I have just bought a porter cable buffer and i was wondering what wax should i use for the carbon fiber roof of the zr1 corvette.
Yes... It has a clear coat so you can use any wax/sealant that you would normally use on the rest of the body panels
I'm sorry man but if you're doing such high end cars like the ZR1s and cars with ceramic brakes (CGT) where are all your write ups? With an extensive clientele list you have you should know what products to use and what products not to use by now. Sorry, just my take on it but I smell BS
Brendan My client with the zr1 is my uncle he wishes that i do not take pictures of the car because he does not want alot of people to know about it. and the cgt i have not done work on yet my buddy has to call me to book an appointment. If you want to see pics of the zr1 i have them. also the only product that i have been using for the past two years is zaino and im just starting to branch out and use different products.And also most of my clients who have the nice cars they ask me not to take any pics of them for they wish to have some privacy.
While I don't think someone's credibility should be determined by whether they post writeups, it is personally a bit worrying that you are prepared to polish such a collectible and expensive car after you have just bought a buffer for the first time. Have you done any machine polishing work in the past? If not, I would suggest you experiment on junkyard panels or even start on your own car to get some experience and first hand knowledge you get when polishing paint as advice online can only take you so far. There are many how to videos online to watch and see how a polish breaks down, what polish/pad combination yields which results, and the general ins and outs of controlling a buffer and getting the most out of a polishing session. While it is hard to do with a PC, you could potentially cause serious damage to the clearcoat on the carbon roof (or any painted panel) if the buffer is operated improperly. If you have experience polishing with a machine, then I would always start by seeing how the swirls and marring react to a finishing pad and polish such as Menzerna PO85rd and a grey Lake Country pad. If this does not achieve enough correction, step up to Menzerna Power Finish and a white Lake Country pad.
That is what im doing im planning on probably just using zaino for the zr1 and cgt because that is what i know and im planning on trying buffing on my own car.
That is definately a plan, you are making the right choice as far as sticking with the core products and techniques that you have success with and I am sure will product great results. Once you start polishing, learning on your own car is exactly how I got started and set the ground work for experience by learning the nuances of polishing. Post some pictures of the detail!
I would stick with the products you know and that you are familiar with. Does the ZR-1 need any polishing at this point? If it's not 100% necessary, just slap a few coats of Z5 on there and call it a day.
It doesn't but my uncle is really pushing for it to get done. He never drives it so it just stays in that garage all day.
Hey Keenan, I'm not certain why some feel you need writeups to polish and wax this car. As far as I'm aware no resumes` are required or needed. The ZR1 is certainly a nice car but the finish on it is no different than the finish found on most GM cars. The color may be specific to this vehicle but the finish itself is not. I suspect that the finish is in presteen condition with with few or no defects. Start by familiarizing yourself with your new polisher. Read and understand how to use it then attach the appropriate pad and practice on your own or another vehicle to get the feel of it. For waxing I'd use either a blue or red Lake Country 5 1/2" pad. Use masking tape or painters tape to cover trim, moldings, or anything else that polishing might damage or discolor. Apply a small amount of wax as you did on your practice panel and start waxing. For this car I'd use Wolfgang Füzion Estate Wax. If it's a daily driver try Collinite 845, it's the best in durability and shine.. Keep the speed around 3 and you'll be fine. Keep in mind that wax goes on in super thin coats. As you move the polisher you'll initially see a haze forming, this is the wax coating. As you continue you'll notice that it begins to disappear, this is a good thing. Once you're satisfied you've covered the entire surface let it dry and buff with a fresh Microfiber towel. Good Luck! Bob
