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Hi All,

I have always hand polished cars since I was a kid, that's how my Dad did it, and I almost never used separate polish/wax products when I did things by hand.
The cars looked pretty good too.

I got a flex orbital polisher and some Pinnacle products a year or so ago and started to use them.

As I got a better understanding from reading others posts and using the polisher, I developed a 3 step routine that leaves my cars looking great!
And it's so much less difficult with the orbital polisher than by hand.

I noticed I was spending more and more time reading posts here on tips and tricks and methods so I decided it was time to join.

I hope I can contribute something, at the very least I plan to post some recent before and after photos of a 65 VW Bug I have that had a neglected base/clear respray from the 90's.
It almost looks freshly painted (if you ignore the dings and flaws).

Thanks to all who's tips I have already used and I'm glad I finally decided to sign up.

:dblthumb2:
 
:welcome: To Autogeek Online!

Most if not every member began their obsession washing and polishing by hand. As we began to understand there were better ways to make our finish really shine making it glass smooth.

Autogeek Online is "the" place to learn some of the finest ways to detail your car. There is a wealth of knowledge here for the beginner to the most advanced. A simple question is all that's needed to initiate helpful responses from members here and also Autogeek Professional Staff.

Everyone starts off as a beginner but with some reading, questions, and trial, error, and practice you'll be amazed how much you'll be able to do. After reading and understanding some of the basics, the more hands on, the quicker you'll build your knowledge and gain experience.

There are hundreds of brand name products available and most do a decent job. These products can become very expensive but that doesn't mean they have to. Manufacturers like Meguiar's and 3M have been around for 100 years and in fact, not long ago 3M bought Meguiar's....

Some great reading by none other than Mike Phillips

To simplify the compounding and polishing, two over the counter products by Meguiar's do a great job at removing minor scratches, swirls, and like defects leaving the finish looking like glass.

Meguiar's Ultimate Compound

Meguiar's Ultimate Polish

Basic steps in order are:

  • Wash
  • Clay
  • Paint Correction & Polish
  • Seal
  • Wax

Make detailing enjoyable and practice. Take your time and do not become overwhelmed. Just because there are a thousand products doesn't mean you have to use them all. [FONT=&quot]

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The Porter Cable 7424xp


Here's some great information by Mike Phillips that will help you.


If you'd like some product suggestions that perform, take a look at these. I will guarantee they will not disappoint...

Wash - Duragloss #901
Clay - Meguiar's
Compound - Menzerna FG-400
Polish - Menzerna PF-2500
Finishing Polish - Menzerna SF-4000
Sealant - CarPro Reload
Wax - Collinite 845
Spray Wax - Optimum Car Wax
Tire Cleaner - Meguiar's Super Degreaser
Wheel Cleaner - Sonax Full Effect
Tire Treatment - CarPro PERL
Wheel Protectant - Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0
Trim Protectant - CarPro DLux
All Purpose Cleaner - Optimum Power Clean
Glass Cleaner - Meguiar's Glass Cleaner
Glass Treatment - Aquapel
Interior Protectant - Meguiar's M40

Foam Pads

Yellow Cutting Foam - Use this pad to apply compounds or polishes to remove severe oxidation, swirls, and scratches. It is the most aggressive and should only be used on oxidized and older finishes. Always follow this pad with an orange or white pad and a fine polish to refine the paint until it is smooth.

Orange Light Cutting Foam - Firm, high density foam for scratch and defect removal. Use this pad with polishes and swirl removers. It’s an all-around pad that will work on most light to moderate imperfections.

White Polishing Foam - Less dense foam formula for the application of waxes, micro-fine polishes and sealants. This pad has very light cutting power so it’s perfect for pre-wax cleaners.

Gray Finishing Foam Pad - Composition is firm enough to withstand added pressure during final finishing to remove buffer swirls. It has no cut and will apply thin, even coats of waxes, sealants, and glazes.

Blue Finessing Foam – Pad has soft composition for applying glaze, finishing polish, sealants, and liquid waxes. Flat pad provides full contact with paint surface to minimize the pressure applied by the user.[FONT=&quot]
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BobbyG said:
:welcome: To Autogeek Online!

Most if not every member began their obsession washing and polishing by hand. As we began to understand there were better ways to make our finish really shine making it glass smooth.

Autogeek Online is "the" place to learn some of the finest ways to detail your car. There is a wealth of knowledge here for the beginner to the most advanced. A simple question is all that's needed to initiate helpful responses from members here and also Autogeek Professional Staff.

Everyone starts off as a beginner but with some reading, questions, and trial, error, and practice you'll be amazed how much you'll be able to do. After reading and understanding some of the basics, the more hands on, the quicker you'll build your knowledge and gain experience.

There are hundreds of brand name products available and most do a decent job. These products can become very expensive but that doesn't mean they have to. Manufacturers like Meguiar's and 3M have been around for 100 years and in fact, not long ago 3M bought Meguiar's....

Some great reading by none other than Mike Phillips

To simplify the compounding and polishing, two over the counter products by Meguiar's do a great job at removing minor scratches, swirls, and like defects leaving the finish looking like glass.

Meguiar's Ultimate Compound

Meguiar's Ultimate Polish

Basic steps in order are:

  • Wash
  • Clay
  • Paint Correction & Polish
  • Seal
  • Wax

Make detailing enjoyable and practice. Take your time and do not become overwhelmed. Just because there are a thousand products doesn't mean you have to use them all. [FONT=&quot]

[/FONT]
The Porter Cable 7424xp


Here's some great information by Mike Phillips that will help you.


If you'd like some product suggestions that perform, take a look at these. I will guarantee they will not disappoint...

Wash - Duragloss #901
Clay - Meguiar's
Compound - Menzerna FG-400
Polish - Menzerna PF-2500
Finishing Polish - Menzerna SF-4000
Sealant - CarPro Reload
Wax - Collinite 845
Spray Wax - Optimum Car Wax
Tire Cleaner - Meguiar's Super Degreaser
Wheel Cleaner - Sonax Full Effect
Tire Treatment - CarPro PERL
Wheel Protectant - Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0
Trim Protectant - CarPro DLux
All Purpose Cleaner - Optimum Power Clean
Glass Cleaner - Meguiar's Glass Cleaner
Glass Treatment - Aquapel
Interior Protectant - Meguiar's M40

Foam Pads

Yellow Cutting Foam - Use this pad to apply compounds or polishes to remove severe oxidation, swirls, and scratches. It is the most aggressive and should only be used on oxidized and older finishes. Always follow this pad with an orange or white pad and a fine polish to refine the paint until it is smooth.

Orange Light Cutting Foam - Firm, high density foam for scratch and defect removal. Use this pad with polishes and swirl removers. It’s an all-around pad that will work on most light to moderate imperfections.

White Polishing Foam - Less dense foam formula for the application of waxes, micro-fine polishes and sealants. This pad has very light cutting power so it’s perfect for pre-wax cleaners.

Gray Finishing Foam Pad - Composition is firm enough to withstand added pressure during final finishing to remove buffer swirls. It has no cut and will apply thin, even coats of waxes, sealants, and glazes.

Blue Finessing Foam – Pad has soft composition for applying glaze, finishing polish, sealants, and liquid waxes. Flat pad provides full contact with paint surface to minimize the pressure applied by the user.[FONT=&quot]
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Thanks Bobbyg,

That would have saved me a few weeks reading and learning if I found it last year!
I'm glad to see that is pretty much my system and how I used the pads, and I appreciate the product recommendations and will try some.

I got a sample of Black WOW for restoring black trim and I was blown away at the results!
I learned that trying other or new products is well worth the investment rather then just sticking with a few things I have tried and know work well.

I did get a different 65 VW Bug shiny enough and in to the LeMay museum on Griots spray wash and wax but I don't plan to use only that.
 
Welcome fellow dubber! :xyxthumbs: Cannot wait to see the pics of your VW! :dblthumb2: We have a 63 beetle, two type 3 squarebacks a 64 & 66, a 71 type 4 squareback & a 03 beetle rag top. love the dubs. :dblthumb2:
 
Aaryn NZ said:
Welcome fellow dubber! :xyxthumbs: Cannot wait to see the pics of your VW! :dblthumb2: We have a 63 beetle, two type 3 squarebacks a 64 & 66, a 71 type 4 squareback & a 03 beetle rag top. love the dubs. :dblthumb2:
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Right On!

Thanks Everyone :dblthumb2:
 
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