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MAKE YOUR NEIGHBORS FEEL EMBARRASSED ABOUT THEIR CAR!
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SPECIAL THANKS TO ERIC DECOLLIBUS
"It's been a while since the last article. I no
longer have the 325. My bimmer now is black, which we all know shows the most
imperfections. I also want to steer those with rougher finishes in the right
direction. Most of my last article still pertains, mostly the prep work, but
there are some new additions. I've used so many products and have found one
combination to work wonders on most cars. Dark colors especially. note: Pick up a pack of micro fiber towels. I use these
exclusively. (Bjs Wholesale, 25 for 12$, can't beat it) 1. Clay the car 2. Coat of Mother's Sealer Glaze 3. Coat (or two) of Collinite No. 915 Marque d'Elegance
Wax Thanks to good friend (yes, you Mike) Collinite was
introduced to me and is kept in my car at all times. Phenomenal product! I
believe it's only sold online, but it's worth it. Zymol is still right up on the
list, but it follows a close second. Along with the wax, for a quick detail
spray that leave a beautiful luster with no streaks I have a bottle of Ice
synthetic spray by Turtle Wax. Now for the buffing part for those of you that need more
than a lil' wax. I can't stress enough that buffing with a machine can destroy
your finish if you're not careful. A wool pad will bring up a shine very fast
but can leave heavy swirls which may not come out. Foam pads come in different
textures. If you can, try these first. Yellow and green pads are more agressive
than the tan or white ones. Try www.carproductsinc.com. For buffing, try this... 1. Clay the car (don't want to rub all that dirt into
the finish) 2. Try a yellow or green foam pad first using 3M
Perfect-It II You'll need a spray bottle of water with a lil' soap in
it to keep the pad cool. Just a mist. 3. For worse areas, use the wool, but go over it after
with the foam pad. CAREFUL OF PEAKS AND EDGES! 4. Keep the buffer at a medium speed and slowly move to
and fro, up and down. You'll get a feel for it. 5.If you use the wool everywhere, you'll still need to
go over it all again with a foam pad, still using the 3M compound. 6. I like to use a waffle style pad next with a light
cut compound (3M or C.A.R. Products). I apply it with an orbital buffer. DA
sanders will work too if it's set to orbital and the pad sticks. 7. Feel free to add the sealer and wax by hand now.
Too often, I drive around in my 325i cabrio and see other BMWs with horrible swirl marks, streaks, or other detailing nightmares. The reason I notice this is because I do auto body work for a living. I've done it for quite some time. I won't call myself an expert, however with the right technique, your ride with gleam with joy. Most of these cars have a factory paint on them called Glasurit. It is extremely durable and can be brought back to life. If the car was repainted, you're on your own. Anyway, it appears in two forms. Base coat/ clear coat (most every metallic
color) and single stage (most every solid color). Single stage paint will show
up on your wax rag, so don't be afraid. Here are the steps I suggest:
Well, I hope this was helpful. Any questions or comments you can email me.
And remember...garage lights are not flattering. If if looks good there it will
be spectacular under the sun!
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