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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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07-26-2018, 03:12 PM | #827 |
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I like the ones that look like tin foiled large sunglasses. FUN!!
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WeatherTech also makes custom ones. It is expensive, but high quality and fits perfectly. I got one for my new car and I'm glad I did. The cheap ones would fall apart every other year on me. I could easily see this one lasting as long as I have the car.
Edit: forgot to mention -- It is also reversible. So silver side in the summer and it has a black side that you use in cold weather. It made a big difference when I'd go start the car in 20 degree weather. |
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07-27-2018, 10:00 AM | #833 |
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this is good stuff - you can use on leather too - as well as vinyl trim - no staining.
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For my Challenger, which has a fairly large windshield, it was $49.95. So I suspect they are all around that price.
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07-28-2018, 01:31 PM | #839 |
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I just clayed the in and out of my windshield with glass cleaner as the lube.
Then went over it again with the microfiber towel to get it perfect, get all of the clay spots backed out. Then finished with a Meg's spray wax. Looks perfect! |
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