Autowash anarchy on my black paint

[b00gyman]

Long time lurker here. I am as amateur as it comes to detailing, aside from my ocd and love of pampering my cars.

Last winter ran my black car through a automated car wash... long story short...anarchy with spider webs and deep vertical and horizontal scratches.

Overall, I don't belive it made it through the clear coat. I have used what I've read here with the tools I have, a 10 inch basic buffer with various bonnet types and my hands with microfiber applicators.

Thus far, tried Megs #2 and #9 without enough of a cut to get the scratches. Webs are gone and overall things are way better.

The main questions I have, should I move to megs 105? Spend the money on a better tool? Or just take it to a professional and keep what I have for future maintenence?

I love my car and am willing to spend the time needed to try, just wondering what your thoughts are. Thanks in advance.

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[ronkh57]

1. read Mike Philips book
2. Watch the videos
3. Figure out if it's worth the investment in machine pad chems etc.

[AGOatemywallet]

The 1st required step is ditching the 10" polisher and bonnets.

Step two is building a base of knowledge that will allow you to get good results without damaging your vehicle.

Step three is deciding how far you want to go with this new hobby.

[Setec Astronomy]

The 1st required step is ditching the 10" polisher and bonnets.

Step two is building a base of knowledge that will allow you to get good results without damaging your vehicle.

Step three is deciding how far you want to go with this new hobby.

This.

[shadwell]

The step before the first step is do not ever go through that car wash again..

Fourth step will most likely be to invest in a short throw DA, and light correction specific pads and compounds..

Fifth will be the inevitable avalananche of making it pefect and the unending quest for a better product...... see you soon ;)

[b00gyman]

Thanks for the rapid comments. I've spent so much time reading and watching videos, the bags under my eyes need a DA correction.

I think I'll be looking more specifically into the DA and pads as I chase this dream down the rabbit hole. I like the idea of calling it a hobby, completely fits. Let the quest begin

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[b00gyman]

Ooh, and trust me... I've black listed ALL car washes.

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