2015 GMC Paint Scratches FIX

[GMC207]

Ive had my Black 2015 GMC SLT for just under 2 weeks. I just washed it and man doesn't that black paint scratch easy! Ive had 3-4 black vehicles and nothing like this has ever happened.

 

Anyone know how to get these light scratches out without ruining the paint?

[Imcrazy]

You'll need something along the lines of this:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/kits/4-polishing-kits/adam-s-basic-porter-cable-7424xp-kit.html

 

and get one of these as well:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/accessories/buffing-pads-applicators/adam-s-5-5-orange-microfiber-cutting-pad.html

 

Check out their series on polishing on youtube. I have a setup just like the above and the paint on my truck looks awesome.

 

Also what wash method are you using? I was using a nylon brush for a long time and really trashed my truck & car.

[galliher_nc]

http://www.autogeek.net/pinnacle-porter-cable.html

[agentf]

I feel your pain. I wash my Black 2015 with a chemical guys foamer and hand mit while using the 2 bucket method with gravel guards. Still gets swirled like crazy.

[JacobC1983]

My Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 did the same thing. It was awful. Just sold it for my new Sierra in summit white. I will never do another black vehicle from GM. Their clearcoat is just too thin and soft. I had the best guys in the area polishing it... it was swirled by the time it had 500 miles on it. Complete nuisance, honestly.

[cev103]

You'll need something along the lines of this:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/kits/4-polishing-kits/adam-s-basic-porter-cable-7424xp-kit.html

 

and get one of these as well:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/accessories/buffing-pads-applicators/adam-s-5-5-orange-microfiber-cutting-pad.html

 

Check out their series on polishing on youtube. I have a setup just like the above and the paint on my truck looks awesome.

 

Also what wash method are you using? I was using a nylon brush for a long time and really trashed my truck & car.

+1 for Adams's Paint Correction & Paint Finishing Polishes. I will add that once you remove your swirl marks finish it off with this:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exterior/waxing-and-glazing/adam-s-liquid-paint-sealant.html

[Aaron1085]

Wow, that's some serious coin. How about an affordable / amateur type set up?! I'm confused with 4 pads, 3 chemicals and a $250 polisher.

 

 

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[galliher_nc]

Wow, that's some serious coin. How about an affordable / amateur type set up?! I'm confused with 4 pads, 3 chemicals and a $250 polisher.

 

 

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When you consider you spent $40K+ on your truck, $300.00 isn't really that much.

 

You can do it by hand and get rid of a decent amount of swirls, but you'll never reach the level of correction you will with a D/A polisher and you'll be worn out as well.

[Lgetz]

I traded my Onyx Black All Terrain for a White Diamond All Terrain and have no regrets. While it was possible to keep swirls to minimum using sheepskin wash mitt and waffle weave towels it was a PITA to keep black clean more than a couple of days.

[steelcity]

I traded my Onyx Black All Terrain for a White Diamond All Terrain and have no regrets. While it was possible to keep swirls to minimum using sheepskin wash mitt and waffle weave towels it was a PITA to keep black clean more than a couple of days.

I did the same thing. Traded my emerald green metallic for white diamond. If I even just looked at the dark green the wrong way it would produce swirl marks. I was washing and polishing out those marks 3 times a week. White diamond is the best!

[Imcrazy]

Wow, that's some serious coin. How about an affordable / amateur type set up?! I'm confused with 4 pads, 3 chemicals and a $250 polisher.

 

 

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That is the Amateur setup lol! The pads are different densities for different jobs. You need the firmer pads for correcting deeper scratches, a slightly softer pad will polish the paint to a high gloss and then the wax or sealant is applied with the softer pad.

 

The Porter Cable is only $150 if purchased alone, the $250 covers a 'start up kit' as well as the polisher. A better polisher is over 3 bills and well worth it but, I couldn't afford the extra cost so I got the PC.

 

Also the clay bar process is also very important.

[GMC207]

You'll need something along the lines of this:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/kits/4-polishing-kits/adam-s-basic-porter-cable-7424xp-kit.html

 

and get one of these as well:

 

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/accessories/buffing-pads-applicators/adam-s-5-5-orange-microfiber-cutting-pad.html

 

Check out their series on polishing on youtube. I have a setup just like the above and the paint on my truck looks awesome.

 

Also what wash method are you using? I was using a nylon brush for a long time and really trashed my truck & car.

I actually own that porter cable buffer, just have never dared to try it out yet! Haha. I will purchase the pad and polish and try out a spot and see how I do. I appreciate the help.

 

As far as washing goes, I use a bucket with maguiars soap and a microfiber sponge.

[GMC207]

Did my first waxing today, my paint has NUMEROUS particles like tiny rocks stuck and dried into the paint. WTF is the deal with GM paint! Im furious that I spent over 40 grand on a truck and havent even had it 2 weeks and the paint already looks like junk.

[agentf]

Did my first waxing today, my paint has NUMEROUS particles like tiny rocks stuck and dried into the paint. WTF is the deal with GM paint! Im furious that I spent over 40 grand on a truck and havent even had it 2 weeks and the paint already looks like junk.

 

I noticed that too. Em unhappy about the paint. I guess that what I get for buying a black truck.

[GMC207]

 

I noticed that too. Em unhappy about the paint. I guess that what I get for buying a black truck.

I agree. I just can't see myself buying another color. Black looks so good when its clean for that 1 day lol.