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Old Oct 7, 2018 | 05:35 PM
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Pinnacle making thigns difficult intentionally? I want great products to give my Jag that same shine as the day I took delivery of ‘er. Every time I think I’ve found what I need, more products pop up and I scratch my head wondering “Do I need this too or is what I got good enough?”


So far, I’ve narrowed it down to what I think I need at this stage. My Jag is brand new so there’s not a ton of issues to fix on ‘er.

I’m looking to buy their Souverän Sizzling Shine Kit which has the basics for washing & waxing

As I did marr my C pillars and they are a mess, nothing TOO bad I don’t think that a good afternoon of elbow grease won’t cure. So I added their Polishing Pal Combo (I’m too nervous to try a power tool this early on with no experience detailing to this degree)

Then I want the Ultra Poly Clay and of course, the Clay Lubricant.

Do I need more than this? For a basic wash, wax and swirl removal to start? I can see it’s rather easy to break the bank and buy the entire lot.

I’ve learnt my lesson. I bought a gross of microfibre cloths, I got a thick waffle weave blotter to dry my Jag and threw those god awful chamois out. The may have worked on a Mustang and my Trans Am back in the day-that isn’t ever going to see my XJ again.

My head is swirling after a few hours going through their web site. I need a glass of wine.

Looks like I have the basics covered here and the swirl removal?

Anybody have any other thoughts. Really like what I’ve seen of Pinnacle products.

So confusing.

Thanks for any help…

Jax
 
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Old Oct 8, 2018 | 03:31 PM
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If you get a chance, check out Autopia.org

It's a bit more free-thinking,if you will. You can mention any forum or vendor without censorship.

Tons of great common-sense info there.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2018 | 12:35 PM
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For imperfections in the paint, the best results can be obtained with either Meguires 250 or Menzerna 3500 "3-in-1" and an orange medium polishing pad. I use Pinnacle Finishing Polish with a black pad after the Megs or Menz to clear up any buffing marks or holograms, then follow it up with a sealant or ceramic coating. I like Pinnacle's Crystal Mist detailing spray wax for shine/additional protection after a wash which is really good stuff.
 
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