How ofthen to Zaino the Paint
10-22-2005, 01:09 AM
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Really good stuff everyone. I'm trying to shine up my new-to-me 95 black cab and although I've done the searches and gone to the recommended sites I'm either dense or confused by all the options out there. Local guy said wash (with Maguiars) and use carnuba. Done. Now I've got to polish on top of the wax?! OK. But before I do this I have to 'clay' the car?
I'm getting ready to put it away dirty for the winter while I figure it all out!
Oh - and I feel like black has a much greater swirl factor than the metallics so I really value the other black-owners opinions (no dig on the metallics - sometimes I wish I had one!)
I'm getting ready to put it away dirty for the winter while I figure it all out!
Oh - and I feel like black has a much greater swirl factor than the metallics so I really value the other black-owners opinions (no dig on the metallics - sometimes I wish I had one!)
10-22-2005, 08:37 AM
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Brian -
There are a lot of good products out there. So, don't worry too much about getting the "perfect" one. However, note one thing about carnubas--they will make black cars look great (i.e. very wet looking), however they start losing their look within a few weeks. They're great for concours events, but not for long term protection.
I have a Black Metallic Cab that I got 3 months ago. Early on I detailed it just to give it that extra punch, get rid of some swirls, and have fun (yes, the detailing can be fun.) Rather than restate all I did, here are threads where I went through it all:
Interior/Exterior Detail: https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/220096-detailing-the-new-ride.html
Engine Detail: https://rennlist.com/forums/showpost...55&postcount=5
Wheel Repair: https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/222898-alloy-wheel-repair-pictures.html
Also, autopia.com is a great place for detailing info--it's like Rennlist for detailers (both professional and hobbyists).
There are a lot of good products out there. So, don't worry too much about getting the "perfect" one. However, note one thing about carnubas--they will make black cars look great (i.e. very wet looking), however they start losing their look within a few weeks. They're great for concours events, but not for long term protection.
I have a Black Metallic Cab that I got 3 months ago. Early on I detailed it just to give it that extra punch, get rid of some swirls, and have fun (yes, the detailing can be fun.) Rather than restate all I did, here are threads where I went through it all:
Interior/Exterior Detail: https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/220096-detailing-the-new-ride.html
Engine Detail: https://rennlist.com/forums/showpost...55&postcount=5
Wheel Repair: https://rennlist.com/forums/993-forum/222898-alloy-wheel-repair-pictures.html
Also, autopia.com is a great place for detailing info--it's like Rennlist for detailers (both professional and hobbyists).
10-22-2005, 01:56 PM
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No matter what these guys say. Prep with 3m swirl remover, then 3m hand glaze, clay, then Rejex. You will not only be amazed and half blinded but you won't have to screw around with it for a VERY long time. Lasts and lasts and lasts. If you don't try this you will never know the truth. 
Sputnik, you're going to be on our run 10/30. If you have any doubts about Rejex, you will see my car then. It will certainly enlighten you.
Sputnik, you're going to be on our run 10/30. If you have any doubts about Rejex, you will see my car then. It will certainly enlighten you.
10-22-2005, 01:58 PM
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Originally Posted by fbfisher
I'm a 3M man. My car looks so good after a wash, the fine cut rubbing compound to take out all of the swirls and imperfections, and then 3M wax!
I have an almost full bottle of your beloved 3m wax, you're welcome to it. Good stuff but it ain't no Rejex.
10-22-2005, 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mnmblu
Hey Fred,I have an almost full bottle of your beloved 3m wax, you're welcome to it. Good stuff but it ain't no Rejex.
I think I'll go play golf now, wanna join me.