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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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Anyone try p21s wax? I hear good things.
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I have not. I have an affinity for Angelwax products. Their paste "Drift" has been wonderful.
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Sorry, on mobile and can't embed. Pan the Organizer goes into some decent detail here.
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I switched over to Mothers products from P21S products.
I bought the Mothers 3 step polish and wax last summer and put it on my 15 year old BMW. The 2 step polish took out a ton of minor scratches as well as oxidation marks. I am old school and believe in natural carnauba car wax and bought the California Gold in the cake/paste form not the bottle. I was so impressed with those products this year I bought Mothers 06410 Leather Wash Foaming Cleaner and Mothers 06310 Leather Cream Moisture-Rich Conditioner to clean and protect the leather. It took it back to original. I ruined the back seat with some cheap products after my kids destroyed the back seat due to dirty soccer cleats and years of having baby seats back there. This restored it as good as it will get. I wish I knew about this stuff 10 years ago. I bought this for vinyl kick plates but didn't need it as the above cleaner did the trick. Mothers 06524 VLR VinylLeatherRubber Care I do everything by hand, but I spend a couple weekends doing it. I did the Wife's SUV's outside and need to do the inside before the winter. It is only a couple years old and we want to keep it awhile. |
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You cover all the leather with a gel cream product and the press cling wrap into the cream. Park the car with a black blanket on the roof in direct sun for 1 or 2 days and the uncover, clean and condition. This stuff will make cardboard leather supple again. Here is a great "how to" article on how to restore nasty leather. I would never let mine get that bad but I used this as a guide for a bolster repair and restoration on a worn driver's seat on a 91 300 CE sportline with blonde alimony interior. http://www.leatherique.com/motor_car...e-project.html
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Oh I'm not anyway near that situation. I just appreciate their waxes. Also their repellent H2Go is great!
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I ordered some HD Speed and also that Worx leaf blower.
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