quick...car wash...

[Dexter]

well it seems i lost all my car washing s*** somewhere

so im gonna run out and get new stuff....what should i get for washing and drying?

washing , just some cloths right, no sponge
and for drying? some other cloths, or a chamois? if i get a chamois it will have to be the $$ ones cuz the cheap ones dont even work.

 

[derrick1623]

get the absorber for drying, that or a water blade thing.

 

[z00mer]

When using cloths.....make sure that they`re 100% cotton. Cotton blends and poly/rayon cloths, have miniture fibers that can damage your ride`s finish!!! Oh, and Mother`s makes a couple of good chamois cloths.

 

[Ryan]

i use a water blade and a absorber works great then i use a terry cloth to dry the rest of the little thing and buffing cloth to dust it off.

 

[AGR]

Dex:
I wouldn't be using towels for drying your Black Mica. I use a good sponge for washing. You just need to keep it soaking wet, dipping often in the water. Oh: And use Blue Coral or Meguiar's car wash liquid. A little goes a long way, and it's much better for your paint then most.

The California Water Blade is great to get the majority of the water off. Just make sure you rinse really well. If you get a particle under that silcone blade, it will scratch.

After I Water Blade, then I use a Chamois. But; I am going to get some of these micro fiber towels from:
http://www.premiumautocare.com/ I understand these micro fiber towels are incredible for drying, and also waxing.

These guys have some really sweet products, and they know Car Care!!!

 

[buster]

I have worked in detailing shops before....we used 100% cotton towels w/o the edging or trimmed with 100% cotton thread. Rinse 2x during the washing, and use a separate cloth for the lower 1/3 of the car. This IS the best way to aviod scratches and swirls. Oh yeah, light pressure, no scrubbing motoin or tight circles.

 

[AndrewSilverMP5]

Dex:
I wouldn't be using towels for drying your Black Mica. I use a good sponge for washing. You just need to keep it soaking wet, dipping often in the water. Oh: And use Blue Coral or Meguiar's car wash liquid. A little goes a long way, and it's much better for your paint then most.

The California Water Blade is great to get the majority of the water off. Just make sure you rinse really well. If you get a particle under that silcone blade, it will scratch.

After I Water Blade, then I use a Chamois. But; I am going to get some of these micro fiber towels from:
http://www.premiumautocare.com/ I understand these micro fiber towels are incredible for drying, and also waxing.

These guys have some really sweet products, and they know Car Care!!!

Hey AGR ... you should check this site out. They sell microfiber cloths at a much lower cost than the website above.

 

[t3ase]

What about liquids/waxes? Which do you all recommend?

 

[AGR]

Hey AGR ... you should check this site out. They sell microfiber cloths at a much lower cost than the website above.

Hey Andrew! Thanks! Looks good.

 

[AGR]

What about liquids/waxes? Which do you all recommend?

I use Meguiar's (see sig); but Mother's, Zaino, & a few of the others are quite good.

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

Meguiar's all the way. You can use their step program (clean, polish, wax, Showcar Glaze) or If you want to save some time Use their Gold Class.

I have used many different types of waxes including Zaino, and you can't beat Meguiar's for the money. Zaino doesn't have enough longevity in the weather and for my frequent washings. Remember, even though you are washing your car with good car wash doesn't mean it isn't taking a little bit of the wax off each time. That's the way it is.

Here's my monthly method:

*I use Liquid Lustre to remove any buggies or tar because it's the BEST at dissolving them (sparingly only when/where in need because it does have petroleum distillates in it)

*Apply Meguiar's Gold Class wax

*Use Meguiar's Showcar Glaze to finish it up and put that extra layer of silicone on it (easy to use-apply and wipe immediately)



You can use the Showcar Glaze after every washing to give it that extra shine. This stuff is also great for masking fine scratches and small chips, making them less apparent.

BTW, I use the Professional Step Program.

 

[PaulMP3]

i got everything i use from www.coatsproducts.com I havent had a chance to wax it yet but i have been told it works great. I alos ordered a gallon of their car wash and a few extra micro fiber towels. they got a nice kit for like 20 with micro fibe towel sponge, wax, soap, and miracle mist.

 

[Action Jackson]

Anyone ever try that "Nu Finish" wax on their car?

 

[AGR]

Meguiar's all the way. You can use their step program (clean, polish, wax, Showcar Glaze) or If you want to save some time Use their Gold Class.

I have used many different types of waxes including Zaino, and you can't beat Meguiar's for the money. Zaino doesn't have enough longevity in the weather and for my frequent washings. Remember, even though you are washing your car with good car wash doesn't mean it isn't taking a little bit of the wax off each time. That's the way it is.

Here's my monthly method:

*I use Liquid Lustre to remove any buggies or tar because it's the BEST at dissolving them (sparingly only when/where in need because it does have petroleum distillates in it)

*Apply Meguiar's Gold Class wax

*Use Meguiar's Showcar Glaze to finish it up and put that extra layer of silicone on it (easy to use-apply and wipe immediately)



You can use the Showcar Glaze after every washing to give it that extra shine. This stuff is also great for masking fine scratches and small chips, making them less apparent.

BTW, I use the Professional Step Program.

Giddy Up, Diane! I'm using the Gold Class on my MAZDASPEED in a few weeks. First: I need to completely do my wife's ES. I might clay bar it - then go straight to the Gold Class.

So,,,,,this Liquid Lustre is 'that' good against Bug acid? Thanks!

 

[buster]

I have worked in detailing shops before....we used 100% cotton towels w/o the edging or trimmed with 100% cotton thread. Rinse 2x during the washing, and use a separate cloth for the lower 1/3 of the car. This IS the best way to aviod scratches and swirls. Oh yeah, light pressure, no scrubbing motoin or tight circles.

What kind of crack was I on last night, nice spelling.....

I use Mothers stuff as I always have used it and am VERY happy with it. I might have to try the Meguiar's though.

 

[funnylittlman]

AGR and Mazdaspeedgirl,

I have been using the GoldClass wax before, but I have found that it doesn't last that long.

The ONLY thing that I like to use is paste wax now. It's a durable substance, and it last for a couple months (Zymol Paste wax is the bomb)

I was using Meguiars Hi Tech Yellow on my MSP and I noticed that it stopped beading after the 2nd wash. Now, I just used Mothers paste wax, about 3 weeks ago, and she still beads like brand new (and still slick )

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

So,,,,,this Liquid Lustre is 'that' good against Bug acid? Thanks!

Clay Bars are over rated. All you'd need to clean the finish would be the Liquid Lustre. I'm tellin ya--I have used MANY different cleaners/cleaner waxes/"cutting" liquids and NOTHING has worked this easily.

Just the other day when I used it, I discovered some tar that had been on my car for a while (since the last waxing). It was so goey I couldn't even get it off with my nail, but some mild rubbing with the Liquid Lustre took it off in no time. I mean, had it been one of the other cleaner waxes that I have sitting in my garage, I would have been there forEVER.

And the buggie are even simpler. Easy-P-Cheesy.

Order some Greg, and I promise you will like it.

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

AGR and Mazdaspeedgirl,

I have been using the GoldClass wax before, but I have found that it doesn't last that long.

The ONLY thing that I like to use is paste wax now. It's a durable substance, and it last for a couple months (Zymol Paste wax is the bomb)

I was using Meguiars Hi Tech Yellow on my MSP and I noticed that it stopped beading after the 2nd wash. Now, I just used Mothers paste wax, about 3 weeks ago, and she still beads like brand new (and still slick )

Interesting...hmmm...I may have to give it a try.

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

What kind of crack was I on last night, nice spelling.....

lol....I don't think anyone noticed.

 

[AGR]

Clay Bars are over rated. All you'd need to clean the finish would be the Liquid Lustre. I'm tellin ya--I have used MANY different cleaners/cleaner waxes/"cutting" liquids and NOTHING has worked this easily.

Just the other day when I used it, I discovered some tar that had been on my car for a while (since the last waxing). It was so goey I couldn't even get it off with my nail, but some mild rubbing with the Liquid Lustre took it off in no time. I mean, had it been one of the other cleaner waxes that I have sitting in my garage, I would have been there forEVER.

And the buggie are even simpler. Easy-P-Cheesy.

Order some Greg, and I promise you will like it.

Diane:
With the attention to detail you give your cars, and as I do mine; have you noticed any bug splatter on the front of your cars, that is in the clear coat? You know what I am refering to? The acid from certain bugs will actually eat into the clear coat.

I had this in a few places with my last Nissan. and; I don't think there is any way to get it out, unless you actually get into the clear coat.

Here in Tennessee, and my daily drive through the backroads of over 20 miles each way to and from work, this can be a problem. Since, I have had my MAZDASPEED (and my wife's ES), I actually try to get any bugs off that evening after arriving home from work, or at least, the following morning. Then, I will hit it with Meguiar's Quik Detailer.

I spoke with Dewayne at:
http://www.premiumautocare.com/ and he knew exactly what I was talking about. Certain bugs are that acidic, and they will really mess up your paint.