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Hi everyone, this is my first post, been reviewing the forum for a couple of weeks. I ordered from Classic Motoring Accesssories the following:



Klasse - Sonus Complete Kit

• Klasse All-In-One (16.9 oz.)

• Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze (16.9 oz.)

• Klasse Vinyl. Leather, Rubber, Cleaner Protectant (8oz.)

• Sonus Gel Wheel Cleaner (16 oz.)

• Sonus High Gloss Acrylic Spritz (16 oz.)

• 3 Microfiber Applicator Pads

• 1 Microfiber Final Wipe Towel



I then ordered the Porter Cable 7424 with 6� polisher bonus kit from Coastal Tool, it will arrive on Friday.



In reading the instruction on adding the Klasse AIO & SG, it says not to apply on a hot car. I live in Alabama, it’s summer, even during the night it only cools down to 80’s maybe 75F. Even in a garage, of which I don’t have, unless it’s air conditioned it’s hot. What can I do? Do I wait until nightfall and detail my car in the dark?

In my readings, I’m led to believe I need to order another backing plate, is this true? I’m told the plate which accompanies the PC 7424 is not for detailing, just for sanding?



I want to order pads and need your recommendations, I’m on data overload from reading the forum at this time. I’m looking at CMA for one of there pad kits.



My car is 03 325i BMW, only 10 months old, no swirl marks and in excellent shape. Steel Blue Metallic paint.



Any and all recommendation are appreciated, this forum is the real deal, thanks! I will post before and after pictures when I do this.









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You'll be OK applying in the summer heat, just don't work in the full sun. If you have shade or carport/garage work there.



I bought my PC from Coastal also and decided to try one of those 5" "flexible" backing plates and I must say I like using it more than the Porter-Cable one. It's lighter weight and smaller size just makes it easier to work with 6" pads.



About pads, you'll have to experiment to decide which you like the 6" or 7" one's. I've ordered a SONUS DAS polishing pad and needing to try it out. The design is practical. Since you have a new car you may just want to get two yellow or orange pad and two or more polishing pads, if you plan on applying your SG with the PC you'll need some finishing pads also. I wouldn't worry with a "kit," just get a 5" backing pad and two of each pad that you think you'll need.



Good luck :)
 
I'm in Houston and get up witht he sun to apply AIO/SG/UPP/WHATVER to my truck. I'll do SONUS Acrylic Spritz in the full sun and so far have had no problems with doing so.



Its really pretty outside at 0600, and that is AFTER the wash and dry!!!!!
 
My thanks to all whom responded. I'm a perfectionist at heart and my first question before I begin (to myself that is), can I do a better job using the pc versus by hand? My search through the forum seems to align along the line that using the pc makes the work less physical but as far as looks go, an experienced detailer might make the same car look better using the pc, but a beginner such as myself, no! I'm not talking about making any type of finish or sealant repairs, just pure, deep, wet looking shine or gloss. My only reservation is can I do some damage. I'm thinking of course I can, even if I'm careful, but probably nothing to bad which couldn't be repaired by a real detailer.

I've decided to try the pc first on my wife's car, a red 99 Pontiac Grand AM SE. It's been neglected and would be a real challenge. It has many scratches and chips to the paint, so if I screw up to terribly bad it won't be devastating or anything, just more to repair. I'm not expecting a miracle but I want to see if I can make parts of the car which aren't to bad, look great again. We bought it used and abused, what can I say.

SK2003TypeS, I bought more micro fiber wipes, and added four of the same pads for the pc, my newest order shipped today and will be here in a few days..
 
If you're starting your PC experience on the neglected Grand Am, you'll probably want something along the lines of an abrasive polish to work with.



The AIO is a great cleaner, and I've seen miracles worked with it, but scratches really need to be polished out. You can do a search here on polishes to be used by PC. Meg's DACP, Mezerna, 1Z and Griot's Machine Polishes all fit the bill.



If you're not looking to invest in a polish, then try working the AIO several passess over each panel, then buff off, and go with the AIO again.



As far as damage goes, unless you set the pad down on the ground (putting grit onto the pad), or you use a REALLY abrasive rubbing compound (like those sold at Pep Boys), you really can't screw up the paint.



Search here for PC technique, follow what you learn, and the results will be more than satisfying.
 
I am surprised that no one has suggested that he also buy clay as prep!



Whatever you do lpquick, make sure that you also are completely up to snuff in the washing and drying department - no sense in buying all this high end stuff if you're going to be washing with dish detegent and that old peanut sponge, right? ;)
 
Amen to what 4DSC said.



And my own still-newbie-with-a-PC experience is: No, it doesn't work miracles. But it sure saves a lot of shoulder ache and sweat. It just makes things go faster and more consistently, in my experience. And I too find that it's pretty safe to use. You would really have to work a section long and hard to do damage. I think it's more likely that you'll find the results "under"-whelming, unless you're using moderately- to seriously-abrasive polishes.
 
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