Hi Jack,

        Thank you again for the tips.

I had the products ready when a friend came over to help.  We did the most needed areas first and things are improving.  There will be a lot of hours ahead but the paint is coming back. 

        Having the correct supplies helped a great deal.  This is something I can’t do on my own, at least not until the first refresh is done.  But, now that I have the correct supplies sighted helpers will eventually help me get it where I want to go.

Great tips and I really appreciated the links.

Eric Caron 
85 GL Auto 

> On Apr 8, 2021, at 7:22 PM, Jack R <jack007@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
> 
> Eric,
> 
> I went with Griot's for my Westy.
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8OVAigVVgA
> 
> Photos attached!
> 
> Heading east tomorrow, driving from Detroit to Wilmington Delaware, to visit my son.  First road trip since COVID.
> 
> Hope this helps!
> 
> Jack
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Eric Caron
> Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2021 4:15 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Paint and other care questions
> 
> Hi jack, 
> 
> This is very helpful.
> 
> What is ceramic wax?  Suddenly I see that everywhere and can’t figure out what ceramic would have to do with auto wax?
> 
> Eric 
> 
> 
>> On Apr 8, 2021, at 2:40 PM, Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:
>> 
>> Eric,
>> 
>> I was trained on paint work by one of the best in Detroit!  He won awards at Autorama, and was a true professional (and a great friend).  Sadly, he passed away 2 years ago.
>> 
>> I basically take a 2 or 3 step process, depending on the paint condition. 
>> With very little effort, and good quality cordless electric drill, and the proper polish sealant sequence.
>> 
>> First, order a set of pads for your drill.
>> https://www.amazon.com/Benavvy-Polishing-Buffing-Polisher-Waxing/dp/B07JDK4CS7/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=drill+buffing+kit&qid=1617906524&sr=8-7
>> 
>> Start with Meguair's #4 Heavy-Cut Cleaner (if finish is really bad).
>> https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Mirror-Glaze-Heavy-Cut-Cleaner/dp/B0002SQVF8/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=mcguires+car+products+heavy+cut&qid=1617906832&sr=8-10
>> 
>> Then, you can use this Meguiar's Polishing... which can be a go-to polish for all your shinny vehicles.
>> https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Mirror-Glaze-Heavy-Cut-Cleaner/dp/B0002SQVF8/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=mcguires+car+products+heavy+cut&qid=1617906832&sr=8-10
>> 
>> Then seal with a high quality Ceramic Wax.  I like Groits, but Meguiar and Turtle Wax also make great products.
>> https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Mirror-Glaze-Heavy-Cut-Cleaner/dp/B0002SQVF8/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=mcguires+car+products+heavy+cut&qid=1617906832&sr=8-10
>> 
>> Polish and/or reseal every 6 months or so.
>> 
>> Hope this helps!
>> 
>> Jack
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Eric Caron
>> Sent: Thursday, April 8, 2021 1:54 PM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Paint and other care questions
>> 
>> Hi folks,
>> 
>>       Earlier John Rogers talked about trying to bring back the finish on his new van .
>> 
>> My van needs some care as well.  Though recently painted I need to figure out how to bring back the finish.  Several washings and  such have not done much so far. 
>> 
>> I was spoiled by a good clear coat for a few years but now the look I took pride in needs some fixing up.
>> 
>> This is not something I know about.  Any tips on how to buff back a car is appreciated.
>> 
>> I need to be careful as When I did this as a young man with a vision problem I buffed right down to bare metal!
>> 
>> Tips appreciated.
>> 
>> I will be talking to a body care professional in a few weeks but I’d love to get a start on it.
>> 
>> Thanks list!
>> 
>> Eric Caron 
>> 85 GL =
>> 
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