Trade Secret Testimonial

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:51 PM

Hey Guys,

I just wanted to reiterate how much TOL`s Trade Secret is the BOMB. I am officially up to 8 coats now, and MAN what a shine! They say that each layer deepens the color...that`s for damn sure!
I`m Frickin` exhausted...but Irene has challenged me to do 10 coats...I MUST PREVAIL!

P.S.-I have almost achieved 0.0% Swirlies!

jeff.

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:52 PM

At the gas station...

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:52 PM

...back corner shot...

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:53 PM

...that`s my city in the reflection!

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:54 PM

...you can get a good look at the color depth of the Trade secret here...

**jeff2417** · 08-15-2003, 09:54 PM

..last one i promise...

**Tassadar** · 08-15-2003, 10:01 PM

BLING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wowza! That stuff looks good.

Boss_429 · 08-15-2003, 10:06 PM

That looks awesome! I too have become a recent fan of TS! Very nice stuff! Easy to apply and remove!

How did you prep the paint?

**Ferrarislave** · 08-15-2003, 10:24 PM

Looks amazing so much depth and the wet look to. What did you use to get rid of the swirls.

**jeff2417** · 08-16-2003, 12:09 AM

Well,

Steps were:

Detergent Wash
Clay Bar
Detergent Wash
HiTemp Light Cut Polish (Swirl Remover) x 2
Klasse Sealant Glaze
Trade Secret Wax x 8

jeff.

**Ferrarislave** · 08-16-2003, 12:12 AM

Did you use AIO before the SG. If not how was the bonding process. ?

**jeff2417** · 08-16-2003, 03:00 AM

Frozen,

I used the Hi-Temps light cut before the SG. Yes, the SG bonds well, but its difficult to remove. The Light cut is strong stuff, and it`s much more work than AIO. I just prefer the use of clay bar and a strong swirl removing polish like light cut to really bring out what my paint is capable of before I seal that shine under that protective layer. I think that using AIO after the Light Cut is unnecessary, and possibly counter-productive.

Keep in mind, my paint ISN`T brand new, and It`s a daily driver. After the SG, wax, wax, and wax some more. Zaino users--beware of the shine! Worth the effort, if you ask me.

Where to get it:
http://www.topoftheline.com/hitligcutswi.html

You`ll be able to find the Light cut toward the bottom of the page...yep, that`s ol` Blue up there again!

L8R,
Jeff.

**jeff2417** · 08-16-2003, 03:04 AM

Boss,

Don`t underestimate the time necessary to apply and remove the TS. Yes, it`s super simple, but time creeps up on ya, especially when you`re kickin it with some friends on a nice day, listening to some tunes while "buffin and b.s.`n" I especially like the smell of the TS. Kinda strange at first, but once it`s on the car the scent is intoxicating--I think you`d agree.

Bring on SATURDAY!
Onward to 10 coats!

I challenge the other TS users to layer up as well!

Boss_429 · 08-16-2003, 08:16 AM

Originally posted by jeff2417
Boss,

Don`t underestimate the time necessary to apply and remove the TS. Yes, it`s super simple, but time creeps up on ya, especially when you`re kickin it with some friends on a nice day, listening to some tunes while "buffin and b.s.`n" I especially like the smell of the TS. Kinda strange at first, but once it`s on the car the scent is intoxicating--I think you`d agree.

Yep.............. and sipping a "cold one" between each panel also increases the time necessary to apply and remove the stuff!

Again, it looks great. I`ve heard that the TS doesn`t give dark colors any "POP"............... obviously that`s not completely true by the looks of your vehicle!

**SamIam** · 08-16-2003, 02:22 PM

First off, car looks great!

Question, I bought some Hi-Temp Light Cut to use on a Black Toyota Celica I`m doing next week. Does it work ok with a PC or do you need a rotary to break it down? I have some 3MSMR for Dark Cars available, and which has worked ok for me before. I also have some Einzatt on its way I would like to try real soon. But before I decide which to use, I wanted to get your feedback on the Light Cut.

Thanks, and again, awesome job!

SamIam