First detail, help!!

[CWallace]

Okay guys, did an interior/exterior detail on my sisters Eqinox yesterday (wash, clay and single step of duragloss 101 w/ pc7424xp) removed 90% of the stains on seats and carpet but was disappointed that i couldn't get them all out, they were just too neglected.. Anyway, she was amazed with the results, it made my day! So she drove to work today and showed her co-workers.. they had seen the before stains and were also impressed with the result. So now they want their cars done...

[HDDetail]

so what are you needing help on? Hot water extractor for stain?

[CWallace]

so what are you needing help on? Hot water extractor for stain?

Sorry, i timed out trying to finish the post.. Basically, her coworker has 99 BMW 2 door convertible, moderate swirls and imperfections.. I didn't price any paint correction, but being my first real customer i want to make her paint look the best i can without correction.. I have some Megs Cleaner Wax and Ultimate Liquid left over (pre autogeek days) that i had planned on using.. But i would like something to maybe fill some swirls and make the paint pop! i'm willing to purchase more products but would like to keep it a maximum of 2 quick steps since that what the price warrants if that! Like u guys say, most people just want shiny paint and glossy tires, but i want more!!!

[Dugdug]

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[CWallace]

Sorry for the terrible post guys... after some research i think i may have found an answer. i'm thinking i may go with either the DG 501 or the XMT 360 AIO for a fairly quick app with good results.. any opinions?

[Dugdug]

Bump, I think what you're asking for is for a product that hides swirls without polishing?

[Bill1234]

It happens every time. Once some non car person shows other non car people, it grows to multiple people wanting their own cars detailed

[0GTP4]

I have that all the time. I did the girlfriends parents car and now all their friends want their cars done. It's amazing how people get excited after seeing a clean car.


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[CWallace]

Bump, I think what you're asking for is for a product that hides swirls without polishing?

Dugdug, u r exactly right.. just poor choice of wording on my part. do u think XMT 360 will fit the bill or do u know??? I read somewhere that a detailer is using it with good results in one or two passes???

i do have a back up plan... i live in Knoxville and was thinking of giving Mike and the gang a visit at the Subway show in the morning and asking them!!!!

[Dugdug]

I have no idea. But that's why I subscribed to this thread. To see some answers lol I'm surprised to see that nobody has commented

[Vegas Transplant]

IME, no.
360 ( light swirl remover) will only remove minor imperfections. Leaving behind those that a more aggressive product would remove.

[primo spaghetti]

a glaze will fill and hide minor swirls and imperfections to create a smooth, flawless-looking finish faster. For daily drivers, a finishing glaze is a great way to maintain a showroom shine on a busy schedule.

in order to properly correct the swirls, a proper swirl remover or polish will be needed. I've used the wolfgang line and have been pretty happy with it, and also tried the Klasse AIO. while the Klasse left a great finish, it really need a more aggresive polish to correct the defects on the BMW i used it on. I think if i was going to go with an AIO again i would look to the Duragloss 105 or the Menzerna PF2500 (PO203).

[CWallace]

a glaze will fill and hide minor swirls and imperfections to create a smooth, flawless-looking finish faster. For daily drivers, a finishing glaze is a great way to maintain a showroom shine on a busy schedule.

in order to properly correct the swirls, a proper swirl remover or polish will be needed. I've used the wolfgang line and have been pretty happy with it, and also tried the Klasse AIO. while the Klasse left a great finish, it really need a more aggresive polish to correct the defects on the BMW i used it on. I think if i was going to go with an AIO again i would look to the Duragloss 105 or the Menzerna PF2500 (PO203).

so do u apply the glaze immediately after clay and then your LSP??? I too have the wolfgang line, i just am not getting paid enough to do a paint correction. I just want to have a little more wow factor than a simple waxing or sealant will provide!!! And i have no experience with any glaze other than the wolfgang finishing glaze and i'm not sure if that is the same type of glaze as Blackhole and similar products!

[ExoticAutoDetai]

I also stand with the Glaze advise, is mostly used to hide paint imperfections. This method is mostly use in car dealerships for a fast turnaround on a quick car selling point or perhaps to close in a sale. The glaze method is a quick way turnaround, I believe you could also finish it with a coat of wax or you could also leave out the wax I am assuming the glaze alone would do well.

BUT I believe over the time the glaze would wear off and the imperfections would start to show up. So finishing with a coat of wax could give the glaze a longer last.

[primo spaghetti]

yes glaze after clay. consider topping with a non cleaning sealant if you want durability on top of the glaze. as ExoticAutoDetai stated, glaze will wear off. it is a temporary fix, but once glazed the appearance will be that off a three step paint correction.

if you are looking at a time is money thing (as we all do), explain glaze then up sell the better package. IMO, if it is a daily driver and they are using car washes and washing at home with dishsoap and old t-shirts, then the glaze will be fine. they will ruin the proper correction in the same time that the glaze will likely begin showing imperfections.