i have intense blue factory paint..which could use a little love, i have quite a few surface scatches and scuffs...there are so many products available, anyone recommend a product or know how to restore the paint?
i have intense blue factory paint..which could use a little love, i have quite a few surface scatches and scuffs...there are so many products available, anyone recommend a product or know how to restore the paint?
Do you have an orbital buffer?
http://www.autogeek.net/dual-action-polisher.html
My son used these on his r/t & really liked ease of use & the final finish of his black paint.
http://www.dakotart.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28632
99 DA CC R/T
13.97@100 w/modded kegger & ported TB
12.96 @103
10:8-1 .30 over forged bottom end
R/T ported heads
Detroit locker 4:56 gears
Built 46RE MSaine 3500 stall Ultra Billet
http://imgur.com/a/lOVuZ
If you don't have a buffer, look into buying the Porter cable or Griot's Garage 6". I have the Griot's. I'm no expert, frankly, I was scared to death I would fubar my paint! But, the guys on here (sunike32) Andrew really helped me out with product choices. Let us know how far you a ready to go and we will help you out.
99 DA CC R/T
13.97@100 w/modded kegger & ported TB
12.96 @103
10:8-1 .30 over forged bottom end
R/T ported heads
Detroit locker 4:56 gears
Built 46RE MSaine 3500 stall Ultra Billet
http://imgur.com/a/lOVuZ
I work at a body shop. 3m has a 3 stage system that works very well. It has 3 different compounds and 3 different pads (one for each product) You will have to purchase a variable speed buffer but it is well worth it! I have done about 5 vehicles with the stuff and it is easy to learn! Results are fantastic! I have to admit that I have been slacking and have not had a chance to do my own yet I will get there one day!
It's the clear coat that protects the paint. Polishing removes that.
I never polish any vehicle, only use 3M wax, no abrasives in it...Never had any clear coat problems and I live in the UV capital of the world.
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Kevin,I wouldn't think you would need to wetsand unless you have severe scratches.The polisher you have,with the right pads and polish will get you great results.
Autogeek has some great videos
http://youtu.be/zUHRnHsSXZU
http://youtu.be/fxwlWijdIxM
12.10@106@Famoso Raceway
Makita makes a great variable speed buffer. Amazon sells one for $185 and I believe is a 8 or 9". I would go with the 3M 3 step system. With three different pads. You will have NO swirl marks if done correctly. Also I would not recommend wet sanding the truck because the OEM clear is very VERY thin! And if not experienced with this type of work, you can do more harm than good. Resulting in burning through the clear, and by making the clear even thinner, may, I mean may cause less UV protection and may fail easier over time. With dakrt23 his truck was repaint so therefore there was more clear applied. I agree 100% that sanding the clear removes orange peel and improves the look. Not a doubt in my
Mind.
Proud owner of a Ryan Tuned truck!
You could use RestorFX, it's a chemical applicant that bonds to the paint. Hides scratches and restores your vehicles showroom shine. www.restorfx.com
Here's some before and after pics link... www.restorfx.com/galereya_northvancouver.html
Last edited by NosMan; 12-03-2013 at 02:56 PM.
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Yes your right, not a do it yourself job sorry about that. Too bad, it's amazing how this product restores paint. It's also cheap, only a couple hundred bucks to have it done by a professional. There are other names for this chemical process so most likely it's available all over North America for anybody interested.
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