Need correction touch up tip for silver shift console

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dadvan99

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Hey I'm new to the car detailing process. This is my current routine. Please feel free to add any input (removal / addition of a step, recommendation of a product, etc.)...


- Rinse, lather, hose, dry

- RainX on windows

- Clay Bar

- ScratchX (if necessary)

- Meguiar's Glaze (anything better?)

- Mother's Reflection wax

- Wheels


That's basically what I am doing. Anyways, I think my biggest problem is lack of legit products. I would really appreciate it if you guys could tell me what you are using (ie. <em class='bbc'>applicators, waxes, glazes, etc[/i]). Also, I'm a bit confused on the role of polishes. I thought glazes were meant to fill swirls and waxes were used to create a protective barrier. Are polishes just an extra layer of shine? :nixweiss Any input is very appreciated - feel free to share your methods too!

Thanks
:xyxthumbs
 
Hello and welcome to the group, the friendliest forum on the net!

I understand your questions. I am sure that many members will help and post replies. I suggest you do a seach, however, as the topics you are interested in have been discussed extensively. The info is all there, in the archieves.

To address a couple of your points, however:

<em class='bbc'>Generally[/i] polishes are liquids or pastes that contain abrasives. A polish remove paint through mechanical action. Polish can create shine by removing old, oxidized paint. In fact, you can wax or seal old, oxidized paint all day long and it won't look good. You need to START with shining, clean paint. THEN one can wax or seal on top of that.


As to your routine, most would recommend:

Dawn wash
Clay
Polish if needed
Shampoo
Sealant, per the proceedure for that sealant.

As to sealants, those most commonly used by members are Klasse, Zaino, and BlackFire, though using another sealant is not illegal (!). Waxing is even permitted ;) . However, although the choice is clearly yours, most would recommend strongly that you at least consider a sealant. I know that my Zaino'ed car draws constant complements. Not that I would not get the similar responses with a waxed car, it would just take more work. And, the look would not be exactly the same. Though, look is a somewhat subjective call.

Again, I strongly recommend you search the archives. After reading them, ask your remaining questions and we will be happy to help.

All, welcome again!
 
There is nothing wrong with your routine if it is meeting your expectations. Mothers REFLECTIONS has a KILLER SHINE! It is not the most durable synthetic product out there, but if you have a garaged car it should work well.



Basically the GLAZE step is adding a layer of oil for shine and swirl filling, and is usually followed up with a carnuba which adds more oil and seals it up with a carnuba layer. While this process can produce satisfying results, durability has always been an issue for non garaged cars that are exposed to heat and rain. If you are looking for something to last longer, try out one of the quality polymer systems.
 
If you like rainx you may love aquapel or stp vision blade....They bead bigger and smear less with wipers IMO.
 
Thanks for the replies! LOL - it was very newbie of me to ask w/o searching (I shall go and do that right now). You guys have been very informative and helpful.
 
Well, my wife was trying to use the Z as a truck, placing a box on the passenger side which overlapped onto the silver part of the shifting console.:(
No scratches, just the silver paint was scuffed off in a few small places.

Would anyone have a recommendation for the correct product and application process for repair?

Thanks
Brian
 
Don't touch it - once the paint is scuffed it requires repainting. Anything else will probably make it worse. Try the Z forums and see if anyone found a rattle-can spray paint that might work (involves removing the consol to properly spray). I have the same problem with my Sonata...no solution yet.

Regards,
GEWB
 
gewb said:
Don't touch it - once the paint is scuffed it requires repainting. Anything else will probably make it worse. Try the Z forums and see if anyone found a rattle-can spray paint that might work (involves removing the consol to properly spray). I have the same problem with my Sonata...no solution yet.

Regards,
GEWB
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Just posted in the Z forum, the only quick answer thus far is someone sells aftermarket moldings. Haven't even begun detail yet and this, wow is all I can say
 
Bguid11 said:
Just posted in the Z forum, the only quick answer thus far is someone sells aftermarket moldings. Haven't even begun detail yet and this, wow is all I can say
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Well, first of all I am not a pro detailer but I'm not a noob either. However, I do have seven years of plastics molding and finishing experience and have yet to find a "fix" for this type of problem - I hope one of the experts here can help both of us!

Regards,
GEWB
 
gewb said:
Well, first of all I am not a pro detailer but I'm not a noob either. However, I do have seven years of plastics molding and finishing experience and have yet to find a "fix" for this type of problem - I hope one of the experts here can help both of us!

Regards,
GEWB
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That seems to be the consensus so I will just live with it for now. You would think for such an interior part being so close to the shift, a material better able to hold up to such would be in order.

Thanks for input,
Brian
 
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