Capt_Awsme Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Hey guys quick question I have a 2015 Legacy Limited in crystal black silica. Is this a soft or hard paint? Thanks and apologies if this has been asked before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chowser51 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 No clue. I think my detailer said something about it being soft. But he was working on a BRZ at that time and not my Legacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda_One Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 It not really a technical question since paints are made up of chemical mixture. Years ago, auto paints on vehicles was all oilbased that was considerably a harder paint but technology have stepped in and waterbase is now the norm. Waterbase paints by design is softer, acrylic surface will be more flexible. If you are talking about paint wear abilities it stand up better to the elements but it does require more maintenance because the surface is thinner. If you talking about the ability to take direct hit by projectile such as pebbles the waterbase will not be able to holdup as well. Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul [emoji847] Laughing at Oneself and with Other is good for the Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstater Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Soft or hard? Hard shell tacos are always my favorite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocktman Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Soft or hard? Hard shell tacos are always my favorite. I prefer flour tortillas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda_One Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Sounds like ED issue [emoji16] Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul [emoji847] Laughing at Oneself and with Other is good for the Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Awsme Posted August 9, 2017 Author Share Posted August 9, 2017 I'm asking the question for detailing purposes. Soft and Hard paint react completely different when using compounds and polishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WILLINH Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Good one ROWLETTE!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda_One Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 And it was answered! Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul[emoji16] Laughing at Oneself and with Other is good for the Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerguy419 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Soft or hard? Hard shell tacos are always my favorite. I am soft shell taco kinda guy. I am not about the crunchy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 I thought this was a question for the van ride. Really though, you'll need to do a small test area to determine what polishing compound will work best. On a newer car like yours, you shouldn't need anything stronger than a light polishing compound, like a stage 1 or 2 compound at the most. Anything 3 (heavy compound) or more will require to re-polish with a 1 or 2 to buff out the swirl marks, creating a lot more work and time. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Someone say van ride? I could suck start a snow blower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandon.mol Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Score! Shotgun. No wait.... Backsies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Awsme Posted August 10, 2017 Author Share Posted August 10, 2017 And it was answered! Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul[emoji16] I guess, if your saying soft, then thank you but you are incorrect in saying that applies to all new cars. Either way thanks, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Awsme Posted August 10, 2017 Author Share Posted August 10, 2017 I thought this was a question for the van ride. Really though, you'll need to do a small test area to determine what polishing compound will work best. On a newer car like yours, you shouldn't need anything stronger than a light polishing compound, like a stage 1 or 2 compound at the most. Anything 3 (heavy compound) or more will require to re-polish with a 1 or 2 to buff out the swirl marks, creating a lot more work and time. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grnlantern1 Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Subaru paint is considered a softer paint.. I've owned Subaru's since 1998 and have always had issues with Rock Chips and Scratches.. I used a Clear Bra on my Legacy and it's been Great.. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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