1 Auto Car Wash = 3 hours polishing and waxing!

Discussion in 'Dodge Challenger Cleaning and Detailing Forum' started by Swiftjr, Feb 14, 2015.

  1. Swiftjr

    Swiftjr Full Access Member

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    Oh I thought, what could one "soft touch" car wash hurt. Answer-3 hours to fix the scratches!

    Thank goodness for unseasonably warm weather.

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    I don't know if you can see in this picture, but a LOT of superficial scratches.

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    The trick to polish is to not buff until dry, just foggy.

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    After polish...

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    After Evershine Wax...

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    I learned my lesson!

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    Back to my standards!

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  2. SRT-Tom

    SRT-Tom Well-Known Member Staff Member Super Moderator Article Writer

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    No one can wash a car as good as the owner.
     
  3. Wizard of Iz

    Wizard of Iz Full Access Member

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    I know how you feel!

    Years ago ..... my wife got her '99 Jeep Grand Cherokee washed by a church youth group. The donation she made cost me hours and hours to get the scratches out.
     
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    Shaggy Well-Known Member Staff Member Administrator

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    I always avoid those as I know the kids could careless what they are doing to the car when they are wishing it.

    Your fix wax job turned out great Swift! :iranmaybe: