Optimum Polish + scratched CTS hood
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Bill D
Hooked For Life
I took a look at this product's description on the http://www.optimumcarcare.com site and I was impressed to see it can be use via rotary at low, "safe" speeds. I'm not a fan of wool pads but this sounds good for those who are fairly comfortable with a rotary but are a bit skiddish about using it with higher speeds. Not to mention , it can be used by hand or PC/Cyclo also:
Directions:
When using a wool buffing pad, Optimum Polish will remove 1500 sand scratches and lighter at 1000-1400 RPM. Faster buffer speed is not needed with this product. When using a light cut foam pad at 1000-1400 RPM the polish will remove 2000 and lighter sand scratches on most paint surfaces. A final finishing foam pad will remove swirl marks at 1000-1400 RPM.
Directions:
When using a wool buffing pad, Optimum Polish will remove 1500 sand scratches and lighter at 1000-1400 RPM. Faster buffer speed is not needed with this product. When using a light cut foam pad at 1000-1400 RPM the polish will remove 2000 and lighter sand scratches on most paint surfaces. A final finishing foam pad will remove swirl marks at 1000-1400 RPM.
mgm2003
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Link
http://autopia.org/gallery/showgallery.php?ppuser=12771&cat=500&thumb=1
I recently ordered the March Factory Special from Optimum. You get a gallon each of: Car Wash, Sunx(OCW), Protectant Plus, and Tire Get + 32oz bottle of their new polish. All of this for $89.00. I've already tried the car wash and OCW, so I said what the heck and gave it a try on my 2003 CTS.
Steps:
Optimum car wash. I tend to use more than the label recommends for extra suds. I also prefer to use optimum car wash & water (1 / 15 mix) for a clay lube. IMO Poorboys SS&S and Optimum are both top notch car washes. SS&S has the edge if you like more bubbling action in your wash. Both are very slick and don't leave behind much/any residue after your rinse step.
Optimum clay: Nice poly-clay bar, reminds me of the yellow PB's bar. I think the packaging set's it apart from the others. It comes in a nice re-sealable plastic dish, and the clay performs well.
Optimum Polish - Cyclo with a green light cut pad x 1, finish pad x 1 (x2 in a few spots). This is a very versatile polish. It works like SSR2.5 or IP with a cutting pad, and finishes up nice like SSR1 or FPII with a polishing pad. If you don't like hauling around several polishes, this might be a good alternative. 32oz for $15.99 makes it a VERY good value IMO.
Optimum Sunx (new name for Optimum Car Wax?). I used this to seal the car. Per the polish directions, you mist the panel with Sunx after your polishing step to remove the polish residue and add polymer protection at the same time. It leaves behind a slick, streak free finish. Using OCW to remove the polish, and add protection at the same time is a real time saver.
Optimum Protectant Plus was applied to the interior vinyl, plastic, and leather surfaces. If you like a clean low sheen look, you'll like this product. It claims to repel dust, which I'll monitor over the next week or so.
Optimum Tire Gel was applied to each tire. I applied it by misting the tires, then wiping them down as well as with an Eagle One applicator. It's a bit thick for my taste. I'm going to experiment with it by cutting it with water. If your a fan of tire gel's you'll probably like it. I'm used to using products like TOL's Grape Tire Dressing, and BnB, which are easier to apply IMO.
I have OCW on the Tahoe too, but used FPII polish for prep.
http://autopia.org/gallery/showgallery.php?ppuser=12771&cat=500&thumb=1
I recently ordered the March Factory Special from Optimum. You get a gallon each of: Car Wash, Sunx(OCW), Protectant Plus, and Tire Get + 32oz bottle of their new polish. All of this for $89.00. I've already tried the car wash and OCW, so I said what the heck and gave it a try on my 2003 CTS.
Steps:
Optimum car wash. I tend to use more than the label recommends for extra suds. I also prefer to use optimum car wash & water (1 / 15 mix) for a clay lube. IMO Poorboys SS&S and Optimum are both top notch car washes. SS&S has the edge if you like more bubbling action in your wash. Both are very slick and don't leave behind much/any residue after your rinse step.
Optimum clay: Nice poly-clay bar, reminds me of the yellow PB's bar. I think the packaging set's it apart from the others. It comes in a nice re-sealable plastic dish, and the clay performs well.
Optimum Polish - Cyclo with a green light cut pad x 1, finish pad x 1 (x2 in a few spots). This is a very versatile polish. It works like SSR2.5 or IP with a cutting pad, and finishes up nice like SSR1 or FPII with a polishing pad. If you don't like hauling around several polishes, this might be a good alternative. 32oz for $15.99 makes it a VERY good value IMO.
Optimum Sunx (new name for Optimum Car Wax?). I used this to seal the car. Per the polish directions, you mist the panel with Sunx after your polishing step to remove the polish residue and add polymer protection at the same time. It leaves behind a slick, streak free finish. Using OCW to remove the polish, and add protection at the same time is a real time saver.
Optimum Protectant Plus was applied to the interior vinyl, plastic, and leather surfaces. If you like a clean low sheen look, you'll like this product. It claims to repel dust, which I'll monitor over the next week or so.
Optimum Tire Gel was applied to each tire. I applied it by misting the tires, then wiping them down as well as with an Eagle One applicator. It's a bit thick for my taste. I'm going to experiment with it by cutting it with water. If your a fan of tire gel's you'll probably like it. I'm used to using products like TOL's Grape Tire Dressing, and BnB, which are easier to apply IMO.
I have OCW on the Tahoe too, but used FPII polish for prep.
togwt
The Old Grey Whistle Test
JBM said:
Carnauba wax:
The purpose of applying a renewable protective coating to automotive paint is to act as sacrificial protection against airborne contaminants like ultra violet (UV) and infrared (IR) radiation, oxidation, acid rain, industrial fallout, pollution, bird and insect excrement; this barrier can be reapplied when the wax has eroded. (Carnauba wax contains a natural UV blocker but the amount of protection that a microscopically thin layer can provide is limited) By renewing the sacrificial wax regularly, your paint will be protected and you should suffer no major UV damage over the normal course of the life of the car
JonM
Lots of companies put a SPF rating on their dressings, but i have never seen a company do so on a sealant or a wax.
If i had a red truck with a decal, and it was removed in 5 years, would there be any signs of color fading?
This is assuming i am a diligent with my paint protection.
And would this vary depending on the LSP i used?
If i had a red truck with a decal, and it was removed in 5 years, would there be any signs of color fading?
This is assuming i am a diligent with my paint protection.
And would this vary depending on the LSP i used?