Wolfgang TSR Kit on my 2004 Nighthawk Black Pearl RSX, review/showoff

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This was the first time I used my new Porter Cable. I got the Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover kit. Overall I'm very pleased. The Sealant was the easiest part and given the results I think I prefer it over wax even though the depth isnt quite as deep its still really impressive, plus polymers make it last a couple months.
I doctored a few in PS since I was bored, Camera is a Nikon D40 using Auto settings on the kit lense. P-Bucket always messes up the shots and makes then grainy...anyway on the shots...

fendersun.jpg

front1.jpg

front2.jpg

front3.jpg

headlight.jpg

hoodreflection1.jpg

hoodsun2.jpg

hoodsun.jpg

iso1.jpg
 
paintreflection2.jpg

paintreflection3.jpg

paintreflection.jpg

^Thats a reflection shot!^

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Process:
Hand wash
clay
dry,
tsr,
glaze,
sealant, removed with mf towel mounted on buffer pad using the pc
instant detail spritz, removed with MF towel by hand.

No tire shine I know.. I didnt have the one I wanted, I dont like the glossy wet look so rather then put it on, I'm waiting for the Wolfgang which has a nice satin finish.

Anyway the only complaint I have is the car attracts an incredible amount of dust. I followed all the steps properly and let it cure longer then recommended in ideal conditions but it looks like my car went through a field of flowers in a matter of hours. I used the instant detail spritz afterward and it cleaned up very nicely but still almost seemed staticly CHARGED. I purchased this kit not only for the tsr but for the claims of it giving debris no foothold on the paint.

The surface is super slick and I'm just wondering why this would happen. I have yet to hand wash it after this process which was recommended to me but I have driven it through a light rain for about 5 mins which left some water spots due to pollen stuck to the car. A tad disappointed and wondering what could be wrong there.


Anyway, C&C is welcome and thanks for looking.
 
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Thanks

I've been wondering what NHBP would look like with the sealant. I havea 02 Civic SI same color haven't had time to pull the trigger on the big detail again, looks like I've got to make time between flying to Dallas and Korea for work, and remodeling the kitchen...
 
The car looks great! I wish I could advise you on the dust issue. I've noticed it too on my car, but it seems to happen no matter what I use. I recently bought TSR and I'm looking forward to giving it a go.

Good review!
 
Very clean looking DC5, nice job! I have the same paint NBP on my 2007 Honda SI. I found the The blue flake will really pop after topped with any respectable wax.
 
gotta love the reflective nature of black ..
 
Throw some FK425 or Clearkote Quickshine on that car. They seem to be the best QD's for reducing dust adhesion
 
Looks awesome! I have a 06 Vivid Blue Pearl and I have the same problem with dust. found nothing to help with that yet...

Was the PC easy to work with? I have been wanting to try a machine to help with detailing my cars, but have been afraid to use one...
 
hondajake said:
Looks awesome! I have a 06 Vivid Blue Pearl and I have the same problem with dust. found nothing to help with that yet...

Was the PC easy to work with? I have been wanting to try a machine to help with detailing my cars, but have been afraid to use one...
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Don't be afraid. I just bought a flex/Menz kit and like you i was somewhat afraid. But after reading this forum I finally decided to buy it and give it a go. The results were amazing and the swirls vanished. While not impossible, it really is pretty hard to screw up your paint with an orbital. It took me 1 panel to really get comfortable with the machine and I was off to the races.

No matter which machine you buy, Menz. products rock from my limited use. I couldn't be happier with the purchase and the results.
 
Thanks for the tip! I think I just have to get over it and do it...
 
Surf City Garage's Speed demon wax detailer, is also a good product to use to keep dust away.Im the MAN
 
Thanks for the comments guys, I'll be sure to check out the products mentioned.

So far the sealant is holding up great, Ive driven through a lot of buggy nights,intense downpours for hours and a few hail storms (NY WTF?) and it needs a handwash again. Water still sheets off nicely. I'll let you know my findings and report back on the initial durability and ease of the wash.
 
thatdc5 said:
paintreflection2.jpg

paintreflection3.jpg

paintreflection.jpg

^Thats a reflection shot!^

side1.jpg



Process:
Hand wash
clay
dry,
tsr,
glaze,
sealant, removed with mf towel mounted on buffer pad using the pc
instant detail spritz, removed with MF towel by hand.

No tire shine I know.. I didnt have the one I wanted, I dont like the glossy wet look so rather then put it on, I'm waiting for the Wolfgang which has a nice satin finish.

Anyway the only complaint I have is the car attracts an incredible amount of dust. I followed all the steps properly and let it cure longer then recommended in ideal conditions but it looks like my car went through a field of flowers in a matter of hours. I used the instant detail spritz afterward and it cleaned up very nicely but still almost seemed staticly CHARGED. I purchased this kit not only for the tsr but for the claims of it giving debris no foothold on the paint.

The surface is super slick and I'm just wondering why this would happen. I have yet to hand wash it after this process which was recommended to me but I have driven it through a light rain for about 5 mins which left some water spots due to pollen stuck to the car. A tad disappointed and wondering what could be wrong there.


Anyway, C&C is welcome and thanks for looking.
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i have wolfgang total swirl remover 3.0 but have not used it yet from looking at them pictures of the rsx it came out clean and bad ass. how bad was the swirls before? i've used the wolfgang paint sealant 3.0 and i find that i have the same problem with staticly CHARGED when buffing off the product other than that i like using product
 
Very nice work, the reflection is super. It may be hard to maintain, but black is beautiful when properly polished.
 
sciontest said:
i have wolfgang total swirl remover 3.0 but have not used it yet from looking at them pictures of the rsx it came out clean and bad ass. how bad was the swirls before? i've used the wolfgang paint sealant 3.0 and i find that i have the same problem with staticly CHARGED when buffing off the product other than that i like using product
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The swirls were not bad but apparant at any close up of the paint in the sun. I believe the product is great. I realized I only worked it in about 80% of what I was supposed to do and it left me with about 10% of the original swirls remaining but these were large circles with large patches of perfect paint in between. I wasnt upset by this because I realized this after I had sealed so next time I'll really work it in.

Again thanks for all the comments, this forum has taught me so much and I still have a lot to learn but the support is what truely makes this site great.
 
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