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MattM
Tuesday 3rd July 2012, 20:59
Hi Chaps.
Does anyone know how hard the clear coat is on my S60? I want to do some polishing by hand and results I guess will depend on how tough the clear coat is.

This is what I have planned.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u-QTCbOUW4

volvokid
Tuesday 3rd July 2012, 21:10
You will be like Mr muscle afterwards. Volvo used to be very hard paint, I know my P2 C70 was a lot softer compared to my saffy, I would think the S60 would be a hard finish not as hard as the Germans though

MattM
Tuesday 3rd July 2012, 21:19
Found this which seems to suggest it's not too bad.

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=114102

volvokid
Tuesday 3rd July 2012, 22:35
Cool, I still wouldn't fancy correcting a full car by hand. Good luck :-)

MattM
Wednesday 4th July 2012, 08:42
Not looking to do a full correction tbh. I only want to reduce the swirls and add a bit of depth before sealing.

volvokid
Wednesday 4th July 2012, 09:49
Not looking to do a full correction tbh. I only want to reduce the swirls and add a bit of depth before sealing.

You will notice a big difference with the correct hand polishing pad and Polish combo, it's not that difficult, I only ever use it on small parts that the da can't reach, I havnt polished a car in a year now lol how life changes when you have a family, I still go over the top when it comes to washing and the car is always sealed I just wish I had time to do my P2 it really needs it.