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Old 01-30-2002, 09:30 AM   #24
Torch
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Originally posted by topcover


Torch -

I think what you are referring to is known as "rubbing" or "polishing" compound. Those are pastes with variying size abrasives suspended within to smooth out uneveness in the surface. Rubbing brings it down, polishing smooths it out.

What I was referring to is a liquid polish made especially for clear coats made by Zaino Bros. It contains no abrasives what so ever and once applied and buffed leaves the clearcoat almost looking wet.

Topcover,
If wax is a protective coating and polishing compounds are abrasive then what does liquid polish made for clear coats do? Any and every liquid that I have used that has had the word polish in it has removed paint and made the car have that “wet” look. What else would polish do?

After I take my car to one of those cloth carwashes I come home and get a 100% cotton terry cloth and wipe it down with Meguars quick detailer. And of course it rains right after that.

Thanks,
Torch
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