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06GT · #1 03-25-2007, 11:54 PM

I just tried a test panel on my black Mustang and got pretty darn good results using the following:

SSR2.5/orange LC pad
SSR1/white pad
PB PWs/white pad (all passes on speed 5)

If I give 'jeweling' a try should I use SSR1/gray pad AFTER the PWs step or before it?

Bags · #2 03-26-2007, 01:19 AM

2.5 orange, 1.0 white, PWs grey should do it.

06GT · #3 03-26-2007, 01:27 AM

So, just skip the PWs/white and just do PWs/gray?.....or do both steps?

nick19 · #4 03-26-2007, 06:00 AM

From my understanding, "Jeweling" is the process after applying a product.

Recently, I jeweled my car, after using a gloss enhancing polish, I used the PC on speed 6 with no pressure, and wen't over the panel very quickly. After a few passes, you can tell a difference.

And recently, I have found when using a light polish or a product with no abrasives, I spread the product on speed 3, and work it in for about one minute on speed 3, then move to speed 4 and finally move onto jeweling.

I have noticed the surface is a little slicker than usual if you "gently" break down and massage the polish in first, and the finish it off with the normal speed recommended and jeweling.

06GT · #5 03-28-2007, 10:24 PM

I used PB PWs/gray LC pad on speed 6 and it really amped up the shine. The car looks like the paint is still wet.
It's taken alot of time and effort learning to use my PC, but the results are definitely worth it. I thought the car looked great when I bought it, but after I polished out all the 'dealer installed' swirls and scratches, the finish is so shiny I could use the reflection to shave my face.

supercharged · #6 03-28-2007, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 06GT

I just tried a test panel on my black Mustang and got pretty darn good results using the following:

SSR2.5/orange LC pad
SSR1/white pad
PB PWs/white pad (all passes on speed 5)

If I give 'jeweling' a try should I use SSR1/gray pad AFTER the PWs step or before it?

SSR1 before PwS. I would just use EX-P isntead of PwS after SSR1.

killrwheels@autogeek · #7 03-29-2007, 07:40 AM

Ah "jeweling" and word I made up several years ago after watching a jeweler polish and final polish (or what they call gemming the finish).

I found that after using some of the greatest polishes, you could still add some extra POW or PIZAZZ by going back with a high speed buffer, super light pad, and a finishing polish and rehit the car. It gleems to an extra delight. So there is no magic level in coats or polishes ...

BlackCoupe · #8 03-29-2007, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by killrwheels@autogeek

Ah "jeweling" and word I made up several years ago after watching a jeweler polish and final polish (or what they call gemming the finish).

I found that after using some of the greatest polishes, you could still add some extra POW or PIZAZZ by going back with a high speed buffer, super light pad, and a finishing polish and rehit the car. It gleems to an extra delight. So there is no magic level in coats or polishes ...

And you led me to Menzerna Final Polish II for that last polish and it has served me well.

roadrunner1659 · #9 03-29-2007, 10:50 PM

whats jeweling?

BlackCoupe · #10 03-29-2007, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by roadrunner1659

whats jeweling?

Answered by Killer, above. Note that it is part of the POLISHING process, not the wax process. Once you jewel it up, you apply the wax to protect it. Also, evey time you use the word "jewel" with respect to a car finish, you have to pay Killer a penny.