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#1426
Sorry to hear about your situation. It's tough to say what may have caused it, it could be a variety of things. Perhaps there was previous clear coat damage and polish it just revealed it.
If your car is gray, honestly what I'd do is before is when it comes close to turning it in, put a coat of glaze on the paint, something like Chemical Guys EZ Creme Glaze or Clear Kote Red Moose Glaze. Then top that with a wax. Then try to get the car somewhat dusty / dirty so the paint looks shiny but it's covered in a light layer of grime. I doubt they'd even be able to spot it without a thorough wash and meticulous inspection. The glaze will help mask the imperfection and they will think the car is in great shape b/c of the shine it has.
That's probably your best bet, if the dealership does see it, then perhaps go back to the detailer and see what he can do.
Keep us posted on how things turn out.
If your car is gray, honestly what I'd do is before is when it comes close to turning it in, put a coat of glaze on the paint, something like Chemical Guys EZ Creme Glaze or Clear Kote Red Moose Glaze. Then top that with a wax. Then try to get the car somewhat dusty / dirty so the paint looks shiny but it's covered in a light layer of grime. I doubt they'd even be able to spot it without a thorough wash and meticulous inspection. The glaze will help mask the imperfection and they will think the car is in great shape b/c of the shine it has.
That's probably your best bet, if the dealership does see it, then perhaps go back to the detailer and see what he can do.
Keep us posted on how things turn out.
#1427
ask a detailer
As a new G35Driver member and sponsor, I would like to introduce myself. My name is George Dushensky, owner of Detailed Image. We specialize in high end automotive detailing. Our goal is to help other members raise their standards in automotive car care, while maximizing their detailing objectives.
We started a thread, "Ask a Professional Detailer" on some other forums with great success and wanted to start a thread on G35Driver to ask me any questions you might have on auto detailing. On e46fanatics, our Ask a Pro Detailer thread is still one of the top threads in their detailing section since July '05, with over 1400 posts and 60k thread views. We'd like to build up a great reference tool here on G35Driver, specifically for Infiniti G35's.
I know this is a great forum already, I see a lot of familiar faces on here, and a wealth of information from Picus and other members. I hope to help contribute to the forum and answer as many questions as I can in a detailed and timely manner. I would also like to extend a 10% discount to G35Driver members on any purchase from Detailed Image. To do so, just enter in 10offG35 during checkout to receive your discount.
I look forward to taking part in some great conversation.
George
We started a thread, "Ask a Professional Detailer" on some other forums with great success and wanted to start a thread on G35Driver to ask me any questions you might have on auto detailing. On e46fanatics, our Ask a Pro Detailer thread is still one of the top threads in their detailing section since July '05, with over 1400 posts and 60k thread views. We'd like to build up a great reference tool here on G35Driver, specifically for Infiniti G35's.
I know this is a great forum already, I see a lot of familiar faces on here, and a wealth of information from Picus and other members. I hope to help contribute to the forum and answer as many questions as I can in a detailed and timely manner. I would also like to extend a 10% discount to G35Driver members on any purchase from Detailed Image. To do so, just enter in 10offG35 during checkout to receive your discount.
I look forward to taking part in some great conversation.
George
get the residue off of the paint. Any ideas as to how to remove the spots? The surface is very smooth but the spots remain.
#1428
Hey George,
A quick question about applying sealant and wax to fresh paint.
I just had my car fixed up at the body shop. What is the proper time to wait until I seal the paint? I asked the owner and he said that if the sealer was petroleum based, wait 6-8 weeks. I use Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze on my car.
I'm not sure if its petroleum based or not. Also he said that it was ok to wax right away. I use P21S.
Any input?
A quick question about applying sealant and wax to fresh paint.
I just had my car fixed up at the body shop. What is the proper time to wait until I seal the paint? I asked the owner and he said that if the sealer was petroleum based, wait 6-8 weeks. I use Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze on my car.
I'm not sure if its petroleum based or not. Also he said that it was ok to wax right away. I use P21S.
Any input?
#1429
I have an '07 G 35 Dark Blue. My garage seems to be a habitat for gekos and other critters that I have yet to see. They leave their droppings on the car and they are VERY diffucult to remove. I have clay barred the spots, tried Maguire Light scratch removal polish but i cannot
get the residue off of the paint. Any ideas as to how to remove the spots? The surface is very smooth but the spots remain.
get the residue off of the paint. Any ideas as to how to remove the spots? The surface is very smooth but the spots remain.
Hey George,
A quick question about applying sealant and wax to fresh paint.
I just had my car fixed up at the body shop. What is the proper time to wait until I seal the paint? I asked the owner and he said that if the sealer was petroleum based, wait 6-8 weeks. I use Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze on my car.
I'm not sure if its petroleum based or not. Also he said that it was ok to wax right away. I use P21S.
Any input?
A quick question about applying sealant and wax to fresh paint.
I just had my car fixed up at the body shop. What is the proper time to wait until I seal the paint? I asked the owner and he said that if the sealer was petroleum based, wait 6-8 weeks. I use Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze on my car.
I'm not sure if its petroleum based or not. Also he said that it was ok to wax right away. I use P21S.
Any input?
The wait time does vary on the body shops technique and process. For example, if they were able to bake the piece prior to installing it on your car, there are some new techniques that have very low cure times. The shop should know best, but his info doesn't seem to line up...
Hope this helps.
George
#1430
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I have an '07 G 35 Dark Blue. My garage seems to be a habitat for gekos and other critters that I have yet to see. They leave their droppings on the car and they are VERY diffucult to remove. I have clay barred the spots, tried Maguire Light scratch removal polish but i cannot
get the residue off of the paint. Any ideas as to how to remove the spots? The surface is very smooth but the spots remain.
get the residue off of the paint. Any ideas as to how to remove the spots? The surface is very smooth but the spots remain.
#1431
Hi George,
First off, thank you for being available as a vendor/advisor for g35driver members.
I am just about ready to place an order via your website, but would like to confirm your opinion.
Which of the following would you recommend for a Diamond Graphite G35?
Sealant: Jetseal 109 or Blackfire Wet Diamond?
Wax: Dodo Blue Velvet or Dodo Supernatural?
Thanks a lot in advance George!
First off, thank you for being available as a vendor/advisor for g35driver members.
I am just about ready to place an order via your website, but would like to confirm your opinion.
Which of the following would you recommend for a Diamond Graphite G35?
Sealant: Jetseal 109 or Blackfire Wet Diamond?
Wax: Dodo Blue Velvet or Dodo Supernatural?
Thanks a lot in advance George!
#1432
#1433
Sounds good, keep us posted on how things turn out for you.
I'd go with the Blackfire Wet Diamond and either of the waxes won't disappoint. Blue Velvet is less expensive and has more of a traditional paste wax feel to it. Supernatural is a semi-soft wax which has a different feel to it. Personally, I'd go with the Blue Velvet and save a little $, I really enjoy Supernatural on red hues. I think you may see a tiny more depth and gloss out of the SN on Diamond Graphite, but not enough to justify the cost difference.
Be sure to keep us posted on how everything turns out once you get a chance to use everything. What are you planning on doing prior to applying the sealant and wax?
IMO the Leatherique products are probably the best leather restoration products out there. Now for regular maintenance for you'll want something else, but for the deepest cleaning, Leatherique is tough to beat. I'd recommend following this Leatherique guide for optimal results. For regular upkeep, consider either Optimum Protectant Plus or Poorboy's Leather Stuff for UV protection and mild cleaning and conditioning properties. Leather Stuff has a great leather scent to it.
Let me know if there's anything else I can give you a hand with.
All the best,
George
Hi George,
First off, thank you for being available as a vendor/advisor for g35driver members.
I am just about ready to place an order via your website, but would like to confirm your opinion.
Which of the following would you recommend for a Diamond Graphite G35?
Sealant: Jetseal 109 or Blackfire Wet Diamond?
Wax: Dodo Blue Velvet or Dodo Supernatural?
Thanks a lot in advance George!
First off, thank you for being available as a vendor/advisor for g35driver members.
I am just about ready to place an order via your website, but would like to confirm your opinion.
Which of the following would you recommend for a Diamond Graphite G35?
Sealant: Jetseal 109 or Blackfire Wet Diamond?
Wax: Dodo Blue Velvet or Dodo Supernatural?
Thanks a lot in advance George!
Be sure to keep us posted on how everything turns out once you get a chance to use everything. What are you planning on doing prior to applying the sealant and wax?
Let me know if there's anything else I can give you a hand with.
All the best,
George
#1434
Great! Thanks for the input George!
Prior to the sealant and wax, I'll do a wash and clay.
I won't be doing any polish or glaze though.
Speaking of wash, I just ran out my bottle and will be getting the Maxi Suds II from your website as well.![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
As for the clay bar, I plan to use up the Zaino clay bar that I've bought from 2 year ago. Do clay bars degrade?
Thanks kindly once again!
Prior to the sealant and wax, I'll do a wash and clay.
I won't be doing any polish or glaze though.
Speaking of wash, I just ran out my bottle and will be getting the Maxi Suds II from your website as well.
![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
As for the clay bar, I plan to use up the Zaino clay bar that I've bought from 2 year ago. Do clay bars degrade?
Thanks kindly once again!
#1435
IMO the Leatherique products are probably the best leather restoration products out there. Now for regular maintenance for you'll want something else, but for the deepest cleaning, Leatherique is tough to beat. I'd recommend following this Leatherique guide for optimal results. For regular upkeep, consider either Optimum Protectant Plus or Poorboy's Leather Stuff for UV protection and mild cleaning and conditioning properties. Leather Stuff has a great leather scent to it.
Let me know if there's anything else I can give you a hand with.
All the best,
George
Let me know if there's anything else I can give you a hand with.
All the best,
George
#1436
Great! Thanks for the input George!
Prior to the sealant and wax, I'll do a wash and clay.
I won't be doing any polish or glaze though.
Speaking of wash, I just ran out my bottle and will be getting the Maxi Suds II from your website as well.![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
As for the clay bar, I plan to use up the Zaino clay bar that I've bought from 2 year ago. Do clay bars degrade?
Thanks kindly once again!
Prior to the sealant and wax, I'll do a wash and clay.
I won't be doing any polish or glaze though.
Speaking of wash, I just ran out my bottle and will be getting the Maxi Suds II from your website as well.
![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
As for the clay bar, I plan to use up the Zaino clay bar that I've bought from 2 year ago. Do clay bars degrade?
Thanks kindly once again!
If you stored it properly and it didn't harden on you, you should be ok. Prior to use, I'd spray it with the clay lube and reshape it in your hand and soften it up.
Let us know how everything turns out.
Hope that helps.
#1437
Hi George,
I was trying to put my order through via http://www.detailedimage.com/, but was unsuccessful. The website indicated that international shipping is no longer available.
The website suggested I set my default address to be within the 50 states of US. Currently, I have my default address set to Ontario, Canada. How should I proceed George?
In addition, I am considering ONR instead of Maxi Suds II as my primary washing solution. I am a bit skeptical though. What's your take on ONR as a replacement over traditional hose-washing?
Lastly, if I do choose to go forward with ONR, would you recommend it as a clay lubricant? Or would dedicated lubricants such as Dodo Juice Born Slippery be more recommended?
Thank you,
David
I was trying to put my order through via http://www.detailedimage.com/, but was unsuccessful. The website indicated that international shipping is no longer available.
The website suggested I set my default address to be within the 50 states of US. Currently, I have my default address set to Ontario, Canada. How should I proceed George?
In addition, I am considering ONR instead of Maxi Suds II as my primary washing solution. I am a bit skeptical though. What's your take on ONR as a replacement over traditional hose-washing?
Lastly, if I do choose to go forward with ONR, would you recommend it as a clay lubricant? Or would dedicated lubricants such as Dodo Juice Born Slippery be more recommended?
Thank you,
David
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#1438
#1439
Hi George,
I was trying to put my order through via http://www.detailedimage.com/, but was unsuccessful. The website indicated that international shipping is no longer available.
The website suggested I set my default address to be within the 50 states of US. Currently, I have my default address set to Ontario, Canada. How should I proceed George?
In addition, I am considering ONR instead of Maxi Suds II as my primary washing solution. I am a bit skeptical though. What's your take on ONR as a replacement over traditional hose-washing?
Lastly, if I do choose to go forward with ONR, would you recommend it as a clay lubricant? Or would dedicated lubricants such as Dodo Juice Born Slippery be more recommended?
Thank you,
David
I was trying to put my order through via http://www.detailedimage.com/, but was unsuccessful. The website indicated that international shipping is no longer available.
The website suggested I set my default address to be within the 50 states of US. Currently, I have my default address set to Ontario, Canada. How should I proceed George?
In addition, I am considering ONR instead of Maxi Suds II as my primary washing solution. I am a bit skeptical though. What's your take on ONR as a replacement over traditional hose-washing?
Lastly, if I do choose to go forward with ONR, would you recommend it as a clay lubricant? Or would dedicated lubricants such as Dodo Juice Born Slippery be more recommended?
Thank you,
David
ONR is a great wash option, especially for winter time or to use it as a clay bar lubricant or quick detailer solution to clean up certain messes. ONR washing in proper fashion isn't much different in terms of adding swirls or imperfections as a traditional wash when used properly. The key is to use a good wash media, like a grout sponge, work in small sections and run the sponge over a Grit Guard bucket insert before moving onto the next section. The reasons grout sponges are effective are because they release contamination easily compared to a sheepskin wash mitt or microfiber mitt and they hold a lot of water, which is important during an ONR wash.
Hope this helps.
#1440