LSNAutoDetailing
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I got a PM this morning from a forum member asking about CarPro Releoad. Taking a page from Mike Phillips, I opted not to answer the PM, rather post the question here and answer it. This does several things, it opens the topic up for discussion, and allows other to join in, secondly, it allows me to post on a method I use that may help someone else that is lurking, yet has the same issue.
I would wager that there is nothing more soft than a Porsche 911 paint. Especially the 911 Turbo in question on this post: LSN Autodetailing - 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo Maintenance Day
My method of applying Reload starts with preparation. Ensuring the vehicle is absolutely free of any contaminants. The second step of preparation is ensuring you have all the right tools to do the job. For Reload, I start with
1.) Blue Ultima Microfiber Applicator Sponge: Ultima Autospa Microfiber Applicator, applicator pad
2.) Fresh new CarPro Microfiber Sued Towels: CarPro Suede Microfiber Cloths, suede microfibre cloths, microfiber towels, cquartz microfiber
3.) Fresh New (pre-washed) Gold Plush Jr. Microfiber Towels: Gold Plush Jr. Microfiber Towels 12 Pack
Here is the key to using Gold Plush Micro Fiber towels. I have mine graded, A, B, C, D, E, (etc.. even Private Stock). I have them separated in bins by the order of grade. A towels are for only removing LSP or Quick Detailer. These are super soft and as they degrade, they get demoted to B or C towels. Towels that remove compounds and polishes are B towels. C is for interior and D & E are for Door Jams, Engine Bays and wheels, etc...
CarPro Towels will only get used once then I degrade them to menial tasks such as interior or they are pretty good on glass (after you used a waffle glass towel).
Ok so now that we've separated out the towels, onto the process...
NOTE: I apply reload in the garage. It can be done in sunlight, and I've actually had success, but it's a but the work time is short and quick, which is why I prefer the garage bay.
a.) After the car is spotless, I use spray a liberal amount of Reload on the Ultima applicator. With LIGHT pressure, I work reload in a 16"x16" cross section and section pass it a few times. I do not wait as it will start to flash.
b.) Immediately I then take a fresh CarPro Towel (folded in 4ths) and LIGHTLY remove the excess Reload from the section. I flip the towel to the other side and gently wipe the same section.
c.) Take a Gold Plush Jr. and gingerly wipe the same area, flip the towel and repeat the process.
NOTE: If your dealing with a large panel like a hood, you will have to refold your towels to use fresh areas of the towel. Refreshing your towels is important. I try to only use one set of towels per body panel, and that includes refolding to fresh areas. One thing about working with coatings of any kind... Do not try to get away with using too few towels, they build up product and this is how you end up with high-spots.
d.) When done make sure you inspect from a few feet away to ensure you didn't leave any trace amounts as they will become high-spots. It doesn't hurt to have someone else inspect with fresh eyes.
I suspect your doing three things that is leading to your issue.
1.) I'm not sure how your are applying the product ---> Need more info there.
2.) Not using fresh towels
3.) Not changing towels out enough ---> If it's streaking after you wipe, I suspect that your not changing out fresh towels often.
4.) Bearing down too hard to remove excess product ---> This is likely the culprit, as the product dries you can marr the coating you just put down. I suspect the marring you see is in the coating not the CC.
Hope this helps!!!
I would wager that there is nothing more soft than a Porsche 911 paint. Especially the 911 Turbo in question on this post: LSN Autodetailing - 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo Maintenance Day
My method of applying Reload starts with preparation. Ensuring the vehicle is absolutely free of any contaminants. The second step of preparation is ensuring you have all the right tools to do the job. For Reload, I start with
1.) Blue Ultima Microfiber Applicator Sponge: Ultima Autospa Microfiber Applicator, applicator pad
2.) Fresh new CarPro Microfiber Sued Towels: CarPro Suede Microfiber Cloths, suede microfibre cloths, microfiber towels, cquartz microfiber
3.) Fresh New (pre-washed) Gold Plush Jr. Microfiber Towels: Gold Plush Jr. Microfiber Towels 12 Pack
Here is the key to using Gold Plush Micro Fiber towels. I have mine graded, A, B, C, D, E, (etc.. even Private Stock). I have them separated in bins by the order of grade. A towels are for only removing LSP or Quick Detailer. These are super soft and as they degrade, they get demoted to B or C towels. Towels that remove compounds and polishes are B towels. C is for interior and D & E are for Door Jams, Engine Bays and wheels, etc...
CarPro Towels will only get used once then I degrade them to menial tasks such as interior or they are pretty good on glass (after you used a waffle glass towel).
Ok so now that we've separated out the towels, onto the process...
NOTE: I apply reload in the garage. It can be done in sunlight, and I've actually had success, but it's a but the work time is short and quick, which is why I prefer the garage bay.
a.) After the car is spotless, I use spray a liberal amount of Reload on the Ultima applicator. With LIGHT pressure, I work reload in a 16"x16" cross section and section pass it a few times. I do not wait as it will start to flash.
b.) Immediately I then take a fresh CarPro Towel (folded in 4ths) and LIGHTLY remove the excess Reload from the section. I flip the towel to the other side and gently wipe the same section.
c.) Take a Gold Plush Jr. and gingerly wipe the same area, flip the towel and repeat the process.
NOTE: If your dealing with a large panel like a hood, you will have to refold your towels to use fresh areas of the towel. Refreshing your towels is important. I try to only use one set of towels per body panel, and that includes refolding to fresh areas. One thing about working with coatings of any kind... Do not try to get away with using too few towels, they build up product and this is how you end up with high-spots.
d.) When done make sure you inspect from a few feet away to ensure you didn't leave any trace amounts as they will become high-spots. It doesn't hurt to have someone else inspect with fresh eyes.
I suspect your doing three things that is leading to your issue.
1.) I'm not sure how your are applying the product ---> Need more info there.
2.) Not using fresh towels
3.) Not changing towels out enough ---> If it's streaking after you wipe, I suspect that your not changing out fresh towels often.
4.) Bearing down too hard to remove excess product ---> This is likely the culprit, as the product dries you can marr the coating you just put down. I suspect the marring you see is in the coating not the CC.
Hope this helps!!!
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