[kefler]

I followed the wash section of the sticky on detailing and I have to say I'm very happy with the results! Sheepskin mit is way better than the cotton stuff I was using on my last car! It looked good last night as the sun was setting but I didn't want to believe I did it without swirl marks until I got it out into the sun today. I'm very happy to say there's no swirl marks. When I first washed my last car (black acura TL) I was pretty depressed because I already had plenty of swirl marks on the first wash and it was only downhill from there. While some of my friends/family would say I am nuts about caring for my car, I would consider myself a novice and probably on the 'lazy' end of the spectrum when compared with most people on here.

I used the sheepskin mitt and a large waffle weave microfiber towel for drying. I split up buckets & mits for the wheels, horizontal/upper, and vertical/lower portion of the car. I also got a small water softener cartridge and put it inline with the hose and I think that helped a lot because we have extremely hard water here.

One thing I have a question on though: How do you remove those things that stick to the car? For example, bug goo, bird poop, and right now we have lots of sticky pollen stuff. Using the sheepskin and being very gentle, it doesn't remove those things. I didn't have much after only 3 weeks but I'm sure it will get worse. I have read that you need to use a bug/tar remover but then it strips the wax. Does that mean the only option is to use that and then have to rewax? If that was true I'd end up having to strip and rewax almost every time I wash it? Sorry if this is a stupid question.

For this most recent wash, the bug stuff and sticky pollen came off easily. But I had missed noticing one 1/4" diameter bird crap on the edge of the hood. I removed it by soaking it with water until it just fell off, but it seems to have affected the clearcoat underneath which I can see in direct sunlight on that area. I tried some quick detailer on that area but it doesn't make a difference.

Thanks for all the help here!

[Sparky66]

You should be able to remove any blemishes in the clear using products similar to Meguiars SCRATCH X or P21S Paintwork Cleansing Lotion. Realistically any polishing product rubbed thoroughly into the blemish will help with removing the stain. Just make sure you start off using the least abrasive product first and if it is not effective move up to a heavier polish if need be.
To prevent any future stains or blemishes your car should always be protected with a good quality traditional wax or Paint sealant which effectively is your shield or barrier against any airborne contaminants or paint dulling oxidation. Reading this forum should help keep you up to date with any current issues and fixes you need to look after your car.
Best of luck !!!




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[kefler]

Originally Posted by Sparky66

You should be able to remove any blemishes in the clear using products similar to Meguiars SCRATCH X or P21S Paintwork Cleansing Lotion. Realistically any polishing product rubbed thoroughly into the blemish will help with removing the stain. Just make sure you start off using the least abrasive product first and if it is not effective move up to a heavier polish if need be.
To prevent any future stains or blemishes your car should always be protected with a good quality traditional wax or Paint sealant which effectively is your shield or barrier against any airborne contaminants or paint dulling oxidation. Reading this forum should help keep you up to date with any current issues and fixes you need to look after your car.
Best of luck !!!

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Thankyou for helping me out! I will look into the stain remover, I just want to make sure I dont make anything worse. For the sealant, I guess since the car is brand new I can skip the clay & polish and just get something like this:

http://www.autogeek.net/klassekit.html

What do you think about the applicator stuff in that kit? Would I need to use the all-in-one or just go straight to the sealant?

I read through the instructions about how to apply the Klasse SG and it looks very doable. I think what holds me back from doing most of this stuff is not the work required but the worry that I will mess up and make things worse than if I had just done nothing. I am pretty good w/ washing but when it comes to wax/polish/sealing I've never done anything like that before.

If that kit looks ok, I will try ordering it and rewashing and applying it!

[BK]

IMO, try claying the stain before using Scratch-X or anything. Scratch-X is pretty mild, though, so I wouldn't worry about using Scratch-X if it's the only thing that works.

As far as claying a new car, you'll find advice here on this forum if you search. IMO, you might as well clay before you seal, even for a new car. You probably won't get much, but if you are going to spend the time to seal, adding another half-hour to hour to clay the car isn't a huge deal.

[Sparky66]

Originally Posted by kefler

What do you think about the applicator stuff in that kit? Would I need to use the all-in-one or just go straight to the sealant?

I read through the instructions about how to apply the Klasse SG and it looks very doable. If that kit looks ok, I will try ordering it and rewashing and applying it!

I would use Klasse All-In-One Polish prior to Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze due to fact that it will remove any previous chemicals, oils or factory waxes applied prior to delivery to you. These two products are made to compliment each other and aid the bonding and longevity of the Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze . (about 4 months and then needs re-application). Make sure you use clean good quality microfibre towels for the removal and waxing process.
As BK stated, it would also be a good idea to try Claying the areas which need attention. If you have never clayed, you may want to read up on it. The most important thing is to make sure the area being clayed is well lubricated and no part of the clay contacts the paint surface without it.
Try reading the claying guide on autogeek :
http://www.autogeek.net/detailing-clay-bar.html

You may also want to watch this video on the proper way of applying Klasse for easy application and removal :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xukZX9rRjHM

Lastly some optional hints:
a). To make your extensive work pop, try applying a quality Carnauba paste wax like Pinnacle Souverän™ Paste Wax, P21S Concours Carnauba Wax or S100 Carnauba Paste Wax as the LSP (Last Step Process).
b). In between washes you may want to reach for a quick detailer but only if it is safe to do so without introducing swirls or scratches. Try Meguiars Ultimate Quik Detailer.

[kefler]

Thanks for all the advice! I've ordered that Klasse AIO and Klasse Seal kit along with a pinnacle ultra poly clay kit.

And my blacklines arrived tonight. I've got some work to do.