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Old Jun 2, 2008 | 07:59 PM
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paint needs some TLC... detailing advise.

my car was painted in the last year or two (according to the seller), but it sat outside uncovered for a while and it is not in bad shape by any means, but i would like to get it looking better.

so what would work the best?

what exactly is a claybar and how do they work? (as far as results and material).

should i buff the whole car with a light fine cut rubbing compound?

i have a good liquid wax that i plan on using at the end, but what could i do before?
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:33 PM
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Re: paint needs some TLC... detailing advise.

go to a paint store and they will have and tell you everything u need. they are ther best because the will tell u what u need based on what color you're buff for the best results. don't go to the auto store. u want the chemicals they used at big new/used car dealerships. u know what those new cars look like ,. u can have the look too.
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Old Jun 5, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Re: paint needs some TLC... detailing advise.

Hi, i have a 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta here's a link to see it http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3088924 and just wanted to know if i wax my car is it bad to put it on the rust spots i have? plus witch wax would be the best for me, because i just want to protect the paint i dont really care about shine.
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 08:38 PM
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Re: paint needs some TLC... detailing advise.

Originally Posted by rickys69charger
Hi, i have a 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta here's a link to see it http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3088924 and just wanted to know if i wax my car is it bad to put it on the rust spots i have? plus witch wax would be the best for me, because i just want to protect the paint i dont really care about shine.
i dont know alot about wax so any info will really really help
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