What are the steps for the complete poorboy shine?
- Thread starter fireman03
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Poorboy
Founder Poorboy's World
Fireman...first I would need some info from you about the condition of the vehicle and what you are trying to achieve.
ie swirls, scratches , enhancement ..POP????
Tassadar have you done these steps already and on what type of finish did you do it on?
ie swirls, scratches , enhancement ..POP????
Tassadar have you done these steps already and on what type of finish did you do it on?
NattyBumppo
Strange name, ain't it?
fireman03 said:
Would be glad to make some recommendations based on all the PB products I've used on finishes of various conditions. But, to do so I really need to know something about the vehicles condition, what you are looking to achieve and how much time you are willing to invest in the process.
Natty
NattyBumppo
Strange name, ain't it?
Poorboy said:
Darn you Steve! You stole my line!
Natty
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Boss_429
Guest
Here's what I'd do:
SSR2 - until swirls are gone
Pro Polish - clean up SSR2
Polish with Carnauba with PC (if you have one)
Polish with Carnauba by hand
EX x 3
Top with Trade Secret x as many times as you want.
Maintain with S & W and QD +
Keep in mind that I'm "nuts"!
SSR2 - until swirls are gone
Pro Polish - clean up SSR2
Polish with Carnauba with PC (if you have one)
Polish with Carnauba by hand
EX x 3
Top with Trade Secret x as many times as you want.
Maintain with S & W and QD +
Keep in mind that I'm "nuts"!
Poorboy
Founder Poorboy's World
Originally posted by Boss_429
Keep in mind that I'm "nuts"!
Keeping that in mind , that's a good suggestion or you can cut it down a little.
Keep in mind that I'm "nuts"!
Keeping that in mind , that's a good suggestion or you can cut it down a little.
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Boss_429
Guest
Yes,
The cut down version would look like this:
SSR2 - until swirls are gone
Pro Polish - clean up SSR2
Polish with Carnauba by hand
EX
Maintain with S & W and QD +
The cut down version would look like this:
SSR2 - until swirls are gone
Pro Polish - clean up SSR2
Polish with Carnauba by hand
EX
Maintain with S & W and QD +
Poorboy
Founder Poorboy's World
Boss it's way too early for me too laugh this hard....
windsor the troll
Leader of the Banned
I use PRO #1 polish, Meguiars #9 and #82 then to perfect the look use 3M IHG or other good glaze like #7.
Will the EX go over the polishes and glazes or do you have to spend all day applying and rewashing or use "special" polishes or "pre-treatments" before applying EX?
Will EX bond properly if using the polishes I already have or is EX a P.I.T.A. and have all the bonding issues that seems to surround sealants.
Will using the products I already have be a problem? I don't plan to switch everything just to try to use one product.
If it will bond properly and there will be NO durability issues, I would be interested in trying it
Will the EX go over the polishes and glazes or do you have to spend all day applying and rewashing or use "special" polishes or "pre-treatments" before applying EX?
Will EX bond properly if using the polishes I already have or is EX a P.I.T.A. and have all the bonding issues that seems to surround sealants.
Will using the products I already have be a problem? I don't plan to switch everything just to try to use one product.
If it will bond properly and there will be NO durability issues, I would be interested in trying it
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Boss_429
Guest
Others have said that EX is quite flexible and can be used with other products successfully.
However, I can't attest to that fact. I'm sure Poorboy will be by to explain further.
However, I can't attest to that fact. I'm sure Poorboy will be by to explain further.
Poorboy
Founder Poorboy's World
Windsor...I have heard of people putting EX over all of the above mentioned products will no problems at all and the look will be great and the EX will keep and add POP....
as far as durability..there's way too many variables when using that many products on top of each other .
the only way we'll know with that combination is for you to do it and then tell us...
as far as durability..there's way too many variables when using that many products on top of each other .
the only way we'll know with that combination is for you to do it and then tell us...
rhillstr
Recovering Postaholic
Alright what's up with Pro polish followed by polish w/carnuba.
Tass and I had a chat on a previous thread about this and though we both felt that it sounds redundant Playboy, er I mean Poorboy, was quoted as suggesting this combo (and after all he knows his products best). Any reason why or is this an "experience dictates" situation?
BTW I shared some EX with my neighbor yesterday for his new black 4runner yesterday along with a PVC and S&W. He hasn't used it yet and it's driving me nuts! I wanna see his face after he finishes it....
Tass and I had a chat on a previous thread about this and though we both felt that it sounds redundant Playboy, er I mean Poorboy, was quoted as suggesting this combo (and after all he knows his products best). Any reason why or is this an "experience dictates" situation?
BTW I shared some EX with my neighbor yesterday for his new black 4runner yesterday along with a PVC and S&W. He hasn't used it yet and it's driving me nuts! I wanna see his face after he finishes it....
Poorboy
Founder Poorboy's World
rhillstr said:Alright what's up with Pro polish followed by polish w/carnuba.
the way Boss describes it's use...the Polish w/ Carnuba,with a foam applicaor and just layering it on, it will work as a glaze and do filling and enhancement....then topped with EX...the EX will seal in the glaze look...
how did I do Boss
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Boss_429
Guest
rhillstr,
You and Tass are somewhat correct in your conclusions.......... it probably is a little redundant to use the PWC after the PP. However, I'm actually ignoring the fact that the PWC has polish in it, and would be looking to add the Carnauba, and the other "goodies" that are in it, prior to the EX. Poorboy can elaborate on what those "goodies" are.
As for using the PP in that process, I just really like how the PP cleans up the finish without "overworking" it!
Besides, if Natty says the PWC is good stuff............ that's all I need to know, and I'll find a way to work it into a system!
You and Tass are somewhat correct in your conclusions.......... it probably is a little redundant to use the PWC after the PP. However, I'm actually ignoring the fact that the PWC has polish in it, and would be looking to add the Carnauba, and the other "goodies" that are in it, prior to the EX. Poorboy can elaborate on what those "goodies" are.
As for using the PP in that process, I just really like how the PP cleans up the finish without "overworking" it!
Besides, if Natty says the PWC is good stuff............ that's all I need to know, and I'll find a way to work it into a system!
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Boss_429
Guest
Poorboy said:rhillstr said:Alright what's up with Pro polish followed by polish w/carnuba.
the way Boss describes it's use...the Polish w/ Carnuba,with a foam applicaor and just layering it on, it will work as a glaze and do filling and enhancement....then topped with EX...the EX will seal in the glaze look...
how did I do Boss
Wow, we posted at the same time! You did just fine!
NattyBumppo
Strange name, ain't it?
Boss_429 said:Here's what I'd do:
SSR2 - until swirls are gone
Pro Polish - clean up SSR2
Polish with Carnauba with PC (if you have one)
Polish with Carnauba by hand
EX x 3
Top with Trade Secret x as many times as you want.
Maintain with S & W and QD +
Keep in mind that I'm "nuts"!
Well if your nuts Boss then I'm coming to run the asylum! LOL
Boss' plan would leave an awesome finish. I might try one or two changes;
SSR2 with PC/foam cutting pad
SSR2 with PC/foam polishing pad
Pro Polish with PC/foam polishing pad
SSR1 with PC/finishing pad
Polish w/carnauba by hand with foam pad
wait a day then EX by hand with foam pad (2-3 coats over a week)
Top with the Trade Secret or P21s
The more I use SSR1 the more I like it. When using just prior to a final finish, I find SSR1 makes the surface way more slick than Pro Polish. True, PP will tackle everything SSR1 will and then some but I love the way the finish feels after SSR1.
After all the work I've done on my truck just give me SSR1 and PWC and I'm a happy camper.
Natty
P.S. be sure to post some pics!!
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Boss_429
Guest
NattyBumppo said:
Great, now I've got to add the SSR1 to my list along with the SSR2, PWC, Bio Cleaner, some of those "magic applicators"............. Poorboy, just send me a dozen of "everything"!
NattyBumppo
Strange name, ain't it?
Boss_429 said:
Great, now I've got to add the SSR1 to my list along with the SSR2, PWC, Bio Cleaner, some of those "magic applicators"............. Poorboy, just send me a dozen of "everything"!
LOL. You sure you have some room on your shelves?
Natty