View Full Version : First time detailing right steps?


mike3fan
06-14-2003, 12:46 AM
these are the products I have
1.wash with dawn,dry w/micro
2.clay bar,using final insp #34
3.wash with dawn,dry w/micro
4.meguiars premiumn paint cleaner w/pc
5.meguiars #7 w/pc
6.souveran wax

I also have some pinnacle paintwork cleansing lotion,should I use it somewhere in there or would that be redundant?
I have a 1997 black car that I would guess would be in about 6 1/2 to 7 out 10 paint shape,just some swirls I would like to get rid of.You guys on this forum are the reason I went out and bought all this stuff so any help before I start sould be appreciated.

hal9000
06-14-2003, 07:45 PM
If you're going to clay, don't worry about getting the car totally dry before claying.

Only other thing I'd recommend is only apply #7 to half the hood and see if there's a difference. My experience with #7 is that with a properly prepped car, it's got a minimal effect at best and then only on black.

When you run out of souveran, take a look at S100 or P21S. I think you'll find that it'll give as good, if not better results for alot less. I'm assuming that you're using Souveran Paste, not the liquid. The liquid gives great shine, I'm hearing it's not as durable as the paste. They usually recommend the liquid OVER the paste to maximize shine and depth.