Hello from CA

[scwerks]

Hey guys, I finally registered after a couple of weeks of lurking around. The abundant of information here is awesome, but at the same time overwhelming to me. I've never done any real detailing ever to my cars only the basic wash, clay, and cleaner/wax deal by hand. To make it even worse, my last 4 cars have all been black.

I'm still hesitant to pick up a PC, but I'm hoping to learn some new useful tricks here from everyone. I just got my '90 Mustang freshly painted so I now need to really educate myself on how to maintain this expensive paint job.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a381/stangin46/1990%20Mustang%20LX%20Convertible/DSC_0557.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a381/stangin46/1990%20Mustang%20LX%20Convertible/DSC_0526.jpg

[Bobby B.]

Welcome to AutogeekOnline! Nice looking Mustang

[Midnight1700]

First, Welcome! and your right, a lot of great information here from a lot of very knowledgable people.

Second, as the painter may, or should have, already told you..... do not apply any sealers or wax to your freshly painted Stang. The paint needs time to "Gas Out" for at least a few weeks. I'd also wait a couple of weeks to even wash it in order to give the paint time to cure.

Third, In the meantime, stick around this forum and read about the proper way to wash your car. A lot of damage can be done, especially on a freshly painted car, by using improper methods of washing. Pay special attention to the products mentioned and try to get them a head of time before you start washing/polishing your car.

I have a jet black Dodge 2500, and believe me, keeping it looking great is a full time career!

[scwerks]

First, Welcome! and your right, a lot of great information here from a lot of very knowledgable people.

Second, as the painter may, or should have, already told you..... do not apply any sealers or wax to your freshly painted Stang. The paint needs time to "Gas Out" for at least a few weeks. I'd also wait a couple of weeks to even wash it in order to give the paint time to cure.

Third, In the meantime, stick around this forum and read about the proper way to wash your car. A lot of damage can be done, especially on a freshly painted car, by using improper methods of washing. Pay special attention to the products mentioned and try to get them a head of time before you start washing/polishing your car.

I have a jet black Dodge 2500, and believe me, keeping it looking great is a full time career!

Thank you for the tip. I actually went into more detail in my other posts. Maybe you can add a little input there as well, thanks.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/30526-fresh-black-paint.html#post382463

[Mike Phillips]

Welcome to Autogeek Online! :welcome:


Just posted some information to your other thread...

Tips, techniques, links and pictures...



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