I just bought an '04 Acura RSX Type S (Arctic Blue Pearl), and I'd like some product suggestions.
Touch-up paint: I have a small scratch on the front fender, and some chips in the hatch that need fixing. Can I just use touch-up paint (if so, where should I get it/what brands match up well) or should I get one of those paint chip correction kits (Langka makes them IIRC)?
Polish: The car has mild to moderate swirls (they look noticeably worse in person), and as far as I know, it's all the soft factory paint. I have a PC, 6.5" orange CCS pads, and Hi-Temp Medium cut polish already. I'm not sure if this will get the level of correction I'm going after; I guess all I can do here is test it on a spot and see how it comes out.
Glaze and wax: I'd like a really deep look, that darkens the paint a bit. That being said, I don't want the metallic flake to disappear completely; I'd still like to be able to see it. Durability isn't a concern; I'm willing to re-apply wax once a month or so. Also, I don't care about beading. I live in the desert, so the only time I really even notice beading is when I wash my car. So far, I'm thinking RMG followed by CMW, but I can't seem to find anyone who's used it on a blue car before. I know it looks great on black and red though, so I think I should be okay.
Headlights/tail lights/windshield: I could use something to polish the headlights and tail lights; so far it seems like ScratchX would be a simple solution. Also, it looks like the windshield has some pitting I'd like to take care of if I can.
Leather: I have Meguiar's one-step leather care (in the red bottle, stuff that Walmart carries). However, this leaves a really slick surface, and I'd like something that doesn't leave as much of a residue behind. Also, what can I use to treat the leather on the steering wheel without making it slick? I could also use a UV protectant (being in the desert, UV levels are usually pretty high). Can you use 303 on leather seats, or do most leather cleaners/conditioners provide adequate UV protection?
Anyway, here are a few pictures; thanks for the help!
Touch-up paint: I have a small scratch on the front fender, and some chips in the hatch that need fixing. Can I just use touch-up paint (if so, where should I get it/what brands match up well) or should I get one of those paint chip correction kits (Langka makes them IIRC)?
Polish: The car has mild to moderate swirls (they look noticeably worse in person), and as far as I know, it's all the soft factory paint. I have a PC, 6.5" orange CCS pads, and Hi-Temp Medium cut polish already. I'm not sure if this will get the level of correction I'm going after; I guess all I can do here is test it on a spot and see how it comes out.
Glaze and wax: I'd like a really deep look, that darkens the paint a bit. That being said, I don't want the metallic flake to disappear completely; I'd still like to be able to see it. Durability isn't a concern; I'm willing to re-apply wax once a month or so. Also, I don't care about beading. I live in the desert, so the only time I really even notice beading is when I wash my car. So far, I'm thinking RMG followed by CMW, but I can't seem to find anyone who's used it on a blue car before. I know it looks great on black and red though, so I think I should be okay.
Headlights/tail lights/windshield: I could use something to polish the headlights and tail lights; so far it seems like ScratchX would be a simple solution. Also, it looks like the windshield has some pitting I'd like to take care of if I can.
Leather: I have Meguiar's one-step leather care (in the red bottle, stuff that Walmart carries). However, this leaves a really slick surface, and I'd like something that doesn't leave as much of a residue behind. Also, what can I use to treat the leather on the steering wheel without making it slick? I could also use a UV protectant (being in the desert, UV levels are usually pretty high). Can you use 303 on leather seats, or do most leather cleaners/conditioners provide adequate UV protection?
Anyway, here are a few pictures; thanks for the help!