So it begins!

Reddwarf

Reddwarf

New member
Joined
Mar 4, 2006
Messages
2,074
Reaction score
0
I received my PC with the Poorboy's package. In addition, I got the PB wheel cleaner, the PB Natural Look spray, and Pinnacle clay

Dallas has been under a drought with water restrictions and what happens this weekend? Yep, thunderstorms predicted. Can't complain, we need the rain. The upside to this is that it is relatively cool for Dallas in June this evening. So, I got outside after dinner and washed the Jag. I had planned to clay it, but I started too late so I only washed it. Hopefully, I will be able to clay it tomorrow and start the PC on it!

I used the PB wheel cleaner and it is great! IMO, better than the Meg's wheel cleaner I had been using. The PB stuff does smell a bit strong but it cleaned the wheel wells better and easier than i have ever been able to!
 
I'll be doing the same! Rain is forcast. We need the rain though, about 6 inches behind.
 
Theres nothing like washing/waxing a car in the eye of a hurricane, us boys in Florida find working between raindrops the normal this time of year.

You seriously got one great collection of products !!!
 
Yes you do. This is the time of year us Florida boys/gals show our true colors in keeping our cars clean in the face of everyday rain :awesome:
Good luck with your PC'ing. I hope you get some rain.
 
Sometimes we Floridians call the rain "our daily car wash"! Gets the dust off:-) Yes, it's hard to keep a car clean in Florida. It NEVER fails.....if you want it to rain, wash the car that day:mad:
 
killrwheels@autogeek said:
Theres nothing like washing/waxing a car in the eye of a hurricane, us boys in Florida find working between raindrops the normal this time of year.
Click to expand...
Souds like fun. Here in chicago its between snow flakes and 27 degree temps ;)
 
dengood1 said:
Sometimes we Floridians call the rain "our daily car wash"! Gets the dust off:-) Yes, it's hard to keep a car clean in Florida. It NEVER fails.....if you want it to rain, wash the car that day:mad:
Click to expand...


Only prob is the 90degree+ temps and burning that rain into the finish before it can be washed and detailed again. ;)
 
Done for the day. I washed last night so today I used the Pinnacle Clay and it is awesome. I cut it in half as someone suggested. It seems to be easier than the Clay Magic I used before. Then the PB S+W. Then I cranked up the PC!

It took me all day and I am beat! I'm about to leave for dinner so I'll fill in the details of the PC tomorrow. However, I must say, that I'm not all that pleased with the look, especially considering the cost and the hard hot labor. I'm so tired I might be too tired to get my Father's Day present from the wife :-(

The car looks good, but...

more anon.
 
dengood1 said:
Sometimes we Floridians call the rain "our daily car wash"! Gets the dust off:-) Yes, it's hard to keep a car clean in Florida. It NEVER fails.....if you want it to rain, wash the car that day:mad:
Click to expand...

I feel you there!! Sometimes I think washing my truck is some kind of Indian rain dance!!!!!!
 
justin30513 said:
Better have some pics.....

Not of the "nasty" you're getting tonight!

EWWWW!
Click to expand...

LOL:eek:

btw, how come there are only 18 smilies? How can we get more?
 
Now, the details of my first PC detailing experience

I started off Saturday with the Pinnacle Ultra clay. As stated before, I really like that clay, despite its high cost and small size! Then I followed up with the PB S+W.

I unwrapped the PC and got going with the new toy. I started off with the orange pad and PB SSR 2.5 then moved to the white pad and PB SR1. I applied Natty’s Blue by hand and buffed it with the grey/black finishing pad and an MF towel. I finished with the PB Spray & Gloss. Was that the right way to apply the wax? Is a second coat of wax advisable?

I think I need more experience with the PC and products as I had some problems and did not achieve the results I had hoped for. I still have some scratches in places that I was unable to remove. I found it difficult to know how much product to put on the pad, speed and when it was broken down. It seemed to me that it started off easier but as the pad became more used, it was hard to know if there was too much or not enough product. I had some slinging a couple of times and some dry bits flying all over. This made the job way harder! All those little dried bits got everywhere!

On my first attempt I have to say the car looks good, but not as good as it should be compared to the expense and hard day long effort! I was not able to remove all the scratches I wanted and I found that many of the scratches I have are too deep for this process. It also seemed to bring out the fact that the front of the car has tons of rock chips! I have got to find a body shop that can help me with this.

What I need to do is get some hands-on lessons from one of you experts. I’d prefer Miss Flip Flop long fingers, but there are plenty of you that I could learn from!

I'll take some pictures and upload them later today.
 
Photos as promised

The pictures in the shade look good. I have some shine and reflection. But notice the picture of the hood. Still sctratches and the finish is dull.

Clearly I did not do the quality job so many of you on this forum do. :(
 
I love the color on that jag hopefully this can help you out http://paintcare-n-detailing.com/ssr.html and here are some vids on how to use it as well http://paintcare-n-detailing.com/video/ don't worry I coun't even remove any sracthes from mine :(. I need more practice so I know how you feel. Chances are you were moving the pc to fast from what I have gathered you're supposed to move at a snails pace. Good lcuk
 
Wytstang, thanks for the advice. I'll check out the links. I probably did move the PC too fast. I also think doing it in the garage did not help. Even with what seemed like enough lights once in the sun I could see the scratches. I absolutley need more practice. Got to figure out the powder problem too.

I think next weekend I'll try the wife's Nissan Quest. I'll be sure to send you pictures when I get to my Mother's Mustang!

Two questions: (1) should I use something between the PB SR 1 and the Natty's Blue, say EXP or Pinnacle Souvern?. (2) Did I apply the wax correctly? - I applied NB by hand then removed with PC Grey pad and an MF.
 
When I use the PC I move it around .5 - 1" per second while overlapping. After your done polishing, you should use a sealent like EX-P after polishing and then Natty's Blue. What you can try as well is EX-P, then Natty's, top with a layer of Souveran. Should look great. I would apply Natty's or Souveran by hand and remove by hand though w/ a microfiber, I don't like removing waxes by machine. If appied thinly like you should, should Natty's and Souveran are very easy to remove. I like to let Natty's sit for an hour or two to haze, but Souveran you can apply and basically remove almost immedietley.
 
Last edited:
Reddwarf said:
I think next weekend I'll try the wife's Nissan Quest. I'll be sure to send you pictures when I get to my Mother's Mustang!
Click to expand...
:cheers:
Two questions: (1) should I use something between the PB SR 1 and the Natty's Blue, say EXP or Pinnacle Souvern?. (2) Did I apply the wax correctly? - I applied NB by hand then removed with PC Grey pad and an MF.
Click to expand...
(1)That's really up to you, after the paint is polished you can go straight to Nattys or apply a sealant let it cure for 24 hrs then top with Nattys. If you want to stay with carnuba only you could go, SSR1, Clearkote Vanilla Moose Hand glaze, and the Nattys 2x to ensure full coverage.
(2) Like surfer I also prefer applying/removal by hand w/mf towels.
 
The car looks good and the whole PC thing takes practice. You need to develop a technique that works for you, and then you will likely see results that will satisfy you. Good luck man!
 
:iagree: QUOTE:

I don't like removing waxes by machine. If appied thinly like you should, should Natty's and Souveran are very easy to remove. I like to let Natty's sit for an hour or two to haze, but Souveran you can apply and basically remove almost immedietley.


EASY ON EASY OFF.......BY HAND:righton:
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top