Detailing Tips!
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Detailing Tips!
I wanted to post this in some other detailing thread but could not find one that would relate to what I'm about to post.
So Instead of posting it in some other detailing threat I figured I'll open separate thread where not only me but the rest of you could post some detailing tips that not widely known and used. Maybe something that you came up on your own or heard of somebody else and don't mind sharing with us.
So here is my tip.
As you all know that windows on the cars are just like paint and they like to collect all kinds of nasty **** on them that does not want to come off with simple window cleaner. So we are forced to use the clay bar on them as well.
I have been trying to clay my windows for some time. And all my attempts failed miserably. I would use car detailing spray, soap water, simple water as lubricants and nothing worked they way I wanted to.
I would spend hours claying the window and barely remove anything.
So few weekends ago when I was washing/detailing my G I decided to try and use windows cleaner as the lubricant for the clay bar.
And it worked like a charm.
I did not have to wipe the window down and re clay the same area over and over like I did using other lubricants.
Using window cleaner I could get all the crap off the window allot faster.
The cleaner I used was just a regular Invisible Glass that you can find at any auto parts store.
I used it just like you would use any other lubricant. Simple spray on the window and use clay bar. If area gets too dry then spray some more.
Obviously the clay bar had to be thrown away after such claying.
Share the gift of knowledge.
So Instead of posting it in some other detailing threat I figured I'll open separate thread where not only me but the rest of you could post some detailing tips that not widely known and used. Maybe something that you came up on your own or heard of somebody else and don't mind sharing with us.
So here is my tip.
As you all know that windows on the cars are just like paint and they like to collect all kinds of nasty **** on them that does not want to come off with simple window cleaner. So we are forced to use the clay bar on them as well.
I have been trying to clay my windows for some time. And all my attempts failed miserably. I would use car detailing spray, soap water, simple water as lubricants and nothing worked they way I wanted to.
I would spend hours claying the window and barely remove anything.
So few weekends ago when I was washing/detailing my G I decided to try and use windows cleaner as the lubricant for the clay bar.
And it worked like a charm.
I did not have to wipe the window down and re clay the same area over and over like I did using other lubricants.
Using window cleaner I could get all the crap off the window allot faster.
The cleaner I used was just a regular Invisible Glass that you can find at any auto parts store.
I used it just like you would use any other lubricant. Simple spray on the window and use clay bar. If area gets too dry then spray some more.
Obviously the clay bar had to be thrown away after such claying.
Share the gift of knowledge.
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My tips are weak; just the average tips for detailing:
You can clay your car quicker by just using the water on your car (distilled water bottle as lube) after you do a wash and doing a second rinse than dry (Might not work so well if your paint is heavily contaminated; use a QD just incase)
You can use ONR/Car wash soap as a QD/Clay lube
Wash from top to bottom
Use a grout sponge for lower body panels and Sheepskins mitt for upper panels
Do not ONR wash with a sheepskin mitt unless you don't mind having a mitt thrown out every 3-4 washes
Remove the nozzle off your hose to sheet water; allows you to dry your car with a single WWT
Using KAIO/KSG as RainX/wheel sealant is an excellent idea
Using KAIO on your exhaust tips after a polish makes taking the crap off later on a joy (one wipe)
Wetsanding is NOT as bad as it sounds; try it on a junk part and judge for yourself
Applying Polishing in a X pattern on your polishing pad means you have a less chance of dropping polish when you apply it to a vertical surface (I'm a newb so forgive me)
Armour-All has its place; the tirewells
Leather cleaners DO NOT actually do anything special for our seats than a regular pH balanced cleaner
Magic Eraser DOES NOT go well with coated plastics (thanks guys )
Do not apply Tire Shine to the inside of your tires; especially if you plan to drive on a wet road
No matter how much work you put into getting your car all nicely cleaned and putting a couple layers of wax on it; it can all go away after a single drive through car wash
^^ All general stuff; probably much more I am forgetting
You can clay your car quicker by just using the water on your car (distilled water bottle as lube) after you do a wash and doing a second rinse than dry (Might not work so well if your paint is heavily contaminated; use a QD just incase)
You can use ONR/Car wash soap as a QD/Clay lube
Wash from top to bottom
Use a grout sponge for lower body panels and Sheepskins mitt for upper panels
Do not ONR wash with a sheepskin mitt unless you don't mind having a mitt thrown out every 3-4 washes
Remove the nozzle off your hose to sheet water; allows you to dry your car with a single WWT
Using KAIO/KSG as RainX/wheel sealant is an excellent idea
Using KAIO on your exhaust tips after a polish makes taking the crap off later on a joy (one wipe)
Wetsanding is NOT as bad as it sounds; try it on a junk part and judge for yourself
Applying Polishing in a X pattern on your polishing pad means you have a less chance of dropping polish when you apply it to a vertical surface (I'm a newb so forgive me)
Armour-All has its place; the tirewells
Leather cleaners DO NOT actually do anything special for our seats than a regular pH balanced cleaner
Magic Eraser DOES NOT go well with coated plastics (thanks guys )
Do not apply Tire Shine to the inside of your tires; especially if you plan to drive on a wet road
No matter how much work you put into getting your car all nicely cleaned and putting a couple layers of wax on it; it can all go away after a single drive through car wash
^^ All general stuff; probably much more I am forgetting
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great tips.... most of them common knowledge, but for those who don't wash their car themselves, these would help.
i don't know if other's use this, but wd40 makes taking bugs off my front bumper easier. I don't know how safe it is though.
I used to use a chemical called Acrylsol (sp?) that i got from a buddy with a body shop (mercedes body shop). Made taking ANYTHING off easy. Tar behind the rear tires would come off with one swipe.... Wish i still had some. (but it may be dangerous for your paint, so don't let it sit, spray and wipe)
Wash your car in the evenings when the suns about to go down. It's cooler, and less chances of the water drying up on your car, causing water spots...
i don't know if other's use this, but wd40 makes taking bugs off my front bumper easier. I don't know how safe it is though.
I used to use a chemical called Acrylsol (sp?) that i got from a buddy with a body shop (mercedes body shop). Made taking ANYTHING off easy. Tar behind the rear tires would come off with one swipe.... Wish i still had some. (but it may be dangerous for your paint, so don't let it sit, spray and wipe)
Wash your car in the evenings when the suns about to go down. It's cooler, and less chances of the water drying up on your car, causing water spots...
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Originally Posted by SVLRx
great tips.... most of them common knowledge, but for those who don't wash their car themselves, these would help.
i don't know if other's use this, but wd40 makes taking bugs off my front bumper easier. I don't know how safe it is though.
I used to use a chemical called Acrylsol (sp?) that i got from a buddy with a body shop (mercedes body shop). Made taking ANYTHING off easy. Tar behind the rear tires would come off with one swipe.... Wish i still had some. (but it may be dangerous for your paint, so don't let it sit, spray and wipe)
Wash your car in the evenings when the suns about to go down. It's cooler, and less chances of the water drying up on your car, causing water spots...
i don't know if other's use this, but wd40 makes taking bugs off my front bumper easier. I don't know how safe it is though.
I used to use a chemical called Acrylsol (sp?) that i got from a buddy with a body shop (mercedes body shop). Made taking ANYTHING off easy. Tar behind the rear tires would come off with one swipe.... Wish i still had some. (but it may be dangerous for your paint, so don't let it sit, spray and wipe)
Wash your car in the evenings when the suns about to go down. It's cooler, and less chances of the water drying up on your car, causing water spots...
WD40 is definately great for getting junk off the car; but I am a bit hazy also on how safe it is. It definately strips any wax/sealant on the vehicle and I also heard sleazy dealerships use it to fill imperfections in vehicle paints.
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i only use the WD40 if i can't get the bugs off/ i don't have any bug remover around.... But i keep my car waxed monthly so i really dont have a big bug removal problem.
I use stoners invisible glass, on my windows, i know most of y'all know about it, but yea, for those who don't, go out and get a can. Trust me, you'll be happy....
I use stoners invisible glass, on my windows, i know most of y'all know about it, but yea, for those who don't, go out and get a can. Trust me, you'll be happy....
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Do not ONR wash with a sheepskin mitt unless you don't mind having a mitt thrown out every 3-4 washes
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Originally Posted by kalak451
I have definitely noticed that ONR seems to eat through sheepskin mitts. Whats a good alternative? I'm not sure i have ever seen a detailing howto that didn't recommend using sheepskin?
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Originally Posted by gary c
My best detail tip is to keep your car in the garage when not being driven....if
you don't have access to a garage invest in a good car cover. By using either of these the gunk won't collect on your cars....I use both!
Gary.... HEY, that's my 5000 post!
you don't have access to a garage invest in a good car cover. By using either of these the gunk won't collect on your cars....I use both!
Gary.... HEY, that's my 5000 post!
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