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Car Care and Detailing Thread
Others mentioned I should start this thread in my other thread. And while I won't have the new car for a while, I'd like to hear some thoughts and recommendations so I can have most of it on hand before the car shows up. My other thread had a lot of great posts in it and you guys have been a big help.
While black cars looks great clean, keeping it relatively clean in Phoenix might be the death of me. But I'll sure as shit give it my best shot. I actually like cleaning and waxing our current cars but it's not like I am being meticulous about it. I've never had a car with rims either and I know those can get dirty quick. I've never owned a dark colored car and I've never had a car with leather. I plan to take really good care of this car and would like some tips on doing so. But I'm just a ****ing n00b. I'll throw some links out from Amazon as I mention things. Some of the things already on my list are: 1. Not sure if everyone recommends wool wash mitt over micorfiber here but many people I know do? http://www.amazon.com/Mothers-Genuin...wool+wash+mitt 2. Grit guard and two wash buckets. One for rinse and one for soap/water. http://www.amazon.com/Mothers-Genuin...wool+wash+mitt 3. Waffle Weave Drying towel. There are tons of towels out there but this seems to be able to take up a lot of water. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001Q8DMA0/...I21164SXVV1AWB 4. Car Wash http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009IQXFO/...b_recs_2_title Some mention that after washing you should use a paint cleanser before waxing. But wondering if washing then clay baring is sufficient prior to wax? I've seen this P21S Paintwork Cleanser mentioned on a few reads. Looks like good use for water spots and swirls prior to waxing if needed. Not sure if you would do entire car first or just use it for bad spots before waxing? http://www.amazon.com/P21S-12350B-Pa...twork+Cleanser Also, a company called Zaino has great reviews and recommendations. They have a package that looks like it includes all products I'd need together including wash, polish, wax, leather and tire care. http://www.zainostore.com/mm5/mercha...y_Code=prokits I do not have a polisher and would need to get one of those as well but not sure where to start on that front. Can't wait to see what you guys have tried and recommend. |
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Hell all you need is that damn end piece, looks like it just snaps right on.
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08-05-2018, 11:18 AM | #978 |
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Just wanting to make the stream a bit stronger - not the end of the world either way - w/ the availability of instant detailer and microfiber towels.
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08-05-2018, 12:06 PM | #980 |
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I tried the clay bar thing. Some stuff on the bar, but I'm not sure it was worth the effort. The paint doesn't feel or look any different.
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08-05-2018, 12:42 PM | #983 |
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Yes, I did. Maybe I was expecting too much.
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08-05-2018, 12:48 PM | #984 |
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Unless you already had a showroom finish you should notice a significant difference. It should make you jizz in your pants when you run your hand across the paint.
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I always buy the Mother's kit. Pretty sure it's only $20 and comes with 2 bars and detail spray.
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about to use that yellow mothers on my wheels here in a few.
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08-05-2018, 01:18 PM | #989 |
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I've always been satisfied with the results. Although I'm nowhere near as passionate about it as some of you are.
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