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ernman · 08-26-2003, 12:53 PM

I tried pro polish for the first time today and what a xxxxx to remove and it left the suface with a nice streak, I had to use AIO to clean it up. The only thing that I could think of is that the pad should be damp, but the directions don't mention that.

Any ideas???

NattyBumppo · 08-26-2003, 02:40 PM

Most likely you didn't work the product long enough and also possibly used too much. Pro Polish will buff off extremely easy if you work it through properly. Like most polishes, try buffing it off when still wet and you'll get streaks and it'll take a lot longer to remove.

On the pads, I've used it both with dry and dampened foam pads with PC D.A, rotary and by hand. I found no real difference but I do prefer to dampen applicators as a general rule (until the pad becomes primed with product).

If using a machine, apply a thin bead all the way around the pad about an inch from the edge. With the machine off smear it over the finish before starting the machine to eliminate any sling. Work the product until it begins to dry or dust. Wait another minute then you'll be able to buff it off with an easy swipe of a terry or mf towel.

Let us know how you make out. Hope this helped!

Natty

JimS · 08-26-2003, 02:43 PM

I"ve had no problem with the Pro Polish. I suspect that Natty is right.

Hey Natty.....check your pm's.

ernman · 08-26-2003, 03:19 PM

So I should wait for the polish to dry?

NattyBumppo · 08-26-2003, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ernman
So I should wait for the polish to dry?

You should work the product fully till almost dry or the first signs of dusting or until it starts to simply disappear. You'll know when you've reached any of the above points. If you stop working the product prematurely then you would wait until it is dry to touch and you can remove it just be running your finger through it.

That is why I said after you've worked it fully, wait another minute then buff off. THis way just in case it is still in the workable stage it'll have a minute to dry more before you attempt to buff it off.

Natty

rhillstr · 08-26-2003, 03:44 PM

You don't have to wait, in fact it's better if you don't!

:jump

08-26-2003, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rhillstr
You don't have to wait, in fact it's better if you don't!

:jump

And why is it better if you don't?

Tassadar · 08-26-2003, 07:03 PM

Pro Polish is super spiffidy neato! I love that stuff, does a great job of minor swirl removing.

I agree with Natty here, let it set for about a minute, and your good to go.

ernman · 08-26-2003, 08:58 PM

That's the wierd thing I only did a section at a time, rubbed on, tried to wipe off, but it streaked. I tried to use it like I use AIO.

I guess pro polish isn't for me, anybody want to trade for VM Glaze.

Tassadar · 08-27-2003, 12:11 AM

You didnt wait long enough. Just go back to a panel and make sure to give it some time to set, its a good product.

08-26-2003, 12:53 PM	#1 (permalink)
ernman Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 80	Pro Polish Question I tried pro polish for the first time today and what a xxxxx to remove and it left the suface with a nice streak, I had to use AIO to clean it up. The only thing that I could think of is that the pad should be damp, but the directions don't mention that. Any ideas???

08-26-2003, 02:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
NattyBumppo Strange name, ain't it? Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NJ Posts: 1,486	Most likely you didn't work the product long enough and also possibly used too much. Pro Polish will buff off extremely easy if you work it through properly. Like most polishes, try buffing it off when still wet and you'll get streaks and it'll take a lot longer to remove. On the pads, I've used it both with dry and dampened foam pads with PC D.A, rotary and by hand. I found no real difference but I do prefer to dampen applicators as a general rule (until the pad becomes primed with product). If using a machine, apply a thin bead all the way around the pad about an inch from the edge. With the machine off smear it over the finish before starting the machine to eliminate any sling. Work the product until it begins to dry or dust. Wait another minute then you'll be able to buff it off with an easy swipe of a terry or mf towel. Let us know how you make out. Hope this helped! Natty __________________ Natty ------------------------------------------------ "Sorry Miss, I just decided I don't do mini-vans"

08-26-2003, 02:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
JimS Adopt a shelter pet! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Galeburg, Il Posts: 752	I"ve had no problem with the Pro Polish. I suspect that Natty is right. Hey Natty.....check your pm's. __________________ Dream big and be willing to do the work to get there.

08-26-2003, 03:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
rhillstr Recovering Postaholic Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 385	You don't have to wait, in fact it's better if you don't! :jump __________________ Ask a question, be a fool for a minute. Don't ask a question, be a fool forever. -Chinese Proverb

08-26-2003, 07:03 PM	#8 (permalink)
Tassadar Car Detailing Whore Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 1,325	Pro Polish is super spiffidy neato! I love that stuff, does a great job of minor swirl removing. I agree with Natty here, let it set for about a minute, and your good to go. __________________ http://tassadar.ezekial.net

08-26-2003, 03:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
ernman Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 80	So I should wait for the polish to dry?

08-26-2003, 08:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
ernman Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 80	That's the wierd thing I only did a section at a time, rubbed on, tried to wipe off, but it streaked. I tried to use it like I use AIO. I guess pro polish isn't for me, anybody want to trade for VM Glaze.

08-27-2003, 12:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
Tassadar Car Detailing Whore Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 1,325	You didnt wait long enough. Just go back to a panel and make sure to give it some time to set, its a good product. __________________ http://tassadar.ezekial.net

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