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All, Yesterday I did a paint correction on my 2022 Corolla in Black Sand Pearl. I did a two-stage with Meguiar's Ultimate Polish (could not find M205 locally in stock) and finished with Wolfgang's Deep Gloss Paint Sealant. Overall, I am satisfied with the results but would like to do a second...

He wasn't at work today and was hence unable to get more photos. But more or less the same condition...

Thanks for the information. In Canada, we are a lot less prone to suing such that I would not be worried about that happening, but it might nevertheless be worthwhile. I have attached a few photos, and I can take some more (hopefully tomorrow). These are just a sample of what a lot of the...

All, I will be doing a paint correction on a coworker's 1970s Pontiac Firebird. The paint is not original (was in an accident prior to him purchasing it in the early 1980s) and has severe defects. To complicate matters, there are several patches where the black paint has worn and an (orange?)...

Yes, indeed. I was wondering, though, if I could try with clear coat, let it dry, wet sand to level, and if not happy with results, remove the clearcoat and add some colour.

Thanks! Here are some photos of the defects: Before mineral spirits: After mineral spirits: After: I do not think it is a transfer, but I nevertheless tried using a LC Orange pad by hand with GG Fast Correcting Cream without success. What really has me scratching my head is the fact it is...

Thanks for your response. I will purchase some mineral spirits, apply it to the area, and post a photograph. Also, I have circled the scratch in question, though I suspect you were correct. Meanwhile I have two questions: First, I am slightly confused (and perhaps my confusion will be resolved...

Thanks for your response. I forgot to upload the photos when I posted the thread: are you now able to see them? I just don't know if clear-coat is good enough, and, unless I am misunderstanding the process, if I try first with the clear-coat and it doesn't work, I'd have to remove that clear...

Hi, all, After work I came out to see someone scraped my rear bumper and (not surprisingly) did not leave contact information. I cleaned the area with lacquer thinner, clayed it, and was able to via wet sand fix all of the damage done except for the vertical scrape. However, because my...

I used 4.5 with fairly decent pressure for the first two passes and then eased it up for the last two.

Bringing it to a quality body shop is obviously a good idea but how would one go about it as a do it yourself project?

Sorry I thought I had updated. I tested D300 with both the microfiber and yellow pads, and there's a definite difference with the microfiber. I ended up using the microfiber with D00 for the car, and feel pretty confident with the results. Definitely think that all that's left is scratches that...

Any ideas?

Hi, all, My friend has agreed to allow me to work on his vehicle. A few years ago, he managed to damage the rear passenger door. Originally he used generic green automotive paint that looked 'close enough'. Recently, he acquired the correct colour (SprayMax FillClean mixed at local automotive...

Thanks for your response, again. I had a follow-up question after re-reading your guide. How does it work for chips that are "shallow"? As I understand it, you are to put several layers of paint such that it is still below the surface of the surrounding area's paint, and top it up with clear...

Thanks for your response and for sharing that other thread. I ended up trying it on my grandparent's Nissan Altima with a bottle of acrylic enamel mixed by Rondex. I put approximately 5 or 6 thin coats over the span of two days and wet sanding after letting the final coat dry for 24 hours...

Hi, all, I wang to repair numerous rock chips and deep scratches and, while I understand perfection is not always possible, I am looking for the best possible results. Most of the tutorials I have read online involve wet sanding to level/blend the touch-up paint with the existing paint. The...

I ended up ordering several LC Yellow and White flat pads, D300, and Meguiars Microfiber cutting pads. In terms of bite, what would you recommend as a starting, least aggressive combination (already have correcting cream) to higher noting orange didn't touch it.

I am noticing the LC Yellow flat pad suggests you follow-up with a white or gray pad with a "fine polish." What would work well? I'm thinking to go with a microfiber pads, Meguiars D300 and a Yellow pad to give me variety. Could I use the correcting cream as a fine polish or would that be the...

What about microfiber pads? Would that jump be too severe?