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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 03:08 AM
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The thing is that I let let a pro wax my car and what turned out that he wasnt a pro. The car had little scratches all ower it when i got it back. I was thinking if there was a possibilitu to get those scratches off. Those scratches are not visable normally but when I stand under a light they are visable. Do you think a hard wax could do the job?
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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 03:15 AM
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I got the same thing, a lot of tiny scrathes that are visible if you look really close.

If they are like mine they should go away with some polishing.
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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 03:53 AM
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Your detailer induced swirls during the wash or polishing phase. To get them out will require an abrasive polish with a rotary or DA buffer/polisher. Check out detailcity.com forums for additional info and techniques.
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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 06:51 AM
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Just because he did a **** poor job doesn't mean he's not a pro... Most of the "professional" wax jobs that I've seen SUCK. Do yourself a favor and invest some time into learning some good care care maintenance and waxing/polishing techniques. Meguiars has an excellent website with a TON of DIY tips and techniques. Once you practice and master these techniques, you'll not only save yourself a ton of money, but you'll have a finish on your car that very few "professionals" can match

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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 07:01 AM
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Guys I'm moving this to the detailing forum. Please search for 'swirl' and 'scratches' in this forum and you'll find loads of threads with great advice.
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Old Oct 14, 2006 | 08:31 AM
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Thx for the tips.
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Old Oct 16, 2006 | 11:57 PM
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Sounds like your "pro" detailer certainly wasn't a pro. You'll need to polish that out by hand or by PC. Check out the results we were able to get at the CL Meguiar's detailing day:

Before:


After: Left side by hand using Scratch X topped with NXT and the right side using a PC with #80 topped with NXT:
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Old Oct 31, 2006 | 08:21 PM
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sweet mother of god that looks GOOD!
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Old Nov 4, 2006 | 03:37 PM
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can we get that same result using meguires by hand, like the scratch x , and polish, an glaze, and wax, or is it a must to have the PC and some abrasives.
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can we use clay bars on black cars, i mean i can see my finger marks if i rub my hand on the car, so im thinking that if i use a clay bar, then it will make it wose, so some help please
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Old Nov 5, 2006 | 07:08 PM
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First wash your car with dawn dish soap, that will remove all of the wax from the vehicle. If you can still see the scratches then use a clay bar, be sure to keep the area moist with the lubricant. This will take a couple of hours but is well worth it. Once done apply a high quality wax by hand. I have owned several black cars and this has been done by me yearly with outstanding results.
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Old Nov 5, 2006 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by GSspeed
can we get that same result using meguires by hand, like the scratch x , and polish, an glaze, and wax, or is it a must to have the PC and some abrasives.
and also
can we use clay bars on black cars, i mean i can see my finger marks if i rub my hand on the car, so im thinking that if i use a clay bar, then it will make it wose, so some help please
The left side of the after pic above was done by hand using Scratch X, so it can be done. It will take you a while (a LONG while) and your arms will probably feel like spaghetti afterwards. A PC is a worthwhile investment IMHO.

And yes, a clay bar can be used on black cars.
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Originally Posted by SDLexus
And yes, a clay bar can be used on black cars.
Just make sure to keep it WELL LUBRICATED or you'll end up with streaks on your paint that you'll need to use scratch-x or similar to take out. Don't intend this comment to discourage you from using the clay (do it, I recommend it), just make sure to be careful because Lexus 202 black onyx (especially) will pick up marks if you don't do it right. Voice of experience.
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