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Let's discuss auto detailing
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:07 am
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:07 am
I've been lazy and hitting the drive thru wash lately, but it's about time for me to do a thorough hand wash before the deep cold weather comes around. What methods are preferred these days as far as washing and rinsing goes? Are there any dos and donts and or products yall would recommend? Do I need an orbital buffer? Walk me though this like I'm a 5 year old please.
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Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:07 am to PapaPogey
Auto detailing is stupid
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:09 am to KingRanch
K
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:09 am to PapaPogey
Here's what I suggest you buy:
Wash - Mark V Auto Glow 128 oz - LINK
They may not be able to ship this outside hawaii, but I'm ordering it.
Wash Mitt - MICROPAK 7" x 9" Ultra-Plush Micro Fiber Wash Mitt - LINK
You'll need to buy a new one once a year.
Drying - MICROPAK 25" x 36" Ultra-Soft Waffle Weave Micro Fiber Towel - LINK
I would recommend buying two of these. They will soak up a lot of water, don't leave streaks. I have found it a lot easier and quicker when I just use two. That way I don't have to keep ringing them out when they get saturated.
Wheels and other "dirty" places - MICROPAK 16" x 16" Ultra Micro Fiber Wheel Towel - LINK
Use these for wheels, door jams, and places that hold a lot of dirt. You don't want to use your mit for these areas, because you don't want that nastiness getting on your paint.
You can get wheel and tire cleaner at the local auto store. Stick with the best all purpose wheel cleaner you can get. Typically I use Meguiars all purpose. it comes in a purple bottle. My tire cleaner comes in a white bottle. You can clean you wheels with the wheel towel I listed above. Use a brush to clean your tires. You can find that at the auto store too. Also you need some tire shine and an applicator for it.
Here's the process I normally take when cleaning the car.
1. Wash the tires and wheels FIRST
2. Spray the car down.
3. Wash one section at a time. Soap should not be on the car for more than 2 minutes
4. Dry with waffle towels Dry the paint sections first, then hit the windows.
5. Shine the wheels.
6. Admire my work, then go show it off.
DONT SKIMP. Man up and buy what I've listed ALL OF IT. Don't buy any towels of any kind from the local auto store unless they are not going to be used on paint. This will be good enough to get you cleaning right. Now we just need to get your truck polished up. It's going to sting the wallet, but a lot of that stuff will last a long time. Also, when you wash your towels, USE LIQUID DETERGENT. The microfiber treats dry detergent like dirt, and it can get stuck and cause scratches in future washes. It isn't likely, but if you're going to go through all of this why take any chances?
/thread
Wash - Mark V Auto Glow 128 oz - LINK
They may not be able to ship this outside hawaii, but I'm ordering it.
Wash Mitt - MICROPAK 7" x 9" Ultra-Plush Micro Fiber Wash Mitt - LINK
You'll need to buy a new one once a year.
Drying - MICROPAK 25" x 36" Ultra-Soft Waffle Weave Micro Fiber Towel - LINK
I would recommend buying two of these. They will soak up a lot of water, don't leave streaks. I have found it a lot easier and quicker when I just use two. That way I don't have to keep ringing them out when they get saturated.
Wheels and other "dirty" places - MICROPAK 16" x 16" Ultra Micro Fiber Wheel Towel - LINK
Use these for wheels, door jams, and places that hold a lot of dirt. You don't want to use your mit for these areas, because you don't want that nastiness getting on your paint.
You can get wheel and tire cleaner at the local auto store. Stick with the best all purpose wheel cleaner you can get. Typically I use Meguiars all purpose. it comes in a purple bottle. My tire cleaner comes in a white bottle. You can clean you wheels with the wheel towel I listed above. Use a brush to clean your tires. You can find that at the auto store too. Also you need some tire shine and an applicator for it.
Here's the process I normally take when cleaning the car.
1. Wash the tires and wheels FIRST
2. Spray the car down.
3. Wash one section at a time. Soap should not be on the car for more than 2 minutes
4. Dry with waffle towels Dry the paint sections first, then hit the windows.
5. Shine the wheels.
6. Admire my work, then go show it off.
DONT SKIMP. Man up and buy what I've listed ALL OF IT. Don't buy any towels of any kind from the local auto store unless they are not going to be used on paint. This will be good enough to get you cleaning right. Now we just need to get your truck polished up. It's going to sting the wallet, but a lot of that stuff will last a long time. Also, when you wash your towels, USE LIQUID DETERGENT. The microfiber treats dry detergent like dirt, and it can get stuck and cause scratches in future washes. It isn't likely, but if you're going to go through all of this why take any chances?
/thread
This post was edited on 12/12/14 at 5:34 pm
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:15 am to RebelOP
Thanks man 
Will a regular wax buff job remove these light swirl marks I have on my paint? It's a pearl metallic paint job so it's tough to keep fresh.
Will a regular wax buff job remove these light swirl marks I have on my paint? It's a pearl metallic paint job so it's tough to keep fresh. Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:17 am to PapaPogey
Did ya get those swirl marks in the fuucking carwash? 
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:18 am to PapaPogey
Wax on, wax off? 
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:18 am to BRgetthenet
There was a thread awhile back that had some great info on this...I bookmarked.
Let me answer all of your detailing questions
Let me answer all of your detailing questions
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:19 am to PapaPogey
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:19 am to BRgetthenet
Most likely. Very light though
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:24 am to PapaPogey
Read this: LINK
It's an excellent write up of how to detail your entire car. I highly suggest getting an orbital. You can get a nice kit that comes with all the polishing compounds you would need for not too much money.
It's an excellent write up of how to detail your entire car. I highly suggest getting an orbital. You can get a nice kit that comes with all the polishing compounds you would need for not too much money.
This post was edited on 12/12/14 at 11:26 am
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:30 am to PapaPogey
swirl marks come from a dirty wash mitt most of the time. Use a separate bucket and mitt for the wheels and rocker panels.
To remove swirl marks from paint, let a pro handle a buffer with a mild cutting compound.
Keep a coat of wax on it, GTG.
ETA: Also, go to the carwash first thing in the AM. The water is cleaner then as most recycle the water.
To remove swirl marks from paint, let a pro handle a buffer with a mild cutting compound.
Keep a coat of wax on it, GTG.
ETA: Also, go to the carwash first thing in the AM. The water is cleaner then as most recycle the water.
This post was edited on 12/12/14 at 11:33 am
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:30 am to VetteGuy
BTW, isn't your truck dark green?
Posted on 12/12/14 at 11:50 am to VetteGuy
Yes metallic
Posted on 12/12/14 at 12:02 pm to PapaPogey
2 Bucket method
Quality soap
Quality mitt and towels
Good coat of sealant (research the sealant and how to layer it if you want multiple)
Carnauba if you want deeper color; I'd recommend layering with sealant if you want it to last
Full detail with clay/polish once a year
Quality soap
Quality mitt and towels
Good coat of sealant (research the sealant and how to layer it if you want multiple)
Carnauba if you want deeper color; I'd recommend layering with sealant if you want it to last
Full detail with clay/polish once a year
Posted on 12/12/14 at 12:04 pm to PapaPogey
I wouldn't mess with a buffer on a truck as new as yours.
Wash with 2 buckets, one for soap, one to rinse. Start at top, work to bottom. Use different pad for bottom rocker panels. Clay bar it if you really want to. Wax. Done.
Wash with 2 buckets, one for soap, one to rinse. Start at top, work to bottom. Use different pad for bottom rocker panels. Clay bar it if you really want to. Wax. Done.
Posted on 12/12/14 at 12:14 pm to PapaPogey
Yeah, dark colors are the worst.
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