How To Recognise Bonding Problems?

[sWISHbrade]

Hi guys,



I have just applied FK1`s FX100 on top of my layer of Meg`s #26 but somehow it doesn`t give me the desired shine and slickness.



I was wondering if there was a bonding issue between these 2 products and wondered if the more experienced forummers can guide me to recognise bonding problems / compatibility issues between any 2 products? How do we tell?



I have also noticed water droplets to dry "white" in colour after my FX100 application. But the spots aren`t hard, and come off with a gentle wipe from my fingers. What`s happening?



Could it also be the method of application? Part of the car, I had sprayed FX100 onto the car directly and spread it with a terry cloth applicator before buffing off with a MF cloth. Part of the car, I had applied the FX100 onto the product soaked terry applicator before applying onto the car.



Frankly, I can`t spot any difference, but can someone tell me if there are any subtle difference in my 2 methods of application. Or if there is another preferred method of application? Please advise.



Forgot to mention that I have a mica black ride.



Thanks for helping Mr Noob! :o



Bence - Pls forgive my posting this thread under the FK1 thread too. I am trying to solicit a reply from Tech, but at the same time, real practical experience from the experts here (like yourself) are invaluable to me. Thanks.

[Bigpoppa3346]

Yes, you may be experienceing some bonding issues. In my experience, bonding issues typically are:



1) Spots or smears that just wont seem to go away after buffing the LSP off.

2) Looks or slickness that are a bit lacking.

3) Reduced durability

4) And some others I may not have listed



In general you use sealants on a clean base(no fillers or waxes left behind) for maximum effect. Many sealants, however, can be used with products that leave something behind on the paint, albeit with diminished durability.