That's a goner sorry to say. Even if managed to pull up anyshine it will revert back in 2 to 3 months.But do it anyway cause its a improvement.I would of used collinite preclean polish and top it off with fleetwax.All by hand to much heat from the pads may mat the finish leaving it dull and cloudy.
What's the siding? Fiberglass? How to fix?
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That's what I thought because of the fibers but it didn't show up in the ordinal pic. Thanks for taking a look:xyxthumbs:
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Hey Teri.
As a guy that has worked on fiberglass boat hulls for over 20 years, I can tell you the 'glass and whatever paint and/or gelcoat used is pretty much shot.
As mentioned above, it will more than likely look better after you apply a bit of product to it, but will very quickly reabsorb into the porous surface.
If I were to make a suggestion, it would be to do a test spot like Mike P mentioned, then wait a few days or even a week to see if it lasts.
Better to find out you wasted 30 minutes on a lost cause rather than a couple of days.
JMO, and just trying to save you some time.
As a guy that has worked on fiberglass boat hulls for over 20 years, I can tell you the 'glass and whatever paint and/or gelcoat used is pretty much shot.
As mentioned above, it will more than likely look better after you apply a bit of product to it, but will very quickly reabsorb into the porous surface.
If I were to make a suggestion, it would be to do a test spot like Mike P mentioned, then wait a few days or even a week to see if it lasts.
Better to find out you wasted 30 minutes on a lost cause rather than a couple of days.
JMO, and just trying to save you some time.
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Hey Teri.
As a guy that has worked on fiberglass boat hulls for over 20 years, I can tell you the 'glass and whatever paint and/or gelcoat used is pretty much shot.
As mentioned above, it will more than likely look better after you apply a bit of product to it, but will very quickly reabsorb into the porous surface.
If I were to make a suggestion, it would be to do a test spot like Mike P mentioned, then wait a few days or even a week to see if it lasts.
Better to find out you wasted 30 minutes on a lost cause rather than a couple of days.
JMO, and just trying to save you some time.
Thanks, Paul. I will do exactly that. You're right, I don't need to spend time on it if it's not going to last any time. I'm taking care of my 84 (almost) aunt with advanced Alzheimer's and time is pretty thin. I want to do it, too for my sanity:bash:
What's left of it anyway. Thank you, again. I really appreciate all the great feedback. Teri
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Update: First, I can’t believe it’s been over a year since I started this thread! Wow. I’ll finish this up by saying that the HDspeed worked well. I did another pass last October. The guy I sold it to finally picked it up a ew months ago. The shine was still there but, as others had posted, I don’t think it would have lasted long. I wasn’t going to work my butt off for someone that will not keep up the maintenance so that’s that.
I do want to make sure to tell everyone that helped me out on this a big thank you! I’ve learned so much from you all and appreciate all the help! I’m going to focus on my truck now as soon as all the rain stops. :buffing:
I do want to make sure to tell everyone that helped me out on this a big thank you! I’ve learned so much from you all and appreciate all the help! I’m going to focus on my truck now as soon as all the rain stops. :buffing:
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Always great to have more members post questions.
Be sure to post any future questions while tackling your autos!
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Yes! I’m going to work on my red Toyota after the rains. Here’s the plan: wash thoroughly, Clay (if needed), polish and seal. This time around I’m going to use Meguiars #105, #205 and 21. I’m interested in how that turns out. Should be good and I just got the GG 6” and some lake country thin pro pads. I’m excited!
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Awesome. As a GG6 and LC thinpro owner myself, I can say you have a kick-a$$ combo for correction.
Let us know how it works for you, Teri. :xyxthumbs:
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Thanks, Paul! I just had to try that combo! I saw the pic somewhere here and it was on red paint so I want to see how it looks on mine. Hopefully, this time I won’t remove any more pin striping! ����
I’ll take before, during and after pics for sure and see if I can remember how to get them in here. ���� Ha
I’ll take before, during and after pics for sure and see if I can remember how to get them in here. ���� Ha
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Wow! Great! I haven’t been called a kid for many moons. Yes. AGO is great and have learned so much! Now, if I can just stay away from those d*** sales! Teri