Ydtrack Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 I just picked up a black Trailblazer SS from a little old man and it is going to need some love. This is my first black car in many years, mostly because of the heat and dust/dirt where I live. The TBSS is going to need some paint correction, as while it was extremely well taken care of, it does have some light swirling that will need to be dealt with. I have been using Zaino on my other cars, but am looking for something a little better for the TBSS. I plan to wash and clay bar to start with, then get into the paint correcting combo. I have a Griot's 6" random orbital and was going to add the 6" gen 5 pad bundle. My biggest question is where to go after the paint correction? I was looking at the liquid paint sealant, but don't know if a wax like Americana would be good for a black car in the desert heat. It will be primarily garaged and reserved for weekend getaways, but I may drive it to work now and again. Any inputs would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 First off Welcome! You are correct the Americana would do the best job on your black....And I would go one step further I would apply a coat oh BG before the Americana. That combo will give you a nice wet look. b_pappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) Welcome to the Forum. A sealant will give you more durability than a wax in the desert heat. However it needs to be applied directly to your paint after correction and removal of polishing oils. Then you can top it with wax if you choose to do so. http://www.adamsforums.com/topic/14851-faq-whats-the-best-wax-for-black-paint/ Edited September 23, 2015 by LFairbanks b_pappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Welcome Craig! There are lots folks on here that have had a TBSS, including the gone, but not forgotten Shine Doc Dylan. For an example of what your TBS can look like, go to post #9 of this thread (have a towel handy to wipe up the drool!!! ) - Which of Adams products gives the wet look shine to black paint? b_pappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashley@Adams Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Welcome Craig and congrats on your SS! If it were me, I would clay, polish, seal with the LPS and then top it off with Americana Paste Wax. You can also add the BG in between. This will give you the most durability and a fantastic finish. The Guz and b_pappy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 Thanks for all the inputs, that is the exact shine I am looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkj4243 Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Welcome Craig, Be sure to post before and after pictures of your TBSS during the process! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_pappy Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Welcome, you'll love your TBSS, they are fantastic. Above replies were spot on, full correction, sealant, then wax & BG. Not sure where in the high desert you are, but I'm in Northridge if I can be of help. We've got an '07 TBSS that's my wifes. Bruce Ydtrack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) Thanks Bruce, I am in the Antelope Valley and working at Edwards Air Force Base. I may take the TBSS down to Northridge on my next trip to REI. I will definitely take some before and after pictures. Edited September 23, 2015 by Ydtrack b_pappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_pappy Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Craig, Right across the street from Rydell Chevrolet! Great dealer to deal with. Feel free to drop me a note or call wwhen you're coming down. Bruce 818.621.1423 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 (edited) Craig, Right across the street from Rydell Chevrolet! Great dealer to deal with. Feel free to drop me a note or call wwhen you're coming down. Bruce 818.621.1423 Will let you know. We got our Tahoe from Rydell, definitely better than the stealership up here. Edited September 23, 2015 by Ydtrack b_pappy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted September 24, 2015 Share Posted September 24, 2015 Welcome to the forum Craig! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan@Adams Posted September 24, 2015 Share Posted September 24, 2015 (edited) Welcome! I too had a black TBSS as a daily driver for over 5 years, and I still miss it! While Pennsylvania doesn't have the extremes of desert heat, it does get incredibly humid here in the summer months, and I had no problems at all with the Brilliant Glaze and Americana combo. The results were always stellar! If you want some added protection, Liquid Paint Sealant is the most durable product offered by Adam's, and you could always follow it up with BG and Americana or Patriot paste wax for that awesome, deep wet shine H2O Guard & Gloss is quickly becoming my new favorite product, so that's another option too! Edited September 24, 2015 by Dan@Adams Ydtrack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted September 24, 2015 Author Share Posted September 24, 2015 Great looking TBSS! I ordered all my Adam's supplies yesterday, looking forward to getting started! Dan@Adams 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan@Adams Posted September 24, 2015 Share Posted September 24, 2015 Awesome! Let us know if you have any questions! Ydtrack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natch02 Posted September 25, 2015 Share Posted September 25, 2015 Welcome Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wely324 Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Welcome, black TBSS is one of my favorite vehicles I have owned! Post up pics when it is all clean and shiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 (edited) OK, I am officially addicted to Adam's Polishes! Before, during and After!! Clayed, polished, sealed with the Liquid Paint Sealant, Brilliant Glazed then topped off with Americana Paste Wax. Edited October 18, 2015 by Ydtrack b_pappy and Dan@Adams 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan@Adams Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Love it! I'm not sure if maybe you applied it after these pictures were taken, but just in case, have you considered any Super VRT or Tire Shine for the tires? SVRT worked great on all of the rubber window trim, wiper cowl, side mirror arms, rear bumper plastic step and lower insert, and the satellite radio antenna on the roof on mine when I had it. Here's a great kit to scrub the tires with APC and then dress them with SVRT to give the tires a nice satin, semi-gloss clean look: http://adamspolishes.com/shop/kits/adam-s-tire-trim-combo.html Or if you want more shine to your tires, this TIre Shine Refill Kit will last you a long time! http://adamspolishes.com/shop/kits/adam-s-tire-shine-refill-kit.html Ydtrack 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 Thanks Dan, next on my list of things to do is the trim, tires and wheels. I already have the tire & trim kit and the wheel cleaning kit in my cart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_pappy Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Did you remove the grill and lights to polish, or did you swap out the headlights too? Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted October 19, 2015 Author Share Posted October 19, 2015 Originally left them in, but I hit one with the polisher and scratched it, so I removed the headlights and tail lights. Now I have to buff out one of the headlight capsules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markpetersonii Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 Welcome, the TBSS looks great! I wanted to get one for the longest time, I still kind of do. I'm actually going to be moving out to Twentynine Palms in May, I thought that's where you might be when I saw High Desert, but I guess you're out on Edwards. Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ydtrack Posted October 28, 2015 Author Share Posted October 28, 2015 Welcome, the TBSS looks great! I wanted to get one for the longest time, I still kind of do. I'm actually going to be moving out to Twentynine Palms in May, I thought that's where you might be when I saw High Desert, but I guess you're out on Edwards. Haha 29 Stumps? Marine? TBSS's are out there, you just have to find a nice one. This one was from the original owner with low mileage, but it still has some minor issues I had to fix, the paint being one of the biggest issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markpetersonii Posted October 28, 2015 Share Posted October 28, 2015 29 Stumps? Marine? TBSS's are out there, you just have to find a nice one. This one was from the original owner with low mileage, but it still has some minor issues I had to fix, the paint being one of the biggest issues. Yep, Marine. I'm just happy to be going back to California. I missed it so much. I'm not a East Coast kind of guy. I've looked at a couple and know what to look for in getting one, I'm just looking for the right one, if it comes along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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