Observations on Sealants

Actually I e-mailed Chemical Guys personally and they really emphasized that there are "no" abrasives. Just fillers. Really makes me confused...


Well e-mail them the same link you posted here, this one....


Chemical Guys GAP_619 - Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish (1 Gal)


and then ask them why they have a review by Todd Cooperider on their website stating the product has abrasives? Here's a screenshot....


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Or instead,

Just use the product as directed and make up your own mind and then post back here your results.

That's what I think everyone would really like to see....


Washing and waxing your car doesn't have to be complicated. So while you guys hash this out... I have to get ready to work on this old 2-door Chevy...


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Actually I e-mailed Chemical Guys personally and they really emphasized that there are "no" abrasives. Just fillers. Really makes me confused...

Then they are apparently confused and need to fix their product description.

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Yes in lieu of shedding light, I hope it can be clarrified. And yes also, I used it and I'm very satisfied with it. I just don't know what it really is doing that's why in my plan of attack, you might see some redundant steps/chemicals.
 
Thank you very much for all your replies. I am just new to detailing my cars and my family's cars (around 3 years). I am also days old of this forum but have read quite a few threads of Sir Mike including some of those that was re-stated in this thread. I am just a hobbyist by the way. I kinda have a clue to the answers to my questions but I would like to hear what you guys think of my observation.

First, I also believe that there are no abrasives with Pinnacle and Wolfgang Sealant but I really think chemically because of it's vehicle/medium, it kinda chemically cleans the surface to adhere? Your thoughts?

Regarding the scratches, those are very small and fine to begin with. Foam pads via hand did not correct it but a MF applicator did, I'm sure with that. I did IPA wipe down twice to verify and checked it under my worklight and under the sun. I guess it really was because of the applicator.

Regarding the Blacklight question, I really don't know that's why I asked. I always get different answers. Website classifies it as a glaze while the directions said "when used as an AIO". To be safe, I'll use it as my glaze to fill and mask imperfections since I don't intend to fully correct the surfaces.

Question regarding Optimum Finish, I just asked it because I read from a thread of Sir Mike siting M205 as Fine Finishing while Optimum Finish is Ultra Fine. I'm leaning towards the least aggressive product.

Regarding claying, I know it is necessary. Just thinking of short cuts? I do my vehicles per panel every weekends and in a rush. Claying and washing again makes me feel lazy most specially I'm working with SUVs.

Thanks again guys. :)

You are correct, rubbing almost any liquid on your paint with a foam applicator will have a cleaning effect


This Forum is the wrong place if you are looking for "short cuts". There are none, if you value the end result.
 
Washing and waxing your car doesn't have to be complicated. So while you guys hash this out... I have to get ready to work on this old 2-door Chevy...

I think this is the most important piece here. It is a simple process product wise. Just need to get the method down.

Wash
Decontaminate
Polish
Wipedown
LSP
 
Hi Mike, it's a couple of Toyota SUV a Patrol and an Accord. The Toyotas I do, I'm sure is not available in the U.S. I guess I really have to practice with this vehicles before I take on my dad's VW Beetles. I decided to cheat and take short cuts. Will be applying Opti Coat on SUV's roof, bumpers and fenders. :D
 
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