Man I've almost never had the Tarminator fail on me for the removal of tar. I would spray the tarminator on a soft cloth and hold it on the surface for about 1 minute, hopefully it will dissolve it further. If that doesn't work I'd probably try a medium grade clay bar assuming the build ups are not overly large. If that doesn't work I would move up to mineral spirits or the 3M Adhesive Remover, but please thoroughly wash and clean the area afterward.

Greg @ DI

 

There are not polishes you need for certain colors and the M105 (2x orange pads) and then the M205 (2x white pads) should work great. Otherwise you have the process down and it should really help make the paint look like new. The detailing guide should be a big help and if needed don't hesitate to ask me any questions.

Greg @ DI

 

I will tackle this again shortly..the problem seems like since most of it is on the bottom of the sideskirt, even if I saturate the area, it drips down. So I did hold a microfiber towel against it after spraying...but it didn't seem to work. Just a hard area to work on as I either have to be on my back, or constantly laying down and getting back up. Wish I still had my creeper.

On another note, I plan on doing some M105/M205 correction soon...was wondering if I need to hit the area with alcohol/water mix after applying M105, and before proceeding with M205? Thanks!

 

i accidentally put major swirl marks on my moms lexus wind shield by trying to remove hard water deposits, i got those out but now i have swirl marks all over, what can i do !? I tryed an orbital with rubbing compound by turtle wax and that barely put a dent in it "/

HELP PLEASE !

 

General question.
Have a black dashboard with multiple cracks.
Whats the bast way to repair it or replace it

 

I am referring to the vinyl/leather dashboard cracked by the sun !

 

how about what you would do to the inside of a car

 

Many detailers I know have stopped using the 50/50 mix of IPA. It's traditionally used after both polishes are used to remove any oils they might leave behind, to enhance the durability of a sealant. Good luck with this and keep us posted on your results!

Greg @ DI

 

Glass is extremely hard compared to the clear coat so it's really challenging to polish. The Glass Science Glass Scrub is my go to deep cleaner for glass as it removes a lot of really stubborn contaminants, however it's not really designed to remove swirls. For that I'd suggest googling around for a glass polishing kit if you want to tackle it on your own. Another option, which you and she may not like, is submitting an insurance claim usually you can get glass replaced for $0 deductible, but obviously you have to check the policy. Sorry I can't be more helpful here.

Greg @ DI

 

Unfortunately if it's cracked you're going to have replace it for a total fix, try looking up the part #. The Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil is a good at conditioning leather, vinyl, rubber, etc. so if you want to make it look a bit better this is a great option, but it will not fix the cracks! If you want to prevent further UV damage the 303 Aerospace Protectant is our best protectant. Let me know if you have any questions.

Greg @ DI

 

As always it depends on the car, it's condition and my goals, but here is a general outline. The 303 Cleaner & Spot Remover is my go to interior cleaner for the dashboard, doors, console, carpets, fabrics, etc. Just wipe it on or brush it in the fabrics and it cleans quickly and safely. 303 Aerospace Protectant protects just about the whole interior (vinyl, plastic, rubber, leather). It blocks out UV rays and preserves the finish so apply it to the dashboard, doors, console, arm rests, exterior trim, rubber moldings, etc. etc. Protecting the carpets and mats is super easy just mist the 303 High Tech Fabric Guard on them and you are done! It will help repel moisture and the fabric will look exactly the same. It's such an easy step that many people skip over but trust me it's well worth it. The SONAX Leather Foam can be used on the leather as well to keep it clean, without any extra gloss or shine that is generally not good for the leather. The Chemical Guys Window Clean and two microfiber towels are great on the glass!

Let me know if you have any other questions and I'll be happy to help.

Greg @ DI

 

hi greg,

read the guide and i have some questions, I already bought the CG 50/500 and CG Jetseal 109. Just want to make sure...the M105/M205 are polishes (need orange or yellow/white). Then polish with the CG Jetseal 109 (white pad) and wax with CG 50/50 (black pad)?

Wondering how to do this correctly especially since I already bought the CG 50/50 and CG Jetseal 109.

Also, what's the best way to apply the water spot remover? I have a ton of hardwater marks all over my car. I figure if I polish it'll go away, but I don't know about the windows. Just elbow grease?

 

For watermarks on the glass I highly recommend the Glass Science Glass Scrub. Glass is very hard and this product works extremely well at removing these extra stubborn contaminants. The Chemical Guys Water Spot Remover is applied by hand and a soft applicator or cloth. I would wear a rubber glove and wipe with light to medium pressure on the affected areas. I wash the car before hand and after to be on the safe side.

As for pad combos here is what I'd suggest:
M105 Orange or Cyan Pad
M205 White or Tangerine Pad
Jetseal 109 Blue Pad
50/50 hand applied

Let me know if you have any other questions and I'll be happy to help.

Greg @ DI

 

What's the best buffer I could get for $150? For detailing purposes such as buffing, waxing, etc.

And what's the difference between and orbital one and a non-orbital one?

 

Alright im a noobie and i have a question from the man himself, if you had $100-$200 dollars and a brand new 7424xp on your doorstep, looking at a pretty severely swirled lazer red G35, what would you buy? I am reading around but honestly overwhelmed with the number of different articles suggesting different items. I am looking into the poorboys kits, i need a good compound (my mirrors are faded to hell) and would like a good "wet" and shiny look, but more important is the fact that the car is not garaged, so i need weather protection and something that seals really well. I am looking only for paint correction as i have the headlights and interior stuff i am very happy with.

Pad suggestions are always welcome as well.