Any 370Z specific DA Polishing tips?
Hey everyone,
I was going to clay/compound/polish my car this weekend using a dual action polisher and was hoping that a member with experience could chime in on any advice they thought would be relevant for the 370z (something that is perhaps not standard, which may catch a beginner like myself off gaurd). For the raised body lines on the hood, I plan to go right up to them but not over. Is this an ok strategy? How did you guys deal with any such difficult angles on the car? I.E right under the spoiler/window panes/etc Thanks |
Make sure you have patience, 370Z clear coat is made of unicorn fur and titanium making it hard to correct. So make sure you have plenty of time and a good compound to use when you go after it. Keep the machine as flat as possible, use painters tape to tape off trim pieces so you don't scuff them.
For body lines, I went over them but used only as much pressure as it took to hold the machine on the surface. DA polishing is very user friendly. |
Check out Junkman's paint care videos. He's Junkman2008 on this site and, IIRC, Junkman2000 on Youtube.
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:iagree: junkman is fantastic ( a little long winded but very knowledgable ) unless you're car is in poor condition I would avoid compound ( too agressive ) try a polish first, and a less aggressive pad. Then work twords more aggressive pads / compounds as needed! Let the machine do the work & watch you're pressure. Use quality products and enjoy you're results :tup:
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The Z is not a huge vehicle. I say use your muscles and forget the dual action polisher. Too many chances to F something up, especially if you are inexperienced. Practice on someone else's car. :icon17:
Damn, I wax my Tahoe and Z by hand. |
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"Help! I screwed up my paint, what do I do now?" IMHO, sometimes it is better to be a bit cautious and of course gain experience while polishing a s#!t box. |
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lol relax
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:rofl2:Ok, if you say so Frankie Goes to Hollywood(North):rofl2:
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First of all you need to invest in ALL the proper tools if you want to paint correct.
-Proper Lighting -DA Pad cleaner -Microfiber Buffing Pads -High Quality Microfiber Towels PM me ill help ya out! |
Double action polisher does a MUCH better job in a LOT less time. Only way to go. Completely safe. If you relegate yourself to muscle power only, the PITA factor will cause you to polish your car only rarely.
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Great videos, thank you for enlightening us mere wax-by-hand mortals Junkman.:tup:
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