jub jub Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 For those of you that have black paint, under what kind of light do you like to view your paint for the best polishing? I'm currently using a hallogen that I got from Sears. It seems to work as well as being out in the sun. Just curious if you like sunlight, artificial or both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 S-TEE Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Hey John! Thought you would know this already...black paint...use a black light! Having good lighting of any sort is great to have, but think about this... ...when is it you really see all the blemishes and smudges at their worst? I'll bet you'll say late afternoon, when the ANGLE of the light rays are catching all those fine scratches and totally highlighting them. To me, having even, overall good light can actually hinder spotting those problem spots--try getting some point source of light and view your paint at an oblique angle... This may not be a great analogy, but, you ever seen one of those paintless dent repair guys work? They'll set up some sort of light or an object with a straight line(s) to use as a reference, and look at the working surface to see what the reflection looks like, at an angle. They can see all the dents and waves on your car, in that reflection. By that same token, looking at your paint at an angle will highlight all the scratches and scuffs that you may overlook when looking at it straight on, in bright light. Of course, if you were to go with the black, suede look, you wouldn't have to worry 'bout the scratches... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 P's Titan Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 I will do indoors first then go outside to see what I missed if anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use a fluorescent light on my black truck, then sunlight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jub jub Posted November 25, 2008 Author Share Posted November 25, 2008 It is really amazing how easily the scratches show on black. I seem to be in the habit now of polishing one quarter panel per week now. At this rate, I wonder how long before i get to the paint. Black, looks good but never again. Like S-Tee said...a nice flat black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 It is really amazing how easily the scratches show on black. I seem to be in the habit now of polishing one quarter panel per week now. At this rate, I wonder how long before i get to the paint. Black, looks good but never again. Like S-Tee said...a nice flat black. Keep it waxed for protection - what'll you'll find very helpful is our Brilliant Spray Glaze. A nice added benefit of it's chemical property is that it will temporarily fill in a very light scratch, especially on black! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Rich Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I do mine in the garage in the daytime with no lights on. When I'm done, the wife comes outside and inspects it for missed spots. Works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jub jub Posted November 25, 2008 Author Share Posted November 25, 2008 Keep it waxed for protection - what'll you'll find very helpful is our Brilliant Spray Glaze. A nice added benefit of it's chemical property is that it will temporarily fill in a very light scratch, especially on black! I'll give the spray glaze a try! Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jjwvette Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I use the outdoor light when I'm finished and like you Jub:willy:I've said never three times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Junkman2008 Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 The halogen lights that you find at hardware stores are excellent for seeing scratches. The key to finding them though is to look at the car in multiple light sources, as well as from different angles when using those sources. I have also found that going to a DIY car wash (preferably a newer one), that has those huge bay lights will also reviel any hidden swils or scratches that may be trying to hide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Mojo1 Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 Sun , cant beat it for finding flaws. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 acrispy1 Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I start in the shade and then move outside to the sun, best in late afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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For those of you that have black paint, under what kind of light do you like to view your paint for the best polishing?
I'm currently using a hallogen that I got from Sears. It seems to work as well as being out in the sun.
Just curious if you like sunlight, artificial or both.
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