Detailing 101

SteedaGT9150 · Apr 6, 2011

i just got some chemical guys water spot remover, and that stuff is the tits

midnightdriver · Apr 6, 2011

Paste wax vs. liquid wax, which do you all prefer?

I am a paste wax fan, since I apply by hand, no money for power tools. I have tried liquid (cheap stuff) and don't like it as much.

kalvick · Apr 7, 2011

Not to derail or anything... but is there a tool that will help with doing a claybar?

I swear, after claybar'ing one panel of the car, i am too pooped to do anything else. it always takes me a few days to claybar my car. I would like to have a solution to claybar the car within an hour. that would be so sweet!

SteedaGT9150 · Apr 7, 2011

kalvick said:
Not to derail or anything... but is there a tool that will help with doing a claybar?

I swear, after claybar'ing one panel of the car, i am too pooped to do anything else. it always takes me a few days to claybar my car. I would like to have a solution to claybar the car within an hour. that would be so sweet!

rub one out every now and then

crzyhrse99 · Apr 7, 2011

SteedaGT9150 said:
rub one out every now and then

lol. I flatten my clay bar as thin as I can get it without getting any holes in it, so i get decent surface coverage if that helps any.

And to the OP, they have given you some good links to some good products most of which you will have to order. Only thing that I sometimes buy is Duragloss products and they can be found in some Napa stores sometimes. One of the better waxes for cheap that ive found is Nattys blue paste wax, have been using some dojo purple haze but I think im going back to nattys.

slayerripkdc · Apr 7, 2011

+1 Nattys BLUE!!!!!

007 · Apr 7, 2011

I tried that Meguires Ultimate Compound with a random orbit the other day and was disappointed. Its REALLY gentle. It didnt touch swirls. It'll restore the color a little, but its a really really mild cut.

Whats a good swirl remover for a 6" random buffer Handz?

And how about a basic detail recommendation for NORMAL people? Lets limit you to 6 products! Like...

For example, my pathetic detailing job consists of:

Meguires wash, I actually find Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover to be great, Mother Clay Bar kit from Wally World works good, I like Meguires Hi Tech Yellow Carnuba Wax (because it lasts ages) and I have some decent tire black stuff.
On my black SUV that Turtle Wax Black Box worked amazing. I still need something to actually remove swirls though, not just fill them in temporarily.

SRT Handz · Apr 8, 2011

If anyone has any question about detailing PLEASE ask them on the Forum link below and i will answer them. We talk hardcore detailing in this forum.

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N8Dogg98 · Apr 8, 2011

007 said:
I tried that Meguires Ultimate Compound with a random orbit the other day and was disappointed. Its REALLY gentle. It didnt touch swirls. It'll restore the color a little, but its a really really mild cut.

Whats a good swirl remover for a 6" random buffer Handz?

If you get some M105/M205, a PC, a few good pads, and use the KB method, you can do some incredible paint correction. I've had great luck with this combo. My car was just a mess with swirls and RIDS everywhere, and using this method I eliminated at least 85% of the swirls (was limited on what I could do due to the thickness of the paint).

StangYellow · Apr 9, 2011

Stumbaugh said:
Your best bet is going to be to look up SRT_Handz threads....

Agreed.

Also go to We Are Car Care -- Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detailing Supplies, Car Buffers & Car Accessories Store to see what else is out there. Some products really wont make a difference on tires, dash, etc. But when it comes to polishes, waxes or sealants, you should go with a higher quality product. You will be happy with the results.

elias101a · Apr 9, 2011

Never received the confirmation email from the forum that srt posted. what does everyone think about adams products? good products but high priced?

elias101a · Apr 9, 2011

what are the essential products to have for a wash and wax, including brushes etc

SRT Handz · Apr 9, 2011

elias101a said:
Never received the confirmation email from the forum that srt posted. what does everyone think about adams products? good products but high priced?

check your spam folder on your email.

deftsound · Apr 9, 2011

elias101a said:
yeah i actually just found a local adams seller, are their products really the best? because a lot of people speak very highly of them and dont speak highly of some of the products i bought

the products you bought are fine, i've never bought into the whole expensive chemical brothers crap, i've always got my car looking awesome with products auto parts stores sell.

txredgt · Apr 9, 2011

elias101a said:
what are the essential products to have for a wash and wax, including brushes etc

I like the Adams stuff and that is what I will continue to use. I will look into Chemical Guys stuff but not having a dealer near me makes it to where I will have to ship it, if I want Adams I make a phone call and pick it up same day. As far as products to do wash/wax I would say this:

2 Buckets (MUST)
Tire brush
Wash pad
Car Shampoo
Soft towels or air dry (Detail spray when the car is wet helps dry things too surprisingly)
Tire dressing
Metal/Chrome polish if your wheels call for it
Clay Bar
Detail spray
A few good microfiber cloths
Wax of choice
More microfiber towels

I am pretty sure that is a good list.

RedDaemon · Apr 9, 2011

you forgot grit guards

txredgt · Apr 9, 2011

RedDaemon said:
you forgot grit guards

I have one, but I don't know if its a great thing I find that it moves around in the bottom ALOT and comes up as well so it seems to just stir up the dirt instead of keeping it down. I guess I need a different bucket but I think even the 2 bucket method is sufficient enough for the everyday wash.

slayerripkdc · Apr 9, 2011

Darker color cars such as black, darker reds, purple.... you can notice swirls and marrying which will almost look like holograms in the paint. The 2 bucket method works great to help eliminate inducing swirls and marrying. Always make sure your wash mitt and towels have no traces of dirt or grime stuck on them.

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