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Dec 18, 2003

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Put wax first or polish first?

I tried searching but I couldn't find the answer. Do you put coat of wax first or coat of polish first? Thanks in advance!

Dec 18, 2003

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polish first.....it brings out the shine, then wax over top of it to protect it.

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Thanks I am going to do it tomorrow!

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i swear by this method:
wash
paint cleaner
paint polish
carnuba wax (2 coats)

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yeah, i use paint cleaner too.....but only twice a yr, cuz it starts to build up.

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Originally posted by FALKEN
i swear by this method:
wash
paint cleaner
paint polish
carnuba wax (2 coats)

uh, uhem, my brotherly Sedan owner... You've forgotten something very crucial.

CLAY BAR. If you've never tried it, you should.

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Yea the clay bar will make the paint as smooth as glass. Make sure you dont polish the car too often. Maybe every two months.

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what cleaner, polish, and wax do u use FALKEN or anyone?? where does the clay bar fit in that order of steps

Jan 21, 2004

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i use meguiars 3-step system...

heres my detailing order:
wash
paint cleaner
clay bar
polish
carnuba wax
carnuba wax

Jan 21, 2004

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i should be able to get the meguiars paint cleaner at like pep boys right?

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yes, all of these are available there

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Muguiars 3 step is the nbest and is aesy to buff.
ALso rain -X the windows for the ultimate smothe car.

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