I got a major problem I'm running into...

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I'm currently working on the car and I've noticed that I've created more swirls than what I originally had. They're like scratches that's going at the direction my PC was going.



My process is PC with #9, then I went up to DACP see if I can remove it, but unfortunately not. :(

Also, how come when I use DACP I get these white dots all over the places? I've clayed the car before I start using the DACP... and it seems only happens on DACP and nothin else.



Help~



Thanks
 
the white dots can either be splatter or the dust from the DACP residue...



Santa Cruz, eh? Are you a Banana Slug? ;)
 
nice... I graduated from there 2 years ago... Stevenson :)



Did you try the #9 and then move up to DACP because you found that the #9 wasn't agressive enough? Or are you following #9 by DACP? If so, the proper order should be DACP first, then #9. Are you sure that your pads and cloths are clean?
 
JL, apply your product at a lower speed, and work up to a higher speed. With DACP or #80 for example, i start around 4 (1 pass), then up to 5 on second pass, and the full speed for final pass.......Those little specs are a bit** to get out !!

It sounds like your pad was dirty.

#9 is pretty low on the abrasive level, if anything you should have been using DACP first then #9.....(correct?)



I also noticed your in T.O., same here......Im detailing tomorrow in North Ranch if you care to bring "her by?" I can take a lookey at these swirls, maybe we could do a panel with some of my prod's and see where to go from there....up to you.....
 
Ah, I can't wait til I graduate -_- that town is too boring for me..



I originally tried #9, but with no result so I moved up to DACP. Then, apparently DACP created more scratches at the direction I was going with PC. Also, DACP also created those white dots that went everywhere when I turn on my PC.

I'm pretty sure that my pads and clothes are clean.



Lastly, I learned something today...

Don't put too much SG.

First, I wasn't sure how much is too much so I applied it the amount I did with AIO. But no! SG was a bi*** to whipe it off after it dried.
 
Okay, as a local attending SC I have to disagree with the 'this town is too boring for me' statement. Santa Cruz has a ton to offer but you have to look for it. It's a completely different vibe from LA though so I can see why so many socal transplants feel bored in the area. Although maybe its just a local conspiracy to bore the uni kids out of their town. : D



And with the DACP splatter, I've found that it is horrible that way so make sure to really work it in before going full bore.
 
You might want to A) work the DACP longer (sounds like you are not letting the diminishing abrasives break down)

B) Switch to a polishing pad instead of a cutting pad (I am guessing you are using LC pads), your swirls in the picture IMHO didnt need a cutting pad.

Are the white dots "sling off" from when you turned the PC on?

If yes, you are probably using too much DACP with the PC.

*I* use about 4 dime size drops on the pad.

To clean up the white spots if they are dried on polish I use a product called Klean from Hi-temp that is good at cleaning off stubborn Polish splatter. (it does a great job at cleaning the pads when you are done too :D

Hope this helps
 
I would say there is too much DACP. Try using just a few drops around the pad.

The line you didnt understand means start the PC on about speed 4 to spread it around the area you are buffing. After a pass or two increase the speed. It should reduce the splatter.

You can also try and smear it around without the machine being on, that will help too.
 
DACP splatter can easily be removed with a toothbrush and Vinylex from any plastic and/or rubber as it is a cleaner& protectant.
 
I would have to say that a few problems can arise from using too much polish with the PC...it can dry out before working it long enough creating more hazing/micro marring.
 
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