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    Trunk Lid Heavily Scratched - 2011 Civic, Nighthawk Black Pearl

    I’m working on a friend’s daily driven Nighthawk Black Pearl 2011 Civic. The trunk was heavily scratched from a box, please see the photos attached. I have seen many civics of this generation, this one included, experience clear coat failure on the flat surfaces such as the roof. Therefore, I...
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    Soft Black Paint - Removing Polish Oils - Eraser & Prep Causing Towel Marring

    Hi, I have a brand new black car that I'm lightly polishing before applying my lsp of choice. According to the manufacturer of the lsp I have chosen; if the vehicle was compounded and polished than a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water must be used for removal of the remaining oils...
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    DA Haze - SF3800 - Black Metallic - Please Help

    Hi, I am performing my first paint correction on >my< brand NEW car. It's a 2017 VW Golf R in BLACK metallic, so the last thing I want to do is make a mistake. I'm a notice and I have been taking my time with the whole project as I want to learn as much as I can along the way. I have read many...
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    Dried Polish Splatter Removal?

    Hi, I am performing my first paint correction on my brand new car. I have been taking my time with the whole project as I want to learn as much as I can along the way. I have corrected all the panels with 5" and 3" pads. The roof needed more attention and I polished this last which caused a lot...
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    New Car Paint Correction - Car Delivered with Full Car Cover - Winter Time - Polish vs Clay

    Hi Everyone, I have been part of the forums for years but I have never introduced myself or posted any threads. I have a question I am hoping that Mike Phillips can help with by sharing his wisdom or from other experienced forums members. I Purchased a brand new car, 2017 VW Golf R with...
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    2013 Subaru WRX STi - Headlight Film / Oxidation / Polish Residue? Help

    Hi Mike, I own a 2013 Subaru WRX STi which is not my dd. I bought it brand new and unfortunately it was dealer prepped and had been "buffed". Couple months ago I was surprised when I noticed a film on one of the headlights which appeared like oxidation. I was unsure of what to do about it or...
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