Just purchased a UDM and have a question

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So I've pretty much read as much as I can but I have one question that I can't find the answer to. Once your polish is finished or broken down are you supposed to wipe down the area before using another pad + product or can you just start the next application.


Example:

1. Start with a compound + orange pad
2. Then polish + white pad
3. Then sealant + red pad

Am I supposed to wipe down the car with a microfiber after each step?
 
Yes. You should be removing product residue with an mf after each panel. The polish will/should be broken down, but lubricant and spent abrasives will remain and should be removed.

This way you can see your work. Some people like to use a 50/50 mix of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water after the initial wipe down to be sure that lubricant residue isn't obscuring any marrs. They also like the isa/h2o after the final polish to remove residual polish and improve bonding of lsp.

Another important reason to wipe down with an mf after each panel: it will help you to learn the product better. If you are using too much or working it too long you will see differences in the way it wipes off. I am new to this, too, and this part has taught me a lot about how to use the polish correctly. [Also, different products work differently in terms of work time, etc... you will need to spend time with each one and pay attention to the variables.]

You should definitely be wiping off residue before your lsp. There will be bonding issues if you don't. You don't necessarily need to use the isa/h2o solution--people who don't say they don't notice bonding problems. But that has a lot to do with what they are using in the first place. Endless combinations and techniques... From research, and my own limited experience, I think an AIO is the best choice to follow up your polishing steps. There are a couple of excellent posts around here somewhere about this very issue.

Sorry for the long winded reply.
 
House of Bunny hit the nail on the head I'll just touch on this statement
Some people like to use a 50/50 mix of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water after the initial wipe down to be sure that lubricant residue isn't obscuring any marrs.
(to be a lil more clear) To make sure there are no left over lubricant that may be filling in the scratch/marring giving you the impression it's been removed completely. Good job HOB on the explanation.
 
Yea thanks for the great explanation. Answered my question perfectly.
 
this is what the forum is designed for ... quick information . Kudos to each of you !!!
 
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