Steps to make a Red car shine...

[hrspwr00v6]

Since i`m new to this detailing stuff. what are some good ways to make my Red Camaro shine like none other?

[imported_kgb]

First, what year, what is the paint condition like? I am a Poorboy`s user so, fi the car is in fair condition I would start off with Poorboy`s Polish with Carbuba followed by Poolboy`s EX. If you need to get some stratches out start with their SSR first than go to the Polish with carnuba.

[hrspwr00v6]

the car is a 00 model....... and the pait is in good condition. some flaws/chips, but the main thing is swirls.



i have the zaino system at home and have used it. but it didnt remove the swirls.

[imported_kgb]

Are you using a Porter Cable or similar buffer? That will help too. If you want swirls gone it will take a few steps...if they ar deep enough. Start with Poorboy`s SSR system for swirl removal.



Everyone will have their own opinion though. Here are some of our work using Poorboy`s www.danase.com/gallery

[imported_Greg]

You shouldn`t expect for Zaino to remove swirls. Click on the learn icon at the top and that will give you some links for general advice and the search engine is your friend. Welcome!

[hrspwr00v6]

i have no buffer yet.... right now i can only dream of getting the thing cleaned up.... every time i even think about washing it it snows or rains :(

[imported_Terry]

I have a 99 Camaro & thanks to edschab1`s advice my SS is now flawless. The steps were stripping the Zaino with aio, 3m SMR for dark colors, aio again, 3 coats of Klasse sg and the 2 coats of Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection. I`ll try to attach the photo go to the member Gallery to view

[hrspwr00v6]

okay.. i`m going to save up for a 7424PC buffer. what pads should i buy to go along with it? and what swirl stuff can i get at like walmart/orielys?

[imported_kgb]

Get the sander / buffer from Lowes for $109



Get the yello,grey, and white 7.5" pads from CMA www.properautocare.com

[eclemens]

With no prep and Gold Class:



http://www1.appstate.edu/~jg25023/both/small/both5.jpg



Can`t find the pics after SMR/GEPC/P21S. Looked MUCH better...at least in person.



VV





Found them. Was mucking around with the manual settings on the camera and the colors are off (I`m no photographer, that`s FOR SURE:o), but you get the idea. High res, so linked:



Image 1 (http://www1.appstate.edu/~jg25023/C1.jpg)

Image 2 (http://www1.appstate.edu/~jg25023/C2.jpg)

[Gonzo]

What Terry said on my 2001 Lightning

[Gonzo]

What 2001civicex said regarding PC & pads, except get a couple of orange power pads (for those tough swirls and heavier scratches) and some polishes



1) Meg`s DACP #83 and Swirl Mark Remover #82



or



2) Menzerna triplets - Power Gloss, Intensive and Final



or



3) Einzett triplets - Ultra (yellow), Polish (green) and Metallic (red)



and at least a dozen MF towels for wipedowns.



Have fun with your project. Do lots of research (let the search button become your best friend) on this site regarding the products I have listed and how to use them- everyone has their favorites, but these are all in my arsenal. Others swear by 3M and collenite and I`m sure there are others as well. I just listed these as a starting point for your research

[topnotchtouch]

It isn`t a Camaro but, it is Red and it does Shine :)



No prep, Meguiars NXT Tech Wax



http://www.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/9sidenxt.jpg



http://www.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/9rearquarternxt.jpg

[togwt]

I’ve put this together to help you ‘find your way around’, it’s a lot of reading but it will keep you occupied during inclement weather.



And until you get your Porter-Cable buffer:



http://www.autopia.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=14421 PC Accessories



http://bimmer.roadfly.org/bmw/forums/detailing/forum.php?postid=1430487&page=1 PC Usage



http://www.autopia.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=14421 Definitive PC Thread



After reading the House Rules (upper left of the home page) that will tell you a bit about our operating procedures (and then Acronyms) Suggest you start at David’s guide (Learn icon – Car Care Topics) and/or (Forum – University) you could also research FAQ (go to Interact-Features-FAQ) or Interact (Search) and then ask your questions on (Forums - University) there are also tips on products under Shop (How-To) plus be sure to check on the discounts available to forum members. And there’s the (Reviews) section that includes the Hall of Fame, where contributing members have posted their evaluation of products.



The Autopia “Guide to detailing eBook� (eBook Subscription) covers most facets of vehicle detailing, it only costs $9.95, and that money helps to support this forum. If Autopia solves just one of your detailing problems it’s worth the price of admission



"Learn the prep b4 using good products, it will save you $$$ in the long run." hondaguy2582



~Hope this helps~





Experience unshared; is knowledge wasted…/



justadumbarchitect *so I question everything*

[Murph1083]

Originally posted by Terry

I have a 99 Camaro & thanks to edschab1`s advice my SS is now flawless. The steps were stripping the Zaino with aio, 3m SMR for dark colors, aio again, 3 coats of Klasse sg and the 2 coats of Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection. I`ll try to attach the photo go to the member Gallery to view



is 2 coats of Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection made my platinum?