Z06Addict Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I would like you to meet Evette:glasses: I know at this point you may be saying "Polish what"..... But she's not perfect. I'm wondering if I could get away with just the fmp for a job like this... take a look at this. And here you can see the water spots. Any advise would be greatly appreciated!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYBEN Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 welcome Brandon, beautiful Vette.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billyt Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 i wish they did cars like that in the UK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LQ9SS Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Such a beautiful car!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sizzle Chest Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Welcome to the site! Nice Z...you have the fastest color! LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6spdg37s Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 ^ when I picked my z06 up it the paint had the same hazy texture.. 2 paint corrections later and its finally almost 100%. It only had 3k miles on it when i got it and it was in the dealer's showroom...which leaves me to believe the previous owner was the one running it thru car washes or something which left the paint in that condition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1anonly Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 First off, welcome Brandon. Very nice car. FMP should be all you need. I would also add the Brilliant Glaze and Americana. That would really make it pop and add depth. Which brings me to this question. Without me sounding like I jerk, was the sun going down at the time you were taking the pictures? The reason I ask (here's the jerk part) is because your paint looks a little hazy or should I say I doesn't look like it has a lot of depth. I know you said you washed it and used some DS on it and it has no wax. Maybe that's part of it. There's just something about the first picture that doesn't look right to me. Maybe it's just me. Anyway welcome and I look forward to seeing your car after it's all polished and waxed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z06Addict Posted May 5, 2011 Author Share Posted May 5, 2011 Thanks for all the comments, it's great to have a quality site to better your skills with great advice and a great product. Just got my new Adam's package in today...It's like Christmas in May! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6spdg37s Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 have fun bro i have the same car... GM clearcoat is really hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Is it a good idea to tape off joints like between the hood and fender before polishing? Or just try not to fill and clean what does find it's way in the crack. Not really necessary with the PC. You may get some product that falls there, but the PC is not powerful do damage in areas that may have thin paint/clear. You do want to tape off emblems and any non-painted trim or rubber. This helps keep the pads cleaner, softens up sharp areas (I'm thinking about the tips of your crossed flags) and makes for no post-polishing cleanup. Another tip from our Head Detailer Adam is to apply SVRT before you polish. If you did hit any trim while polishing it will clean up quickly. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianT Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Welcome to the family Brandon!!! Nice looking car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbreyer Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Hi Evette. Welcome Brandon. Pardon me while I drool over Evette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z06Addict Posted May 5, 2011 Author Share Posted May 5, 2011 Is it a good idea to tape off joints like between the hood and fender before polishing? Or just try not to fill and clean what does find it's way in the crack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z06Addict Posted May 5, 2011 Author Share Posted May 5, 2011 Thanks to all;) I am new to Adam's but have become a true fan. The first pic was just after the first wash with the two bucket sys and ds... that's all, there is no wax on this car at all....I was amazed. I can't wait to get the americana wax on after the polish job. Thanks for the input:thumbsup: I almost forgot..... should I tape off joints like between the hood and fender before polishing or try no to fill and just clean what does make it's way in? I'm thinking maybe no tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueGenCoupe Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Welcome Brandon. Start with theFMP/white pad. If that doesn't work, step it up to the orange pad and SHR. Again always clay before any polishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Slow Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Hi Evette. Welcome Brandon. Pardon me while I drool over Evette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I almost forgot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I would defiantly give FMP a shot!:2thumbs:Nice Ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill-V8V Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Welcome Brandon! Sweet Car FMP may work on that, best to start with that anyway. If it doesn't look like you want it, step up to the Swirl and Haze Remover. Try a 2' by 2' test area, then move on to the rest of the car :iagree: On the car and the advice And what Frid said, clay it first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Welcome Brandon! Sweet Car FMP may work on that, best to start with that anyway. If it doesn't look like you want it, step up to the Swirl and Haze Remover. Try a 2' by 2' test area, then move on to the rest of the car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDogK-9 Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Nice!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frid Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 wash, clay, and do your test area . Love the car. and WELCOME! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I would like you to meet Evette:glasses:
I know at this point you may be saying "Polish what"..... But she's not perfect.
I'm wondering if I could get away with just the fmp for a job like this... take a look at this.
And here you can see the water spots.
Any advise would be greatly appreciated!!
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