Tackle severe paint defects, heavy oxidation, and deep clear-coat blemishes with Chemical Guys C4 Clear Cut Correction Compound. Engineered for professional detailers and serious DIY enthusiasts, C4 is an ultra-fast-cutting compound designed to restore neglected, weathered paintwork without scouring or leaving heavy micro-marring behind. Its advanced abrasive matrix levels away sanding marks up to 1200–1500 grit, severe swirl marks, etching from bird droppings, and scratches in record time - drastically shortening your compounding cycle.
Formulated with proprietary consistent-cutting micro-abrasives and clean-working lubricants, C4 generates virtually zero dusting and effortless wipe-off, saving you hours of cleanup in door jambs, weatherstripping, and trim crevices. True to professional detailing standards, C4 contains zero silicones, artificial fillers, or masking glazes: what you see is true, permanent clear-coat correction. Use C4 as the crucial first step on heavily flawed paintwork, then follow with Chemical Guys P4 Precision Polish to refine the surface to an exquisite, hologram-free mirror gloss ready for ceramic coatings or sealants.
Key Features:
- Rapid Heavy-Defect Elimination: Quickly levels severe swirl marks, deep clear-coat scratches, acid rain etching, oxidation, and 1200+ grit sanding marks.
- Virtually Zero Dust Formula: Engineered for minimal powdering and zero sling, making wipe-off fast and keeping rubber seals and seams clean.
- Pure Correction with Zero Fillers: Contains no masking waxes, silicones, or glaze fillers, ensuring genuine paint correction that won't wash away after your next rain or wash.
- Optically Refined Finish: Cuts aggressively like a heavy compound yet finishes out clean, leaving minimal haze and micro-marring on modern clear coats.
- DA & Rotary Optimized: Works seamlessly with dual-action orbital polishers, high-speed rotary buffers, and microfiber or dense foam cutting pads.
- Clear-Coat Safe: Compatible with all automotive paint finishes, including soft single-stage paints, scratch-resistant clear coats, and modern German ceramic clears.
How to Use for Best Results: - Surface Prep: Wash and thoroughly decontaminate the vehicle using a clay bar and iron fallout remover (Chemical Guys DeCon Pro) to ensure all embedded debris is removed prior to compounding.
- Pad & Machine Setup: Shake bottle well. Apply 4 to 5 dime-sized drops of C4 Clear Cut Compound onto a clean, firm cutting pad (such as a Hex-Logic Orange Foam Pad or a microfiber cutting disc).
- Spread & Work: Spread product over a 2' x 2' section on low speed (speed 1–2). Increase machine speed to 5–6 on a dual-action polisher (or 1200–1500 RPM on a rotary) and work the compound using slow, overlapping cross-hatch passes with moderate downward pressure.
- Inspect & Buff: Work the product until it breaks down into a clear film. Buff away residue with a clean, plush microfiber towel and inspect the finish under direct detailing light.
- Refine: For show-car gloss and maximum optical clarity, follow up immediately with Chemical Guys P4 Precision Paint Perfection Polish on a soft finishing pad.
Pro Detailing Tip: When working on hard, scratch-resistant German clear coats, pair C4 with a microfiber cutting pad for maximum leveling power. For softer paints, use a medium-density orange foam cutting pad to achieve rapid correction with minimal finishing haze.
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