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Old 04-18-2011 | 11:41 PM
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I realize there a bunch of options for this, but I could only get the following at my local store. Do I have this in the correct order and/or am I missing anything? I'm trying to clean, remove minor hull stains, and apply a coat or many coats of wax to protect against sun damage/yellowing:

(all applied by hand as I do not have an orbital)
- Starbrite Boat Wash
- Starbrite Hull Cleaner
- Starbrite Marine Polish w/PTEF
- 3M Marine Cleaner & Wax (For lightly oxidized fiberglass surfaces)

I have done plenty of cars using Zaino treatments where order of products was important, but I have not done a job on a boat yet so I want to make sure I get this correct.
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Old 04-19-2011 | 10:27 AM
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I usually use the Cleaner/Wax Then do the PTEF..

I usually go overboard with the PTEF....I like the boat very shiny and slippery!
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Old 04-19-2011 | 12:36 PM
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I wouldnt say you have to do star brigt products but if you like them. But if your boat is just dirty and no oxidized I would go with a good wash, then a cleaner wax and then if you feel as if it needs more than go with a wax/polish. But if you have oxidation than use the 3m stuff to get rid of it then cleaner wax than a nice wax on top
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Old 04-19-2011 | 12:53 PM
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I own a mobile detail company. Been doing detailing almost 15 years now. Too much to write, so feel free to call me anytime, I'd be more than happy to talk with u and help out a fellow boater. 916-837-1379 Chad
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