I'm dissappointed! I'll stick with my old stuff.

gaga · 01-28-02, 08:40

After I visited autopia-forums I thought I'd try a new kind of polish, so I went and got a bottle of Meguiar's Gold, a bottle of Liquid Glass and that fancy "Z" by turtle wax. I washed my car with Dawn to get the old wax off the paint and then started with Mequiar but notice this product can't even remove few water-spots that was there by accident, then I test the same spot with LG... same, and that fancy "Z" didn't work either! So I went back and got my old Tech-Shield... guess what?!!
Conclusions, even if no one has ever hear of this Tech-Shield that I've mentioned, but this stuff really works! Again, I'm not a salesman for Tech-Shield product, just want to give you guys another option when it comes to cleaning your car.

DETAILKING · 01-28-02, 08:50

It seems like you are judging...those products by there ability to remove water spots.

You should prep the car first and get rid of any water spots using a paint cleanser or vinegar. Those products you mentioned are for mainly for the finish coat shine and protection. I am sure you will see better results with those products when used after the car is properly prepped.

RH · 01-28-02, 08:53

Gasoline could have taken out those water spots too, doesnt mean it's a good product.

YoSteve · 01-28-02, 09:03

his 3rd post guys

first of all welcome 99sex, you are welcome here stick around a while

waterspots need to be addressed in the paint prep stage, this is before you apply a sealant that will protect over the paint. if you have leftover water spots only a cleaner or polish will remove it.

Klasse All in One may have done so.

Don2000g · 01-28-02, 10:02

DK makes an EXCELLENT point. You are using invalid standards in your criteria. You are using products that are not designed for that particular issue of yours. If you read the archives or articles, you will see that one of the most often discussed ways of removing water spots is vinegar. And it is MUCH cheaper than any specific "car care product" you can buy. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. We'd be happy to point you in the right direction and recommend some products for you. Laters

Intermezzo · 01-28-02, 10:50

Hmmm, are you sure you have the right forum? (j/k) I don't ever remember seeing a thread recommending Turtle Wax here at Autopia.

After washing your car, you should remove any 'accidental' water spots using a quick detailer (or vinegar is QD doesn't work). Like the previous posts state, spend a lot of time and research into prepping your paint and then and decide the best way to protect your paint. You are more than welcome to post a specific question while researching what you want to do to your car.

gaga · 01-29-02, 01:40

OK guys, I'll wash my car a little better next time!! forgive me! I'm just a newbie here....
Question: Should I use Liquid Glass to seal the paint then use Meguiar's Gold ontop of LG?? What's the best way to get that deep shine!

Thanks in advance.

Lowejackson · 01-29-02, 04:18

Welcome to the friendliest forum around

The best advice I can think of on this forum is to read, and read some more. There is the excellent FAQ section, DavidB’s book, ($14?) excellent value for money. Don’t forget the search facility for keywords etc.

Steven
Alfa 164

cvcaelen · 01-29-02, 04:49

The book is now 19.95USDollar

Lowejackson · 01-29-02, 04:54

$19? Oh well, still good value. If you think of the skills that are shown in the book and this forum, if you had to pay for that level of skill it would costs $1000's.

BTW, anybody know if the book has an ISBN number?

Steven

Guess My Name · 01-29-02, 07:54

Welcome!

Also go to the carport site and read all the tips under details details details....great stuff there as well.

Intermezzo · 01-29-02, 10:23

Quote:

Originally posted by 99Sex
OK guys, I'll wash my car a little better next time!! forgive me! I'm just a newbie here....
Question: Should I use Liquid Glass to seal the paint then use Meguiar's Gold ontop of LG?? What's the best way to get that deep shine!

Thanks in advance.

LG with a carnauba topper is definitely an option. But if you really want to get that deep shine, make sure you prep your paint properly. Check your car for swirls and surface contaminants. Remove contaminants with a claybar and remove swirls (or at least lighten them) with a swirl-remover.