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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 04:56 PM
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you know...my z was dialed in the way i liked it.... only had the vette for 2 weeks so i am still getting used to it. power wise it is no comparison obviously 505 hp and 470 torque is a lot more then the 350, i will spin first through third with no problems. i haven't pushed it from freeway to freeway transitions yet, but it is lower and wider so i am sure it will be better when i do push it
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:09 PM
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Gotcha, do you think using a glaze over the opti gloss then wax would be okay?
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:12 PM
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like a polishing glaze?
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:44 PM
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Yeah, like the glaze you put on after polishing.


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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:45 PM
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hmmm, let me ask my buddy.... hold please
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by travlee
hmmm, let me ask my buddy.... hold please
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 05:59 PM
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might be tomorrow before i hear from him... will let you know what he says though
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 06:13 PM
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Seems kinda counterproductive to use a paper towel to polish something.
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by SR71
Seems kinda counterproductive to use a paper towel to polish something.
All my microfibers are dirty.. It's not like its going to as much damage as using paper towels on paint would.
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 06:25 PM
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Considering how delicate our lamp housings are I have to disagree.
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by SR71
Considering how delicate our lamp housings are I have to disagree.
Guess I dun goofed up. What would you recommend for next time?
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Old Jan 25, 2015 | 06:59 PM
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Microfiber or a 100% cotton towel at max, could be fine just don't make a habit out of using P.T.
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 04:44 AM
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Originally Posted by SR71
Microfiber or a 100% cotton towel at max, could be fine just don't make a habit out of using P.T.
I'll try to do that, with spring coming up i'll have to replenish my detailing supplies. I understand the basics of detailing though so im not one of those newbs that will wax his car with a paper towel... LOL

Edit: ..... Just my headlights :O
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Budders
Yeah, like the glaze you put on after polishing.


so he said that there is no need to ever top a coating
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 05:39 AM
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Okay good info! Thanks dude
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 10:05 AM
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JPDBaTzXK0#t=17

Last edited by travlee; Jan 26, 2015 at 10:06 AM.
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 10:23 AM
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I saw that vid. cool stuff! How long does it last? And how would you remove it if need be?
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 11:27 AM
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2-3 years, and you would have to buff it off
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by travlee
2-3 years, and you would have to buff it off
that kinda scares me... guess that means I have to do a super super good job with the paint correction. I've only 2 cars in the past... Not sure how hard or soft nissan paint is
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Old Jan 26, 2015 | 12:08 PM
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I need to do my Jeep, played with it today. Needs a full restore with a fresh clearcoat.
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