Assistance needed

LEVz_ · 12-05-2013, 02:25 AM

Hey guys,

This is my first car so i'm in love and wish to have it looking the best it can all the time. Currently my paint feels rough but doesn't have swirls in the paint. I'm all for spending hours to get the paint smooth and the car looking shiny and well looked after but i'd like to stay away from power tools or anything that is too difficult (i'd like to clay bar my car though).

Any suggestions? Products? I've read the sticky but as someone that has only started washing a car in the last 5 months it all went way over my head?

Thanks

tmdals0213 · 12-05-2013, 07:20 AM

clay bar!

LEVz_ · 12-05-2013, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by tmdals0213

clay bar!

Was looking for a simple clay bar process. How to wash the car before, and how to polish or what is required to do after..

SHEEDI · 12-05-2013, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by LEVENDIZ

Was looking for a simple clay bar process. How to wash the car before, and how to polish or what is required to do after..

Here is the complete detailing guide for Dummies

http://www.detailedimage.com/Auto-Detailing-Guide/

LEVz_ · 12-05-2013, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SHEEDI

Here is the complete detailing guide for Dummies

http://www.detailedimage.com/Auto-Detailing-Guide/

Sounds like exactly what i need

SHEEDI · 12-05-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by LEVENDIZ

Sounds like exactly what i need

by the way, are you following Ashes Tests?

LEVz_ · 12-05-2013, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SHEEDI

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEVENDIZ

Sounds like exactly what i need

by the way, are you following Ashes Tests?

The cricket? Don't find it interesting at all haha

Elliott@DetailAddict · 12-06-2013, 07:46 PM

Remember to keep track of the paint's condition. Sometimes when you clay your car, you can potentially scratch it as well. Reason: you're removing hard embedded contaminants by rubbing it off. If you do see scratches afterwards, polishing would be your next step. =)

incognito335i · 12-14-2013, 03:55 PM

You should clay your vehicle whenever you feel the rough areas on the paint. I have a black 335i, it's 4yrs old, I have no issues with black paint. I professionally detail cars, so if you want more answers, don't hesitate to contact me. My car is on Forgiato.com .. go to the gallery and you'll see the only black 335i coupe with chrome 20 inch Concavo Wheels. 301 203-1027

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LEVz_ P PLATER 8 Rep 190 Posts Drives: Ex E92 325i Owner Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	Assistance needed Hey guys, This is my first car so i'm in love and wish to have it looking the best it can all the time. Currently my paint feels rough but doesn't have swirls in the paint. I'm all for spending hours to get the paint smooth and the car looking shiny and well looked after but i'd like to stay away from power tools or anything that is too difficult (i'd like to clay bar my car though). Any suggestions? Products? I've read the sticky but as someone that has only started washing a car in the last 5 months it all went way over my head? Thanks __________________
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tmdals0213 Major 227 Rep 1,415 Posts Drives: 2021 G22 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: LA iTrader: (2)	clay bar! __________________ Diligentia Vis Celeritas
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Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 313 Rep 4,370 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	Remember to keep track of the paint's condition. Sometimes when you clay your car, you can potentially scratch it as well. Reason: you're removing hard embedded contaminants by rubbing it off. If you do see scratches afterwards, polishing would be your next step. =)
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incognito335i incognito335i 3 Rep 10 Posts Drives: Blk335i Conv Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Md iTrader: (0)	You should clay your vehicle whenever you feel the rough areas on the paint. I have a black 335i, it's 4yrs old, I have no issues with black paint. I professionally detail cars, so if you want more answers, don't hesitate to contact me. My car is on Forgiato.com .. go to the gallery and you'll see the only black 335i coupe with chrome 20 inch Concavo Wheels. 301 203-1027
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