still fairly wet from the rinseless wash. If not, just spritz some water or waterless wash (WW) onto the panel before the
parker23 Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:26 PM

Re: Recommendations for Products to Fill Swirl Marks

Optimum Clear Coat Restorer was just released, and I believe intended for that purpose.

Outside of that maybe a cleaner wax would help conceal
drumdan Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:20 PM

Re: How to strip wax/sealants safely if you don't want to clay or use paint cleaner

I'd

Wash (with my normal wash)
Dry
Clay
Light polish with Ultimate Polish or M205. Maybe one or two passes, and that should
drumdan Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:17 PM

Re: D300 and D302

Awesome, thanks!
rexus31 Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:14 PM

Re: D300 and D302

Should work well. I think Brian from Apex tested 302 with foam and had some great results with it.
drumdan Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:13 PM

Re: HELP! Ultimate Compound harsh on BMW clearcoat

I just read that product wasn't "supposed" to work for that application, but people will be experimenting with it.

Hard to sleep
drumdan Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:12 PM

Re: Girly NOOB

Sounds like you've been bitten by the "detailing bug".

All I can say is - enjoy!
drumdan Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:08 PM

Re: HELP! Ultimate Compound harsh on BMW clearcoat

I think the UC and burgundy pad was too aggressive. The car came from Florida in 2009 and the clearcoat on the bumpers was already falling off here and
Atalanta Feb 22nd, 2019, 08:07 PM
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Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax
Thread Starter: Nick Winn
Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax Wax by Just Spraying on , Then Rinsing Off? YES! IT'S THAT EASY! No rubbing. No curing. No buffing. No mess! Conventional? No. Sensational? YES
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SoCal Supercar meet... by the Beach!
Thread Starter: Newport Viper
Hello! I wanted to announce a new car gathering in conjunction with Huntington State Beach called… Supercars by the Sea This will be a re-occurring monthly gathering of Supercar Enthusiasts at Huntington State Beach. The first meet will be on Sunday January 14th from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. This...
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HELP! Ultimate Compound harsh on BMW clearcoat
Thread Starter: Atalanta
Hi, my 2004 mystic blue BMW has somewhat a rough clearcoat but it is still clear and adhered to the paint. Outside 24/7 it has toweling swirl marks, some scratches here and there, a little etching and some dryness. Wanting to remove the swirls, spidering and etching I used UC with the Drill DA and...
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Using Meguiar's G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating
Thread Starter: Nick Winn
Using Meguiar's G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating When using any of our headlight restoration products be sure to read & follow the directions on the product packaging, and use this article for a reference. If you have new lights or are using a different method to restore them, Meguiar's...
Last Post By: GaryODS Feb 23rd, 2019, 12:19 AM

How to strip wax/sealants safely if you don't want to clay or use paint cleaner
Thread Starter: Jordan Lambert
Hey guys, I will try to keep this short. I have been searching for some answers on this forum but havn't quite found what I am looking for. Feel free to let me know about a past conversation if this has already been covered. I fully corrected my paint about a year ago and have been protecting...
Last Post By: BillE Feb 23rd, 2019, 05:34 AM
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