1000p
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imported_Gears
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1000P beads like crazy! :2thumbs:
If I was going into a " beading war" this would be my weapon of choice. :bat
If I was going into a " beading war" this would be my weapon of choice. :bat
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
Bigpikle said:
Funny you ask, because I was trying to figure that out myself today (a day and a half after applying the 1000p).
The difficulty I have is that the Opti-Seal is on my Yellow Mazda Protege5 (and does not have a clear coat). My wifes SUV is a Pewter Metallic with a clear coat, so it is very difficult to compare them.
Thus far, I would say that the Opti-Seal seems to be a little wetter looking than the 1000p, but it is close, and I don't know if there would be much of a difference if they were on the same paint.
The 1000p looks wetter this evening (day and half later) than it did yesterday.
Bence said:
Ha! Right you are, because I already noticed a difference, per above, a day and half later. Clearer and wetter. I dusted it off today with FK 425, which I am sure isn't hurting. :up
NSXTASY said:
This is what I am starting to realize as well. I just wish they didn't forget to put the 108 in my order.
The tin of 1000p will last a LONG time. If any of the local Inland Empire Autopians are interested in trying a sample, let me know!
SuperBee364
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How long do you need to wait between coats?
SuperBee364 said:
IDK for sure, but I would wait at least 24 hours. I usually wait until after a wash.
Fallguy said:
A 4" pad fits perfectly in the tin, I just set it in there and twist it. One issue with machine application is overapplication, don't apply it too thick or you will have a great time, "breaking the film". FK uses that quote in the directions, and its an accurate description IMO.
I much prefer hand application with the smooth side of the red CCS round apps.
Thomas Dekany
New member
Fallguy said:
I use a white pad on the udm.
I keep a yellow applicator in the tin
I saturate the applicator
dab it on the panel (4 or 5 per panel)
Spread it around on speed 6 ( it is a thick wax after all)
BTW, you can layer after 20 minutes.
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
SuperBee364 said:
I thought I remembered someone saying that you didn't need to wait with 1000p, but I am not sure. In either case, I will either put another coat on tomorrow (which would be more than 48 hours) or wait until after next weekends wash.
Fallguy said:
I'm old school: I still do my LSP's by hand.
imported_Bence
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FK LSPs (even different ones) can pack-cure. You can apply the next coat after 20 minutes.
As I don't have 4" pads, I simply stuff my bigger pads into the tin. Squeeze in, twist, slap on the machine, apply.
As I don't have 4" pads, I simply stuff my bigger pads into the tin. Squeeze in, twist, slap on the machine, apply.
Rob Tomlin said:
thanks - I wish I had more cars so i could try all this out on....the FK stuff seems like another range of good value, does what it promises products.
My MG in the avatar is a pale primrose yellow, and I topped some well cured wax last week with a layer of Opti Seal and was impressed with the extra gloss it added, for just a few minutes work. Beading was also impressive when we were caught in a storm later in the day.... car was self drying as soon as the rain eased and we hit 40 mph
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
Bigpikle said:thanks - I wish I had more cars so i could try all this out on....the FK stuff seems like another range of good value, does what it promises products.
My MG in the avatar is a pale primrose yellow, and I topped some well cured wax last week with a layer of Opti Seal and was impressed with the extra gloss it added, for just a few minutes work. Beading was also impressive when we were caught in a storm later in the day.... car was self drying as soon as the rain eased and we hit 40 mph
Yes, I like having 3 vehicles, because it does allow me to try more products. It doesn't stop there though, because there are still more products to try. The answer? I "volunteer" to detail friends and families cars. I usually ask for a small sum of $ to help pay for the products that I will use, wear on the pads, etc, but I never charge for my actual labor. They get a great deal, there vehicle looks great, and I get to try more products (and techniques).
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
I added a second coat of 1000p to my wifes SUV this last weekend (one week after the first coat) and I would have to say that this second coat made a big difference in appearance. As big a difference as I have ever seen a second coat of any product make.
Rob Tomlin said:
Hey Rob,
(And anyone else who may have already tried this) I recently ordered 1000P and Pink Wax and haven't had a chance to use either yet. On a velocity yellow vette and my wife's flint mica lexus would y'all use 1 layer of 1000P and one layer of PW or some other combination? Thanks!
imported_Gears
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jb1 said:
In the summer one of my favorite combos is 1000P topped with PW. :drool:
I feel the 1000P gives the noted extra clear coat and PW makes it look dripping wet.
As a side note I only use PW when I can have my garage door open, this has to be the nastiest smelling stuff .
I never tried this on yellow but on grays and gold it gives that extra kick that gets them noticed.
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
jb1 said:
I haven't tried the PW, but I hear good things (and I have yet to be disappointed with a FK1 product), but if I had it, I would go with 2 coats of the 1000p and then top it with the PW. I would also definitely use FK 425 to help keep the dust attraction of the PW down.
Speaking of which, I have noticed that 1000p does attract a little more dust than a pure sealant would, but not by a big margin. Certainly not like most carnauba's.
Gears & Rob,
Thanks a bunch for the advice. I really appreciate your help. Do you guys apply both by hand or ROB? I have some 4" (IIRC) LC Gray CCS pads. I'll definitely top the 100P/PW with 425. It may take me several weeks before I actually have time to do either car, but I'll post back when I do.
Thanks a bunch for the advice. I really appreciate your help. Do you guys apply both by hand or ROB? I have some 4" (IIRC) LC Gray CCS pads. I'll definitely top the 100P/PW with 425. It may take me several weeks before I actually have time to do either car, but I'll post back when I do.
Rob Tomlin
Lotus Exige S
jb1 said:
I always apply my LSP's by hand, but I'm sure you could use a buffer if you prefer.
Just follow the directions carefully on the 1000p. Don't let it dry much longer than 15 minutes unless you have high humidity or it will get more difficult to remove.
Definitely post your results when you have finished.