magnum12
03-19-2008, 06:59 PM
This forum hooked me in, so I have my first question: I am new to detailing and do not feel comfortable in using equipment to polish. I have just purchased a 2005 nissan and wanted a nice detailing system that is not crazy difficult or very expensive. The paint has a good amount of swirls and seems very "cloudy" to the touch like it needs to be polished.
Originally I was going to wash, clay, use Klasse AIO, then top with either Klasse SG or Wolfgang Deep Gloss. But then I was thinking that some type of polish would be good to get rid of those minor scratches versus just filling them.
I also wanted to use a paint sealant being that I want the most durable and longest lasting protection. I am as concerned as most with the appearance, but I want durability being I drive a ton! I read that many people don't like Klasse SG it is not user-friendly. On the other hand, Wolfgang DG complaints is that is doesn't last very long and not too durable. Another concern was that the Klasse AIO is more of a filler and not a polish.
So here is the question....would you recommend the first system I chosen or would you offer a better suggestion that may include a hand applied polish that is somewhat effective in removing surfaces swirls? Please remember, I only will apply by hand being I don't to risk killing a clear coat with inexperience. Maybe there are some inexpensive alternatives I am not considering (something like a basic cleaner wax, then a fair sealant such as the new mequiars NXT). My main goal to this is durablility/protection.
Please, any suggestions and help is GREATLY appreciated!!!
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Originally I was going to wash, clay, use Klasse AIO, then top with either Klasse SG or Wolfgang Deep Gloss. But then I was thinking that some type of polish would be good to get rid of those minor scratches versus just filling them.
I also wanted to use a paint sealant being that I want the most durable and longest lasting protection. I am as concerned as most with the appearance, but I want durability being I drive a ton! I read that many people don't like Klasse SG it is not user-friendly. On the other hand, Wolfgang DG complaints is that is doesn't last very long and not too durable. Another concern was that the Klasse AIO is more of a filler and not a polish.
So here is the question....would you recommend the first system I chosen or would you offer a better suggestion that may include a hand applied polish that is somewhat effective in removing surfaces swirls? Please remember, I only will apply by hand being I don't to risk killing a clear coat with inexperience. Maybe there are some inexpensive alternatives I am not considering (something like a basic cleaner wax, then a fair sealant such as the new mequiars NXT). My main goal to this is durablility/protection.
Please, any suggestions and help is GREATLY appreciated!!!
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