Originally Posted by Dblod2

Hi,

I made a substantial purchase from your site yesterday. Did I cover everything or is there something else I need to get? I'll also have some questions about how to properly use these products very soon .

Also, how are the products I chose? It is for an OB coupe. I know I should probably have asked before buying it, but it didn't come to me at the time as it was an impulse buy after quite a bit of reading.

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Product Quantity Total Cost
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303: Aerospace Protectant - 16 oz 1 $11.69
303: Fabric & Vinyl Cleaner - 32 oz 1 $12.82
Chemical Guys: Citrus Wash & Gloss - 16 oz 1 $7.19
Chemical Guys: Fine Grade Clay Bar - 180 g 1 $18.80
Chemical Guys: Jet Seal 109 - 16 oz 1 $35.99
Chemical Guys: Synthetic Quick Detailer - 16 oz 1 $8.99
DI Accessories: Sheepskin Wash Mitt 1 $8.99
DI Packages: Porter Cable 7424 Starter Kit 1 $199.99
Gilmour: Foamaster II Foam Gun - 1/2 Gallon Tank 1 $53.99
Grit Guard: Grit Guard Insert 1 $8.54
Menzerna: PO106FA Nano Polish (Super Finish) - 32 oz 1 $44.99
Menzerna: Super Intensive Polish PO83 - 32 oz 1 $44.99
P21S: Finish Restorer - 75 ml 1 $8.99
P21S: Gel Wheel Cleaner - 500 ml Kit 1 $15.29
P21S: Pure Carnauba Wax 1 $44.99
P21S: Total Auto Wash - 1000 ml Kit 1 $15.29
Poorboy's World: Bold 'n Bright - 16 oz 1 $9.40
Stoner: Invisible Glass - 19 oz 1 $4.27
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Originally Posted by elayman

darn shipping from NY takes forever

Originally Posted by jeneah

Thanks for the info! I will try it when it gets nice.

Jeff

Originally Posted by ballistic350gt

Hi George,

Great thread, i have benefitted alot, and from ur forum... Thanks alot!

I would love ur input on my detailing plan for my G35 Red 03 (just bought it a week or so ago)... if u dont mind , it seems to have been garaged for a while, has light/ light med swirls. I will be applying all the products with the meguiers G330 polisher

Washing and drying:
Zymol autobath
sheepskin mit
Microfibre mit
2 buckets (with grit guards)
waffle weave mf towel x2

Claying:
Chemical guys clay block and luber

Polishes:
PO 106 FA
HD Cleanse

q1) Are these two polishes the same grade of finishing or is one finer than the other? if so it would be worth using one after the other? If not which one is better?

In my opinion, these two polishes serve different purposes. PO106FA is more of a true finishing polish that can remove some light to moderate imperfections, while enhancing the gloss. HD Cleanse is more of a pre-wax cleaner, that can help remove any oils left behind from polishing and properly prep the surface of the paint for the Zymol wax to bond to. It may be able to remove light oxidation and other things like water spots and very light surface swirls, but to my knowledge, it's less aggressive than the 106FA.

q2) I have Zymol carbon wax, i read that u have to use HD before u can apply this, can i use the PO106 instead (if it is better or better to use 2nd)

You'd benefit from using both the PO106FA and HD Cleanse, however, it may conflict with the rest of your planned outline which I'll explain below.

Q3) Do you think i should invest in Menzerna Intensive Polish PO85RD 3.02 even though the paint is not to bad, will it still improve the end look?

It really depends on how deep the imperfections are. If PO106FA doesn't cut it for removing the imperfections in your paint, then the PO85RD 3.02 or PO83 Super Intensive Polish would be the next option I'd look into

Q4) Do i need to add anything to this step?

Glaze:
Clearkote Red Moose Glaze

Sealent:
Poorboys EX-P Sealant

From my past experience, these two products do not play nicely together. If you're are opting to go the sealant route, I'd skip the CK RMG altogether.

Q5) Will applying the above glaze and sealent effect the zymol wax application?

For optimal results in looks and compatibility with the products you listed, you'd probably want to go wash -> clay -> 106FA -> HD Cleanse -> Carbon Wax. Keep in mind this protection will not last nearly as long as the sealant would off though, so you sacrifice durability

Wax:
Zymol carbon

Q6) can i apply this wax with the G220?

I'd recommend applying any paste wax via hand application

Q7) Forgot to mention that i have a selection of lake country pads, but would like ur opinion on which pad u would use for each step. And can i use Chemical Guys Synthetic Quick Detailer to prime the new pad?

I typically don't prime any pads with the Menzerna polishes, I simply use 3 pea sized drops per working area. Typically I'd use a white polishing pad with PO106FA, a black finishing pad with HD Cleanse and if you needed to step up to the PO83/PO85RD 3.02 then I typically use an orange pad.

Q8) did i miss anything and do u have any suggestions?

Your overall process looks on point, the only issue I see is the potential bonding issue with the RMG and EX-P.

Sorry for the long post and number of questions just wanted to get ur input & guidance, and i would much appreciate any suggestions from a professional.

Thanks very much

Originally Posted by elayman

Would it be alright to use the poorboy's wheel sealant that I ordered on my Titanium tips of my exhaust? Would it harm anything? Would it make them shine/protect them

Originally Posted by elayman

since they do get hot, will it melt any stains into the titanium?

Originally Posted by ballistic350gt

Thanks alot for your reply, cleared up any issues i had.

I will prob keep the sealent in there as it is my everyday driver. From what i understand from your reply this will still give a great result but without would be optimum?

Seems a shame to drop the CK RMG as i just bought it.

Do you have any detailing product website is uk? or one you woud recommend?

Thanks again, you have been a big help

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

I haven't heard of that happening. Keep your coats thin and apply a couple of them to get the most out of it. You shouldn't get any discoloration or stains on the tips that are any different than if you didn't use the sealant. I know some tips will stain or discolor because of how hot the tips can get.

Originally Posted by elayman

Thanks for the tip. It just arrived today but was too rainy to apply it. I'll try it out sometime this week and post back w/ results

Originally Posted by Dblod2

Just recieved my 37 pound package of detailedimage products in the mail today. I can't wait to start using them. After reading quite a bit on these forums, I feel confident that I am ready to give the PC and polishes a go but before I do, are there any precautions that I should take? Anything I should be careful with or is the device pretty newbie-friendly? I understand that the question is quite broad, I just didn't know how else to put it. Don't want to do any damage to my car with a piece of unfamiliar equipment.

Also, how do I get to hard-to-reach areas such as behind door handles, under and around the rear spoiler and such?

Originally Posted by g35ryder19

hey i have a few questions, i washed my car today with an amorall microfiber wash mit with just one bucket of water i live in ny after i was done it had like fine scratches why is that?? i wnated to find out what is the 2bucket metho and should i get grit guards??? and what steps should itake not to get swirls all i use is micrfiber drying towls and was with a soft applicater pad and wipe off with a mf towl as well.. and i wanted to know wat polsih is good for removing swilrs iwas looking at poorboys polish and sealant??? and i wanted to know what otc soaps are good for our g35s like what 2 can i mix to get alot of silky sudds. thanks agian

Originally Posted by Dblod2

Those pointers were exactly what I was looking for. I am going to look into getting some proper lighting.

Edit: Found the answer to my question.