Chadley Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 This will be my first time to correct my truck's paint. 2006 Black Dodge Ram, daily driver, lives outside 100% of the time. I think I've done my homework but would appreciate your feed back and suggestions. The plan in order: 2 Bucket wash using car shampoo Clay bar with detail spray Swirl killer w/Correcting Polish Swirl killer w/Finishing Polish Revive Hand polish Swirl killer w/ Paint sealant New Ceramic boost What did I miss, or what would you recommend? Can I use the Correcting polish on my headlight lens? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SumBeach35 Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 (edited) I would use strip wash if you have it. If not add some APC to the car wash solution. I also like to do iron decontamination prior to the strip wash using wheel cleaner. Being black you won't see the color change but 5 minutes should be a good dwell time. I'd also skip the revive hand polish unless it is only planned for the area that the SK can't reach. The headlights can be corrected but depending on severity , may not give you the results you desire. Wet sanding would be better if they are in rough shape. Make sure to take pictures. Edited February 24, 2017 by SumBeach35 LT1xL82 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 fshelton79 Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 (edited) So there is no ideal step between finishing polish and paint sealant? Edited February 24, 2017 by fshelton79 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 GXPaycheck Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 So there is no ideal step between finishing polish and paint sealant? Maybe an alcohol wipe to get rid of leftover polish. SumBeach35, LT1xL82 and falcaineer 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SumBeach35 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 So there is no ideal step between finishing polish and paint sealant? Isopropyl alcohol wipedown or if someone wants to use a prepackaged product, the Coating Prep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 rkj4243 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 This will be my first time to correct my truck's paint. 2006 Black Dodge Ram, daily driver, lives outside 100% of the time. I think I've done my homework but would appreciate your feed back and suggestions. The plan in order: 2 Bucket wash using car shampoo Clay bar with detail spray Swirl killer w/Correcting Polish Swirl killer w/Finishing Polish Revive Hand polish Swirl killer w/ Paint sealant New Ceramic boost What did I miss, or what would you recommend? Can I use the Correcting polish on my headlight lens? If you don't have All Purpose Cleaner to use in the wash bucket, it isn't a deal breaker as you are going to clay after washing, and polishing will remove any "old" product that may have been on the truck. You will not need the Revive Hand Polish, and the Correcting and Finishing Polishes should get the vehicle corrected and very shiny by themselves, and the Swirl Killer should cover and take care of any of the panels and areas of your Ram. You can also use Correcting Polish on the headlights, and also Finishing Polish and then apply the Paint Sealant to them too to keep them shiny and protected. Just remember that being black, it may take a few passes to get the finish in the condition you want it to be. Take your time, but the results will be well worthwhile! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mathews31 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 So there is no ideal step between finishing polish and paint sealant? Its probably not a bad idea to even go the extra step and do another wash with strip wash...it probably wouldn't hurt.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 LT1xL82 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 Really good advice in the previous posts. P.S. We love pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Nathan Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 (edited) Revive hand polish is completely unnecessary, if you're finish is pad get the heavy compound and microfiber pad, if not then use correcting polish, if you want the finish to shine more use finishing polish, but it probably isn't worth it on daily drivers. No need the wipe off between polishes but after polish wipe before applying ceramic boost, or as I would recommend paint sealant or a ceramic coating. And YES! After polishing you NEED to apply a wax or sealant or coating, no need and I would not recommend washing. Just buff off the residue. Edited February 25, 2017 by Nathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mc2hill Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 Several have suggested an alcohol wipe down after the polish, but using the Revive Hand Polish does the same thing. The 'polishing' part of Revive is done with chemicals, not abrasives, so it is a great paint cleaner. It is great for non-metallic dark colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chadley Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 So there is no ideal step between finishing polish and paint sealant? Not sure I understand this question. Are you saying I don't need any wax between finishing and sealing? Thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chadley Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 Wow! thanks, great guidance and suggestions everyone. If I read everyone correctly the general consensus is: I should use a strip wash I do not need Revive or wax between the finishing polish and the paint sealant. Is this where I should do the alcohol rub instead? Since my head light are in bad shape I should wet sand first? (I'll have to study on this, not sure how) I will be posting pictures - most likely next weekend, we should be back in the 80s by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 LT1xL82 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 Several have suggested an alcohol wipe down after the polish, but using the Revive Hand Polish does the same thing. The 'polishing' part of Revive is done with chemicals, not abrasives, so it is a great paint cleaner. It is great for non-metallic dark colors. Revive sure is a great paint cleaner! I lean heavily towards using IPA after the last polish...even Revive Polish. It is a rather fast and easy. IPA with a white towel often times will reveal the freshly polished surface has residual polish on it. Chadley 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 (edited) Agreed with iso wipe down between polish and seal. A 50/50 solution with the blue waffle towel works great. Couple other points... - Recommend you VRT the trim after the strip wash, before you start polishing. It'll make removing any polish or sealant you get on the trim super easy at the end, then touch up the trim at the very end, too. - Also, you don't necessarily have to use the boost (or HGG, being my preference) right after you seal. The sealant will look great on its own for a daily. Applying the boost/HGG every 3-4 washes, or even every couple months would be sufficient. Edited February 25, 2017 by falcaineer Norton and Chadley 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chadley Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 (edited) Okay, revised plan Strip wash clay bar VRT correcting polish finishing polish ISO wipe down Paint sealant ?__________? I want as much shine as I can get. So what goes here? after watching Adam's video on layering I'm trying to choose between Brilliant glaze or the New Ceramic Boost. https://www.youtube.com/embed/GMhuxowbakg" Edited February 25, 2017 by Chadley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 stripesace Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 after watching Adam's video on layering I'm trying to choose between Brilliant glaze or the New Ceramic Boost. https://www.youtube.com/embed/GMhuxowbakg" Ceramic Boost will offer some protection. Brilliant Glaze will just give you ridiculous shine that won't last long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SumBeach35 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 Quite a few people will suggest brilliant glaze then paint sealant. Sealant will lock in the glaze. After sealant, there are a lot of options depending on what you have available. Some will say a layer of wax like Patriot or Americana then at next wash apply H2O Gaurd and gloss. I would say after sealant apply wax like Patriot or Americana then top with ceramic boost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 Not sure how I missed it, but would add not to forget about doing your wheels and tires. TRC and WC are awesome products, but depending on condition or product availability, APC and CS can work in their place, respectively. Like many others, I like to do the wheels and tires at the beginning. Assuming you aren't coating them, you can apply PS to your wheels for added protection when you're on that step for the rest of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chadley Posted March 13, 2017 Author Share Posted March 13, 2017 Finally got started yesterday. Not enough day light to complete the whole truck on ly the hood and front quarter panels Strip wash clay bar with Chocolate mint Detail spray ( smelled great, but I like the original better) wheels and wheel wells / Vrt & in-out spray Correcting polish - Microfiber pad Correcting polish - orange foam pad Finishing polish - White foam pad Alcohol wipe down - the shine after this was crazy, really impressed me! Revive hand polish LPS Brillant glaze Thanks everyone for all the advise. I haven't figured out the best way to photograph the paint before and after yet but I still have over half the truck left to do - updates to follow. krea1975, falcaineer, 8675309'SS and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 shane@detailedreflections Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Looks fantastic. If you top it with wax, it'll help make the glaze last a little bit longer. It's a great last step product. And keeping it waxed will help preserve the sealant a bit. Nice work! Chadley 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Chadley 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Chadley
This will be my first time to correct my truck's paint. 2006 Black Dodge Ram, daily driver, lives outside 100% of the time.
I think I've done my homework but would appreciate your feed back and suggestions.
The plan in order:
2 Bucket wash using car shampoo
Clay bar with detail spray
Swirl killer w/Correcting Polish
Swirl killer w/Finishing Polish
Revive Hand polish
Swirl killer w/ Paint sealant
New Ceramic boost
What did I miss, or what would you recommend? Can I use the Correcting polish on my headlight lens?
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