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05-23-2019, 09:49 AM | #354 |
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Yeah, I agree. Well, it's done now so I'll have to do paint correction at some point anyway if I scratched the paint. Sure I did
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06-17-2019, 08:43 AM | #355 |
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This may have already been addressed earlier so I apologize if it has but wanted to ask about car covers and what your thoughts are for using them (outdoor application)! I know the general consensus is that a cover is fine to use as long as the car/cover itself are relatively clean. My main question is weather its better for the car to sit outside in the rain and not be washed for a few days, risking water spots OR would it be better to cover a car that isn't completely clean (for example washed a couple days earlier, lightly driven with a light layer of pollen on the car). Which would you say is the lesser of two evils in this scenario? Should I just let the car sit in the rain and wash it properly when I can or cover a car that isn't completely clean risking minor scratches?
For reference, this is the car cover I have: https://www.covercraft.com/us/en/pro...r-cover.C-CCNH |
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my cars normally get PPF and ceramic coating before i even take them home. a self-healing PPF like Xpel will help ease your scratch concerns. the ceramic on top of the PPF only makes it very easy to clean. sometimes, you just have to hose the car down and drive...
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DetailersDomain (if this thread is still being monitored) or anyone else, what is the best method to clean the seams/edges of a clear bra? I've always had darkish gray cars and never had to worry about this, but my new M2C is Hockenheim Sliver...it seems hard to remove all the dirt from the seams.
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From experience, staying on top of it is key. Ceramic coating helps since it can repel the extra dirt. Other than using steam, here are some products I use to stay on top of keeping my HS clean. Nanolex SiFinish - small bottle will last very very long (can be used as a drying agent) Kenotek - still impressed with this through the years. (can be used as a drying agent) Sonax Spray And Seal
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I'll check out some of those products! I have Kenotec, and have been using Hydrosilex Recharge most recently.
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What's the best brand for ceramic coatings? Was thinking about doing this myself with the m2 - I found Migliore and a couple of other options but can't trust Amazon reviews any longer and the "review" sites are just pushing product for referrals.
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here is a link to some of your choices - COATINGS.
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for one of these pressure foam guns - what type/level of compressor is required? I have a very handy compressor I use for car tires and can also power a entry level nail gun type device - are these foam gun in need of something more?
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Whats the best way to reduce scratches when washing/drying black sapphire metallic? So far I've considered getting a foam cannon setup (expensive but do-able), ONR bucket, ONR plus pressure washer or upgrading my 2 bucket wash mits/materials with a garden hose.
I live in socal and usually have to deal with hard water and washing with some sort of sun on the car. Car has been ceramic coated. |
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you got a good start for sure.
If working with onr, I would use as many clean sides as possibly, lots of towels, pat dry, and blow drying will help. |
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Ok well, I have my M2C coming in from the mainland. Surprise, just found out it has dealer installed ceramic coating.
I planned to do a full paint correction, Professional PPF install, then ceramic coating myself. How aggressive do I have to go to remove the unknown ceramic coating? I planned to do a one step polish with Rupes Yellow Pad and Sonax Perfect Finish. Do you think this combo would be strong enough to cut through the coating? Luckily I decided to pick up a bottle of Jescar Correcting Compound in case I had to do some small spot cutting. Should I grab a few microfiber cutting pads just in case? Of course I'm going to test with the Rupes+Sonax combo first but just want a back up plan. I already have the PPF appointment in and I really don't want to have to push it back. I want the PPF installed ASAP before I start dailying the M2C and off load my 440i.
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