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Paint Detailing

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by Greg Nichols, Jan 3, 2008.

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  1. Greg Nichols

    Greg Nichols Formula Junior

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    What does everyone do to keep their paint in outstanding condition? If you personally do the work, what is your process? If you have a "pro" do it, how often do you have them work on your car(s), and what process do they use?

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  2. mgtr1990

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    Bit of both I get it professionally detailed probably three or four times a year an do the wash and touch up myself as needed.
     
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    Mike C F1 Veteran Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    Same here, though I just drive mine on weekends in San Diego. So once or twice a year for a major professional detail job. Then my philosophy is to touch the paint as little as possible with anything beyond a soft cotton cloth, and to keep the car dry except for quick detailing.

    The crew at Symbolic Motors here in San Diego does a great job - dual-orbital buffer, carnauba liquid.

    I do a quick detail (Griot's Speed Shine or Meguiars Quick Detailer) after every drive, and wash the wheels and lower metalwork every couple of weeks.
     

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