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Old 08-27-17, 09:03 AM
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Im going to dive and try this as I've finally gotten the pain correction down. I have a few questions though. I currently use CG's Black Light on my car. Im not even sure if it's considered a "wax" or a polish. If anyone is familiar with this, does it need to be removed? Next question is, I have a 2016, garage kept with 6500 miles. is an iron remover needed still? I plan on ordering Crystal Serum as the coating.
Old 08-27-17, 09:25 AM
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Use iron remover if you need it, I would still clay the car afterwards prior to paint correction for better results.

I think the cg black light is a filler used to cover up defects.
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Originally Posted by k20trick
Use iron remover if you need it, I would still clay the car afterwards prior to paint correction for better results.

I think the cg black light is a filler used to cover up defects.
Two questions:

1. Does the black light need to be removed
2. How do I know if I need Iron remover? lol
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YES blacklight is a sealant.

Proceed as follows:

- Wash Vehicle
- Decontaminate Vehicle using claybar (may use chemicals such as fallout remover and tar remover if you believe it is necessary, otherwise clay will suffice)
- correct paint if needed
- if correction is not needed, you still need to do a light machine polish to ensure all products have been removed from the paint
- thoroughly wipe with solvent (IPA or similar)
- apply ceramic coating
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Originally Posted by zmcgovern4
YES blacklight is a sealant.

Proceed as follows:

- Wash Vehicle
- Decontaminate Vehicle using claybar (may use chemicals such as fallout remover and tar remover if you believe it is necessary, otherwise clay will suffice)
- correct paint if needed
- if correction is not needed, you still need to do a light machine polish to ensure all products have been removed from the paint
- thoroughly wipe with solvent (IPA or similar)
- apply ceramic coating
What do I polish with? Something like Griots fast cream?
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Also, is this needed?Gtechniq PW Panel Wipe Residue Remover?

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Sorry for all the questions, if someone would kindly answer the last two so I can order. Thanks.
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