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Paintwork Bumpy After Wax

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mdavis:
Hi all, apologies if this has already been asked. I did perform a search but couldn't find anything.

I tried my hand at detailing the gti this weekend, part of which was claying. This removed tons of crap on the paintwork and left it silky smooth. It stayed this way all the way up until after polishing. After applying the wax and subsequently buffing it off the paintwork has been left slightly bumpy, almost like sand paper and ruining the smooth to touch finish. Does anyone know what caused this? Have I left the wax on too long before buffing off? The bumps will come free with light work from a fingernail however this is a bit much to correct the whole car and I'm afraid it will damage the paintwork. What can I do to get it back to the smooth state?

Cheers

Rob GTI:
I'd try a Quick detailer like Dodo juice red mist and a micofibre cloth.

stealthwolf:
What conditions did you apply the wax in? What kind of applicator? How long did you leave it on? How did you buff off? How long after buffing did you have the problem?

Sounds like too much product. I'd use a quick detailer or even just water and a microfibre cloth.

Red Mist is more of a spray sealant and if applied too soon after waxing, will strip the wax rather than enhance it.

mdavis:
It was warm when I applied the wax but it wasn't in direct sunlight. I applied the wax (dodo juice purple haze) with a foam applicator that came with it, the sort that goes over the middle 3 fingers and buffed off with a microfibre cloth after about 5 to 10 mins as suggested. Any of that sound like I have done something wrong?

stealthwolf:
I've heard from other detailers that purple haze left a similar finish. 5-10 mins is far, far too long.

I use the swipe test. Use your finger to wipe through the layer and when it leaves a clean mark, that's the time to buff. Make sure your wax layers are ultra-thin. You should struggle to see the wax when applying it.

I would go over the car with a quick detailer, or strip back the wax and try again. You could always try a second coat after 24hrs and see if the solvents in it will dissolve some of the old excess wax.

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