New Paintwork Advice

speednut · 20-04-2008, 22:13

Will be getting car back on Tuesday after she's been in paintshop getting some remedial work. Whole car will have been machine polished and hopefully should be in much better condition.
Any advice on what products to use and what steps to take to keep paintwork in as pristine condition as possible. Want to make sure I get it right from day 1

Steve

mattbeef · 20-04-2008, 23:02

Start with a good wash technique if you dont already.

Two buckets with a grit guard is important and you need a wash mitt to go with them.

Also get a drying towel for after.

Failing that any type of wax/sealant will maintain the finish. When you pick the car back up ask what they used on it or give us a budget and myself as well as other will be happy to recommend something for you

speednut · 20-04-2008, 23:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattbeef

Start with a good wash technique if you dont already.

Two buckets with a grit guard is important and you need a wash mitt to go with them.

Also get a drying towel for after.

Failing that any type of wax/sealant will maintain the finish. When you pick the car back up ask what they used on it or give us a budget and myself as well as other will be happy to recommend something for you

Nice one cheers for info

Steve

gillywibble · 21-04-2008, 08:25

As mattbeef says. Also when drying, use a quick detailing spray. This helps to lift any remaining dirt from the paintwork and assists in the drying process.

mattbeef · 21-04-2008, 10:23

Ahh how could i forget last touch!
I must use a good half liter when i do mine

20-04-2008, 22:13	#1
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20-04-2008, 23:02	#2
mattbeef Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,335 Thanks: 38 Thanked 114 Times in 113 Posts	Re: New Paintwork Advice Start with a good wash technique if you dont already. Two buckets with a grit guard is important and you need a wash mitt to go with them. Also get a drying towel for after. Failing that any type of wax/sealant will maintain the finish. When you pick the car back up ask what they used on it or give us a budget and myself as well as other will be happy to recommend something for you __________________ I few bits here and there but im happy to Performance Torque Go on click me you know you want to

21-04-2008, 08:25	#4
gillywibble Cuthbert Dibble Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Watching Tom peeping at Lady Godiva. Posts: 5,606 Thanks: 209 Thanked 185 Times in 148 Posts	Re: New Paintwork Advice As mattbeef says. Also when drying, use a quick detailing spray. This helps to lift any remaining dirt from the paintwork and assists in the drying process. __________________ I drink, therefore I spam.

21-04-2008, 10:23	#5
mattbeef Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,335 Thanks: 38 Thanked 114 Times in 113 Posts	Re: New Paintwork Advice Ahh how could i forget last touch! I must use a good half liter when i do mine __________________ I few bits here and there but im happy to Performance Torque Go on click me you know you want to

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