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Wrap polishing Contrast and Novus

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OK - some of you may not like this post as many of you swear by the Novus product(s) for wrap polishing.

Well, after reading up on this here, I concluded that Novus 2 is really all you need.

My first full restore was a Majestic Deluxe in Oyster Pearl wrap. To polish the wrap and bring it back to life, I used 3M Lens Polish and Protector. It really came to life, and I have also used it on a snare that had lost much of its contrast (BDP).

I happen to be out in California right now and restoring a kit - but away from home and without my supplies. I figured a fast product to pick up (and try for the first time BTW) was Novus 2 - as you all raved about it. So, I made a special trip to get it in hand immediately (and avoid a shipping wait time).

I went to use it - and yes, it does a good job at clarifying the reflection. However, it still leaves the cloud of....a lack of contrast. We all know how sharp the wrap looks under the lugs - what it used to look like brand new. Well, as I was convinced it existed, I headed off to the auto parts store to find a product that would work. I took my shell right in there and must have tried 5 or 6 products (mostly some lens restore and also some Maguires stuff) to find what the 3M had done (brought the CONTRAST back) - and NOTHING in that whole store would do so.

So - as far as I am concerned (at least in cases of loss of contrast) the score:

Novus 2 - 0

3M Lens Polish and Protector: 1

Disclaimer: The restore to the 100% match with 'new' is not likely to happen - but by far the best and closest I have seen to it - is this 3M stuff.

It came to me recommended by a guitar player who was tipped off about it from his neighbor who worked in the auto industry.

I have decided to treat with Novus and at least getting a clear reflection until I can get my hands on some 3M. ....and will proceed with the restore and come back to it later with the 3M.

When commenting - and offering insight from your experience - please be specific in regards to the issue of CONTRAST.

Thanks in advance for your insights.

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 10 years ago
#1
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good info there john..thanks.

mike

Posted on 10 years ago
#2
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I use Maguires Plastic Polish and then follow up with Novus 1. I feel that the Novus 1 gives me that "clarity" that your talking about.

Posted on 10 years ago
#3
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From Gerald Sterken

I use Maguires Plastic Polish and then follow up with Novus 1. I feel that the Novus 1 gives me that "clarity" that your talking about.

Does the Maguires bring back the contrast, or shall I describe it as address the fade? I say this because evidently in some cases, the 'fade' is in fact more related to the outer layer of (whatever) rather than an ir-reversible change in the color.

Also, what specific Maguires product are you using?

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 10 years ago
#4
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I've been using Meguiar's PLASTX, clear plastic cleaner and polish. It takes some of the cloudiness and yellowing or gray off the wrap. I always use Novus 1 after. The Novus 1 makes it shinier and clearer.

Posted on 10 years ago
#5
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Not trying to argue - I just found PlastX to be weak.

Anyone out there ever used both PlastX and this 3M stuff?

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 10 years ago
#6
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I used the 3m headlight kit on some old Ludwigs last year sometime.

It worked pretty good.

I probably could have kept going and got more of the color back into the wrap but I got bored.

:D

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Posted on 10 years ago
#7
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I've been happy with the results I get. The process I use is to spread a fair amount of the PLASTX on. Then I rub pretty hard using small circles. Then I buff with another cotton cloth. Then I buff with a microfiber coth. Then I spray on the Novus 1 and buff twice with another microfiber cloth. I do plan to try the 3M stuff after I use up what I've got. It's good to have more than one option. Gerald (Jerry).

Posted on 10 years ago
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I use Novus 2 and then Novus 1 with pretty much the same methods as Jerry. You should step down to 1 from 2. I have been happy with the results, but will give the 3M stuff a hook.

Posted on 10 years ago
#9
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Good info, especially for us Europeans who can't get Novus over here. I'll definitely give it a try.

Alex

Posted on 10 years ago
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