Fk 425

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99MustangGTVert

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Got my FK sampler kit today. Used the 425. Great stuff, awesome slickness, doesnt take much, good little bottle for misting. Im sold.



After I get my PC and Menzerna polishes Im going to go:



Wash with Dawn

Clay with clay magic and 425 as lube

SIP with PC orange pad

106ff with white pad

FK 303 by hand

FK 2180 by hand

FK 425



Wait a week and then pink wax by hand



The other sealants I have are DG 111 (which I love), DG 105. And I also have S101 wax.



Sound good? Any suggestions? Ive got a 99 Ford Mustang GT vert black thats been garaged and well taken care of. Earlier tonight a kid in a mint 68 mustang fastback was sitting next to me at a light and he couldnt stop saying how great my car looked. LOL.
 
why the dawn?



do you really think it is going to remove anything that clay and a two steps of polish

can't take care of?
 
BigJimZ28 said:
why the dawn?



do you really think it is going to remove anything that clay and a two steps of polish

can't take care of?
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Why even wash then huh......?



It's not rocket science to add water to a little dawn and wash your vehicle before a clay and polish.....



Your plan is just fine 99....:xyxthumbs
 
BigJimZ28 said:
why the dawn?



do you really think it is going to remove anything that clay and a two steps of polish

can't take care of?
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I think BigJim's point was you could wash with any car wash shampoo since the clay and SIP will remove any wax/sealant that could be left on there. Won't hurt to use dawn but it's not a necessity since you plan on polishing anyway. :up
 
Dave1 said:
Why even wash then huh......?
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to remove dirt and other abbrasives;)





Dave1 said:
It's not rocket science to add water to a little dawn and wash your vehicle before a clay and polish.....
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1.) Dawn is not that great at removing some LSP's

2.) Dawn is not good on your rubber weatherstripping

3.) answer my org. question: do you really think it is going to remove anything that

clay and a two steps of polish can't take care of?

4.) check the tude at the door it's not needed
 
Hell yeah 425 is awesome! You forgot to mention how great it smells. I tried some 2180 last weekend the the stuff is fantastic. Easy to apply and easy to buff off. I'm starting to really like the FK products.
 
I've had to detail soem pretty filthy cars over the past 2 months and I've had pretty good luck with Prima Mystique car wash. It doesn't suds a whole heck of a lot, but if you add a little more than what is recommended, it really knocks the dirt off. This is with using a Schmitt was pad and 2 bucket method and some elbow grease.
 
99MustangGTVert said:
..Sound good? Any suggestions?...
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The 303 is a functionally abrasive glaze, so it is better to use it by machine. Other than that, it is a pretty sound routine.



However, the 303 or the 106 can become redundant. Check which do you like better or which produces the nicer finish after the SIP.
 
I usually use Zymol wash, mainly bacause I got a gallon at Big Lots for $4.99. Its actually decent stuff. Ive only ever used Dawn before claying, maybe once or twice a year, and never had weatherstripping issues with any cars ive owned.



Anyway, the main reason I wanted to use the 303 was Ive never used a glaze before, should I skip it and get something that doesnt clean as well, RMMG say?
 
Just an update, cars been 425ed for aboout 11 hours and I took a look, it seems to really darken the black. The AW I had on really is glossy as heck, the addition of 425 seemed to darken it nicely.
 
If you have enough in your sample bottle, I recommend putting down at least 2 coats of 2180. The paint can soak up a lot the first time around. After that, there's no reason to wait a week before you move on to the Pink Wax. FK1's products can cure together, so just a few minutes between coats is all it takes. If the FK1 forums were still online I could point you to some posts where they addressed that several times.
 
I love FK products! I will admit that the first coat of 2180 can be a pain. After that it is butter.



1000P is amazing stuff especially in layers, 303 is a favorite as well as Bence noted is a "functional" glaze with mild abrasives. Pink Wax looks stunning but lasts only 2 months or so. 425 is a great topper but has limited durability post rain storm.



my goto is polish, 303, 1000P x2 or 3 and then Pink Wax. I follow up with AW for maintenance during washings. Simply stunning looks and great longevity.
 
purplenurple said:
Sounds good, but dont waste the 425 as clay lube... Use ONR QD if you can, and if not gets some cheap OTC QD.
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GREAT ADVICE.. I have a gallon of it and still would never use it as clay lube... ONR is THEE best clay lube.. it is pretty cost effective when buying a gal. and when you start thinking about after dilution... it silly!!!



I would recomend a gal of ONR to everyone, it really is all purpose and can be used on windows, trim, paint, wheels.. I even have a bottle of it around the house for all purpose cleaning..
 
Cool, I'll remember that and good to know about the curing times. 2 months is great for me, I live in Florida where it rains a lot and is dusty and hot as heck, so I wash every week, and like to put something on when I can.
 
in my experience two coats of 2180 and a layer of Pink Wax lasted much longer than 2 months.
 
From the question and answer section of the Dawn web site:





Ok to wash car?

Question

Can I wash my car with dishwashing detergent?

Answer

Your car surface and the dirt that gets on it are a lot different from the food soils and dishes that dishwashing liquids clean effectively. We don't recommend them for cleaning your car.





Dawn
 
pogo123 said:
From the question and answer section of the Dawn web site:





Ok to wash car?

Question

Can I wash my car with dishwashing detergent?

Answer

Your car surface and the dirt that gets on it are a lot different from the food soils and dishes that dishwashing liquids clean effectively. We don't recommend them for cleaning your car.





Dawn
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While I agree there is no need to use dish washing liquid to wash a car, Dawn could just be covering their own a**.
 
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