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One question; will you be doing everything by hand or do you have a polisher? While you can detail a car manually or by hand but a DA polisher will speed up the process, provide a more uniform result.
If the paint is in good condition then I'd start by giving it a through washing. Once this is complete clay one panel at a time to remove embedded particles and debris from the paint. After claying the wipe the surface down to remove any left over liquids. Some do some don't but I don't want to thin the products I'll be using thus the reason for this.
For the first time simplify the take by using just a few quality products. For the first step I'd recommend using Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 3.0. This is a great product and the results are amazing. Apply it with white or green pad.
- Diminishing Abrasive Technology
- Low-dusting, easy clean-up
- Water-based
- No fillers, wax or silicones
- Removes 2000 grit sanding scratches
- Effective on conventional and ceramic clear coats
Once you've completed the paint correction above, wipe down each panel with a clean Microfiber towel. I generally use a 1:1 mixture of water and Isopropyl Alcohol. This simply removes any left over contaminates from the swirl removal process making it ready for the next step.
For the next step I'd recommend Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0
The look of Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0 is similar to the shine of a carnauba wax but with a slicker, wetter surface gloss. The paint looks like a clear glossy coating was just poured over it. The sealer is basically a synthetic wax and is very durable. It goes on very easily and comes off just as easy. Apply it either by hand or with a DA polisher using a blue or red pad.
Always use clean Microfiber towels.
This product requires an 8 to 10 hour cure time and what that means is; don't let the surface come in contact with moisture until after this.
