Prep for road trip (paint)

**dhltsai** · 03-21-2002, 06:16 PM

Ok, I searched the archives but did not get a clear answer. Can I use Meguiars Quick Detailer to remove Klasse SG while buffing out the car? From what I gather, it has silicones. Does this matter when applying another layer of SG? If so, what other quick detailer is safe to use besides Final Inspection?

Thanks

**pingiii** · 03-21-2002, 07:06 PM

If you use the Quick Detailer with Silicones, you will inhibit the next coat of SG from bonding correctly with previous coat.

I would stick with the Final Inspection as it has a lot of lubricity.

Other Qd`s you could use are, Wizard`s Mist & Shine, I`m sure that the Blackfire QD sold by our host CMA is for acrylic sealants. I also believe Sonus is for Acrylic finishes.

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**JasonC8301** · 03-21-2002, 08:21 PM

A trick to remove the dried Klasse SG would be a damp MF (run it under water and wring it out as best you can), followed by a buff with a dry MF to set the shine. This was first done by Showroomlincoln.

Jason

**dengelson** · 03-21-2002, 09:08 PM

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<em class=`bbc`>Originally posted by JasonC8301 [/i]
<strong class=`bbc`>A trick to remove the dried Klasse SG would be a damp MF (run it under water and wring it out as best you can), followed by a buff with a dry MF to set the shine. This was first done by Showroomlincoln.[/b]</blockquote>
Yeah I went to school on that tip also. That technique is the bomb. Now it`s easy on <strong class=`bbc`>and[/b] easy off. :xyxthumbs

**dhltsai** · 03-25-2002, 10:06 AM

Thanks all. I will be putting on my spring layers of AIO/SG as soon as my @#!!# friend drops off my detailing supply box with everything in it!

**Don2000g** · 03-31-2002, 11:23 AM

Showroom`s tip is indeed a good one. Avoid the Meguiar`s Quick Detailer.

**Pats300zx** · 03-31-2002, 12:01 PM

I agree. Use the damp MF. Its alot easier than using the FI. Plus its cheaper

**z4zen** · 04-01-2002, 02:19 PM

I`ll have to try that one. I let my second application of SG sit overnight and had little to no problems removing after spritzing with FI. Thanks for the tip!

**BIOLINK** · 05-20-2011, 11:26 PM

So I`m headed on road trip tomorrow. I did the usual check of tires and fluids, yada yada. Anyway I also checked the weather and see that I am in for rain between Phx and OKC. So I prepped the paint with a coat of nuba wax hoping it will keep bugs from sticking and protect from water spots. (of course I am already covered with Powerlock) Am I the only one who preps paint for a trip? What do you guys do?

**imported_Bunky** · 05-21-2011, 06:19 AM

I rarely do anything before the trip except to clean the glass and possible vacuum the interior for a long road trip. I just take along some waterless wash like Ultima and be prepared.

**imported_Stokdgs** · 05-21-2011, 05:44 PM

I always put on a coat or two-three of protection on the vehicle as well as all the other places and the the engine new oil, etc., check tires, etc., so that I start off all new and clean.
It seems to make my trip all the more enjoyable. My Dad taught this to me when I was growing up and we always did this..

Dan F

**imported_glfahlc** · 05-21-2011, 07:59 PM

my car always runs better on the road when its clean. but i make sure to bring a small bucket with optimum opti clean or onr and tire dressing, sponges and m/f towels...

**Old Pirate** · 05-21-2011, 08:07 PM

I check everything on my car and make sure there is a least a couple of coats of sealant on it also. I also take along a kit to maintain it on the road too.