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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    I wasn't necessarily implying the Eraser as leaving anything behind. But, no matter what panel I wiped or which direction I wiped (with the Eraser), that was the markings I would see. Seems hard to...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    My frustration is through the roof! After polishing the whole car (again) with Essence and a Blue CCS foam pad, I let it sit for 24hrs then did a very light wipe with Eraser. I sprayed the Eraser on...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    So I did a a few test spots the other night before ordering more MF to be sure I got ones that wouldn't mar. Stupidly I left them sitting in the garage after wiping up the Essence residue. Should I...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    Update.... Bought some Essence and TRC Eagle Edgeless MF and I don't have the marring anymore after wiping post polish! I ordered a few to start and now that I know they work I bought some more to do...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    This community is the best, I appreciate all the advice and support! I have Essence and TRC Eagles on the way.

    If I'm understanding correctly Ill use the Essence as a finishing polish, wipe it...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    I went ahead and ordered some Essence at your folks suggestion, hoping that helps my issue some. I only have a handful of the bald wipes, I got a 12 pack of the Gold Plush back when I did my main...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    The Gold Plush are 70/25 but the edges are finished with microfiber as well. But I also have some Gyeon Bald Wipes that don't have any stitched edges and i've been getting the same results with...
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    Re: CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    I was able to rule out the Eraser as I had not wiped down the roof yet and it has the same markings. It appears it likely is towel marring, how I can I avoid that? I thought I was using quality MF...
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    CarPro Eraser Residue!?

    Hello AG community!

    With a bunch of recommendations and guidance from you fine folks I finally got all my stuff together and found the time to do some paint correction on my car, 2011 Subaru...
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    Thank you to everyone for the replies, the information you guys are giving me is awesome! @98CayenneT thank you for that write up and pictures, makes sense what you and @Sizzle Chest are saying.
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    Just curious since iv'e never used one, how would a PTG help? Would it just guide pad and product selection ?
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    That's the issue, I know very little about any of the products out there and I'm interested in them all! I don't want to overdo it as others have pointed out with soft Subie paint, but i'm also not...
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    Yeah I see what you're saying. Is there something I should be looking for that ISNT in a particular AIO so I can coat? I.e. "Product A contains no x ingredient"
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    Wow that looks like amazing results. I haven't been able to capture the defects the way I want, next time i'm in the garage ill try and get some better pictures.

    And yes, it is my daily but I...
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    Re: 2011 WRX Paint Correction

    I suppose I was thinking the polishing step was the compound or swirl remover and the finishing would be whatever finish compound and soft pad.
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    2011 WRX Paint Correction

    Hey all, I have a 2011 Subaru WRX, Dark gray metallic. I'm looking to do some moderate correction for swirls, a few deeper scratches and some bug pitting on the front of the hood.

    In an...
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    What kind of coating are you referring to? I've only ever worked with wax so I'm not well versed with all the different sealants and coatings floating around these days.
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    I appreciate all the information! Maybe I am misunderstanding but you previously mentioned you preferred a 2 step method over an AIO but it seems like what you're recommending to me is an AIO with a...
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    Oh man, you had THE STI. I'm definitely a fanboy for WR Blue and the gold wheels.

    My paint is tired but not bad by any means. I really just want to bring some depth back (I have the dark grey...
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    Thank you! Why did you sell?

    To answer your questions, I mostly have no idea yet. I've only ever used some form of paste wax but I know that sealants and ceramic coatings have become very...
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    Awesome, I appreciate that! I haven't made it out that way yet but I've heard great things!
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    Hey Tom, thanks for the suggestion! I am definitely getting the G9 after watching some videos and reviews. I'm a little unsure of an AIO as I have some deeper nastier stuff at the front of the hood...
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    Re: Hobbyist in NC

    I'm just North of Charlotte in Statesville.
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    Re: New member seeking knowledge

    Hey James, I'm also James form NC! I almost thought I forgot I made in introduction post already, as I just posted my own then saw yours.
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    Hobbyist in NC

    Hello Autogeek community! I joined a few months back but have only been using the forums as a resource. I decided it was time to introduce myself and start getting some help for my specific car...
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