Ok thanks junk man for your time, I'm on the detailing world forum but il join the Adams fora right away and get a pic up when I can of the car and before and after. Thanks again.
I will be using a kestrel DAS-6 which is duel action. In terms of polishes and pads I was thinking of ordering the Adams stuff you were using. At the moment all I have is Meguiars pads and Meguiars ultimate compound as well as autoglym super resin polish and autoglym paint renovater. Would these be too abrasive on the single stage paint?
@jamieblackford Look through these comments as I have posted this multiple times. This is why you need to start watching my videos from the threads in which I post them at Adam's Forums as that way, you get ALL the information associated with the videos and not just part of it.
The slow cut technique was invented to be used with polishers that lack power (like the DAS-6), but with PASTE TYPE COMPOUNDS. It was not made to be used with LIQUID type compounds like what I used.
@jamieblackford However, you can use the slow cut technique to help "flush out" a pad when the pad has become saturated with polish, as a saturated pads does NOTHING to fix paint. I did not have any paste type compounds when I made these videos so I just used the stuff I had. Thus, what you have is NOT made for the slow cut technique and neither is the Adam's stuff. The Adam's stuff is made to be used with my REGULAR technique that I use in all my other videos.
@jamieblackford As for whether or not what you have is too abrasive for single stage paint, that I have no clue of. I would need to see your car in order to answer that question. I don't use any of the Meguiar's over the counter stuff, only their professional stuff (Mirror Glaze line). What you need to do is join me over at Adam's Forum where I can see up close pictures of what you are working on or you need to post some really up close and clear videos.
Hi junk man great video. Will be trying out this technique next weekend on my girlfriends oxidised bonnet. Ive been told that the detailing spray can heat up too much on the pad and cause problems, have you ever had any trouble with this? Also what's the reason for finishing in the direction of the car on the final pass when polishing? Or is it just to do with personal preference? Thanks, Jamie.
@jamieblackford What is the exact polisher that you are going to be using? Also, what is the name of the product that you are going to be using? I need to know these things before I can answer.
Watched your videos and I just want to say it gave me confidence to tackle my car. Im new at this so when I first bought my PC set and used it for the first time, I was disappointed because it didn't fully remove all the swirls, but now that I watched this Im going to try again this weekend. I guess its all about trial and error, I cant give up.
@tokyoexpressway It's not about trial and error, it's about TECHNIQUE. Just as with golf, you can buy some million dollar clubs but if you don't know how to swing the clubs, your game will still suck. This series takjs about how to use a specific type of compound and is probably not the type of compound you are going to use. If you join up over at Adam's Forums, I can direct you to the series that you need to watch along with the technique that you need to use. My name there is Junkman2008.
One key thing about the slow cut technique is that it is made to be implemented when using a paste type compound, not a liquid compound like you see me using. That is the most important thing you need to understand. Secondly, time wise is going to be different for everyone, as I work a lot slower than most folks. There is no possible way that I can say how long it would take you, for example.
@Junkman2000 Ha ha yes you do seem quite "detailed" in your videos, though I really enjoy watching them! I've been polishing my own cars for years, but I've just recently started doing it for other people. I'm trying to get a handle on how long it's taking me, and other enthusiasts, so I know that I'm charging appropriately!
The camera is my old Sony 560x. The software that I use to edit with is TMPGEnc 4.0 XPress. Both are probably no longer available. Another tip, don't wear WHITE like I did in these videos! It plays havoc with the lighting.
Junkman, after you turned off the camera and did the rest of the trunklid, did you continue to work in 12" squres? And how much time did you put into it?
The reason is, you tackle the car one block at a time, continuously inspecting that block until the paint in that area is perfect. On light colored cars, it doesn't take anywhere near as long because you won't be able to see all the scratches once they get light enough. A dark colored car is another story.
It took me about an hour to finish the rest of the trunk, but that is because I'm anal about scratches.
I agree. I could have broke out my Flex and did it faster but I knew someone would ask about the time! I didn't "slow cut" the rest of the trunk, I used the speed setting of 5 with 9-14 pounds of pressure to finish it. If that was a Honda, I probably would have slow cut the whole thing with their softer clear coats.
Wow great series! I definitely plan on using this technique on my 04 Monte Carlo. I'm looking into getting a new random orbital polisher so would you recommend the Porter Cable 7424 or is there something else at that price point that might be better? Thanks!
Ok thanks junk man for your time, I'm on the detailing world forum but il join the Adams fora right away and get a pic up when I can of the car and before and after. Thanks again.
jamieblackford 1 week ago
@jamieblackford I didn't know that you were on DW. We can chat there too.
Junkman2000 1 week ago
I will be using a kestrel DAS-6 which is duel action. In terms of polishes and pads I was thinking of ordering the Adams stuff you were using. At the moment all I have is Meguiars pads and Meguiars ultimate compound as well as autoglym super resin polish and autoglym paint renovater. Would these be too abrasive on the single stage paint?
jamieblackford 1 week ago
@jamieblackford Look through these comments as I have posted this multiple times. This is why you need to start watching my videos from the threads in which I post them at Adam's Forums as that way, you get ALL the information associated with the videos and not just part of it.
The slow cut technique was invented to be used with polishers that lack power (like the DAS-6), but with PASTE TYPE COMPOUNDS. It was not made to be used with LIQUID type compounds like what I used.
Junkman2000 1 week ago
@jamieblackford However, you can use the slow cut technique to help "flush out" a pad when the pad has become saturated with polish, as a saturated pads does NOTHING to fix paint. I did not have any paste type compounds when I made these videos so I just used the stuff I had. Thus, what you have is NOT made for the slow cut technique and neither is the Adam's stuff. The Adam's stuff is made to be used with my REGULAR technique that I use in all my other videos.
Junkman2000 1 week ago
@jamieblackford As for whether or not what you have is too abrasive for single stage paint, that I have no clue of. I would need to see your car in order to answer that question. I don't use any of the Meguiar's over the counter stuff, only their professional stuff (Mirror Glaze line). What you need to do is join me over at Adam's Forum where I can see up close pictures of what you are working on or you need to post some really up close and clear videos.
Junkman2000 1 week ago
Hi junk man great video. Will be trying out this technique next weekend on my girlfriends oxidised bonnet. Ive been told that the detailing spray can heat up too much on the pad and cause problems, have you ever had any trouble with this? Also what's the reason for finishing in the direction of the car on the final pass when polishing? Or is it just to do with personal preference? Thanks, Jamie.
jamieblackford 1 week ago
@jamieblackford What is the exact polisher that you are going to be using? Also, what is the name of the product that you are going to be using? I need to know these things before I can answer.
Junkman2000 1 week ago
Watched your videos and I just want to say it gave me confidence to tackle my car. Im new at this so when I first bought my PC set and used it for the first time, I was disappointed because it didn't fully remove all the swirls, but now that I watched this Im going to try again this weekend. I guess its all about trial and error, I cant give up.
thanks, btw I have a black car so it sucks for me
tokyoexpressway 4 months ago
@tokyoexpressway It's not about trial and error, it's about TECHNIQUE. Just as with golf, you can buy some million dollar clubs but if you don't know how to swing the clubs, your game will still suck. This series takjs about how to use a specific type of compound and is probably not the type of compound you are going to use. If you join up over at Adam's Forums, I can direct you to the series that you need to watch along with the technique that you need to use. My name there is Junkman2008.
Junkman2000 4 months ago
@Junkman2000 thanks for the reply, btw since I have moderate swirls marks on my car, do I press hard each pass or just start of lightly?
tokyoexpressway 4 months ago
@tokyoexpressway You contact me at Adam's Forums so that I can direct you to the thread that you need to see.
Junkman2000 4 months ago
good job brother
johnhebb1987 1 year ago
@johnhebb1987 Thanks!
Junkman2000 1 year ago
great job junk man you are a great instructor..5star....
my question is that a foam pad for the machine?
LOGGON1 1 year ago
@LOGGON1 All the pads that I used in this video series are foam pads. That's pretty much all I use.
Junkman2000 1 year ago
Great Video...can't wait to try this out!
iPhone793 1 year ago
How many hours, realistically, do you think it would take you to do a two stage polish and a wax/seal on a vehicle like this?
JonProce 1 year ago
@JonProce
One key thing about the slow cut technique is that it is made to be implemented when using a paste type compound, not a liquid compound like you see me using. That is the most important thing you need to understand. Secondly, time wise is going to be different for everyone, as I work a lot slower than most folks. There is no possible way that I can say how long it would take you, for example.
Junkman2000 1 year ago
@Junkman2000 Ha ha yes you do seem quite "detailed" in your videos, though I really enjoy watching them! I've been polishing my own cars for years, but I've just recently started doing it for other people. I'm trying to get a handle on how long it's taking me, and other enthusiasts, so I know that I'm charging appropriately!
JonProce 1 year ago
Great series! Now I need to order all this stuff and tackle this black 03 Z06 I bought recently.
your video is so clear I have some off topic questions. What camera do you use? What video software do you edit with? Any other helpful video tips?
Thanks!
sandyman099 2 years ago
The camera is my old Sony 560x. The software that I use to edit with is TMPGEnc 4.0 XPress. Both are probably no longer available. Another tip, don't wear WHITE like I did in these videos! It plays havoc with the lighting.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
@Junkman2000 Plus your black!
johnhebb1987 1 year ago
@johnhebb1987
What gave me away? LOL!
Junkman2000 1 year ago
Is the Detailing Spray similar to a quick detailer?
LostAndNeverFound 2 years ago
Yes.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
What kind of car is that?
eclipsegsx765 2 years ago
That was a Ford Taurus.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
Junkman, after you turned off the camera and did the rest of the trunklid, did you continue to work in 12" squres? And how much time did you put into it?
slydog75 2 years ago
Yes.
The reason is, you tackle the car one block at a time, continuously inspecting that block until the paint in that area is perfect. On light colored cars, it doesn't take anywhere near as long because you won't be able to see all the scratches once they get light enough. A dark colored car is another story.
It took me about an hour to finish the rest of the trunk, but that is because I'm anal about scratches.
Remember, Rome was not taken in a day. : )
Junkman2000 2 years ago
An hour actually isn't bad considering what you started with and what you ended with!
slydog75 2 years ago
I agree. I could have broke out my Flex and did it faster but I knew someone would ask about the time! I didn't "slow cut" the rest of the trunk, I used the speed setting of 5 with 9-14 pounds of pressure to finish it. If that was a Honda, I probably would have slow cut the whole thing with their softer clear coats.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
What color pad do you use with the "butter"
Pipergym 2 years ago
No polisher is used with the Buttery Wax. It is applied and removed by hand with microfiber applicator pad.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
Thanx again.
Pipergym 2 years ago
Junkman; Thanks for a great set of videos. The speed you cover these topics is just great. Where can i order different counter weights for the PC?
Pipergym 2 years ago
The Tool-Plus website sells them along with or without the new PC.
Junkman2000 2 years ago
Wow great series! I definitely plan on using this technique on my 04 Monte Carlo. I'm looking into getting a new random orbital polisher so would you recommend the Porter Cable 7424 or is there something else at that price point that might be better? Thanks!
bj24563 2 years ago
Yea, the PC-7424XP. It the newer version of the PC-7424.
Junkman2000 2 years ago