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Old 07-21-2006, 03:09 AM
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Default Detailing routine feedback needed.

I am working on a 9 year old neglected black 540i. Here's the routine I want to use -- feedback needed.

Wash, Clay, Wash
Menzerna IP, FPII, Fin Touch Glaze, FMJ.
Porter cable use.

Do I need to use GEPC prior to the glaze? I know that GEPC is just a conditioner, not a filler like the Glaze, didn't know if it would help the paint.

What experience do you have with the glaze? Does it help hide stuff and/or improve shine/gloss/depth?

If you have other routine changes/ideas, let me have 'em.
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Old 07-21-2006, 04:22 AM
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I would skip the Glaze because I personally think its a pain to use. If you do use it do it by hand
Old 07-21-2006, 07:50 AM
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Default Glaze will enhance the gloss and hide minor imperfections....

on a 9 yr old car (obviously dependant on how it was maintained) but i'm assuming it's going to need a serious cut.

If it's in the shape that I think it is...

Compound, IP, FPII, Glaze, FMJ x 2.
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I like Red Moose Glaze when I go the glaze route
Old 07-21-2006, 01:33 PM
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Default Do you have a favorite glaze?

I have heard a lot about the 3M IHG. Is it better to stay consistent and use the Menzerna Glaze?

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Default Re: I like Red Moose Glaze when I go the glaze route

Does it look good on black?
Old 07-23-2006, 04:33 PM
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Default very good on dark colors... here is an m3 I did

I know that after I polished this car I used the Red Moose followed by ClearKote Carnuba Moose Wax

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