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Old 03-07-2015, 10:44 PM  
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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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Old 04-15-2015, 05:06 PM   #196
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I'll be getting the ceramic tint also.
Tint shop you dunce lewdog! Edited.

Yea looks to be the best. Reasonable here too. Lots of shops so good pricing. Very light tint on front that many do here but is illegal I guess. Looks like you can barely see it. Since I'm second owner I'll just pretend I had no idea it was on there. Although I doubt they'll be any problems.
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Old 04-15-2015, 05:11 PM   #197
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Yea looks to be the best. Reasonable here too. Lots of shops so good pricing. Very light tint on front that many do here but is illegal I guess. Looks like you can barely see it. Since I'm second owner I'll just pretend I had no idea it was on there. Although I doubt they'll be any problems.
My car will come with 5% tint. I can go up to 28% legally. It adds up. I have to go with 35% ceramic tint to stay legal.

I'm going to be driving a big honking car that cops can't miss and will probably single out. Not going to give them any excuses. Let them measure. I'll be on my way sir.
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Old 04-15-2015, 05:15 PM   #198
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My car will come with 5% tint. I can go up to 28% legally. It adds up. I have to go with 35% ceramic tint to stay legal.

I'm going to be driving a big honking car that cops can't miss and will probably single out. Not going to give them any excuses. Let them measure. I'll be on my way sir.
I'm doing dark limo 5% on rear, 35% on side. That's all legal here.
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I'm doing dark limo 5% on rear, 35% on side. That's all legal here.
yeah, I think the rear is fair game for any level here too. Front and sides are whats regulated.
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yeah, I think the rear is fair game for any level here too. Front and sides are whats regulated.
The front windshield will be product called llumar air blue 80%. Very light tint so I'm not sure how anyone would notice. Then again my FIL put it on there and I never even knew it was on there.
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Well, she's done. Much better. Cannot tell at all there's tint on the front window. Tinting makes any car sleeker looking.
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Any good products to use on the headlights to restore them.
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Any good products to use on the headlights to restore them.
Mothers plastic polish gets good reviews for that. Cheap too.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00068...k9L&ref=plSrch
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Old 04-15-2015, 09:38 PM   #204
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Any good products to use on the headlights to restore them.
Depends how bad the are. If they have a haze or heavy scratching then you likely need a headlight restoration kit with sanding/polishing discs. I used a 3M kit a while back and results were really good.
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Depends how bad the are. If they have a haze or heavy scratching then you likely need a headlight restoration kit with sanding/polishing discs. I used a 3M kit a while back and results were really good.
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Mothers plastic polish gets good reviews for that. Cheap too.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00068...k9L&ref=plSrch
Thanks for the help.
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Lew, car looks great!
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Really curious how the Optimum coating works out. Have always wondered if those coatings helped much with all of the micro-scratches black picks up even when you are being really careful.
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Lew, car looks great!
Except for those wheels, right???!!! .

happy with the tint. Glad I went ceramic and more expensive. Still affordable though. Thanks for your help.
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Really curious how the Optimum coating works out. Have always wondered if those coatings helped much with all of the micro-scratches black picks up even when you are being really careful.
Yea I'm not sure either but gets good reviews. Seems worth a shot over clear bra type stuff for at least some added protection.

This car is in good shape and he's been extra careful, but even in certain lights you'll catch very small surface defects. So light you have to twist your head a certain way to see them. So yea, on black, there will always be some micro scratches especially with daily drivers.
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