Prep vs. LSP

[SuperBee364]

I used to think that it was about 99% prep, and 1% LSP. But then Todd said something that made alot of sense (go figure ). This isn't it word for word, but the jist of it was that you can only polish the paint to a certain degree of gloss. After that, you must use something on top of the paint to get even more gloss.

 

[imported_Denzil]

Thanks for shortening my post above haha

Hey well, I share the same opinion as you! ... just with less words, LoL.

 

[imported_Ivan Rajic]

I used to think that it was about 99% prep, and 1% LSP. But then Todd said something that made alot of sense (go figure ). This isn't it word for word, but the jist of it was that you can only polish the paint to a certain degree of gloss. After that, you must use something on top of the paint to get even more gloss.

Yup, that's why it's 95/5% not 99/1 haha



Seriously though, you're looking too deep into it now, because we can start talking about different levels of correction, whether the LSP fills in defects left in the paint, etc.



I think the main thing to consider here is that once you are actually at the certain degree of gloss after polishing, does an LSP make a HUGE difference, not compared to the paint before the detail, but after the polishing... hope that makes sense

 

[dublifecrisis]

In my experience (which isn't much), it seems the finishing polish adds the most wow factor. If I do a 2 step+LSP, it's def the finishing polish that brings it all out the way I like it. But sure, you get extra smoothness and gloss with the LSP, especially with a good metallic or dark color.

 

[GP guy]

I know that prep is important to make the paint reflect all the work that was put in to it, and the result is the best. So I voted for the first.

 

[Rob Tomlin]

After detailing my Lotus this weekend, and topping off with OS, I would have to say that my vote for 90/10 is about right.

 

[Rob Tomlin]

Bumparooni!

 

[Dan]

I'm going to argue the point



I can use Megs #66 on pretty crappy paint and make it look good enough to post it in click and brag. Poliseal does some amazing work too. Both produce drippy wet paint on less than perfect surfaces.



If we add durability to the picture, that changes things, but that isn't in the poll criteria.

 

[wfedwar]

Bumparooni!

There's got to be some rule against bumping your own 1.5 year old thread...

 

[Rob Tomlin]

There's got to be some rule against bumping your own 1.5 year old thread...

:chuckle:



The reason that I bumped it was because this issue had come up recently in another thread, and I was reminded of this poll.

 

[Scottwax]

I'd say even with perfect prep, you can tweak the final appearance another 10% or so by LSP choice.

 

[imported_DJ Mayo]

I'd say even with perfect prep, you can tweak the final appearance another 10% or so by LSP choice.

yup, thats why I voted the way I did. 85-90% prep.