Help for better results with a PC 7424

[HellaBroke]

So i picked up a porter cable 7424 a couple weeks ago and finally got a good chance to use it.
Picked my wife up a 04 yukon 80k miles paint was in ruff shape and i think i did a pretty good job but i know with the right products i can get better results.

this is what i did.. and i would like some input of what will help me get more depth to the paint...

2 bucket wash with filter deal in the bottom of the bucket. wool mitt...

removed badges on the sides and rear, used 3m eraser to remove adhesive

removed silver pin stripe with 3m eraser

washed the truck again

clay bared everything

compound on 3.5" CCS orange pad to all windows ( removed all water spots and crap build up)

meguires scratch X and 3.5" orange ccs pad over ghosted pin stripes and emblems

moved up to 5.5" CCS orange pad with Pinnicle advanced swirl remover
http://www.autogeek.net/pin220.html

went to CCS white pad and pinnicle advanced finishing polish
http://www.autogeek.net/pin230.html

moved to CCS green 5.5" and meguires ulitimate liquid wax



Im hurting on WAX and no sealer...

The meguires ulitimate was kind of a last min. oh crap i dont have anything lets go to autozone because they are the only ones that cary anything above turtle wax....

Whats the consensus on here... what do you guys use for a buffer... ( i dont trust myself enough to jump into a highspeed buffer with flat pads yet...)

are there some more steps i can throw into the polishes???

i need a good wax... its hot here in gulfport ms. so i think a syntetic wax might do me better but i really have no preferance...

What do you guys recomend for sealers???


sorry no before pictures but it was bad... who ever owned this before i dont think waxed much the paint was very faded... not beat up (scratched or dented just faded bad...)

IMG_1051http://www.flickr.com/people/82518842@N05/

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IMG_1049http://www.flickr.com/people/82518842@N05/

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side note... i havent searched yet but i want to remove the roof rack to do a better job on the roof.... is there a gasket??? or what is underneath that mounting bracket???

 

[HellaBroke]

Good talk... Good talk... :|

 

[2011Tahoe]

Talk to BLKDOUT he's a member on here and owns his own detailing biz, REGENCY member as well seems to do a fair amount of detailing as well.

 

[Regency]

Here's a wax that will really make your paint pop http://www.chemicalguys.com/Lava_Luminous_Glow_Infusion_epic_shine_formula_p/wac_310.htm
Then here's the sealant I use http://www.chemicalguys.com/BEST_CAR_WAX_p/wac_113_16.htm

Do a alcohol wipe down or a dawn wash to remove all existing build up or waxes then put two coats of m-seal on then top it off with the lava wax that will give you what you want...

Any other questions?

 

[GalaxyBlackEsky]

Sorry I missed this just unitl now. But I use ALL Adams Products and use the PC for all my buffing and use the Adams Wax and Adams Machine Super Sealent. I have to say it is the best products/ customer service I have ever delt with. The wax feels like butter once done and last for a very long time (if you keep the car clean) and don't use the automatic washes that much.

http://www.adamspolishes.com/default.aspx

 

[electro]

Here's a wax that will really make your paint pop http://www.chemicalguys.com/Lava_Luminous_Glow_Infusion_epic_shine_formula_p/wac_310.htm
Then here's the sealant I use http://www.chemicalguys.com/BEST_CAR_WAX_p/wac_113_16.htm

Do a alcohol wipe down or a dawn wash to remove all existing build up or waxes then put two coats of m-seal on then top it off with the lava wax that will give you what you want...

Any other questions?

Alcohol wipes?

Can I get a link with an example?
There to clean whatever old crap is on there off?
Do they look like baby wipes?

 

[Regency]

Yeah just get rid of the existing build-up/oils you just mix 50/50 water and alcohol

 

[Diggerdan11]

Sorry I missed this just unitl now. But I use ALL Adams Products and use the PC for all my buffing and use the Adams Wax and Adams Machine Super Sealent. I have to say it is the best products/ customer service I have ever delt with. The wax feels like butter once done and last for a very long time (if you keep the car clean) and don't use the automatic washes that much.

http://www.adamspolishes.com/default.aspx

^ This

Adams is the only way to go, especially with the PC

 

[nytahoe]

i use 95% adams you cant beat it. ive used a lot of brands out on the market. i have a flexs and a pc polisher also

 

[Big O]

Alcohol wipes?

Can I get a link with an example?
There to clean whatever old crap is on there off?
Do they look like baby wipes?

No not alcohol wipes ... get a bottle of Isopropyl and dilute it with water and dump it into a towel and wipe down the surface to remove old waxes and greases.

Can get at Walmart or Walgreens grocery stores ... pretty basic rubbing alcohol

 

[Sinister1]

Sorry I missed this just unitl now. But I use ALL Adams Products and use the PC for all my buffing and use the Adams Wax and Adams Machine Super Sealent. I have to say it is the best products/ customer service I have ever delt with. The wax feels like butter once done and last for a very long time (if you keep the car clean) and don't use the automatic washes that much.

http://www.adamspolishes.com/default.aspx

I second this comment regarding Adams. Use it on my vette, Yukon, and wifes Sorrento. Will never use any other product. In fact, it smells so damn good, I want to eat it users of Adams know what I'm talking about!

 

[Intimidator3]

Sorry I missed this just unitl now. But I use ALL Adams Products and use the PC for all my buffing and use the Adams Wax and Adams Machine Super Sealent. I have to say it is the best products/ customer service I have ever delt with. The wax feels like butter once done and last for a very long time (if you keep the car clean) and don't use the automatic washes that much.

http://www.adamspolishes.com/default.aspx

How often do you suggest waxing/clay bar if I don't hand wash my truck that often? Probably use the car wash 2-3 times a month. I clay barred the truck last year and am about to do it again. Should I clay bar before every wax if I mainly use the car wash? Thanks

 

[Sinister1]

How often do you suggest waxing/clay bar if I don't hand wash my truck that often? Probably use the car wash 2-3 times a month. I clay barred the truck last year and am about to do it again. Should I clay bar before every wax if I mainly use the car wash? Thanks

Some people follow the " once every quarter" rule, while others do it more frequently, and those who do it maybe twice a year. There are so many variables to consider. What you should be asking yourself, to help arrive at your own conclusion, is 1) how often do I drive this vehicle 2) where do I drive it, 3) what is the vehicle being used for, 4) is it garaged or parked outside every day/night in the elements, etc....

In my opinion, your answers to these plus other questions you may think of will dictate how often you ahould/shouldnt claybar. There's no set rule on this.

 

[Regency]

I do it every wash.

 

[GalaxyBlackEsky]

Some people follow the " once every quarter" rule, while others do it more frequently, and those who do it maybe twice a year. There are so many variables to consider. What you should be asking yourself, to help arrive at your own conclusion, is 1) how often do I drive this vehicle 2) where do I drive it, 3) what is the vehicle being used for, 4) is it garaged or parked outside every day/night in the elements, etc....

In my opinion, your answers to these plus other questions you may think of will dictate how often you ahould/shouldnt claybar. There's no set rule on this.

This is very true. It is all about the elements the car goes through. Usually you will only need to do it 2-3 times a year IF that. What you can do to tell if the car needs it is get a plastic bag (like a zip lock bag) put your hand in it and slide it accross the paint. If it feels really ruff then you need to clay if it is smooth then you don't. Realy claying a car every wash can just be a waste of time and money. But when I detail customers cars I always do it because who knows when the last time some has done it on their car.

 

[Sinister1]

My post above is peculiar. I know I didn't click on any emoticons, yet somehow one magically appeared. Disregard it, as there seems to be a glitch.