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Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-24-2021, 10:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,845
Posted By Merlin
^ Agreed With proper preparation I can make...

^ Agreed

With proper preparation I can make a $3 can of Walmart wax look great!

Quality ceramic coatings offer durability and longevity to the Last Step Product (LSP) stage.
As stated in the...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 08-26-2018, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,284
Posted By Merlin
Wet sanding is not needed! A light fine polish...

Wet sanding is not needed! A light fine polish and a "soft" foam pad on a Dual Action (DA) polisher will remove a ceramic coating.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-29-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,245
Posted By Merlin
A Porter Cable 7424xp should be fine to resolve...

A Porter Cable 7424xp should be fine to resolve your correction/polishing issues.
However, it will be slower going than some of the newer long throw machines.

Always use the least aggressive...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-23-2017, 02:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,643
Posted By Merlin
Kinda hard to tell from the pic. A mentioned...

Kinda hard to tell from the pic.
A mentioned try APC and a microfiber towel.
Without looking at it, it kinda resembles CC failure?
How does it feel with your fingernail. Can you get it off?
Or it...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-23-2017, 02:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,079
Posted By Merlin
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd0...

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd03/Detail/ththGreatJob_mcHT_Smiley-vi.gif

That's about right time wise...thorough wash, decon and a quality hand wax.
IMPORTANT: A good quality...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-22-2017, 05:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,108
Posted By Merlin
Cleaning Pads "on-the-fly"... For microfiber...

Cleaning Pads "on-the-fly"...

For microfiber pads the preferred method is compressed air.
If compressed air is not available I've had good results with a dry "Bug Scrubber sponge"...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-17-2017, 06:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
How was it, easy of use, look and feel etc.? ...

How was it, easy of use, look and feel etc.?
http://rlv.zcache.co.uk/magic_elixir_hip_flasks-ra4f789d881f5488fa7273e21be860304_i9rm8_8byvr_324.jpg
Looking forward to seeing pics.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-10-2017, 02:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,647
Posted By Merlin
Swirls and Smudges are completely different...

Swirls and Smudges are completely different animals. Swirls are fine or very fine scratches in the paint.

1. I have used Meguiars quick detail spray (Red Bottle) many times as a clay lube. It...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-10-2017, 01:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,131
Posted By Merlin
Very nice work for a NOVICE! Side Notes: ...

Very nice work for a NOVICE!

Side Notes:
I'd wait a week after applying CQ to wash and apply Reload.
I would use Reset to wash. Reset is made to work with CQuartz.
Use caution when you first...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-07-2017, 07:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,627
Posted By Merlin
I did another car today with the ADAM'S TIRE &...

I did another car today with the ADAM'S TIRE & RUBBER CLEANER

1. Sprayed cleaner on the sidewall rubber.
2. Used a nylon bristle wheel scrub brush
3. Rinsed sidewall with hose

I'm liking this...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-04-2017, 03:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,682
Posted By Merlin
There are many vehicles I'll only use a clay bar....

There are many vehicles I'll only use a clay bar. For "most" the towel (or mitt) works fine.
I only use the FINE grade (NOT Medium) in a towel. I get a better "feel" with the towel.

Listen to the...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-04-2017, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,017
Posted By Merlin
^ Agreed. Factory leather is dyed and coated....

^ Agreed. Factory leather is dyed and coated. Once that is worn off it's done. Steering wheel covers are a great preventive maintenance.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-04-2017, 10:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,682
Posted By Merlin
I do it when you wash you paint and you do the...

I do it when you wash you paint and you do the "Baggie test" and feel embedded contaminants.

Ultra fine clay will not induce micro-marring. Apply a Last Step Product (LSP) was sealant etc. after...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-03-2017, 02:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,682
Posted By Merlin
Before ...

Before
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd03/Detail/BeforeClay.jpg

There are a few paint contamination removal products including chemical and mechanical.

For Chemical I like...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-03-2017, 08:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,243
Posted By Merlin
Here's an article from a long time ago on the Two...

Here's an article from a long time ago on the Two Bucket Method (https://www.qwksilver.com/files/Detail/Two_Bucket_wash_method.pdf).

This is your basic routine wash and only includes towel drying....
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-03-2017, 08:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,182
Posted By Merlin
^ VERY NICE! Are you happy with the results?

^ VERY NICE!

Are you happy with the results?
Forum: USA - New England 01-03-2017, 06:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,905
Posted By Merlin
http://quotesideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/...

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Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2017!...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-01-2017, 09:10 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,540
Posted By Merlin
I have a Microfiber Madness - Dry Me Crazy XL ...

I have a Microfiber Madness - Dry Me Crazy XL
That is one BIG towel. It real gets heavy when it gets wet.
Future reference...I would suggest getting two regular sized DMC (easier to handle)...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-31-2016, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,630
Posted By Merlin
REVIEW: Carpro Essence Plus

My personal experience...

I have a client that I installed CQuartz FINEST on his vehicle about a year and a half ago.
He brought the vehicle in to me today. The CQF coating was "flat" (no...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-31-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,406
Posted By Merlin
The bad news IMHO Even outdoor covers can/will...

The bad news
IMHO Even outdoor covers can/will get a "little" dirt/dust between the cover and the paint.
You can tighten it up and that helps. but it is inevitable with wind blowing, driveway dirt...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-31-2016, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
^ Can you say RED!

^ Can you say RED!
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-30-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
Thank you...that is very kind.

Thank you...that is very kind.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-30-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,627
Posted By Merlin
Mini Review - ADAM'S TIRE & RUBBER CLEANER

I'm constantly trying out products looking for the best products for my detailing arsenal.
I'm new to the Adam's product line and as such picked up an assortment of Adam's items.

The first...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-30-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
It works for me. ...

It works for me.

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd03/Detail/2016%20Chevy%20Camaro%20SS/2016CamaroSS-CQF-6.jpg
...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-29-2016, 04:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
I've never been a big fan of Blacklight. I use...

I've never been a big fan of Blacklight. I use Essence before I install a coating.
Recently I've been able to do a two step with a compound followed by Essence+

There is no abrasive in Essence+...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-29-2016, 03:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,807
Posted By Merlin
Ok, I was asked (nicely) to reveal the secret...

Ok, I was asked (nicely) to reveal the secret formula for "Merlin's Magic Elixir"

Products:
1) Spray Bottle w/Trigger (24 oz.)...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-04-2016, 03:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,438
Posted By Merlin
I havn't used M105 in a few years now. As a...

I havn't used M105 in a few years now.
As a matter of fact I rarely use foam pads any more.
What machine, backing plate and pads sizes did you use?

I recently did a 2011 Lexus LS460L Obsidian...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 11-29-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,091
Posted By Merlin
You did well young grasshopper. ...

You did well young grasshopper.

http://cdn.meme.am/instances/400x/54159698.jpg
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 11-21-2015, 06:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,154
Posted By Merlin
If you like Reflect...you'll love Essence...just...

If you like Reflect...you'll love Essence...just sayin'...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MKZk5O-xvw
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 11-20-2015, 07:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,154
Posted By Merlin
Great post! Excellent video on different...

Great post!

Excellent video on different machine types...well worth the time to view and learn.
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