BlackFire Total Polish & Seal

[BobbyG]

Like most here, I have a routine I follow when detailing and this is the order of operation.


Interior
Door Jams
Engine Bay
Wheels & Tires
Exterior Surfaces
Exterior Glass
Plastic & Rubber Trim
Tire Dressing

While this doesn't get into a lot of detail, it does give you an idea of how I work. I've found that this keeps me from having to "re-detail" areas because of recontaminating something.

After a wash and clay, I wanted to see how BlackFire Total Polish and Seal performed and the finish on this Camry was a perfect candidate. The finish was in decent shape. Because it's silver it doesn't show a lot of defects but if you looked close enough they are there.

Tires & Wheels


Meguiar's Super Degreaser
Chemical Guys Diablo Wheel cleaner
CarPro PERL
PoorBoy's World Wheel Sealant.

Engine Compartment


Meguiar's Super Degreaser
CarPro PERL

Trim


Wolfgang Vinyl & Rubber Protectant

Glass


Meguiar's D-120 Glass Cleaner
Cobra Waffle Weave Glass Towel

Wash

Washing and claying went pretty much as expected. I used P21S Bodywork Conditioning Shampoo. It's a very mild shampoo and not a lot of suds but it did a decent job.

Clay

Claying again was straight forward. I used Meguiars Professional Detailing Clay and while it did remove the embedded particles the finish was glass smooth ready to give BlackFire Total Polish and Seal a test drive..

Polish

Even though I normally use my Flex 3401, I have an old reliable Porter Cable 7424 first generation dual action polisher. I've had this for close to 14 years and it just keep on ticking....probably made by Timex...

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I used a 5 1/2" Lake Country White flat pad as it's perfectly suited for this product and application. I also have a Meguiar's Pad Washer that I wanted to see if it really fulfilled it claims so I'll add this to the detail/review.

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BlackFire Total Polish and Seal

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BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal is an all-in-one polish and paint sealant that delivers a smooth shine in one quick step. BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal is a light swirl remover, pre-wax cleanser and paint sealant all in one!

The product is a blue cream and is very easy to work with and apply.

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What I didn't realize it how dirty the paint actually was and how efficient and easy BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal removed it leaving the finish clean and bright!

I set the machine speed to 5 and worked a 2X2 area and a 3 sectional pass for each. BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal cleaned and did a decent job at removing minor swirls and like defects.

BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal after application.

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To give you some idea of how nicely this product removed oxidation and grime take a look at how dirty the White foam pad was...yes, this was white.

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Meguiar's Pad Washer

This was my first time using one of these so being the skeptic it had to prove itself.

I mixed a packet of pad cleaner in a separate pail to insure it dissolved before pouring it in the pad washer.
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Once everything was full I actuated it several times and it did appear to at least pump solution up to the grit-guard..

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After using it according to the instructions here's the result; a clean foam pad...compare the before and after......

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Conclusion - It works...

I didn't take any before shots but the after shots were impressive and BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal is a quality, easy to use product. It leaves the finish clean, shinny, smooth, and protected.

Buffing was effortless. I used a Cobra Deluxe Jr. 600 Microfiber Towel to quickly remove the haze leaving a gorgeous shine.

A few reflection shots

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Interior


Optimum Power Clean
Meguiar's M40

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BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal - I'll give this product a two thumbs up!

[shoeless89]

Great write up Bobby! Thanks!

[mjlinane]

Great review, Bobby!! Is a great AIO.

[DARK HORSE]

I'm personally not big on AIO's, but great review Bobby!

[WRXINXS]

Looks like a good product Bobby. By the way I also have the p21s bodywork conditioning shampoo and noticed the lack of suds. Still does a good job though.

[Pats300zx]

Great review Bobby !!!! I can't wait to try mine !!

[Flash Gordon]

Nice write up BobbyG. The Camry looks very nice too!

I love all things Blackfire :hungry:

[RhetoricMixes]

Nice write up! Is there a reason one should use this instead of Blackfire SRC Polish then a sealant?

[BobbyG]

Nice write up! Is there a reason one should use this instead of Blackfire SRC Polish then a sealant?

No, not at all.

Polishing then sealing in separate steps is the method I actually prefer because it allows more control of the finish prior to protecting it.

BlackFire Total Polish & Seal is a nice 1-step product that performs well and can be used as it or add an additional layer of sealant for both depth and protection. It saves time, is cost effective, and as you can see, does a great job....:props:

[pojoe1975]

Great job so the aio by Blackfire works that great I need it I love Blackfire products so I know what's next on the list . Oh yea great write up very descriptive thank you .

[jpegs13]

Nice write up Bobby. Great work too!

[cleanmycorolla]

No, not at all.

Polishing then sealing in separate steps is the method I actually prefer because it allows more control of the finish prior to protecting it.

BlackFire Total Polish & Seal is a nice 1-step product that performs well and can be used as it or add an additional layer of sealant for both depth and protection. It saves time, is cost effective, and as you can see, does a great job....:props:

As you said, it worked great on a daily driver, which most cars are. I'm curious how it holds up, how long the protection lasts. Also, how much total product did you use for the entire project? If I ever used this on my DD, I only have a few spots to correct.

Regardless, awesome review and awesome work, the wheels especially, and the ineterior too. I love keeping my paint in top shape, but there is NOTHING like a pristine interior. Makes the ride in a daily driver so much more relaxing!!

AWESOME WORK:dblthumb2:

[BfisherNC]

I love the Blackfire Polish and Seal. I did my car last weekend, and my wife's this weekend... awesome stuff.

After I clay and use the P&S, I follow it up with their Crystal Seal (fast and easy) which is icing on the cake. I'm not a pro (so I have little to compare against) but this is the best stuff I've ever used...

[dlt21]

I know you also use CG Blacklight. Have you compared that to Blackfire P&S. I see some people are saying Blacklight is great as an AIO also . In your opinion does the CG BLacklight have the same qualities(cut,clean ,seal) as the Blackfire P&S?