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    Paint Shines but rough finish

    I have a 2006 Red Ford Escape. The paint shines but when I run my hand across the finish, it almost feels like sandpaper, not abrasive, but feels like the entire surface has very small bumps on it. Like I say, if you look at the paint from a distance (or from even fairly close)it has a very...
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    Cleaner Wax/AIO 'Keywords'

    I have a bottle of Meguiar's NXT Tech Wax 2.0. The bottle says "wipes off effortly to visually eliminate fine swirls and micro-scratches..." Is this a cleaner wax/AIO product? I know a lot of cleaner waxes are actually called cleaner waxes. The NXT does not say this, but how would I know if...
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    Layering

    I'm new so please take it easy on me! Just kidding about the taking it easy on me. I have read where people put a sealant on their paint and then either add another coat of sealant or layer it with wax. I like the thought of extra protection and extra depth. My question is: If I use a DA...
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    New Paint with Orange Peel

    My car just came out of the body shop after being rear-ended a month or so ago. I have a 2011 Subaru Outback, caramel bronze metallic paint. Anyhow, looking at the areas that were painted, they appear to have more orange peel (mostly on the bumper cover which wraps around to the sides of the...
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    New Guy Just Saying Hi

    A new guy here to detailing forums: Just signed up and wanted to say 'hi'. I am just starting out as a hobbyist to work on our family vehicles. I enjoy reading about everyone's experiences, tips, and product reviews. I must say that I think I was bit by the detailing 'bug' as I just recently...
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