I put two coats of 3 in 1 on my new GTI and followed up a couple weeks later with the wash and coat and the water literally jumps off the car. It has even coated the concrete driveway and the water beads up and runs off the driveway out to the street. 😂 Additionally you are supposed to foam gun the wash and coat onto the car from the bottom up. My car is black and it definitely makes a difference as going from the top down left a few streaks that I had to wash off
@PapaSmurf918Detail2 күн бұрын
Wow! 😂 that's crazy! Yeah this stuff is so great! Maintain work ceramic speed shineb and it will be phenomenal! I think 3-1 from griots is the more underrated ceramic spray wax on the market! Hey I appreciate you taking the time to watch! 🤝🤙
@samueladams5844 күн бұрын
The 32 oz 3D one on Amazon is $56 right now. Example of inflation under the democrat scum
@PapaSmurf918Detail4 күн бұрын
That's wild! Yup, it's crazy the price of things now,!!!! 😤 appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@btbd27859 күн бұрын
Question for you. The fiam sprayer you are using here is it the exact same one as in the link. This one says it's a 2 liter or 2000ml? Has 2 nozzles? Thank you
@PapaSmurf918Detail9 күн бұрын
Yeah the one linked is the one I'm using exactly. It's 2 liters/2000ml I believe. 👍
@btbd27859 күн бұрын
@PapaSmurf918Detail How long have you had this? Can it handle a variety a chemicals. Like low and higher ph?
@PapaSmurf918Detail9 күн бұрын
@btbd2785 I've had it since prob a week or 2 before this video. Still works but it has taken a hit due to leaving chemicals inside of it lol. Still foams just need to pump it more. Worth the 8 bucks you can find em for for sure.
@PapaSmurf918Detail9 күн бұрын
Also, I've since purchased an ik foam pro 12. See what that thing will do. It will handle some pretty high alkaline cleaners, I've just let my cleaners sit inside since this video. Only thing I've noticed is that it's taken a slight hit on holding the pressure. Idk why... but still foams and works!
@btbd27855 күн бұрын
@PapaSmurf918Detail I have the Ik Foam Pro 12. Got it when it first came out, love it! now I am looking for a smaller version.but something like the one upu have here that has interchangeable spray tips
@chelsabailey10189 күн бұрын
Cool and informative video! Thanks for posting!! Mic worked fine.
@PapaSmurf918Detail9 күн бұрын
Awesome! Thank you for that feedback. Moved on to different setup since🤙 but, thank you for taking the time to watch! 🤝👍
@felixf521110 күн бұрын
This was 3 years ago. What do you think now? I ask, as rain washes the product off the paint. It's very easy to use, looks good after application. Yet, rain will wash it off. I've been doing this for 18yrs. Have never seen anything like it. Their spray wax did the same thing. To me, right now, the product is a scam.
@PapaSmurf918Detail10 күн бұрын
I haven't really used it since. Agree that it's very easy to use, glossy, and slick. But I didn't get 2 months before it was dead on my vehicle. Was kind of disappointed 😕 just used it up anyways as toppers to existing protection and moved on. Lol haven't tried any new ir improved versions IF they even have any either.
@danielbonner830911 күн бұрын
Harbor freight stepping it up these days. Having two different colors is a lil bonus too. And you have to have a membership for Costco which I personally don't.
@PapaSmurf918Detail11 күн бұрын
Definitely stepping up there game! Yeah, not everyone has access to Costco. I choose Grant's FTW! I've got 5 bags in my dining room 🤣 I just buy a bag ir two whenever I'm there. Lol hey. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!🤙🤝
@danielbonner830911 күн бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail Haha, Ya I don't detail for a living but I find myself stockpiling microfiber towels. My chicks like "you have a stack of unopened packs already. Ya but these are different.😂
@PapaSmurf918Detail11 күн бұрын
@danielbonner8309 🤣so I'm not the only one! LOL same here man. My products got products 😂
@georgep.949817 күн бұрын
Great video!! I scrolled down on the comments and I saw someone post that Griots has a lifetime warranty. So I called them explained to customer service that the polisher kept cutting off on me and that I have bought the polisher over 2 years ago. The gentleman on the phone told me to go to their weans download a copy of their return policy. He told me that they will replace it with a new one !!!! I totally agree with everyone, Customer Service is second to none!!!
@PapaSmurf918Detail17 күн бұрын
That's AWESOME! Very glad that they are taking care of you! There customer service has always treated me right! That's so awesome.. still have my G9 btw and it's going strong! Really appreciate you taking the time to watch! 🤙🫡
@casperthelab17 күн бұрын
Does that orange peel in paint not bother anybody?
@PapaSmurf918Detail17 күн бұрын
Drives me crazy!!! Lol believe me🤣
@thinkforyourself567218 күн бұрын
Ammo Gelee & DIY 3 year Graphene coating. About to try Hydro Light next
@PapaSmurf918Detail18 күн бұрын
Ohhhh I have been hearing the hype on the hydro light!!! Please lmk your experience with it!
@thinkforyourself567218 күн бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918DetailAbsolutely will. Trying to find someone certified to install the non light version on my Type R but haven't found anyone yet. Just ordered the C6 glass coating this morning
@PapaSmurf918Detail18 күн бұрын
@thinkforyourself5672 should look great! That's weird they won't sell it to you unless your certified???
@thinkforyourself567218 күн бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail Yeah you can only get the Hydro light. There is a version higher than that but you have to be installer
@PapaSmurf918Detail18 күн бұрын
@thinkforyourself5672 Ahhh I gotcha! 👍👍
@kennovakowski124619 күн бұрын
I’m still around, great come back excellent review Eric. 👍🏻
@PapaSmurf918Detail19 күн бұрын
There he is! Appreciate you man.. this stuff worked great. Very surprised with how clean the car stayed after this🤙
@joesantamaria688320 күн бұрын
Is there any different between this and speed wax
@PapaSmurf918Detail20 күн бұрын
To be honest I haven't tried speed wax... is that offered from Ethos?
@barrywatson-qb3di22 күн бұрын
Do you know if perfect finish can turn trim white? Have you had somax in your lineup these days ? Thx papa
@PapaSmurf918Detail22 күн бұрын
I think it does actually.. I'd just tape just to be sure. The PF finish is the only Sonax product I've used. Still have some left but not sure it's good lol. Nowadays PhoenixEOD, Koch Chemie, have been go too for me. And 3d aca510 for the deep stuff on that hard clear🤙🤙🤙
@barrywatson-qb3di22 күн бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail oh alright I’m gonna order some of that 3d thx to that recommendation, appreciate the response papa love your vids
@PapaSmurf918Detail22 күн бұрын
Anytime! Appreciate you taking the time to watch and support! Take care my friend!🤝
@wescat224 күн бұрын
I know all about black Honda paint. Wife won't have any other color. It's a labor of love. Great job Eric! Love your process and explanation. Also Honda engine are the easiest to detail I think. What dressing did you use on the engine?
@PapaSmurf918Detail24 күн бұрын
👍👌🤝🤙 Appreciate that! Thanks for tuning in! I agree, VERY easy to detail engine bay! I believe it was the last if my Koch Chemie Motorplast! Love that stuff!!!!!
@wescat224 күн бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail Man I love Motorplast. Koch Chemie's best kept secret.
@PapaSmurf918Detail24 күн бұрын
@wescat2 couldn't agree more! Need to order another bottle!
@captainunderpants158725 күн бұрын
Hi can this be used in sunlight?
@PapaSmurf918Detail25 күн бұрын
Absolutely can be used in sunlight. Just work smaller areas👍
@jrey567627 күн бұрын
Hi bro did you wash first the car before spraying iron remover?
@PapaSmurf918Detail27 күн бұрын
Hey man. Yup, sure did! They're is speculation about it cause the water " dilute " the product but since this video I've started using the iron remover with a decontamination towel. Saves product and makes the process more efficient 👍👍
@jrey567627 күн бұрын
Thank you bro👌
@PapaSmurf918Detail27 күн бұрын
@jrey5676 anytime! Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@kristofferpenceАй бұрын
Any washer I can pick up locally? Love the power of the machine but the stalling is nuts
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Unfortunately most DA polishers have stalling as a " safety " thing lol. Nothing local I don't think unless you have a local detail shop that sells polishers. I'm almost to the point of getting a rotory. These newer cars have so many body lines where you need to manipulate the polisher.. it's easier to use a 2" mini polisher but takes to long. Definitely, the maxshine has power.. still use my M15pro here an there. 🤙🤙 appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@kristofferpence29 күн бұрын
yeah I hear you haha. Been thinking the same. I got mine locally and strangely it did not come with any washers haha. But I will tell you I rocked a chemical guys 8mm machine for a few years- got the job done, but this stalls way more than that haha. I saw somebody throw a normal washer on, I have no means to cut one haha. May give it a try and see what happens 😂. I just know that it supposedly affects cooling
@PapaSmurf918Detail29 күн бұрын
@kristofferpence nothing wrong with that! Whatever gets the job done🤙 yeah, that's odd mine all came with a washer! Lol contact maxshine and say hey send me a washer or sent me another unit 👍 worth a shot!
@Greg_P611Ай бұрын
Good to see your lil man checking up on you
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Alway keeping me in line😆 thanks for taking the time to watch!!
@sixkings7831Ай бұрын
Could I use the complete compound first than this .
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Absolutely! This can be a final finish polish and protect and the same time. I'd recommend the BOSS creams over the Complete compound But if you already have it then by all means! 🤝👍 thank you for taking the time to watch!
@sixkings7831Ай бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail tyvm that info was very helpful. Liked and sub
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
@sixkings7831 Glad I could help! Appreciate the Sub! 🤝🤝🤝 Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything. 🤙
@VisualBeatLabАй бұрын
Good job on the video thanks for the advice!
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Hey thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! Please, if you have any questions I'll help to the best of my abilities!🤙🫡🤝
@erictenwestenend868Ай бұрын
Wol pads?
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Wool?? Yes, it will clean a wool pad 🤙🤙 is a great tool to use during paint correction or polishing stage👍👍 thank you for taking the time to watch!
@Apophis-en9piАй бұрын
I know this is an old video but this is still a relevant topic: the stalling on the M15 Pro. I honestly think it comes down to the bearing that allows the backing plate to spin. On my 15 year old porter cable the backing plate spins super easily. Turn it with your finger and it just spins. My M15 Pro however has a much tighter bearing. I think thats killing it. You can kind of see the same thing if you watch closely in this video. When you're dry firing those buffers off the panel - as soon as you stop the MaxShine, the backing plate stops. When you shut off the Griots the pad keeps spinning for quite a while. Sad that a bearing is keeping the MaxShine from being a much, much better machine.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Absolutely a relevant topic! And thank you for watching! Yes. Free spin should be there 100% I think quality control comes into play as well, my replacement unit I still have is a beast! Since then I've moved to shinemate which is an absolute great unit... still have all my maxshine, and griots as well. Cycle through em here an there but 85% of time I grab my Shinemate ex620... when I need a shorter throw I'll grab my G9 from griots. 🤙
@Apophis-en9piАй бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail Do you recall if your replacement M15 Pro spun any better? I'm actually about to do my first correction with the M15 Pro II. If it doesn't work out I have other buffers I can fall back on. But I'll be pretty disappointed. I'm really excited to use the M15 Pro.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
@Apophis-en9pi yes it did. And it's a powerhouse. My only con that I don't like is that the air vent vents directly into your hand.. I hold the head with my left hand lol. But I believe that maxshine has come a long way since my video was done. I like to think the quality control is much better. 👍
@Apophis-en9piАй бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail Did a little more research and I think they changed bearing suppliers as the bearing is now a feature listed on MaxShine's website. I'm LOVING the M15 Pro Series II, but I just found out the EX620 5/15 is literally the same price. Kind of regret not getting the ShineMate, but so far the M15 Pro has been ok. The bearing broke in quite well after about an hour of use. Really only bogs for me on sharp curves. And honestly that's the machine telling you to back off, pretty sure any long throw DA would stop rotation on the areas it's doing that for me. I might reach out to them about possibly trading up. Are they still the same company?
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
@Apophis-en9pi that's great to hear! Yeah, I believe they are the same company but ti my knowledge they just kept going through people an management that it was taking a toll as they weren't getting established... hey, my shinemate still stalls... all DA polishers do. Your right it's telling you back off and as well hey I'm stalling to save you. Forced rotation is the way to go or rotory if your worried about stalling 👍👍👍
@larrysingАй бұрын
Definitely a sheeter.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
100% 👍👍 thank you for taking the time to watch!
@user-qr8eg3hm1dАй бұрын
Excellent video showing what can be achieved. I'd been wondering about 1&done & how it performs. I've also got a Japanese car (with, of course, Japanese paint) in similar cond though non metallic. I'll look through more of you're clips to learn thanx 🇦🇺
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thank you! Appreciate you taking the time to watch! Yes, 1 n done can achieve great results! Just gotta be careful and take you time on softer black clear 👍👍 If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out! 🤝
@FrankoDetailsАй бұрын
papa smurf straight rockin the apron, yeah i’m a big fan of LC sdo/hdo pads for sho…and thanks for mentioning detailedAF. i was looking to try some P.E.O.D stuff, im gonna order it from him ✌🏽🐿️💨
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Heck yeah man I love my aprons! 😁 hdo pads are really nice👌👌 no problem at all, great guy and love to show support where and when I can
@trifin5772Ай бұрын
Gyeon wheel mitt.. just get one
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
I'll go look now! Thank you!🤙🤙
@andrepulgar4575Ай бұрын
Great job and thanks for sharing your knowledge! Car looks like a beauty! My mom has the same car and I plan to polish for her. I was wondering if you could help me figure what to polish and what not to. I know you can't polish the plastics but can you polish the chrome on the front of the car and the black panel between windows?
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate that! Really happy with how this one turned out. So mad they traded it in! 😅 yes, you can polish chrome trim you'll be ok. The plastics depending on what polish you use, with the stuff I used I don't get that staining BUT some will stain. Better to be safe than sorry 👍 I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@briank.3539Ай бұрын
Looks absolutely amazing! SoCal summers, it can get brutal. I live in Valencia and it is hot! I wish I could fit my truck in my garage, I would definitely do the same.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! Yeah it's sooo hot right now! Valencia? That's awesome. What kind of truck.??
@briank.3539Ай бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail 2023 Ram TRX, stock, gray. Picked up this past November. I have been using the usual two bucket method, Kranzle pressure washer, Adam’s mega foam. I just picked up a D.I. Tank. I misjudged how big this truck is and I am trying to avoid water spotting.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
@briank.3539 Nice! Heck ya that DI system will help a ton with that massive thing! Great color choice too 👌👌
@FrankoDetailsАй бұрын
good laawd that’s a lot of ads 🔥🐿️💨
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@ricvanwinkle1665Ай бұрын
Those years GM black was one of the worse paints I have ever seen. I took care of my paint and still had issues plus it’s been garaged from day one. I’m actually doing my second detail since 2011. Nice job as I actually thought my car was bad till I saw this video, but we all know they used really soft paint
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Yes, this was a huge challenge for me! Worst paint I've ever done. Really happy with the outcome though! Hoping its still looking good to whoever he sold it too! 👍👍 thank you for taking the time to watch!
@richardseem7948Ай бұрын
Stupid question I'm 55 and american muscle guy so don't laugh who makes that import?,stop laughing I'm old😆😆😆😆
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
😂😂 No problem man! It's made by Mitsubishi 👍
@richardseem7948Ай бұрын
Fantastic job brother
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thank you brother. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@richardseem7948Ай бұрын
Another awesome video and content brother
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Appreciate you buddy! 🤝👌👍
@arthurcormier2017Ай бұрын
Using too much product
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thanks for watching! 👍
@bolasolutionАй бұрын
👍🔅
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Thank you for watching!🤝
@ChiGalKMcAcuraАй бұрын
Finally a birthday party I didn’t have to get cleaned up for. Great fun!!
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Haha right!? Thank you so much for your time and hanging out with us! It was a blast.
@BXGreenАй бұрын
Happy Birthday Phoenix EOD!🎉
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Woohooo!!! Thank you so much for hanging out! Was such a great time!
@1stfrompuertorico568Ай бұрын
First!!!
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Boom baby! Let's goooooo
@magicmarllnАй бұрын
Shinemate must be padding KZbinr pockets these days papa I usually love your vids but you know they make hot garbage
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
I strongly disagree... although this was sent to me I own a ex620 I paid for and love... not garbage whatsoever. For the price an what they deliver they are Awesome!
@magicmarllnАй бұрын
@@PapaSmurf918Detail being real is encourage ppl to save up for the good stuff that you’ll have forever, pass on harbor freight, le,shinemate and max shine -these are all basically junior varsity and you know it papa
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Considering I still have my very first Chicago electric polisher I ever bought that STILL works. I can't polish and have polished multiple cars with, I disagree. Shinemate isn't paying me that's for dam sure😂 she up for what a rupes?? Lol everyone I know that's had one says they are no better than a maxshine or shinemate. For someone just starting out there is absolutely no reason to spend that on a unit. But, everyone had there own opinions which I respect.
@BlueJeanF150Ай бұрын
I'm really interested in the ADS product line after trying their Hero rinseless wash, I hope you do more reviews of their products in the future.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
I recently acquired HERO an looking forward to testing! Yes, I'm saving a few others I have for that reason. 👍👍 so far, I'm loving everything I have tried! Thank you for taking the time to watch! Happy 4th!
@BreezeMWАй бұрын
Hey Smurf which mic do you use? TIA
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Hey! So I use the Rode Lav mic most of the time. But I also have the Rode shotgun mic for when I can't be close to the camera 👍👍
@Orr_sАй бұрын
Those door panels from that era are the worsttt too after a while they get all tacky and sticky and attract everything, and becomes like a shiny dirty mess caked on if not kept up with lol clearly
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
I couldn't agree more! Not taken care of are a pain to clean! Typhon does great as a light cleaner with heavy abilities! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch!
@Orr_sАй бұрын
Damnnn thats impressive…i dont need another product. Just grabbed ADS bunch of stuff with 25% off sale…but might have to grab this. I have P&S express currently and my truck is all leather, well maintained. Just got Koche Chemie interior products and the new tire dressing, and have phoenix EOD shampoo. But that is impressive as hell. Just got a Sub from me brotha. Happy 4th!
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Man, happy 4th and thank you for taking the time to watch! Yeah, sounds like you have an arsenal! But, whenever your ready for a great cleaner you've gotta give this a try! You'll love it's versatility !
@I_aint_tellin_dethАй бұрын
I realize this at this point is a 3 year old video but I thought I'd still add my .02 My go to for GM clear was the purple wool pad sold by my Xtreme solutions rep. with the pure cut compound. What you do is probably better in the ling run but I was told to get everything out I could without it needing a body shop. Escalades Corvettes pickups etc. Whatever I would come across at a Chevy dealership. Most cases I could go right to a liquid wax after like Miami shine or Collinite 845. Done with a Rupes Bigfoot or later on the flex 3401.
@PapaSmurf918DetailАй бұрын
Right on for watching and giving that input! I have a purple wool pad too I've never used. I know the clear is tenacious !
@Six3SixTayАй бұрын
Fantastic job my guy!! I’ve always ALWAYS been a super fan of the GSX’s.🔥👌🏽 I’m new to your channel. I just so happened to stumble upon your KZbin page while watching videos on the griots garage G9 & with helping me on exact info I was looking for, you for sure drew me in an earned my sub! I’ve only been detailing for about 2 & a half-3 years but still looking to learn as much as possible everyday. Again, thanks for the help, I’m here for the long haul! Be well my man.🫱🏽🫲🏻