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RTexasF

RTexasF

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Long story short-

I have no choice but to work in the South Texas (full) sun. Dark colored cars can get so hot that you can't keep your hand on them. I'm looking for a polish that will work under these conditions, either PC or Cyclo applied. I currently have Wolfgang, Poorboy's 2.5 and 1.
The Wolfgang works well but isn't quite agressive enough for some situations regardless of the pad used. Both of the Poorboys polishes make a horrid mess on a very hot surface, and are a bear to remove. They literally bake on to the surface with no working time so as to be totally ineffective. I'm very disappointed in these two but maybe I'm asking too much.

Have any of you come across a product or combination of products that will work under such extreme conditions? I thank you for your input.
 
If you have found that Poorboy's products do not work for you in the sun I would guess that the next viable option would be to purchase a portable shade awning or tent. Many of the detailers have used such a devise.

Good Luck!!
 
cwcad said:
If you have found that Poorboy's products do not work for you in the sun I would guess that the next viable option would be to purchase a portable shade awning or tent. Many of the detailers have used such a devise.

Good Luck!!
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Understood, thank you. Currently that is not an option which is why I'm asking about specific products for the conditions.
 
Sorry to hear that, RTexasF. I do not know of any other product that works in the sun as well as Poorboy's.
 
cwcad said:
Sorry to hear that, RTexasF. I do not know of any other product that works in the sun as well as Poorboy's.
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Agreed. In this case you're might have to do something more than altering your products... ie- cover, garage, shade of some sort, etc. There is a reason why most polishes say use out of direct sunlight and that is because they just won't work. PB's would be your best bet in this situation though. Try and experiment a little to find what works better than before if there isn't anything you can do about it.
 
HMMMM.... it seems, so far anyway, that shade may be the only realistic answer. Then again, perhaps I haven't found the magic combination of Poorboy's 1 & 2.5? By that I mean amount used, pad, etc. I did experiment with various amounts and worked in small areas but it is possible that I just didn't get it right yet. The poor results were done with the PC so maybe it's time to bring my newly acquired Cyclo into play and try again.

Unless more suggestions come about I guess I'll give the Poorboys another shot with the new machine.
 
I would give PB's another shot. I know how you feel having to do all the work while exposed too direct sunlight( I live in a condo). Try using a smaller amount. Work it a little longer.
 
RTexasF......what I do is use PB's SSR's. Using them in full sun on a black car, as you say, has no working time. What I do is get my pad wet with a QD spray. not just a mist, but several squirts. If it starts to dry up before, I give the PANEL another squirt.
I use a QD with silicone, which seems to stay wetter, longer.

I dunno....that is what I do, as I have had situations like yours alot.


I know the wal-mart here has 10x10 EZ UP canopies on clearance for 49.99, originally $117 I may go pick 2 more up if they are not gone....probably
 
Thanks, I did try keeping the pad moist with various products from Poorboy's Spray & Wipe to an actual spray wax but to no avail. Since others like yourself have been able to make Poorboy's SSR series work in the TX sun then it must be operator malfunction.....ME! I'll give it another go.

Great tip on the EZ Up canopies, I'll go check our local Wal Marts today and try my luck. They were $110 at Sam's just last week.
 
Folks, thank you all for answering. Now, there are some obvious answers here... work in the shade, work at night, get a garage, etc. What's not so obvious is that if any of the the suggestions were possible I would have already done them! Respectfully, I'm just old not stupid. A portable shade setup is in the works but that won't help me immediately.

This brings me back to the original question concerning products that would work better than the ones I mentioned. I did receive a PM that I believe will help but still I remain open for suggestions. Any more to be had?
 
No more from me. I get by with what I stated earlier. Work fast and keep it wet. (Had to make sure I was posting in the detail forum and not an adult one...LOL)

I hope you find a cure soon. If you do, let us know, at least me. I am always trying to beat the problem with chemicals and triple digit temps...
 
One product that seems to have worked for me for the last 14+ years -- (not a DC sponsor approved product*) has been Auto Magic's BC-2*. I can use it with cutting pads*, lambswool pads*, foam pads, or even by itself like a wax*. Which pad I use depends upon the desired results. Even worked in 116 degree direct sun.

Experience has taught me that working smaller areas, using less product, and incorperating Megs #34 or water as a misting agent on the pad and/or the painted surface can aid in times of distress when shade is just not an option.


*BC-2 is not a compound, and does not contain silicone, nor wax. Furthermore, I am not trying to plug some product that is not available here from our DC Sponsors, I am just sharing some of my 20 years experience in this industry.
 
I would invest in a pop-up-tent. The shade will make a big difference, especially on black paint.

Steve set up several tents during the Poorboys detailing day and it make a big difference. I remember looking at paint temp gauges under full sun vs. the tent shade and it was a pretty big difference.
 
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