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I'm prepping my car for sale, so I'm going to be detailing it. (Claying, Polishing, Waxing) My question concerns polishing: I have very limited experience with polishing. How much (if any) paint should be on the pad after rubbing it in? I did a test spot on my red car, and there was some red color on the pad. I realize this is probably normal since polish is abrasive, but how much is too much? I don't want to ruin the paint.
I'm prepping my car for sale, so I'm going to be detailing it. (Claying, Polishing, Waxing) My question concerns polishing: I have very limited experience with polishing. How much (if any) paint should be on the pad after rubbing it in? I did a test spot on my red car, and there was some red color on the pad. I realize this is probably normal since polish is abrasive, but how much is too much? I don't want to ruin the paint.
Thanks
How long has it been since the last detail, Aunttuna?
Red oxidation on the rag should be expected if the paint has been even slightly neglected, especially with red paint. Also, removing that oxidation will reward you with a much clearer shine for the sale.
Pay attention to the paint, not the rag - apply light pressure - just enough to lift and move the paint, not so much you pick it up and the rag absorbs it - it takes some practice, but its not difficult. Notice the paint come to life as you apply light pressure, and don't worry about what the rag picks up. Also, remember to wax after you polish - protect that freshly polished paint!
Well if your pad had the color on it then your dealing with a single stage paint job. How are you polishing, by hand, DA, rotary? Also what product are you using?
Not sure about liquid diamond but it's important to know that companies (and probably some of the responders here) pretty much use the term "polish" and "wax" interchangably. We both know there is a big difference. What they call a polish may be a wax.
...but if you see paint lifting off, then it must be a true polish.
Well if your selling the car and happy with the results your getting, then keep going! No need to buy new stuff. I remember seeing the product on info commercials on tv a few years ago. And I am going to say your not going to go through the paint doing it by hand (given your not concentrated on one small spot for hours). Your going to get the color on your pad as it is a single stage. I get a ton on my pads when I use the rotary on older cars. Best of luck!
Well, I finally did everything today. Between claying, polishing and waxing, the whole thing took about 6 hours...but it was well worth. The paint looks awesome! Smooth as glass
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