Clean slate on 2016 BMW

[fizzleation]

Hello everyone!

First, I have learned so, so much from this forum--thank you!

I took delivery my 340i this winter and a full, proper detail wasn't possible because of the weather. I did give it a good cleaning and Jetseal, but it's probably time to start over with a clean slate.

Trying to find the best combo to fully strip the Jetseal and wax, while also building up a new layer of protection. Is this the right way to go? I'd love to hear any feedback. It's CG heavy, but only because that's where I started in the detailing world--I'm sure I'll try every brand by the time it's all said and done.

1. Citrus Wash & Gloss two bucket wash at 5 oz (http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AB2&url=/wheels/oz/oz.jsp)/5 gal
2. Iron X & Rinse
3. Griot’s Paint Prep & Rinse
4. Clay Bar (Mothers kit)
5. CG Blacklight
6. CG Jetseal
7. CG Hybrid V7
8. Finishing touches... Mothers Tire (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=tire&_sacat=6000) Care, Invisible Glass, etc.

Thank you for your insight/feedback/expertise!

[lane5515]

The CG products are probably long gone already. I'd order some Menz Powerlock or other quality sealant to replace the CG products. After claying you might have some light marring so a polishing step might be needed.

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Hi, welcome to AutoGeekOnline! Congrats on the new BMW!

To ensure that you have fully removed the previous layer of protection, I would add a polishing step in-between #4 & #5. Not only will you ensure the previous layer of protection is gone, you will be freshening up the paint after the winter to get it ready for summer and a new coat of protection.

[KBsToy]

Good steps if you have a light colored great steps of dark a polish would help out. I have used Griots paint prep with good results.

Welcome !!!!

[TTQ B4U]

Hello everyone!

First, I have learned so, so much from this forum--thank you!

I took delivery my 340i this winter and a full, proper detail wasn't possible because of the weather. I did give it a good cleaning and Jetseal, but it's probably time to start over with a clean slate.

Trying to find the best combo to fully strip the Jetseal and wax, while also building up a new layer of protection. Is this the right way to go? I'd love to hear any feedback. It's CG heavy, but only because that's where I started in the detailing world--I'm sure I'll try every brand by the time it's all said and done.

1. Citrus Wash & Gloss two bucket wash at 5 oz (http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AB2&url=/wheels/oz/oz.jsp)/5 gal
2. Iron X & Rinse
3. Griot’s Paint Prep & Rinse
4. Clay Bar (Mothers kit)
5. CG Blacklight
6. CG Jetseal
7. CG Hybrid V7
8. Finishing touches... Mothers Tire (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=tire&_sacat=6000)Care, Invisible Glass, etc.

Thank you for your insight/feedback/expertise!


Congrats on the new car and welcome to one of the more addicting forums and hobbies out there.

In terms of your process and products, it looks good but I'll add in and change a few things.

Are you planning on polishing it at all to remove any swirls/marks and fully correct the paint? I would highly advise looking into a nice Dual Action machine and some good products. Hard to go wrong product brand wise but being it's rather new a solid All in One (AIO) like HDSpeed would work wonders. Add in if you go separate polish, I'd recommend Menzena 3800/4500 (new/old numbers) on the labels as their products are especially good and designed for German Paints like ours. That said HDSPeed finishes nearly neck and neck based on my experience. I love it.

I'm a huge blacklight fan and user of it (click on my photo below) and seal my cars up after with various LSP's. No experience with Jetseal but in the end, not many here seem to be CG fans. I love Menzerna Powerlock as a sealant but again have used and continue to use various products. Lots of good ones to choose from.

[fizzleation]

Wow, thank you everyone for the warm reception. I think I will swap out the JetSeal with Power Lock--way too many positive reviews on here to ignore.

I've done very little research on polishing, so that will be my next step. I'm assuming that a variable-speed polisher is a requirement? It appears the Porter Cable 7424XP is the go-to. Any other suggestions? Also, which brand of buffing pads is preferred?

Thanks again for your advice--very excited to get deeper into this world.

[lane5515]

Wow, thank you everyone for the warm reception. I think I will swap out the JetSeal with Power Lock--way too many positive reviews on here to ignore.

I've done very little research on polishing, so that will be my next step. I'm assuming that a variable-speed polisher is a requirement? It appears the Porter Cable 7424XP is the go-to. Any other suggestions? Also, which brand of buffing pads is preferred?

Thanks again for your advice--very excited to get deeper into this world.

Powerlock is a great product, you won't be disappointed. Do you have any pictures of the car so we can see what you will be working on? The PC7424 is a great DA to start with and gain experience - a lot of people really like the Griots DA's also. Lake Country and Buff and Shine make great foam pads, Megs and Griots have very good MF pads. The machine you choose and the condition of the paint will also dictate what pads and polish combination will benefit you the most.

[njain2686]

You can even do a AIO after step # 4 and call it done.
There are several good ones you can choose from.
CarPro Essence Xtreme Gloss Enhancer 250 ml (http://www.autogeek.net/carpro-essence-xtreme.html)

McKee's 37 360 Corrects, Cleans, Seals 360 corrects, cleans, and seals auto paint! 360 is more than a cleaner wax, its a swirl remover, polish, and (http://www.autogeek.net/xmt-360.html)

3D HD Speed (http://www.autogeek.net/3d-hd-speed.html)