Removing swirls in the clear coat

If your wanting to do this yourself and do it right, you will have to invest around $300. You need to get a DA, about 6 pads (to get you started) and a couple different polishes :-?

Contact Angelo @ PAC and he will guide you in the right direction. There is also a very nice sale going on right now so.... :!!
 
All good advice given.

Just look at some of the details posted, and you will see how some of the best detailers anywhere do it.

Pictures would also help.
 
I already have an orbital buffer, although it's not the one posted above. I'm looking to do it myself so I can have all the proper equipment in the future do keep my car looking good.
I'll take some shots of my car in the morning and post them up. I see a lot of compound reviews out there.
Would the entire process be:
Wash, clay bar, use swirl remover, apply protectant, apply wax, apply polish?
Something like that?
 
BlackSVT said:
I already have an orbital buffer, although it's not the one posted above. I'm looking to do it myself so I can have all the proper equipment in the future do keep my car looking good.
I'll take some shots of my car in the morning and post them up. I see a lot of compound reviews out there.
Would the entire process be:
Wash, clay bar, use swirl remover, apply protectant, apply wax, apply polish?
Something like that?
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It's more like:

Wash (two bucket method)
Clay bar
Polish to remove swirls (maybe one or more steps)
Protect - sealant (BFWD - you mentioned Blackfire)
Wax over BFWD (Midnight Sun)

Which orbital do you have? Some of the ones you see in the local auto parts store are junk.

The $300 dollar number is about right and you will be good to go on equipment. Then it is just a matter of reading, trial and error, and practice.

Black cars show swirls very easily so expect them to come back even if your wash methods are great.

There is great satisfaction in learning to do it yourself. Although there is the danger of getting addicted to having perfect paint. You will then spend countless hours chasing small marks that your family and friends will never notice, even when you attempt to point them out. They will think you are nuts.

But rest assured, we will all understand...
 
Jeff U said:
It's more like:

Wash (two bucket method)
Clay bar
Polish to remove swirls (maybe one or more steps)
Protect - sealant (BFWD - you mentioned Blackfire)
Wax over BFWD (Midnight Sun)

Which orbital do you have? Some of the ones you see in the local auto parts store are junk.

The $300 dollar number is about right and you will be good to go on equipment. Then it is just a matter of reading, trial and error, and practice.

Black cars show swirls very easily so expect them to come back even if your wash methods are great.

There is great satisfaction in learning to do it yourself. Although there is the danger of getting addicted to having perfect paint. You will then spend countless hours chasing small marks that your family and friends will never notice, even when you attempt to point them out. They will think you are nuts.

But rest assured, we will all understand...
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Amen Brother!!!
 
I would also suggest for a black car to keep it waxed often like once a month to help from keeping swirls from happening.

Also wash it once a week and dont let it get too dirty .Be gentle with your washing techniques :)
 
Pics of the hood:
It's a little dirty/dusty from sitting outside all day.

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Any recommendations?
 
Honestly. the swirls do not look to bad.

I might start with Megs M205 on a white pad. Do a small section about 2'x2'. Buff off and do an IPA wipedown to inspect your work. If that gets you the desired results, proceed to the rest of the car doing small sections at a time. If it doesn't get you the results you are looking for, try 205 on an orange pad. If that doesn't work try M105 on a white, then orange. Remember to always try the lest aggressive method first.

You might be able to do M205 on an orange and then follow up with M205 on a black finishing pad. If you need to go with M105, make sure to follow up with M205 on a black finishing pad.

I hope this helps.

Make sure to post some pics after you finish .
 
What do you already have in your possession as far as buffers, pads, and polishes are concerned?

A rotary and M205 would probably clean that up, even better if you have a DA to follow up with.
 
CH.Detailing said:
What do you already have in your possession as far as buffers, pads, and polishes are concerned?

A rotary and M205 would probably clean that up, even better if you have a DA to follow up with.
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I currently have a Black and Decker 10" orbital buffer. Similar to this one:http://www.blackanddecker.com/ProductGuide/Product-Details.aspx?ProductID=20798
Mine is about 5-6 years old.

I just bought a new Mother's clay bar and have BlackFire Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection and the BlackFire Gloss Enhancing Polish.

I have the Mother's 3 step wax process kit that I'm not very impressed with. I tried it on a silver 350Z I had and wasn't too happy with the end result.

I also just bought a bunch of terry bonnets for my 10" orbital buffer. They were on sale at the auto store and I always have a hard time finding the right size.
 
zoomzoom mazda5 said:
Take the one you have and drop it off at your local Goodwill Store and take a write-off on it on your taxes. Here are some kits that will work for you:

http://www.properautocare.com/kbmkbrmekitw2.html

http://www.properautocare.com/kbmkbrmekitw3.html

http://www.properautocare.com/meswrekit.html

or maybe Connor can help you out soon. Any questions please be free to drop me a line at PAC..............:-c
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As I am fairly new to the whole "high-end" detailing equipment I would probably go for the first kit.
I have some questions so I'll be giving you a call today sometime.

I also think I'll keep my old stuff to use on my Jeep and my girlfriends car. Since I already bought it they can get used on those cars.
 
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