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    Re: Foothills of Cackalacka reporting in

    Welcome to AGO!

    The 3D Speed/Collinite 845 combo is a proven winner.
    It is no coincidence that man's best friend cannot talk.

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    This all very confusing. Do I use cleaning lotion first, then clay, or vice versa? It says the Pinnacle lotion is for newer paint, mine is certainly not newer. Can I clay first THEN go to the 3D speed? What lubricant for the clay?

    I'm going to go read more thanks and I apologize for all the questions.

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    Maybe some pics will help you all help me.

    I'll be back.

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    Re: Foothills of Cackalacka reporting in

    Quote Originally Posted by cityjack View Post
    This all very confusing. Do I use cleaning lotion first, then clay, or vice versa? It says the Pinnacle lotion is for newer paint, mine is certainly not newer. Can I clay first THEN go to the 3D speed? What lubricant for the clay?

    I'm going to go read more thanks and I apologize for all the questions.
    Never be sorry to ask a question on this forum. We all started from square one. Just like you are doing.

    Wash your car.

    Clay the paint. There are many quality products you can use as a clay lube. (My favorite is Griot's Speed Shine.)
    Use plenty of lube, and fold/knead the clay often to always work with a clean surface.

    Polish the paint with Speed.

    Add a quality LSP. (Last Step Product) Speed is a great product that leaves some protection, but the protection is short-lived.
    It is no coincidence that man's best friend cannot talk.

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    Re: Foothills of Cackalacka reporting in

    Ahhhh, there it is. Thank you Paul.

    I just real quick went outside and washed just the roof and hood with Meguiars Gold class wash and then wiped dry. If you zoom in, you can see the fadedness I was talking about. The paint is decent and doesn't feel all that rough, just slightly faded in several spots. Same with the hood, sprinkle in a couple small chips as well from rock strikes.

    Thanks again guys.

    Stay healthy

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    Re: Foothills of Cackalacka reporting in

    Hey cityjack, welcome to AGO!

    You’ve come to the right place for all your detailing needs with an active group of members and tons of knowledge!

    PaulMys has summed it up well, wash, clay, polish, wax.

    You’ve been recommended two amazingly easy to use and effective All-in-one polishes, Blackfire One Step and HD Speed. These leave a sealant behind to protect your paint and after every car wash you can apply a spray wax(your Griots product should work) as you dry the car. This will prolong the protection and shine to your Mazda 3.

    It’s all overwhelming at first and we are an extremely passionate group so we will throw tons of information at you which may or may not help at first. Keep asking questions, keep learning, but also know the learning is in the doing!

    You got this!

    edit: just saw your post with pictures added and didn’t want to double post.

    Based on the pics, the paint on your roof and hood don’t look too far gone! Should clean up nicely and get it’s shine back!
    Alumni Autogeek's first ever Roadshow Detailing Class Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

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    That doesn't look too bad from what I see in the pics.

    I would strongly suggest you look into an entry-level polisher such as the Porter Cable 7424XP, or the Griot's G9.

    Unless you are a pro bodybuilder, working by hand is going to knock the hell out of you.
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    Re: Foothills of Cackalacka reporting in

    Thanks guys. Your words make me feel better.

    Now to purchase a DA and materials. I'll let you all know how it goes.

    Have a good rest of the week.

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    Thank you Jacob for your help.
    My pleasure brother!

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