lstevennl

I noticed the wax itself was black but is this safe to use?

SweetJazz

Sorry, I'm not too familiar with this product line. However, I am curious about how a company can target just black finishes with this product (marketing 101 I guess). Also, I am not happy with just a pre-cleaner and no polishing step. It is probably fine for your car if you don't need much paint correction. I would be more inclined to use an all-in-one type of product like XMT360, Opimum Poli-Seal, or Meguiars M66/D151.

lstevennl

I want to do some minor correction, but is that possible with the meguiars 3 step process without a buffer/polisher( meguiars 3 step which includes cleaner then polisher then the carnuaba)

exceldetail

Theres not a whole lot of "correction" attainable without a PC. Although aggressive hand pads are your first recourse. That maroon 2nd step product wont get you veru far. When you start speaking of correction, you can pretty much throw that consumer line out the door.

lstevennl

help me get started, what do you recommend for minor swirls and a full detail

exceldetail

Correction entails a comittment to a PC......interested?

lstevennl

im interested. i just want to bring the best out of the paint the right way

exceldetail

PC 7424
Opt Hyper Compound (4oz) Just in case you need to tackle something a little extreme
Opt Compound 8oz for your average wash and dry induced swirls
Opt pol 8oz for very light maintenance
Opt Finish Polish for dark colors.
Four Star Ult Paint Protectant as a base protectant (2 layers initially)
Optimum Spray Wax for a once monthly base boost
Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer for weekly use
Erasure Polishing Kit (Orange, White and red 5.5")
Backing plate 5".

And that.............is just the paint.
Some other things to consider....
Wash articles, MF's, drying towels, wheels and tire care, interior....wow, the list can certainly go on and on.....
Im the last to push you over your budget edge though....you/we can piece meal it, or put something all together for you, your choice.
Normally what I like to do is put together 'basics", like the first segment. Then let your supplies grow as time and money allows......

lstevennl

how much would this run me just for that basic kit? and how long should this last me

Bearcat94

I'm guessing the TW Black stuff relies on filling in most minor swirls and/or scratches.

lstevennl

is it possible to remove light swirl marks by using the excel hand polishing system?

exceldetail

Light swirls, yes.....Thats why they are available...

lstevennl

i would like to try hand polishing first before getting a pc. can you help me set up a package that would help me with light swirls?

exceldetail

PC 7424
Opt Hyper Compound (4oz) Just in case you need to tackle something a little extreme
Opt Compound 8oz for your average wash and dry induced swirls
Opt pol 8oz for very light maintenance
Opt Finish Polish for dark colors.
Four Star Ult Paint Protectant as a base protectant (2 layers initially)
Optimum Spray Wax for a once monthly base boost
Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer for weekly use
Erasure Polishing Kit (Orange, White and red 5.5")
Retails around $259, minus your discount, plus S/H.

lstevennl

what do you recommend as far as hand polishing? pad, product,etc? I want to start off small before i purchase a pc from you