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93VertLX

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Well spring break is only three weeks away and I want to get the car looking nice while I am home. It has some pretty bad oxidation, but is in great shop otherwise, no scratches etc. Anyone know of a good wax that can help me? Thanks.
 
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rod_351

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use #8 meguiars compound then follow that with there polish you may have to repeat it a coupole of times but will look brand new when done follow the polish with your favorite wax. Now the key ios to do it with a buffer. be carefull not to burn through the paint. also depending on what kinda paint it is single stage or base coat clear coat makes a huge difference. if you have any questions pm me ill try to help you.
 

Dark Knight GT

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rod_351 said:
use #8 meguiars compound then follow that with there polish you may have to repeat it a coupole of times but will look brand new when done follow the polish with your favorite wax. Now the key ios to do it with a buffer. be carefull not to burn through the paint. also depending on what kinda paint it is single stage or base coat clear coat makes a huge difference. if you have any questions pm me ill try to help you.
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Ive heard number 8 is very aggressive. Most people use number 9 instead. A claybar might also be a good idea for removing oxidized paint and contaminants that are stuck to your paint.
 

HardmanGT

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What is number 8. It isn't shown in any catalogs that I have
 

Dark Knight GT

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I think he means number 83
 
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