[Scourge]

Thanks for the offer Scorcher, I may take you up on that. This is the first car I've owned with decent paint, so I want to take as good care of it as I can.

So as I understand it.

Clay Bar - very very mild abrasive, takes contaminants of the surface to prep for wax.

Rubbing Compund - Abrasive paste used to remove clear coat to reduce the appearance of scratches. Can leave haze.

Wax - Protective layer over the clearcoat. Enhances look and shine, repels water. Can fill very light scratches.

Polish - .... Fine abrasive brings back shine after rubbing compound?? What does a polish do/when is it used? What are some examples of products?


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Thanks!
-George