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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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Meguir's, I believe.
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Use plumbers putty. So cheap and it’s basically the same thing. Use with detailing spray and save tons of cash from the clay bar kits.
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I'm not sure how anyone can take my car care advice seriously with this username.
Anyway, Meguiars is a decent brand. Not sure what could have went wrong. You spray an area down, rub it with the clay bar, let dry and buff off the haze. Really odd. |
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Is there a wheel product which repels brake dust? I realize that sounds stupid, but I'm frustrated with the amount of dust that gets deposited.
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You're supposed to let it dry?
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I've never had a problem with brake dust but I've heard people complain about it before. I suppose it's possible that certain types of brake linings are more prone to producing dust. Maybe one of the real experts here will chime in on that one.
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Well, it was professionally detailed before I bought it and I've only driven it a thousand miles in a year. And only then when it's dry. Maybe they clay barred it.
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Only 1,000 miles in a year? What are you saving it for?
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It's a "fun" car, not a daily driver.
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What did you finally pry open your wallet and buy? Hope you spoiled yourself with a Mercedes or something nice.
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Porsche Boxster.
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Oh damn. Very well done.
And yes, I'd assume a high end vehicle like that would have been cleaned up extremely well by the dealer. Try to stay out of trouble with that thing. |
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Thanks, it's a lot of fun, especially up in the mountains.
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No expert, but I'm pretty sure it is the manner in which you use your brakes.
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