How to Wax a Boat | boat detailing tutorial | Revival Marine Care

[@Robo8]

I love that you explain on a base level. Stuff like "put 4 dots on the pad" and "start on 2 and then go to 4 when doing the pattern". That stuff really helps getting a grip on things for a newbie. Thanks a heap mate! /Robert in Sweden

[@dfish1]

Drake is the man! I’ve been following him for a few years now! I started watching him when I got my new boat. Now I’m detailing boats as a side gig. Drake is by far the best in the industry!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@TheOffCycle]

That rust remover has been my go to for over 10yrs. The biggest thing is that it removes the staining from tannic acid you get from river water, not just rust staining. Just needs to be applied with a good mist so you get coverage

[@DrakesDetailing]

For sure 💯💯

[@robertfezekas6632]

It doesnt pit the trailer?

[@pedroveliz4131]

Amazing information! Thanks Drake marine detailing and restoration ! God bless y’all!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks so much for your following and support! 😎

[@tracyoliver550]

I'm a Private boat owner who enjoy your vids! It would be great to have a spread sheet type video of sorts that showed the different steps for Gelcoat in various conditions - little or no oxidation, light oxidation, heavy oxidation, perhaps for both white and colored finishes. Perhaps it could include the various products and equipment as well as recommendations for maintenance. I have a relatively new boat w/little or no oxidation and i'm overwhelmed by different approaches and since it's a rather large sailing catamaran w/expanses of gelcoat, I don't want to waste my time w/incorrect or unnecessary steps.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey Tracey! Scroll though the videos on my KZbin channel home page and there are tons of different levels of gel coat conditions I work on and restore. There’s too many of them to link here, so here’s my KZbin channel home page. Thanks for watching! m.kzbin.infovideos

[@domrusso6961]

Followed and used the jescar after stripping off old waxes and sealants like top coat , spray ceramic coatings all garbage. Used the 6 inch pad and Jescar and results were incredible, easy on , easy off great results Thanks

[@DrakesDetailing]

Awesome!

[@StormchaserIB]

Thank you ! ... love your video because you're not trying to flog some miracle product that'll last for years and requires no effort to put on... Ive been waxing boats for over 15 years and there's no substitute for good surface prep, machine application and then hand wipe off ... I leave my wax to dry over night which is probably not necessary - but it would be interesting to know just how long it takes for the wax to totally harden ? ...guess it depends on temp, humid , brand etc .. anyway - thumbs-up from Australia mate !!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thank you, I really appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@holgerkohlenbach5730]

Hi Drake, i am listening you from germany. i am an owner of a very well vicem 51 classic and be happy for your support. thanks a lot and take care

[@amothegreat649]

I actually work at seahunt in south carolina as a finisher so this helps alot man appreciate the video

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks! Glad it helped

[@brycevinson223]

Very helpful, short and to the point!

[@51billyt]

This will be my 1st year winterizing and cleaning up a new boat for winter. Very impressed w/ your video , ordered everything you suggested , hope it comes out half as nice as your work. Ty for the tips.

[@alexalves3329]

awesome,, good stuff buddy, thanks for these videos,, as a first boat owner,this is helping me a lot

[@DrakesDetailing]

Glad to help!! 😎 What stood out about the video to you the most?

[@artholliday7237]

Hey buddy, A+ job on the boat, but specifically on the video! One of the best tutorials on any task I’ve seen. Very thorough and informative. I feel like I’m a pro detailer now because you hooked it up! Even though I was hoping to get more product information pertaining to what ive already got in the garage. But thanks for the vid. Cheers amigo!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Wow thank you so much! That means a lot!

[@AJF4Me]

Great video! I have the same DA that I use on my car, I bought a boat last year and I'm going to use it before I put it back in the water this season.

[@amberalexandra9871]

Your channel is so super helpful and professional thank you so much!! 🤩

[@DrakesDetailing]

You're welcome! Thanks !

[@alexandrefbastos]

Thank you so much!!! Followed your instructions. The hull looks like a mirror now! Amazing video.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Glad it helped!

[@frankmiller668]

Just Say "Drake Kool" thanks for the help Cobalt turned out great

[@DrakesDetailing]

💯💯💯

[@tommysink7420]

Great video Drake. I have watched many of your videos. I have a 2000 Checkmate 27 foot Convincor, (white) and will, carefully, attempt to detail my boat via your videos. The G9 I am purchasing today.with Griot Garage pads. I have also ordered Jescar Power Lock, for the work. Thank you man.......

[@fishing4dinner]

Bang up job bud. Makes an average Joe boat owner like me feel empowered like a pro. Earned a new sub today. Hope you and all that read this have a great day!

[@MW-wc5rp]

Thanks for the info and tips. Actually looking forward to doing my boat.

[@DrakesDetailing]

That’s awesome 😎

[@stevengilmore1509]

Drake, Any boats sealed with Ultra Lock yet? Opinion? Awesome tutorials, thank you!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes, a few that I know of. Seems to be holding up decent

[@squashclubofupperblackeddy3999]

Very well done. Lots of good info, well explained with efficient use of time. Impressed.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks!! Hope you got something out of it 😎🔥⚓️

[@joewaz100]

Try ethos ceramic wax.. That stuff is amazing.. It made it all the way through a boating season with boat in water all year... $30 for 8oz but it pro grade stuff..

[@reelfish92]

Awesome video. This will help me next go around with my 32' Sailfish maintenance.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Awesome! Same process just bigger

[@ibrafishinglens]

Thanks man you video help me a lot for my business. Keep doing a great work you have one more follower.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for following!

[@arturog17]

Best of all the videos I’ve seen. Thanks!🙏

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks, ha!

[@arturog17]

Do you recommend using Collinite Wax 845 after polishing with Jescar?

[@eddiesboatdetailz6970]

Thanks for the Tips buddy 👍 😁 I'm going to be Detailing a 40 Foot Mystic Cat with 450s soon, so Full Detail and Wax should be fun 🤙.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Nice! Have fun! Ha

[@lyndenferguson7597]

Love you video bro your a great teacher!!!

[@DrakesDetailing]

I appreciate that!

[@henryhester1897]

Thanks Drake. Not going to use the suggested Turtle wax. Going with the product you suggested

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes, turtle wax won’t last a few days honestly!

[@annmariegromko3941]

Drake!!! Yeah!

[@DrakesDetailing]

💯💯🔥

[@mudduckdigger]

Great video. Quick question, I just bought a bought that sat for a year plus. Has a 12" red strip down the side that is faded. I followed your video, but the red is still a bit faded (white). It does seem to look better, but as it dries out, it gets white(ish) again. Is there a solution to make that red look new again? Repeat the steps until it looks good, or is there another step or product? Thanks!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! So just “waxing” your boat alone will not help get rid of oxidation. To remove the oxidation, here’s the video you’d want to watch 😎m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2OsgqKLbbudqNk

[@jfashner]

Great video, but I can’t seem to find the links to the products in the comments? Do you have videos on removing oxidation?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Check out our latest video by going to our channel!

[@123loking]

Great Videos Drake! It has has even turned into must watch tv with my kids haha. I have a 2022 wake boat and i recently just purchased a Griots G9 orbital with the Uro Microfibre pads and the Jescar Power Lock plus. Is this what you would recommend for a first timer; or should i go with a different pad or product?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! Thanks so much for the awesome support! That’s a great start! If there’s any oxidation you’ll need to get it out with compound or polish to remover the oxidation or any swirls, then do your Jescar. But, if there’s no oxidation then you are right on track!

[@whalen530]

I’ve got a boat that has a chalky white finish with heavy oxidation would this waxing method work for a basic wash and wax always enjoy your videos best of luck in your new business take care and God bless

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! Unfortunately what you are describing is too far gone to do this waxing method I am doing in this video. You’ll need to compound (wetsand first if it’s really bad) polish, swirl remove and seal to. That’s just speculation based on what you have told me. Could need more, and could also need less.

[@PaulyV56]

subbed. Nice Work!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for the sub! We appreciate it!

[@markgray2931]

Great video, your detailed explanation really helps. I see Jescar has come out with Ultra Lock+ ceramic polymer. I assume this is even better for my boat and truck finishes?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes! It offers a little bit more protection than the standard power lock

[@markgray2931]

@@DrakesDetailing also do you use dawn in some water to soak the pads and then rinse and dry for reuse! I’ve seen where Shurhold boat cleaning products out of Florida have some special expensive powder to mix up. But if dawn works !!

[@nixsonbronson4595]

Proud of you bro, saw your decision to move to Cali! Wondering if purple power from the canon works similar to dawn?

[@DrakesDetailing]

It won’t sud like Dawn does

[@nixsonbronson4595]

@@DrakesDetailing Thanks! Quick question man , am trying to bring back to life a faded gelcoat hull so I bought Meguairs M100 Mirror Glaze Pro Speed compound. After watching your vids it seems that this will leave swirls and I will have to follow it up with another compound before final waxing if I'm not mistaken. Its a extra heavy cut. What product do I follow up with? 3M Finesse It II ?

[@tateabney5557]

I love it!!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks!

[@noelthebarber]

Great video man!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks bro!

[@rodneytomlinson6280]

Beat video I've watched so far about boat waxing,I'm new to boat detailing and just curious what you charge for a job like that and that size

[@timcanary5881]

Great Video ! Thanks for sharing !

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for watching 😎

[@loukeeper9997]

Is one bottle of Starke Replenish enough for 25’ boat? Thanks!

[@brentkommes5701]

I just discovered your videos and now I’m hooked. I have a 2017 chaparral that is black. I bought it new and I’ve been polishing/waxing each season to maintain its gloss. One thing I struggle with is proper order of doing things. Where I’m located we have. Wry hard water. If I strip the wax using dawn dish soap and attempt to rinse and dry, I seem to always get water spots. Should my next stop be to polish the boat which will remove water spots, and then wax. I just bought a griot orbital polisher and don’t mind putting in the time to make it look the best that I can as a diy person. Thanks

[@DrakesDetailing]

You can use a water spot remover, and that won’t strip your wax, but dawn definitely will! Use a water stop remover, and then wash

[@brentkommes5701]

@@DrakesDetailing Thanks

[@floridaboy407]

You did the damn thing bro!💪🏼🤙🏼

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks! 😎

[@ArthurCarina]

Great helpful video Drake's Detailing! would it hurt or enhance the protection by applying a wax after the Jescar Polymer Sealant?

[@LukeNetzel]

Hey man, love the videos! How do you brake up pricing if the customer only wants rub rail up? I charge $25ft for a wash and sealant. What should I charge for a wash and sealant on rubrail up?

[@DrakesDetailing]

If it were me, I would be doing around $20-$25 per foot, per step for the top side, and then the same pricing structure rub rail down. If they want rub rail up, rub rail down done, I would meet in the middle of those two prices combined.

[@BluetoGoldPolice]

Very helpful. Nice job.

[@DrakesDetailing]

So glad we could help! Thank you 😎

[@chrisa2934]

Why in the RV video do you say to use a lambswool padded brush instead of a soft bristle brush so that it doesn't damage the gelcoat, but here you're using a soft bristle brush on a boat's gelcoat? Also, I notice you use Jescar PowerPoint for both boat's and RVs. I just bought some because of your recommendation. But because you use it for RVs too it makes me wonder: is it technically a marine sealant? Thanks for the channel by the way. I've learned a lot!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Use the softest brush you have, also Jescar is a paint sealant it’s not technically a marine product.

[@chrisa2934]

@@DrakesDetailing I'm confused. Even though it's not technically a marine product, Jescar Powerlock Plus will still work for boats though, right? I have a boat job coming up in 2 days and I bought exactly the things you recommended in this video (also got a Maxshine M8), so I'm trying to make sure asap if that will be ok or not. Thanks in advance.

[@ESPPsycho]

Bro you just put some cash in my pocket. I literally get the west marine hull cleaner to strip those rust stains. It works great, so I just keep spending the 30 bucks. I'll try your rust aid acid this spring. Thanks dude

[@DrakesDetailing]

Awesome!

[@timgoos9389]

@flylikechris did you try it out if so how did it work

[@ibrahimaldwaik5523]

thanks alot man i'm here trying to reach out for a business of cleaning systems your video's really helps me getting started the right way all the love and support from Aqaba - Jordan

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks bro!! I appreciate the comment!

[@davefredericks8223]

Love your videos. Been detailing my boats for the past 44 years and never knew I was doing it wrong all those years. Polished the top of the boat with the Nautical One Ceramic Polish and it looks great. I plan to start on the hull tomorrow in my shop. In Northern Ohio at Lake Erie it's 30's outside. I heat my shop and would be interested in what's the coolest temp. you would detail your boats ?

[@DrakesDetailing]

thanks for watching!! typically compounds and polishes stoping working when its below 45 out side.

[@petermathews8319]

Thanks for your great advice - helps us home boat owners look after our rigs properly. Quick question: I have white rub rails that discolor, going yellow overall but with varying dark marks. What product will clean them back to white? TIA.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey Peter! Try a small spot with some diluted bleach on the rub rail, be carful, if you accidentally get it on your gel coat and don’t wipe it off right away it can scar it! But see how that works!

[@timlowe6811]

Great videos! Do you ever follow Jescar with an actual wax like Collinite 925? If so when? Thanks!

[@DrakesDetailing]

You can, I personally don’t. I usually follow up with an sio2 spray. Like nautical one Si02 rinse or starke replenish

[@hurd23]

Very helpful, thanks bud

[@DrakesDetailing]

👍🏻😎🔥

[@SuperFireforever]

Goodmorning Drake. Just purchased a new boat. Looks amazing so all i really need to do is wax but will the dawn soap strip the gel-coat? Or can I add another wax layer on top of the old layer?

[@markfiniziosr.1947]

Drake, great videos. I just picked up a 2004 Cobalt 220. Need some help on bringing back the yellow color if possible. What product should I use to regenerate the color?

[@peelfitminiwithchloe600]

Hi Drake, can't get enough of these videos. Any idea if the Buff & Shine Uro Fiber pads are compatible with the Flex 3401 VRG? If not, is there an alternative pad for polishing, not cutting, that you would recommend?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes they are! They will work fine on the vrg

[@rperezcorona]

Let's say you just waxed the boat/bottom and you leave it in the water for a few days. The boat develops brown stains. Do you still use rust aid? Or something else that doesn't strip the wax?

[@thehybridas9065]

So this acts as a wax? And what would be the purpose of a foam pad instead?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey! Yes, Jescar is a polymer sealant, which is a synthetic wax and will last way longer. I use either a microfiber pad or black foam pad.

[@MyChaoticFishing]

Good stuff dude 👍👍

[@DrakesDetailing]

💯💯🔥😎

[@g5flier]

Love this thanks! I saw someone recommend using a Sio2 spray after using the Power Lock +, what are your thoughts?

[@craigspinale4010]

Great video. Thanks. What brand soap do you use to wash your boat after you have waxed the boat?

[@DrakesDetailing]

I like orpine wash and wax

[@frankwilson7463]

Do you have a video on rub rail restoration?

[@DrakesDetailing]

I don’t unfortunately- if it’s black and full of compound and stuff like that, some acetone will clean that up.

[@frankwilson7463]

@@DrakesDetailing it’s blue but I’ll try the acetone. Thanks for the reply and advice.

[@valkushnir2523]

I learned something new today, thanks!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Awesome! thanks for watching!

[@loukeeper9997]

Hello, so as a diyer, is there one all round polisher that can be used? Don’t want to buy numerous power tools if not necessary. Boat is not that oxidized if at all, just want to wash and wax. Just watched this and had already purchased cleaner /wax. Won’t use it now. Thanks

[@ivanildoalmada5458]

I love it brooo, thank you very much

[@DrakesDetailing]

No problem 😎

[@timames4581]

Would you use the poly sealant followed by a wax in freshwater, or just the poly ? Thanks

[@DrakesDetailing]

Sealant followed with sio2 coating. Use starke replenish

[@timames4581]

@@DrakesDetailing Thanks sir, I'll let you know how it comes out.

[@richardrmagno2194]

@@DrakesDetailing similar question so polish with jasper and then use a sio2 ceramic paint sealant flowed with starke replenish silica spray is this correct

[@LukeNetzel]

Hey drake, Would there be anything wrong with using a fresh dry pad and then dry buffing it off rather than working out your shoulders?

[@DrakesDetailing]

In my opinion, it’s really not worth doing. It’s easier to just wipe the little residue that is leftover with your hand.

[@anthonyjerome3782]

Your videos are fantastic man! Thanks for putting in the work. How do I know when I need to polish my boat first? The gelcoat looks/feels pretty smooth (color painted), no oxidizing, pretty new boat, indoor kept 2019. I only see videos about compounding/restoring which polishing is a given. Thanks!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for your kind words! Run your fingernails over your gelcoat, the chalkier it feels then heavier you need to go with compounding. If it’s not bad at all, a quick polish and seal and it’ll be good to go 😎

[@raycreighton5042]

Did u apply a polish/wax before this sealant? Thx. Videos are great

[@DrakesDetailing]

No, in this case, this customer just wanted to wash and wax.

[@raycreighton5042]

@@DrakesDetailing thx. I’m totally confused though. One year old blue center console. Minor scratches. What polish and pad should I start with? Ordered your da v2 machine. Thx 🤪

[@davidmonteiro5080]

great videos.!! Question. What do you use on black rub rails to make them shine!!

[@thomasready240]

Drake where can I see a video on cleaning isinglass?

[@mikesaacks9333]

GREAT VIDEO.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks 😎🔥

[@stevenfinely5093]

Just watched your video. My boat is 4 years old and I’ve only compounded spots where the dock marked it up. Do I have to compound the hull first or can I just do what your doing in the video?

[@DrakesDetailing]

It depends, is the hull oxidized?

[@stevenfinely5093]

@@DrakesDetailing thanks for getting back. Its not oxidized just seemed a bit dull. Appreciate all the videos and have been sending them to various groups and friends!!

[@jorgevelarde2681]

Thank you brother good job

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for watching!

[@angelastroud8202]

Is the product suitable for fresh water? Or would that be overkill?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes! Works best in fresh water!

[@allanpera1530]

Do you recommend using an oxidation remover prior to using the polymer sealant? TIA

[@DrakesDetailing]

Shine supply heavy cut and shine supply chop top: shinesupply.com/collections/marine-products

[@MoviesSam]

Love your videos. Which buffer is the one you'd recommend. Link broken. THANKS.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Maxshine DA

[@davefredericks8223]

Great videos and info. How often do you clean the pads when using the Power Lock + ?

[@DrakesDetailing]

I personally don’t, I’ll use the power lock pad on a few boats and throw it away

[@tricksend4093]

I can’t get enough of your videos. Actually looking forward to it this year. I have a black boat that the marina messed up a few years ago and was all halograms. I plan to compound with will pad then Menzerna 400 with Shurhold orbital & lake country orange pad. Do you recommend just Power Lock after that? Seems like I’ve seen you spray on products and wash them off after that but can’t find the video now. Thanks again!

[@DrakesDetailing]

So I'm actually switching from jescar power lock to Starke hyperhold! I have been testing it for a few month and its working better longer term than the jescar. You can top it with starke replenish si02 for even more protection. drakesmarinedetailsupply.com/collections/starke-surface-technology/products/starke-hyper-hold-polymer-sealant?_pos=1&_sid=1e28b61de&_ss=r drakesmarinedetailsupply.com/products/starke-replenish-silica-spray?_pos=1&_sid=88f02b007&_ss=r

[@tricksend4093]

@@DrakesDetailing okay. What pad do you apply the hyper hold with?

[@osquid2075]

2002, 38 ft sea ray sun dancer: for the exterior, what is the order of cleaning steps? I want to wax, degrease, ceramic coat, buff, and clean from last season, while protecting for the upcoming season. Doing it myself, and I want to be thorough and most importantly, efficient (without cutting necessary corners to save time)

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! I’d try shine supply’s line of compounds, start with their heavy cut and move down the line of compounds and polishes based off of their compound charts on their website. If the heavy cut shine supply is not cutting though all of the oxidation, then it more than likely needs wet sanded. cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0645/8097/files/compounds.pdf?v=1646261121

[@sergiopereira1644]

Great video. Just had my boat detailed. Unfortunately, it was a disappointing job. Should I wait a bit before using your technique? What pads are you using to apply the product?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! Sorry to hear about your detail job! I was just using a buff-n-shine microfiber pad on a DA polisher

[@CaliChristopher]

Hey Drake, your DA link no longer works, it seems they probably replaced the product you have with a new version. Which of their current products would be a good replacement?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! This is the one I use now: maxshineusa.com/product/dual-action-polisher-for-car-detailing/ Use my discount code, DRAKE15 at checkout! 😎

[@CJ-db1rc]

what do you recommend to remove oxidation? I just bought a used boat and the yellow stripes on the side need some love

[@DrakesDetailing]

m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2OsgqKLbbudqNk I love shine supply’s brand of compounds. Give them a try. I’ve also linked a video here that shows me using them 😎 Shine supply products: shinesupply.com/ Use my discount code DRAKE15 when you go to checkout

[@roderickburke700]

Hey Drake. awesome video. Do you seal the bottom of the hull of the boat, which is hard to get to with the boat on a trailer, or do you just seal as much of the bottom as you can reach?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey man! Not on this particular job, but some customers do want that done!

[@roderickburke700]

@@DrakesDetailing How do you get to the bottom of the hull to seal it if its on a trailer?

[@roderickburke700]

??

[@josephwillis1631]

Hey Drake, question for you. Have you had any experience using Jescar Ultra Lock + using on gelcoat Vs. Jescar Power Lock +. If so do you prefer one over the other. Thanks in advance.

[@FinishMastersVB]

Yellows stains are always first. I don't pressure wash any boat, it strips your existing wax. That boats extremely well maintained. Not sure why you are trying to Dewax it. I use a Dw849 with a double sided Foam pad with the quick release on a boat like this. Not sure how you cut on Topside with that pad.

[@kord83]

For start how many pads should i have for the flex? Planing to clean and wax my boat once a year. It is in the water only in the summer. 31ft express cruiser.

[@DrakesDetailing]

You’ll probably need about 4 pads per step

[@carminec4000]

Excellent video. What was the name of the machine you used?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Get the maxshine M8sv2. The machine I used in the video is discontinued. Discounted code DRAKE15 will save you 15% on the machine. maxshineusa.com

[@duckmanbhb]

I am having difficulty on reaching the hard top on my 27 ft Sailfish. Any suggestions on how to do the tops? Can I crawl on the top and wax? will those tops support 200 lbs? Thank you.

[@northernbassalliance1442]

Sweet video man. I just upgraded my champ boat and purchased a ranger bass boat. Thing looks brand new. Very well taken care of. Should i just follow these steps same way. Or should i try and strip whatever wax may have been on there then use your steps. Thanks.

[@DrakesDetailing]

I’d wash it with dawn, and start fresh!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Same steps as this video!

[@northernbassalliance1442]

@@DrakesDetailing awesome appreciate it!

[@raypitt9350]

Thanks for the great tips. What brand and size is the orbital buffer?

[@robertfezekas6632]

I was planning on compounding my boat then polishing. Would using this product eliminate me having to compound? Should I compound then use this product? Thanks for the tip on Dawn. No wonder my boat is looking worse. Ive stripped everything off of it

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey bro! It all depends on the condition of the gel coat whether it needs to be compounded or not. If there is a chalky field to the gel coat and you can scratch it with your nails, and it feels like a chalkboard, then you need to heavy, cut to remove the oxidation. if there’s no oxidation just holograms, then just polish, then seal.

[@abandonedtransam7735]

This is awesome!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Thanks for your support 💯💯

[@rburkeish]

Hey bud....Great video. Is there a reason why you don't use the same machine to buff it?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hi Robert, yes the rotary is used for heavy buffing and cutting. If you were to use it for waxing then it would leave a bunch of swirl marks that’s why you use either a force rotation machine or a DA polisher. You cannot use a DA Polisher for Buffing, as it is not strong enough.

[@rburkeish]

@Drake's Detailing Ok ..... can you recommend what I need to buy for my boat. New Pursuit.... grey hull. I'm looking to wax and polish the boat.

[@stevebeaulieu2617]

Nice job body ! I do have a Meguiars da polisher and plan to use a microfiber pad to wax my rv with the Flagship Meguiars wax, do you recommend me to wait 30 minutes before taking off the residu of the wax? Microfiber pad is good too? Thanks.

[@DrakesDetailing]

Hey! Yes the longer you wait the better. I’d say 30 minutes max

[@jarrettsherman6652]

Drake, what kind of pads are you using? What do you recommend for the maxshine polisher for deoxidizing and for waxing? I’m going to order from them shortly thanks to your video!

[@DrakesDetailing]

I love running lake country pad. Their grey foam pads are the best for cutting on a DA or a forced rotaionn

[@TeenagedSky]

Might be a dumb question but the brush you use to wash at the start, is it just a soft bristle brush?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Yes

[@TeenagedSky]

@@DrakesDetailing Cheers man

[@joesleslie1]

Awesome videos! I just used Menzerna heavy cut on my boat. Do I need to wash it before I apply Power Lock? If yes, Dawn or a wash and wax? Thanks, keep them coming!

[@DrakesDetailing]

Dawn is what you need before you wax. After you wax use a boat soap

[@davefredericks8223]

I'll be washing my 31' Tiara this winter in my heated building in Northern Ohio prior to applying the sealant you use. In a wash bucket, what ratio of Dawn to water would you recommend ?

[@DrakesDetailing]

Idk... I just squirt it in there pretty good.. Iv never measured it out sorry