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I have some Pro Polish I've been using as a paint cleaner, so obviously its getting barely used. Anyone know if i can use it to remove micromarring when my spring detail rolls around or will I have to buy a finishing polish?
 
You can use it whatever way you want. With a finishing pad it'll clean the paint (same with a polishing pad, IMO). With a cutting pad you'll begin to remove micromarring and other defects. Pro polish can even be used with a wool cutting pad with a rotary to remove 1500 grit sanding marks. Pro polish is very pad dependant so the coarser the pad, the more defects you'll remove.
 
budman3 said:
You can use it whatever way you want. With a finishing pad it'll clean the paint (same with a polishing pad, IMO). With a cutting pad you'll begin to remove micromarring and other defects. Pro polish can even be used with a wool cutting pad with a rotary to remove 1500 grit sanding marks. Pro polish is very pad dependant so the coarser the pad, the more defects you'll remove.
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Hit the nail right on the head :notme:

It is the most versitile polish you can find. Also use it on smooth plastics like headlights or soft convertible tops windows, glass, metals, chrome, plexiglass (especially motorcycle shields), tiles, tubs, candle sticks, cleaning coins, stainless appliances...I could go on ;)
 
shadybreal said:
Will the PwC do the same thing?
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P-w-C to me is more is a LSP product or can be used as the second to last step.
On my jet black paint its the only thing that I have found that finishes off the paint without leaving a hazy finish.

I find very little cutting abilities with P-w-C
 
I haven't tried to use PwC for cutting because every time I've used it, I've either used it as an LSP, or as the step before the LSP. I didn't purchase Pro Polish for a while, but now that I have it, I will keep it in stock at all times. It's really a great polish that is very versatile. I can't tell you how many different types of defects that I've corrected with it.
 
I wouldn't use PwC for repairing surfaces other than oxidation and maybe light scuffs and hazing. It too is pad dependent, but I prefer to use Pro Polish for pure polishing vs PwC which we market for those with new or well maintained cars just looking for an easy clean and shine. PwC is also good as a set-up and glaze like product before a LSP. Pro Polish is great for setting up a finish for finicky sealants as it will leave nothing behind.
 
The Chee said:
Steve how many versions of PP are there?
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there were three...the first which was very thin, then there was a small batch where there was too much abrasive accidentilly added. but many actually liked that, then it went back to the original, and now it is more of a creamy texture which I find a bit easier to use with foam pads. The formula itself has not changed. :)
 
Do you think PP with a LC orange pad would leave anything behind, as far as hazing and such? Or would I most likely need to follow up with another polishing with less aggressive pad?
 
How would PP do on a rougher cast aluminum.

I want to try and clean up the intake on my car but it is not really a smooth part.
It's like the one I had in my other olds
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I was thinking about PP and a cotton wheel, but I'm not too sure it the surface it too rough for it, or I should try a roue (sp?)

Thanks
"J"
 
Jay

There is not much that you can do with the cast style aluminum trust me I has a Sentra that I worked on and nothing really made it shine up or polish out.

I ended up just making it clean as oil free as I could then used Stoner Trim Shine on top every time I washed the car, it came out looking about as good as it could be.

When I sold the car I was very proud to open the hood up and show the engine compartment to the buyer, and he was impressed to say the least
 
lonewolf0420 said:
Do you think PP with a LC orange pad would leave anything behind, as far as hazing and such? Or would I most likely need to follow up with another polishing with less aggressive pad?
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It's possible you might need to go over it again with a polishing pad, but that really depends on the color of the car and how well you work with the pc.
 
jaybs02 said:
How would PP do on a rougher cast aluminum.

I want to try and clean up the intake on my car but it is not really a smooth part.
It's like the one I had in my other olds
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I was thinking about PP and a cotton wheel, but I'm not too sure it the surface it too rough for it, or I should try a roue (sp?)

Thanks
"J"
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Like Dave said, there isn't a whole lot you can do with it, but if you are adventurous, remove the cover and either use the pp or a rouge with a polishing wheel ( mounted to a table top) and give it a shot :) I've also heard of some people using an acid wash on them, but i'm not one of them:D
 
I don't believe that I am acid wash adventerous (sp?) either.

Sad thing is it's not a cover (wish it was) It's the actual intake. Maybe I will look around to see if they have a cover to make my life a touch easier.

Thanks for the input
"J"
 
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