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OK I have an 04 but I take good care of her.

Zaino wash and Zaino wax every 2-3 months.

 

i use the optimum no rinse wash + other optimum line products once a week

black is hard to take care of

 

Wash, clay bar, then wax once a month. It's black, so I deal with the swirlies.

 

Try http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=9

 

I'd suggest reading these twos threads.

https://g35driver.com/forums/care-detailing/141057-detailing-caring-your-ride.html
https://g35driver.com/forums/care-detailing/147922-ask-professional-detailer.html

 

I use only wet sponge for washing

Turtle Wax Zip Wax Car Wash

Mothers PowerPolish Swirl and Scratch Remover

Trade Secret Carnauba Wax (which is the knock off of Pinnacle)

 

How well does the Mother's work?? I dried my car with a Chamois the last 2 times and I think it is putting little scratches in my paint. I decided to just dry with Microfiber mits now.

Also, I see a stage 1 and stage 2 with the Mother's. Which do you use? What's the diff?? Thanks.

 

I definitely wouldn't use a sponge for washing your car. With a sponge's pourous material, it will hold dirt and you'll be pushing that dirt over your car's paint causing swirl marks. I personally would recommend using a 100% sheepskin or microfiber mitt along with two buckets.

 

Used to use Zaino Z7, but now I use Optimum No Rinse.

 

Sorry I use fresh (new) sponges every wash.

 

Even if you use new sponges though, all the dirt on your car will get trapped in that sponge and you'll be pushing that dirt all over your car. The reason why people recommend sheepskin or microfiber mitts is because they release the dirt alot better. That's also why using two buckets is recommended as well. I would really consider not using sponges anymore.

 

Well put Shane, I second your recommendation.

On top of that, I'd recommend using a Grit Guard insert on your second wash bucket w/o the suds, sheet rinsing prior to drying and Waffle Weave drying towels first blot drying, then wiping the remaining water.

If anyone any needs any quality wash products please do not hesitate to contact me.

George

 

Good tip for beginners is to buy premium cotton towels. and if posible dry the car with a gas or electric blower to get as much water off the car as possible before using the towels to finish up.

 

i have a 07 granite silver g35, first i rinse the car down then with a sponge clean the car with a bucket of car wash soap..lol, then rinse then use one of those drying towels, dry the whole care carefully, then i use turtle wax the liquid kind and wax, the car then i put tire shine...from there it looks spank'in new