Polish that doesn't leave powder & general advice please
Discussion
Newby here, please bear that in mind when answering!
I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
Reflectology said:
easiest thing to use by hand and doesnt require a 3 step procedure, doesnt leave white powder is Dodo Juice Lime Prime....but might i add that to get the best from the beasts paintwork a machine would be handy....
Thanks for the replies.Will either Meguires or Dodo Juice remove small scratches from previous polishes and washes?
HoHoHo said:
Newby here, please bear that in mind when answering!
I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
OP - I have an Atlas Grey 997 which i am planning on doing a thorough job on tomorrow - rinse, snow foam, two buckets, clay, rinse, polish, wax. After similar problems with SRP I invested in some Lime Prime yesterday. Never used it before so I will let you know how I get on. I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
williaa68 said:
HoHoHo said:
Newby here, please bear that in mind when answering!
I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
OP - I have an Atlas Grey 997 which i am planning on doing a thorough job on tomorrow - rinse, snow foam, two buckets, clay, rinse, polish, wax. After similar problems with SRP I invested in some Lime Prime yesterday. Never used it before so I will let you know how I get on. I've searched and am trying to obtain a definitive answer. I also understand the polish is the first part of a two part process.....polish, then wax......is that correct?
Car is a Meteor Grey 997 and I have been using Auto Glym Resin with an applicator and then micro fibre dusters to polish off (not waxed yet). Problem is that I can't go near either black trim and the polish collects in stone chips and looks unsightly leaving little white spots on the bonnet.. I have also noticed small scratches appearing (not swirl marks) and I had hoped the polish would remove these?
On the assumption I'm happy spending some money, but not silly money what would you suggest is my best option? The car has not been mine since new, is 4 years old and may have had some detailing. However I don't think so simply because the mileage is so low, consequently the paintwork is so good by virtue of the fact its been a bit of a garage queen.
Images would be good if you can?
I've posted these before, but worth doing so again on this thread.
I have hand polished the scratches out of my MX5, and it took four days:
Before
After
I invested in a dual action polisher, and did my Subaru (much bigger car) in one day:
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
I have hand polished the scratches out of my MX5, and it took four days:
Before
After
I invested in a dual action polisher, and did my Subaru (much bigger car) in one day:
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
I invested in a dual action polisher, and did my Subaru (much bigger car) in one day:
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
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Impressive results on the Scoob!
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
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Impressive results on the Scoob!
JFReturns said:
I've posted these before, but worth doing so again on this thread.
I have hand polished the scratches out of my MX5, and it took four days:
Before
After
I invested in a dual action polisher, and did my Subaru (much bigger car) in one day:
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
Thanks and very informative. I have hand polished the scratches out of my MX5, and it took four days:
Before
After
I invested in a dual action polisher, and did my Subaru (much bigger car) in one day:
Before
After
Successful polishing by hand is possible, but a massive ballache. My advice would be to pay a pro to correct you paintwork, or to invest in a dual action polisher and do it yourself.
If you insist on doing it by hand, then Autoglym SRP is okay but it is more a 'filler' than an abrasive polish, so does not remove the scratches and swirls but fills them in (temporarily). There is a very good guide on polishing by hand over at Detailing World.
For reference, I used Autoglym Paint restorer on the MX5 followed by various Poorboy's polishes with finer compounds.
I'm a bit nervous about using a DAP - should I be or are they OK and easy to use providing you're not a muppet?
That is some impressive hand polishing. I thought DJ Lime Prime was excellent - much easier than SRP with much less residue. Having clayed the car it didnt have much to do but it did remove some of the minor scratches. Here's a quick shot of the finished effort, waxed with Dodo Juice Purple Haze: 
williaa68 said:
That is some impressive hand polishing. I thought DJ Lime Prime was excellent - much easier than SRP with much less residue. Having clayed the car it didnt have much to do but it did remove some of the minor scratches. Here's a quick shot of the finished effort, waxed with Dodo Juice Purple Haze:
Very good.Love Atlas Grey, but must be a bugger for showing scratches?
HoHoHo said:
Thanks and very informative.
I'm a bit nervous about using a DAP - should I be or are they OK and easy to use providing you're not a muppet?
I have tried a rotary polisher, and struggled. By comparison, a DA polisher is much easier (though not as effective as the rotary). It still needs to be treated with respect, but with a little practise on an old car or panel from a scrappy and you will be fine. Read the guides on Detailing World as they tell you exactly what to do.I'm a bit nervous about using a DAP - should I be or are they OK and easy to use providing you're not a muppet?
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