Even though the weather is still pretty terrible out I'm planning on bringing a little life back to my poor neglected 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. It spent most of its life outdoors but now has a garage to stay warm and dry in.
I picked up a PC 7424 as well as a blue, orange and white pad and a backer plate along with some Meguiar's Ultimate Compound. My GTP is black and while I've tried to wash it with only microfibers and keep it generally clean it does have swirls and defects.
My plan is to clay, wash and then use the PC and the compound to "buff" it out. Any other steps I should take before/after and was the Ultimate Compound a good choice? I went back and forth between that and the 105/205 combo.
Also wondering how you get into spaces like the spoiler:
Or around the side skirts where the 5.5" pads would be tight:
What about the door ding molding and door handles? How do you prevent getting polish/sealant stuck in the gaps?
Looking forward to learning a lot here, even if it is just making a 9 year old car somewhat presentable.
Thanks!
I picked up a PC 7424 as well as a blue, orange and white pad and a backer plate along with some Meguiar's Ultimate Compound. My GTP is black and while I've tried to wash it with only microfibers and keep it generally clean it does have swirls and defects.
My plan is to clay, wash and then use the PC and the compound to "buff" it out. Any other steps I should take before/after and was the Ultimate Compound a good choice? I went back and forth between that and the 105/205 combo.
Also wondering how you get into spaces like the spoiler:
Or around the side skirts where the 5.5" pads would be tight:
What about the door ding molding and door handles? How do you prevent getting polish/sealant stuck in the gaps?
Looking forward to learning a lot here, even if it is just making a 9 year old car somewhat presentable.
Thanks!
