"Wet Paint Glaze", first impressions

I have found quite the opposite in regards to the cleaning abilities?! That is what allows me to do a "one step" on a car that is not filthy without marring. No matter, it works well for me in all regards. I'm sorry that your results were not as expected.
 
RTexasF said:
I have found quite the opposite in regards to the cleaning abilities?! That is what allows me to do a "one step" on a car that is not filthy without marring. No matter, it works well for me in all regards. I'm sorry that your results were not as expected.
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It will be interesting to read some comments from others that try the product.
It could very well be operator problem.:)

Charles
 
I've used WP a few times and I like it for a one-step cleaner and sealant. As a matter of fact, I discovered it thanks to RTexasF on another forum.

I think it's good for people looking for a time-saving protectant since you can wash, clean the paint and protect it all at the same time. I'm still nervous about applying it to a dirty car (tried it once), but on a clean car, it definitely makes it shine! I'm no expert on the varying levels of reflectiveness or depth, so I can't say how WP affects the paint's look. It's definitely "Wet" and leaves some nice beading. It's also pretty durable. I went 4-5 weeks before I applied another coat and it was still beading up even when dirty. I also like the "Rain-X" effect on the windows and the fact that it doesn't stain the trim. The only thing I have to be careful about is the overspray. If I spray too close to a seam, the tiny particles go into the seams and I have to try and poke in there to remove them.

My car is new, so I haven't discovered the true strength of WP's cleaning ability.

I'm telling all my friends and family about it who are not as obsessive as we are in the upkeep of their cars. I think it would appeal to them.
 
CharlesW said:
It will be interesting to read some comments from others that try the product.
It could very well be operator problem.:)

Charles
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Operator problem? No I think not, but I am at a loss to explain the two different findings in regards to the cleaning properties.
 
charles....do you have a site for liquid luster??? thanks.......

I need a good polish to hide swirls and inperfections that's hand applied and removed....
 
I plan to try WP for the 1st time tomorrow on a customer's black 2001 Jetta. He's selling it and wants it shined up, but doesn't want to pay for polishing. Paint is loaded with scratches, chips, some dents plus swirls, of course. I'll post how it went tomorrow nite (Sat). P.S.---Interior is filthy. Car only has 50k, but looks like 100k driven in NYC~!
 
That very scenario is what I use it for. They want the look improved but won't cough up the $$ for all the processes needed to correct the problems. If clean and shiney is all they'll pay for then that's what I deliver.
 
Used WPG for the first time on a black Jetta-2001. Paint had lots of dirt in it, scratches, swirls, chips, overspray, bug etching, etc. Customer is selling car and didn't want to pay for polishing----just wanted a shine. Well, I cannot recommend this product for paint that needs a good polishing first. I thought I'd try it on the best section of paint----the roof. Followed directions for hand app. It didn't do much at all to improve the shine after a very thorugh wash. This paint just had too much crud in it. I ended up doing the whole car with Meg's cleaner wax via PC, which helped a lot, then for a final toppper, I used AquaWax. Came out nice and shiny. I'm going to try the Wet Paint on a car with better paint condition before I discard it. Maybe I'm too particular, but it just wasn't getting it done on bad paint.
 
On finishes that bad I've found that using the PC with a cutting pad and Wet Paint worked well. I don't attempt to do one that rough by hand. But again, I've had a year to experiment with the stuff too.
 
Hey, RTF,

What technique do you use to apply WP with a PC? Are you spraying on to the car or the pad? And how much are you using?
 
hooked said:
Hey, RTF,

What technique do you use to apply WP with a PC? Are you spraying on to the car or the pad? And how much are you using?
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I prime the pad initially and then spray some on the area I'm going to work on. I use a bit more product until the pad is saturated then a normal amount, it doesn't take much. From that point it's just like any other application. Work the area at low speed then turn it up and let the product do its thing until it almost disappears. Go on to the next area and repeat. Wipe it off when you're done...I prefer a microfiber for wipe down.

Trying to work really bad paint by hand with any product is a waste of time and energy.
 
RTexasF said:
I prime the pad initially and then spray some on the area I'm going to work on. I use a bit more product until the pad is saturated then a normal amount, it doesn't take much. From that point it's just like any other application. Work the area at low speed then turn it up and let the product do its thing until it almost disappears. Go on to the next area and repeat. Wipe it off when you're done...I prefer a microfiber for wipe down.

Trying to work really bad paint by hand with any product is a waste of time and energy.
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Thanks--I'll give it a try via PC and a light cutting pad next time. I actually tried it on a small area with the PC, but since it was my first time with WP, I used a finishing pad. After that didn't work, I put away the WP and went with the cleaner was via PC and polishing pad. Next time I get bad paint and the customer wants a cheapie, I'll try the cutting pad.

OTOH, if I'm going to use a PC and a pad, I might as well use a polish or AIO type product like PWC or AIO. Part of the attraction of WP was the wipe-on, wipe-off. I guess I just don't like neglecting bad paint and feel the need to fix it~!
 
I completely understand but in spite of my inner need to make a job "perfect", so to speak, I do what I am paid for and a little extra. I've disciplined myself to find out what they want, what they'll pay for, and do just that.... and a little bit more. The little bit more might be an engine cleaning or getting a spot out of the carpet, something I wasn't asked to do. I make sure they are aware of the little extra and it's always appreciated.

Tomorrow, for instance, I'm going to rewash a car. Last time I did it the lady got caught in a rainshower the same day. I told her to bring it over and I'll give it a quicky clean at no charge. I'll be using WP on it. She'll be back in the future.

Sorry, strayed waaayy off topic here.:ass

The WP is not a miracle worker but it has its place used on paint in reasonable condition. Would you have honestly expected ANY wipe on-wipe off product to make a dent in the Jetta? Even AIO done by hand wouldn't have touched it by your description of the paint condition.
 
RTexasF said:
I completely understand but in spite of my inner need to make a job "perfect", so to speak, I do what I am paid for and a little extra. I've disciplined myself to find out what they want, what they'll pay for, and do just that.... and a little bit more. The little bit more might be an engine cleaning or getting a spot out of the carpet, something I wasn't asked to do. I make sure they are aware of the little extra and it's always appreciated.

Tomorrow, for instance, I'm going to rewash a car. Last time I did it the lady got caught in a rainshower the same day. I told her to bring it over and I'll give it a quicky clean at no charge. I'll be using WP on it. She'll be back in the future.

Sorry, strayed waaayy off topic here.:ass

The WP is not a miracle worker but it has its place used on paint in reasonable condition. Would you have honestly expected ANY wipe on-wipe off product to make a dent in the Jetta? Even AIO done by hand wouldn't have touched it by your description of the paint condition.
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Do you have any pics.
 
Joe,

I don't have pics of any of the jobs I've done. Due to my inexperience it takes me forever and a day (it seems) to complete a job unless it is a real quickie. I have a few shots of our cars after I've detailed them but that's it.
 
Here are a few shots I've posted on a Honda forum I frequent. All were done by hand using WP as a base followed by Finsh Kare's FX-100 and #425 for enhancement. And no.....I'm not a tidy housekeeper as far as the garage goes. 1st three are the obligatory hood shots, click to enlarge on all.
I'd like every job I take on to turn out this well but time and money dictate the results. These two cars are my "business cards" so to speak. Since they are garage queens a full polish with the PC is only needed about once a year.
 

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