Recent content by MilesToEmpty

Nope. I sprayed with the pressure washer. Think that’s my problem.

Well I rinsed the car for about 10 minutes, but I used the Pressure washer and I think thats the where the fault came from. Car was washed in the shade at around 7 at night

So I picked up some Hydro2 Foam and really like the results. The paint feels smooth and overall I'm very pleased. I have two issues that I've encountered though. 1: The roof rack rails on my Subaru have discolored and are no longer black. They look faded and weird. I'll have to get a photo...

SO the way Im taking it is that the Rupes is the next "step" I should look at over the PC. Im surprised the Flex is so much more expensive though. Rupes 21ES is $320, and the Flex starts at $390. I would have thought the Rupes to be more expensive?

Is one or the other better for darker paints? Ive read people like the Rupes for black cars and the Flex for lighter colors. I have 2 black, 1 grey, and 1 white car. Which will I be less tired with? And is there a performacne difference for the forced rotation and long throw?

My first buffer I bought was a Makita. I used it twice and decided I didnt like it. I just sold it over the weekend. My go to for the past few years is my Porter Cable, but now Im ready do move up to something a bit better/faster/dangerous. I keep hearing the flex is where I should go, is that...

I just ordered a new backing plate for my PC to use 5.5" pads instead of the 6.5" Picked up several orange and white as well.

I used the 400 on my Prius which is 8yrs old and had never been polished. It worked great. Not sure Ive really figured it out as I had a lot of dusting and people state that it doesnt produce much dust. Ill order myself a new orange pad. My last one started falling apart on me prematurely. I...

Product in particular? I usually do ironx and then light clay at if needed. I havent used used an actual "paint cleaner" for quite a while.

So we just bought a black (I know) 17 GTI. It came equipped with swirl marks and bird poop etching from the dealer, which Im pretty sure I paid extra for. Ive never detailed a brand new car before and wanted to make sure i didn't do anything I shouldn't, and that I knew what pads I need to use...

Yea Ive been digging around looking at all the pros and cons of each product. Its most likely going to come down to which works best being applied in the sun lol.

So far, here's most of what's been recommended: Ill probably pick up the Menzerna and HD to start off with. The Meguairs is def the most cost/volume though. As well as the CarPro stuff. Menzerna Super Finish (SF-3500) 8 oz. Menzerna Heavy Cut Compound 400 8 oz. FG400-8 Menzerna Jescar Power...

Ive always been a fan of Surf City garage Tire Beyond Black. Never kicked up any oil splashes and didnt attract dirt.

Whats the difference between a coating and a Sealant/Wax? This coating stuff is completely new to me lol.

So far it looks like Menzerna and 3D are the two most recommended products. Im a fan of the PoorBoys Bird Sh#t remover. Is there a better product? Also looks like I need some more soap as well. Was thinking about trying PoorBoys. And my IronX spray bottle is all gunked up, do they sell...