Scratches
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From: Oak Ridge, TN, USA
Zaino will NOT take it out. I don't think there is any difference between Z5 and Z2 as far as swirl marks and scratches. I have not seen Z5 take any small scratches out of my truck. I think the Zaino is great for shine, but not as a scratch and swirl remover.
Like Harley 356 said, you should take it to a professional detailer that has experience buffing and let them try to take them out. If they are that bad and Mequire's ScratchX didn't remove it, the only thing that might work is a buffer.
Like Harley 356 said, you should take it to a professional detailer that has experience buffing and let them try to take them out. If they are that bad and Mequire's ScratchX didn't remove it, the only thing that might work is a buffer.
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From: Huntington Beach/CA
Hey guys
If you can spring for a Porter Cable DA Buffer, i highly recommend one.
Also, pick up some 3M Swirl/Scratch remover.
Strip your paint clean with dawn.
Clay bar it
Dry well...
Take a Yellow Foam Pad and the 3m SR and goto town. Work the area on #7 speed setting. Work the area until the material your applying is gone and you can see the paint. Do a section at a time and most importantly, take your time and allow the machine to do the work for you.
Once you have removed the swirls and light scratches, dawn the truck again. Use a Sea Sponge, this way your less likely to get scratches back in the paint after washing it.
Dry it well.
Then slap on a coat on Z1 then Z5.. I only use micro fibers. I get no swirls while using them. Im also not very impressed with the results of ZFX. I like the old fashion zaino application.
Before i wash my truck, i use my high pressure washer to remove all dirt on the truck. Sure, it takes more time as a prewash, but i feel better about removing as much debris as possible.
Ketchnu:
I need to pickup some more MF towels and want to try some of those waffleweave towels. Currently im using 3 very large MF towels for water removal. Can you send me his price list and contact info? Thanks.
If you can spring for a Porter Cable DA Buffer, i highly recommend one.
Also, pick up some 3M Swirl/Scratch remover.
Strip your paint clean with dawn.
Clay bar it
Dry well...
Take a Yellow Foam Pad and the 3m SR and goto town. Work the area on #7 speed setting. Work the area until the material your applying is gone and you can see the paint. Do a section at a time and most importantly, take your time and allow the machine to do the work for you.
Once you have removed the swirls and light scratches, dawn the truck again. Use a Sea Sponge, this way your less likely to get scratches back in the paint after washing it.
Dry it well.
Then slap on a coat on Z1 then Z5.. I only use micro fibers. I get no swirls while using them. Im also not very impressed with the results of ZFX. I like the old fashion zaino application.
Before i wash my truck, i use my high pressure washer to remove all dirt on the truck. Sure, it takes more time as a prewash, but i feel better about removing as much debris as possible.
Ketchnu:
I need to pickup some more MF towels and want to try some of those waffleweave towels. Currently im using 3 very large MF towels for water removal. Can you send me his price list and contact info? Thanks.
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Joined: Feb 2001
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From: Oak Ridge, TN, USA
A pro detailer would be pretty expensive. I'm sure it would depend on your area. You can find some in the yellow pages. As for buying a PC, here is the best place:
http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/S...220+1029963108
The above site also lists the differences in the model that you read about, the 7424 and the 7336 for example and also explains the different counterweights needed for each use.
http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/S...220+1029963108
The above site also lists the differences in the model that you read about, the 7424 and the 7336 for example and also explains the different counterweights needed for each use.