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I would argue that this is not the right kind of tool for the job. Today's paint jobs have clear coats, (hint: clear), so a colored wax is just hiding the problem. I use Meguiar's Swirl X and Ultimate Compound for scratches/swirls, follow up with Meguiar's Carnauba Wax, then use Zaino. Looks like glass. However, with all this being said, I only do this 1-2 times per year, it takes me a good 8 hours, but it is a real deep cleaning. The I will only wash her when you cannot tell she is black anymore.
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Not completely true. The metallics are all two or three stage paints, but not so for the black. I'm not completely sure about the HD paints, but most simple, non-metallic paint colors like black, white, bright red, are single stage with no clear coat on top of them. Anyhow, the purpose of a colored wax IS to hide the problem. The only thing that will correct the problem is a compound, polish or glaze to remove the scratches. Just my 2 cents.
that's good to know guys. i've been looking for something to use on my vivid black streetglide. i've seen what zainos does, but it's really hard to find. that stuff makes black shine like glass, such a deep gloss, it's amazing. i don't use any type of abrasive wax at all.
I'm looked through this thread and all the comments refer to painted surfaces. I'm probably going to show my ignorance a little, but I have to assume the fiberglass parts (fairing, saddlebags, etc.) have a clearcoat on them also? Is the black box safe to use on those parts? Reason I ask is prior to my Electra Glide I had a V-Star Custom and made the mistake of using a very little bit of white rubbing compound on the back fender (plastic) and regretted it as soon as I touched the rag to the swirls,,,
Thanks.
I'm doing my paint correction today on my blk 07. The stuff is pretty good. I'm using a foam pad with the cleaner wax to run down some scuffs. It does not make dust.
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