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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 11-04-2015, 06:57 AM   #361
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http://windowsandwheels.com

These guys do amazing work, give them a call.
Maybe you have posted that before but that's the company I am having quote me!
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Old 11-04-2015, 09:34 AM   #362
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I'm not looking to do this myself and I don't think Gary Dean travels to Arizona. I found a company here that does good work and uses C-Quartz. Just wanting to know that when they shoot me a quote, that they are in the ballpark.

And **** that light colored green looks awesome....what I wouldn't give for anything but a black car.
BTW, I'm doing all my own detailing now. Too much pride to let someone else clean the hulk up. I just bought it, but going forward, its on me to keep it as close as possible to when it rolled off the assembly line. Doesn't "feel" right paying someone to do the upkeep.
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Old 11-04-2015, 09:48 AM   #363
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I hadn't but they do amazing work. You picked well.
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Old 11-04-2015, 04:10 PM   #364
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BTW, I'm doing all my own detailing now. Too much pride to let someone else clean the hulk up. I just bought it, but going forward, its on me to keep it as close as possible to when it rolled off the assembly line. Doesn't "feel" right paying someone to do the upkeep.
Half of your man card returned! But really, it's kind of enjoyable. I like being outside anyway and not trusting some asshole to treat my car right. The less people that touch it the better.

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I hadn't but they do amazing work. You picked well.
Good to know! Thanks.
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Old 11-04-2015, 07:44 PM   #365
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I thought this said cat care and detail thread. I am disappoint.
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Old 11-08-2015, 03:30 PM   #366
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Used Meguiars NXT 2.0 wax on both our cars today. This wax took a long time to dry compared to other waxes I've used. Kept doing the swipe test to see when it was ready and took about 45 minutes to dry at 65 degrees here today. Came off fairly easy and actually covered up some of the smaller micro-marring on my black car! Very noticeably on the hood. I am quite impressed for a very affordable wax. Have probably 2/3 of the bottle left too. Quite easy to put down a thin coat with this stuff. Not bad for $16!

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Old 12-29-2015, 06:59 PM   #367
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Give me something to protect my car's dashboard without the greasy bullshit of Armor all. Do they make something that is a protectant and not just a cleaner, but doesn't leave behind a shiny film?

My dash is black and I worry about that a bit in the extreme heat here.
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Old 12-29-2015, 07:02 PM   #368
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Protectants are all bullshit. The best thing you can do is keep the sun off of it.
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Old 12-29-2015, 07:06 PM   #369
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Protectants are all bullshit. The best thing you can do is keep the sun off of it.
Well my windshield is tinted Llumar air blue 80. Plus I still put a sun shade up on hot days as well.

Just wondering if there is something that gives a bit more protectant and finished look to the dash without being super greasy.
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have you heard of quartz car coating? Believe me there's some chemicals that are absolutely NOT BS - however they won't be available at the Autozone.
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Give me something to protect my car's dashboard without the greasy bullshit of Armor all. Do they make something that is a protectant and not just a cleaner, but doesn't leave behind a shiny film?

My dash is black and I worry about that a bit in the extreme heat here.
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Not glossy, it has a UV protectant in it. Hands down the most awesome interior product I've ever used
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Most modern dashes have built in UV protection built in. I have found that just keeping the dash clean is the best practice.
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Give me something to protect my car's dashboard without the greasy bullshit of Armor all. Do they make something that is a protectant and not just a cleaner, but doesn't leave behind a shiny film?

My dash is black and I worry about that a bit in the extreme heat here.
I have been using 303 Aerospace for years

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