started now stuck restoring paint work mk3

[crazy_e]

Hi,

i have started to restore the paintwork on my mk3 1994 golf but am now stuck on what i should do next i have so far used the following items on the car

autoglym claybar
G3 compound - using machine polisher
autoglym SRP
and autoglym hd wax

i was at a car show not long ago and there was a car there similar colour to mine but almost looked wet but really shiny but he was not about to ask what he did can anyone help me on what to do next here are some pic of how it looks so far i am yet to deal with the black trim and windows and lights im trying to sort the paint work out first any help i would be very grateful.










 

[Len]

Looks fine mate, really shiny!

[crazy_e]

Thanks, i have been looking arround on here in the detailing section and seen some really nice mk3s and would like to see if i could get mine anywhere near as good as them.

[S4twiggy]

G3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thats the wrong stuff your usuing mate, bodyshops use it and it leaves holograms, pig tails and buffer marks.

to get the results you want use a rotary(im assuming you are already)

use menz 3.02(power finish) or FG/S500 on a lake country yellow cutting pad, once yopu have corrected the car(get it under halogen lights) refine the finish with menz 85RD(final finish) with a lake country 2 tone black finnese pad.

once refined you can then use poorboys black hole to give you the glaze you want and then a decent wax to protect what you have done.

G3 is a big no no mate in detailing so check out CYC.
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polish/menzerna-250ml/cat_28.html
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/lake-country-ccs-pads/cat_45.html
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/lake-country-6-5-flat-pads/lake-country-black-6-5-inch-flat-finessing-pad/prod_629.html
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/glazes/poorboys-black-hole/prod_494.html
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wax/chemical-guys-pete-39-s-53-paste-wax/prod_337.html
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wax/dodo-juice/dodo-juice-blue-velvet/prod_404.html

if you want some advice to get the panels looking tip top drop me a PM and i can advise you mate.

its all about getting the preparation right before you can get the finish you want. no point polishing over sh!te if you know what i mean so you have to make sure the panel is the cleanest it can be

[crazy_e]

yeah im using a rotary mate

ok will have to get them on order i think im hoping to put a full day or 2 on the car this sat and sunday where could i pick the products from in such short time just the mrs is away for the weekend so it leaves me free to do as i please with the car.

[S4twiggy]

get them from tim at CYC and get it sent out friday so you get it saturday morning. ask if he can do it by royal mail as he uses DPD couriers(atleast in wales he does anyway lol)

[Ninj]

I'd agree about G3 being a bit much.  You will end up with a fair amount of induced marring which you only have to spend more time removing.  If the paint doesn't need correcting, then as above use something less agricultural and you'll end up with a better finish.

The wetness comes from the stages after the machine work though.  Glazes, sealants and waxes can all add to the effect.

[crazy_e]

what polishes and wax and glazes to you recommend?

[Ninj]

Thats the big question!  Polishes I rate the Menzerna range as they finish down really well.  3M are also very good.

As for the glaze/sealant/wax depends on budget and which products you want to use as there may be compatibilty problems ie some products don't like others.

[Mr Blue]

Im sure Waxamomo can sort you out a nice deal on these bits

I use meguaris dimond glaze #85 with megs buffing pads on a DA buffer.

Then use menzerna for any left over polishing marks as it breaks down very well.

Not a fan of poorboys black hole. Ive started to use poorboys white diamond on even dark cars. Slightly easier to work with and gives any metallic flake that 'pop'.

Wax...No expert on a wax but been using colinite wax and seems to be the most hard waring wax.