Waxing my Volvo?
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Waxing my Volvo?
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1) I want to wax my Volvo 940. I have one of those orbital polishers and some wax. The only thing is, I was informed that my car had "permashine" or some type of wax that lasted forever. Therefore, if I waxed my car, it would actually take away from it's shine. Any comments?
2) Should I use the orbital polisher or not? I've heard that using it can actually damage your car.
3) If I shouldn't wax my car with the permashine already on, then how can I make the car gleam (Other than the obvious car wash)? What inspires me is the image of a black car which is waxed so brilliantly that instead of black, it's like a clear mirror. I really cannot describe it. But I want to achieve the highest shine with my Volvo. Any tips?
Much thanks!!
-JM
1) I want to wax my Volvo 940. I have one of those orbital polishers and some wax. The only thing is, I was informed that my car had "permashine" or some type of wax that lasted forever. Therefore, if I waxed my car, it would actually take away from it's shine. Any comments?
2) Should I use the orbital polisher or not? I've heard that using it can actually damage your car.
3) If I shouldn't wax my car with the permashine already on, then how can I make the car gleam (Other than the obvious car wash)? What inspires me is the image of a black car which is waxed so brilliantly that instead of black, it's like a clear mirror. I really cannot describe it. But I want to achieve the highest shine with my Volvo. Any tips?
Much thanks!!
-JM
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Permashine sounds like some sort of sealant - it's probably worn off by now.
An orbital polisher is usually used with an abrasive polishing compound to remove microscratches and haze from a finish. You can get burn-through if you hold the polisher in one place too long or don't use enough compound; it takes a practiced hand.
The modern use of wax is to hold a shine. In other words building up a layer of wax, and the wax itself is what's shiny. But this can also lead to excessive wax buildup and a cloudy look.
It sounds like you're after the "wet look." First step is to get the car really clean and inspect the paint. If it has lots of fine scratches it needs an abrasive compound. Otherwise you can try waxing a test area by hand to see if you get a nice shine.
An orbital polisher is usually used with an abrasive polishing compound to remove microscratches and haze from a finish. You can get burn-through if you hold the polisher in one place too long or don't use enough compound; it takes a practiced hand.
The modern use of wax is to hold a shine. In other words building up a layer of wax, and the wax itself is what's shiny. But this can also lead to excessive wax buildup and a cloudy look.
It sounds like you're after the "wet look." First step is to get the car really clean and inspect the paint. If it has lots of fine scratches it needs an abrasive compound. Otherwise you can try waxing a test area by hand to see if you get a nice shine.
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