sounds so easy on paper lol

 

Yes, completely harmless, especially with a DA polisher. The random pattern of the head prevents any burning to the paint. Extremely safe for beginners and works very well.

Oh it's easy after you do it for the first time.

 

Man that is the most detailed (no pun intended!) report I have ever read, it's better than any site I have ever been on. Awesome truck man your work is incredible.

You know the Black trim that is above the wheel well on Ford's as well as the trim on the bed rails? My question is how can I keep that trim looking "new"? That drives me crazy how they always end up fading. Thanks.

 

Glad you like the tutorial. It's easy stuff.



For the trim, you have two options if you're tired of applying dressing constantly:

1. Black WOW. This stuff is one of the best out there as far as trim applications. It lasts much longer than other dressings and only takes a pea-sized amount to do a large area. Google it for reviews to see if you'd be interested in it. You will know if you've found the right one.....it's expensive.

2. Paint them. This is your permanent solution. You should take them off (they are only attached with clips in the body) before painting. If you break any clips you can always go buy new ones (most auto parts stores carry the ones you'd need). Sand them down really well, put on an adhesion promoter, a high-quality plastics paint, and several coats of clear. This solution will last years if you do it right the first time.

 

Thanks man! I'm look into both. Appreciate it.

 

It is hared to find clay bares hear in Dubai.
I fond the clay bar but no lubricant. Is their any other alternative to the lubricant?
I found ICE Liquid Clay from turtle wax, is it any good? Will it do the gob.
Thanks in advance.

 

Any input?

 

Shiny,

When I have ran out of detailing spray in the past I have used a couple of drops of dish soap in a large spray bottle. This is not the best but it works in a pinch.

Some suggestions on claying:
1. Try to clay in the shade to prevent lubricant from drying out.
2. Use lots of lubricant.
3. The clay bar should never stick or catch on the paint, if so use more lubricant.
4. Fold the clay bar often.
5. If you drop it, throw it away.

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks for the input.
So you mean to use liquid dish soap withe water as lubricant.
And what abut ICE Liquid Clay from turtle wax? Is it any good?

 

Shiny,

Sorry I missed this....it's been a long few months and just neglected to check it.


I'll agree with Flareside......a soap and water mix should do the trick, but you'll likely have to use more of it than you would detailing spray. I personally have never used Turtle Wax products, as most over-the-counter stuff I avoid (most, not all). But if it's all you can get your hands on, it will definitely do the trick.