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I have a ‘22 F150 with pearl metallic paint, and the truck sits outside full time in Phoenix. The paint is still in excellent condition, and I’d like to try and keep it that way. I don’t intend to use a car cover. It would seem that UV harming the top layer/clear coat is a contributor… but...

thank you Mike. Yes, it’s the discoloration just below the body line in the center. I was kind of figuring it was staining on the clear. Any recommendations on how to remove the stripes on the other side to minimize this?

that makes sense. Trying to decide whether to tackle the other side with the lacquer thinner, or wait and see what happens. If i tape off the area on the other side; will the lacquer thinner pierce through and sit in the paint more with tape laid down?

I have a white 2018 Escalade with brown/black pin stripes painted down the side of the vehicle. After researching removal techniques, i decided to try the lacquer thinner, and was able to successfully remove the stripes on one side of the vehicle yesterday. I washed the area and have gone over...

Hey guys, I have a pretty new '15 Yukon and noticed some deformities in the paint and plastic bumper cover. Took it to the dealer and they agreed that it was a manufacturing defect and agreed to correct it. They ended up heating the bumper to remove the deformities/indentations, and then...

Thanks guys! Appreciate he info!

I recently picked up the '28 Ford below. The paint appears to be in very good shape, however I'm curious what precautions to take when polishing/waxing a custom paint job that I have little background on? I have a griots DA polisher, a bunch of foam pads, and an arsenal of Wolfgang products...

Just wanted to provide a follow up. I finally finished the 4Runner and the swirls are 95% gone. It really looks like a new vehicle. What would you guys recommend as a topper/wax? Anything? I started with the Wolfgang TSR, then went to the finishing glaze, followed by the sealant. Would a wax...

Is this pressure washer still available, and does anyone know the price? I'm not finding it on costco.com

I was doing some reading tonight, and the reviews I've read on costcos site all seem to be positive for the CR Spotless Rolling De-ionized Water Filtration System. AG appears to also sell the same unit, (100 gallon & 300). Does anyone here use this, and in your opinion is it worth the...

just for some general guidance...how much product do you guys generally use per section of the vehicle? If i put an X or swirly pattern of the ol Swirl remover on a foam pad, is that typically enough to cover a 24x24 area? or more/less?

Thanks guys. The Griots DA kit I ordered came with a CCS orange, white and blue pad, and the Wolfgang twins. I'm thinking that I will start with the white pad, and Wolfgang TSR 3.0. Think that's a good starting point, then finish with blue? Or should I add a black or red pad for finishing?

It's a 2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited, black (non-metallic)

I've been reading the same thing on here about opti-coat. How can i verify if my particular paint code is Single Stage or not??

I believe the paint on my truck is single stage. Given the Wolfgang trio i'm going with, is there anything else i should add to this mix for the single stage paint? Or, will the WG 3.0 trio do the trick? Thanks!

Are all new non-metallic Toyota paints single stage??

Thanks for the insight. One of the things i was most concerned about was harming the new paint, or making matters worse. Based on what i've read, the Griot's unit i selected is near dummy proof, or i hope so! I'm excited for this new gear to get here!

Sounds like a plan. I just ordered up the Griots Gen 3, with one orange, white and blue CCS pads along with the Wolfgang trio. Once i get everything ready, i'm going to do a test section and will then decide which particular pads to order more of. I'm hoping i'll be good with just the white...

I think i'm going to go with this kit, since it seems to include nearly all of what i'm looking for, at a discount. Griot’s Garage Random Orbital Wolfgang Duo Should i add the Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant for the final step since it's the only thing not included?

Thanks again. I've been reading up on pads, and am trying to determine which is going to be best to start with? It sounds like I should pickup a 5.5"-6.5" white and red foam pad, and maybe an orange? Should i stick with Griots pads, or since i'm starting new, would it be better to go with the...