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rmpackers · 08-11-2009, 11:41 AM

Moose, my RJT had a tiny rock chip during transport on the hood. The Dealership is repainting entire hood next week. Should I wait 30 days before I wax again? I know the factory bakes it hot enough that you don't need to wait, but what about a paint shop like this, thoughts?
PS: Love the dog, and stop in Lincoln on your way to Grand Island and help me with my car and I'll feed you!!!

Moose · 08-11-2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by rmpackers

Moose, my RJT had a tiny rock chip during transport on the hood. The Dealership is repainting entire hood next week. Should I wait 30 days before I wax again? I know the factory bakes it hot enough that you don't need to wait, but what about a paint shop like this, thoughts?
PS: Love the dog, and stop in Lincoln on your way to Grand Island and help me with my car and I'll feed you!!!

I think I'd follow your line of thinking and give it a good month to allow the paint to fully "cure" before waxing.

Better safe than sorry.

Just keep it clean, and avoid adding any new chips!

Ed

Rtoups · 08-11-2009, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Moose

I only use MF for interior detailing. For drying and polish removal, Zaino's "Blond Towels" are the best.

Ok I'll give them a try. I've only used them as buffing towels, but I'll try to dry my car with them. I'll probably have to buy another pack.

NAHURRY · 08-11-2009, 05:58 PM

Good stuff in here Ed. Thanks!

Moose · 08-11-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by in a hurry

Good stuff in here Ed. Thanks!

My pleasure buddy!

Always enjoy helping fellow Camaro enthusiasts (or any car enthusiast for that matter) in any way I can.

strshp5 · 08-11-2009, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Moose

I've learned to "DUCK!" being a Cowboys fan in Eagles territory!

"Avoiding swirls" ;

First "tip" - the more you touch the paint surface, re; washing, polishing, etc., the more opportunities for swirls, etc.

* ALWAYS rinse the car very well prior to washing
* ALWAYS use a clean wash mitt (sheepskin or chenile)
* ALWAYS use the proper towels for drying/polish removal (I like the "blond" towels offered by Zaino)
* ALWAYS use a good quality applicator for applying polish

* Follow the directions provided by Zaino for application and removal of Zaino
(top to bottom on sides/front to back on top body panels)
(you should not apply much pressure applying/removing polish)

* DRYING after washing
- remove spray nozzle on hose and let water sheet away during rinsing
- fold towel in half, lay on paint surface, and pull towards you, using NO pressure

* NEVER use a spray detailer if too much dust/dirt has accumulated on paint surface
* NEVER wash/dry in direct sunlight or during high temps.

Stripes;

* TAKE your time
* When washing, move sponge along edges, never across
* When applying polish, never go over edges - apply along edges

I hope those tips will be of some help. If not, please let me know.

Ed

hello moose thanks for all the advice. i have a couple questions can you zaino the flat black rally stripes which products should i use, also what about dried bug splatter that didnt come off during wash will the clay take care of it or should i use bug and tar remover.also can you use zaino on the midnight silver wheels.

thanks again
ps. i have cgm. john

fmdog44 · 08-12-2009, 08:35 AM

Tip on swirls: if you don't have any, you will if you use lambs wool to buff and if you buff make sure you use a cleaner/glaze polish formulated especially for power buffing. Bottom line on buffing-screw it. You can't get any better results than doing it by hand. You risk too much if you are not good with it. Keep in mind all edges have less coating thickness than flat surfaces to when you a spinning on an edge or radius top you don't want to wear out your welcome there ie., fast pass only.

Moose · 08-12-2009, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by strshp5

hello moose thanks for all the advice. i have a couple questions can you zaino the flat black rally stripes which products should i use, also what about dried bug splatter that didnt come off during wash will the clay take care of it or should i use bug and tar remover.also can you use zaino on the midnight silver wheels.

thanks again
ps. i have cgm. john

Hi!

Stripes; If you're going to Zaino the stripes, use Zaino Z-2.
Bugs; Clay will remove them. I also use 'Stoners' Bug/Tar Remover during washing.
Wheels; ABSOLUTELY! Zaino them!

Ed

Moose · 08-12-2009, 09:24 AM

Folks,

I'll be away for a couple of weeks. I'll do my best to check in and answer any questions.

Ed

quickc · 08-12-2009, 04:18 PM

Ed, I took delivery of a 2010 Camaro a few weeks ago.. Paint is Red Jewel Tin Coat. A local detail shop says I should have them put a paint sealer on soon. What are your thoughts about doing this?

quickc

Optimus Prime · 08-12-2009, 06:18 PM

Wow Ed, this thread is awesome! Much appreciated. Just one quick question. I've noticed you recommend Zaino, with good reason from all I've heard about it. But a buddy of mine who owns a local auto shop recommended the Turtle Wax ICE car polish, said it did an amazing job. So I picked it up, along with the ICE car wash. What do you think of that line?

swihl · 08-18-2009, 03:11 AM

I was a car salesman for ten years and the stuff is B.S. They guaranty it for 5 years but there are so many ways for them to NOT fix it if something does happen. It's just different kinds of waxes in different box's. Parma-Plate, xzylon, it's all gimmicky junk. Wax it yourself.

I always felt stupid offering that stuff to customers. "It's a clear coat for inside the vehicle! It's amazing!" Well if it's so amazing why are you offering to reupholster my car if there is a coffee stain that won't come out? How great can it be? LOL!

In a perfect world I would have the car wet sanded to get rid of GM's awful "orange peel" and throw 5 layers of clear coat on it! But for that kind of money I could just buy another camaro to tow behind my camaro. LOL!

swihl · 08-18-2009, 03:38 AM

Another great tip for feeling for inperfections in the paint: take the celephane wrapper from a pack of cigarettes and wear in on your hand like a mitten, slide your hand along the surface of the car, you will feel all of the grit and bumps that you can't feel with your bare hand. It is UNBELIEVABLE how much crap is in your paint before you clay bar it

Matt'sSS · 08-18-2009, 10:34 AM

Ok, so I've decided to go a mix on the car wash products. I really liked the Mr Clean Auto Dry wash system since it sheets the water off well (When I lived in OR we were on well water that had a TON of minerals (across from a several hundred acre farmer's field) and had VERY bad water spot problems, and the Mr Clean system worked wonderfully for a quick dry.

I also used a water blade along with it, and that I am undecided on... I would wash the car with a good mit (ordering Mother's lambskin washmit) & a clean bucket of water to rinse, using the Mr Clean to spray on soap and rinse it off, then run the waterblade to pull 99% of the water that did not sheet off leaving VERY little to dry.

Is the water blade bad if you've washed every inch of the car carefully?

08-11-2009, 11:41 AM	#113
rmpackers Ride this Chevy Drives: 2010 RJT RS Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 1,575	Moose, my RJT had a tiny rock chip during transport on the hood. The Dealership is repainting entire hood next week. Should I wait 30 days before I wax again? I know the factory bakes it hot enough that you don't need to wait, but what about a paint shop like this, thoughts? PS: Love the dog, and stop in Lincoln on your way to Grand Island and help me with my car and I'll feed you!!! __________________ NFL OWNR I love the smell of new car in the morning!

08-12-2009, 06:18 PM	#123
Optimus Prime Drives: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 728	Wow Ed, this thread is awesome! Much appreciated. Just one quick question. I've noticed you recommend Zaino, with good reason from all I've heard about it. But a buddy of mine who owns a local auto shop recommended the Turtle Wax ICE car polish, said it did an amazing job. So I picked it up, along with the ICE car wash. What do you think of that line? __________________ Current: 2014 BRM 2SS/RS 1LE w/NAV, NPP, Recaros Former garage: 2010 IBM Camaro 2SS/RS 6M 2011 Avalanche LT

08-18-2009, 03:11 AM	#124
swihl Drives: 2004 GTO Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA. Posts: 8	Don't get the dealer "clear coat" protection. I was a car salesman for ten years and the stuff is B.S. They guaranty it for 5 years but there are so many ways for them to NOT fix it if something does happen. It's just different kinds of waxes in different box's. Parma-Plate, xzylon, it's all gimmicky junk. Wax it yourself. I always felt stupid offering that stuff to customers. "It's a clear coat for inside the vehicle! It's amazing!" Well if it's so amazing why are you offering to reupholster my car if there is a coffee stain that won't come out? How great can it be? LOL! In a perfect world I would have the car wet sanded to get rid of GM's awful "orange peel" and throw 5 layers of clear coat on it! But for that kind of money I could just buy another camaro to tow behind my camaro. LOL!

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Matt'sSS From 2 door to 5 door Drives: C5 Vert->CGM SS RS M6->SRT8 Magnum Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 600 View My Garage	Ok, so I've decided to go a mix on the car wash products. I really liked the Mr Clean Auto Dry wash system since it sheets the water off well (When I lived in OR we were on well water that had a TON of minerals (across from a several hundred acre farmer's field) and had VERY bad water spot problems, and the Mr Clean system worked wonderfully for a quick dry. I also used a water blade along with it, and that I am undecided on... I would wash the car with a good mit (ordering Mother's lambskin washmit) & a clean bucket of water to rinse, using the Mr Clean to spray on soap and rinse it off, then run the waterblade to pull 99% of the water that did not sheet off leaving VERY little to dry. Is the water blade bad if you've washed every inch of the car carefully?