[QUOTE=natypes;1111473773]I fuking hate cleaning my car. I'm actually very embarrassed by that as well.[/QUOTE]
A dirty car will spoil your car quick...always try to clean it or you can use cleaning services.
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[QUOTE=natypes;1111473773]I fuking hate cleaning my car. I'm actually very embarrassed by that as well.[/QUOTE]
A dirty car will spoil your car quick...always try to clean it or you can use cleaning services.
[QUOTE=freeburn;1580755631]Best scratch /swirl / pinstripe removing method and product? Preferably something that isn't like a 15 step process. It will continue getting scratches as it's my camping rig so I'm not looking for a showroom finish
Went on my maiden off road voyage, the tree branches were not kind to me[/QUOTE]
I like your courage... you sound like a superman.
[QUOTE=natypes;1111471153]What is that thing cleaning your wheels? A steam brush?[/QUOTE]
Applying a standard wheel cleaner to your alloy wheels could damage them. please what types of wheels are there?
Did some detailing work over the holiday breaks. First some rock chip repair, wet sand some spots, decontaminated with Iron-X, clay bar, then 3-step polish and applied Avalonking Armor Shield coating. Took about a week to complete, few hours each day.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/ra0j2k4.jpg[/img]
(before applying Avalonking)
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[QUOTE=MtwK;1596385141]my wife is happy with the process and the result)[/QUOTE]
glad to hear, bring her around again
Any of you detail brahs interested in a CG buffer? I literally used mine one time. It's still in the box. $90 shipped.
[url]https://www.chemicalguys.com/torqx-random-orbital-polisher/BUF503.html[/url]
[QUOTE=BrianK.;1111712423]I would start with a wash, dry and wax kit.
There are a number of then out there, but Adam's polishes has videos for starters on how to use all of their products. Perfect place for a new comer in my opinion. Plus they have forums to ask questions.
$100-$150 for towels, wax, shampoo, rubber/plastic maintenance.
What's your budget? And what kind of car?[/QUOTE]
Actually the budget is less. At home, only prepare for foam pot + high-pressure washer, but should prepare special car cleaning liquid. It will gentle cleaning on tough dirt and debris. Safe for wax and sealant.
Suggestions on an industrial strength adhesive remover? I removed some old clear bra and cannot get the fuking adhesive off of the paint.
[QUOTE=kovalchuk71;1617614991]Suggestions on an industrial strength adhesive remover? I removed some old clear bra and cannot get the fuking adhesive off of the paint.[/QUOTE]
Try a spot with WD-40...stuff works wonders
So I am no stranger to polishes and waxes. I've been buffing cars since the mid 90's and have used all the popular waxes, polishes, and sealants under the sun (minus ceramics).
I've always thought that for the money, the Meguiar's Gold Class was the best in terms of price/quality of shine/durability. Others are better at one or the other, but I've been mostly true to Meguiar's the last several years.
I ventured down the rabbit hole looking for something I hadn't tried before and came across no less than 10 bazillion people online recommending [b]Collinite 845 Insulator Wax[/b] and for $20 I figured I would give it a shot.
I. Am. Blown. Away.
Pictures never, ever, EVER do it justice and the below is no exception. There hasn't been a ray of sunshine here in Central Ohio in days, and I can't wait until the sun finally come out to take a picture. But yesterday I washed, clay barred, polished with Meguair's Ultimate Polish on DA buffer, and used Collinite 845 sparingly with the DA buffer. I then let it cure inside my garage for an hour. Removal was a breeze, probably the easiest of any wax/sealant I've ever used.
The depth and richness this soul red crystal metallic paint gives off now is unmatched. I drove it around last night and ran some errands today so it's not 100% clean, but hopefully you get the idea.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/so1UrOR.jpg[/img]
[img]https://s.yimg.com/aah/autopia/collinite-liquid-insulator-wax-no-845-55.png[/img]
845 is awesome, beads really nice too
[QUOTE=sloop;1636355653]So I am no stranger to polishes and waxes. I've been buffing cars since the mid 90's and have used all the popular waxes, polishes, and sealants under the sun (minus ceramics).
I've always thought that for the money, the Meguiar's Gold Class was the best in terms of price/quality of shine/durability. Others are better at one or the other, but I've been mostly true to Meguiar's the last several years.
I ventured down the rabbit hole looking for something I hadn't tried before and came across no less than 10 bazillion people online recommending [b]Collinite 845 Insulator Wax[/b] and for $20 I figured I would give it a shot.
I. Am. Blown. Away.
Pictures never, ever, EVER do it justice and the below is no exception. There hasn't been a ray of sunshine here in Central Ohio in days, and I can't wait until the sun finally come out to take a picture. But yesterday I washed, clay barred, polished with Meguair's Ultimate Polish on DA buffer, and used Collinite 845 sparingly with the DA buffer. I then let it cure inside my garage for an hour. Removal was a breeze, probably the easiest of any wax/sealant I've ever used.
The depth and richness this soul red crystal metallic paint gives off now is unmatched. I drove it around last night and ran some errands today so it's not 100% clean, but hopefully you get the idea.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/so1UrOR.jpg[/img]
[img]https://s.yimg.com/aah/autopia/collinite-liquid-insulator-wax-no-845-55.png[/img][/QUOTE]
LMAO
Bro, and by bro I mean not my bro, Soul Red by Mazda is one of the nicest paint on the road right now(minus the chipping). It's not the wax.
If you want to know whats a good wax, here's a website:
[url]https://dmitrysgarage.com/wax-shootout[/url]
[QUOTE=tunafishha;1636406703]LMAO
Bro, and by bro I mean not my bro, Soul Red by Mazda is one of the nicest paint on the road right now(minus the chipping). It's not the wax.
If you want to know whats a good wax, here's a website:
[url]https://dmitrysgarage.com/wax-shootout[/url][/QUOTE]
Thanks man. I've only had her 5 months and I've not noticed any abnormal chipping. I read about that problem AFTER I bought it but thankfully (knock on wood) I haven't experienced any such issues. I even bought touch up paint in preparation for it, but have only had to use it once on 2 microscopic chips.
[QUOTE=STLbuilder;1636389193]845 is awesome, beads really nice too[/QUOTE]
Thankfully I read a tip online that said to let the bottle sit in hot water before using. Glad I did, because the consistency is almost like petroleum jelly but thicker. After it warmed up it dispensed nicely.
[QUOTE=sloop;1636423883]Thanks man. I've only had her 5 months and I've not noticed any abnormal chipping. I read about that problem AFTER I bought it but thankfully (knock on wood) I haven't experienced any such issues. I even bought touch up paint in preparation for it, but have only had to use it once on 2 microscopic chips.[/QUOTE]
I HIGHLY recommend getting 1/4 of the front end clear filmed.
Rock chips on the front end cannot be stopped. And they WILL happen. You cannot dodge these random rocks.
Do you guys still use standard sealants or the new hybrid stuff? My go to sealant in the past has been Wolfgang Deep Gloss Spritz, but recently I've been using Turtlewax Ice Seal and Shine or Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic wax. Easier to apply than Wolfgang and seems to last longer.
Hello
anyone home?
[QUOTE=Firefightn24;1645316153]Hello
anyone home?[/QUOTE]
werd
As I’ve gotten older I’ve left behind tire shine.
I think a clean dry tire looks better when obviously paired with a clean wheels/barrels
Brown tires are a pet peeve srs. Luckily wise guy/cool guy combo and once a week washing Keeps my tires looking new
Plus I save money not buying tire shine
Been out of the detailing game for a good while. Moved into a house where my truck sits outside all the time and haven't really stayed on top of things. Trying to change that, and hint to my wife we need to extend our driveway and add a cover to it.
Cleaned up the sides of my Silverado yesterday. Pulled the Silverado name and the door trim pieces. Used an eraser wheel to remove most of the adhesive. You can see in my photo it's pretty good but not perfect. Going today to pick up a polisher and try my hand at paint correction. Seems easy enough for basic correction.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/szAwmEc.jpg[/img]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/w6W5EbP.jpg[/img]
Well everything went OK. Couldn't get an after picture i was happy with and the color of this paint, basically a metallic gray, makes it more difficult too.
Picked up a Bauer DA polisher from harbor freight, an orange hex pad and some Chemical Guys VSS 1 step polish from Summit Racing.
Ran over with the clay bar, polished it, and applied some Mequiar's carnuba after. While the marks I was going after aren't completely gone, you won't really notice them unless you're looking. I'll give it a month and then go back at it with a more aggressive pad and compound.
But, overall it was a relatively easy process. Worst part was my arm getting tired of holding the polisher.
Did a full detail/polish/ceramic seal(spray) on my Mother in laws car...what a cream puff...5087 miles....86 year old Woman drives in a 3 mile circle to the store and church twice a week....lol
Tools/supplies
Griots G9 polisher
orange "5 pads
Griots correcting cream
Griots 3 in 1 ceramic spray...2 coats 24 hours a part
Car pro "Perl"
Griots glass cleaner
Generic APC for wheels
[img]https://i.imgur.com/uAFwPKa.jpg[/img]
What's the most economical clay bar system that gets the job done for cleaning a new car that has been sitting outdoor on a dealer's lot for months? The paint feels very "bumpy" at this point even after thorough washing.
[QUOTE=greenleaf;1667454493]What's the most economical clay bar system that gets the job done for cleaning a new car that has been sitting outdoor on a dealer's lot for months? The paint feels very "bumpy" at this point even after thorough washing.[/QUOTE]
Cheap......this
[url]https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-Cly_109-Synthetic-Lubricant/dp/B002MAMBDU/ref=sr_1_11?crid=29DFCX4K7LSND&keywords=clay+bar+kit&qid=1662975951&sprefix=clay+bar+kit%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-11[/url]
2016 Chevy Tahoe...summit white.
I did a full strip wash/iron remover/clay...also had some fresh tar on the rockers from recent road work.
Polished with Griots CC/orange pad....G9/G8...Hilda mini 2" polisher
Fusso soft 99(original)...straight from Japan...going to check durability in the Northern Indiana Winter...
CarPro PERL on trim and tires
I picked up his wives car to do today...also a neighbor wants a car done.....when is rains it pours...I guess....:D
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1990 Fox body
2 step correction...kinda under the gun time wise he has a car show on Friday.
I got it all washed/decon/clayed....masked off and 1/2 done with first cut.
Griots FCC & microfiber pads
Car is in ok condition...stones chips....trim is a mess...doing the best I can
Few pics
[IMG]https://i.imgur.com/RI4do2C.jpg[/IMG]
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[IMG]https://i.imgur.com/Zm2nIaj.jpg[/IMG]
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[IMG]https://i.imgur.com/TjS0Hdz.jpg[/IMG]
2021 Acura MDX
Washed detailed inside and out
Edit:
Washed with Meg's "Hyperwash"
"Superclean" wheels and rubber
3D bug remover for bugs/smudges/tar
TWHS for interior/glass
Griots 3 in one leather treatment
Superior "Aqua gloss" for trim and tires
CMX panel wipe
Chemical guys "BareBones for wheel wells/under carriage
Polished with Griots G9/8.... perfecting cream/red pads
Coated with Meg's Hybrid
The Rag Co. 365 edgeless MF towels
[url=https://imgur.com/rz6It5c][img]http://i.imgur.com/rz6It5c.jpg[/img][/url]
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[QUOTE=awwchit2;1645324853]As I’ve gotten older I’ve left behind tire shine.
I think a clean dry tire looks better when obviously paired with a clean wheels/barrels
Brown tires are a pet peeve srs. Luckily wise guy/cool guy combo and once a week washing Keeps my tires looking new
Plus I save money not buying tire shine[/QUOTE]
i started using 303 on my tires and it works great. makes it look like new rubber with little to no shine.
Alright awesome
[QUOTE=elterrible987;1681354183]Do you guys do anything for the windshield to keep the stupid wiper blades from chattering? any kind of glass polish?[/QUOTE]
Have you tried replacing your wiper blades, you AVI stealing obese retard?