I need some info on exterior detailing :)

[juvezak]

Hello every1, I'm planning to save some $$ this spring and detail the charger myself :cool: There are many products out there and its so confusing what to get.... what should I use for swirl removal, Polishing, Paint sealant and waxing if necessary?


oh and Im planning to get the ultimate detailing machine, its very similar to the porter cable but costs less, what do u guys think?

[cofo]

Hello every1, I'm planning to save some $$ this spring and detail the charger myself :cool: There are many products out there and its so confusing what to get.... what should I use for swirl removal, Polishing, Paint sealant and waxing if necessary?


oh and Im planning to get the ultimate detailing machine, its very similar to the porter cable but costs less, what do u guys think?

My local brother!

I grabbed a decent enough Simoniz buffer, price was right, seems to do the trick!... And for my initial cleaning after winter outside ill use Dawn dishsoap, but only once...As for what products to use im sure you've seen that Zaino is quite popular!..I use it and love it! I beleive you can get a "kit" off the Zaino website!

[Cuda340]

Everyone has their favorites. I use Meguiars, with teriffic results.

Start with their clay bar with Ultimate Quik Detail Spray. Then use their NXT Tech Wax 2.0 You'll be amazed at the mirror shine. I recommend that you view the Meguiars "how to" videos at:

http://www.meguiars.com/

[juvezak]

Thanks Cofo I just checked the prices for the Simoniz buffer at the crappy tire... not expensive :cool:


Cuda340 Thanks... Im getting the Meguiars 3 step system :geek:

[PlumCrazyDaytona]

Can't go wrong with Mequiars three step. Bet for the ultimate protection and shine check out Liquid Glass or Zaino.

[TopBanana107]

http://www.meguiars.com/

Mirror Glaze Professional series

#7--Show car glaze


#26--Hi-tech yellow wax


#40--Vinyl & Rubber cleaner and conditioner--good for my vinyl decals, dash, tires...

I also use aerospace 303 (or whatever it's called) to clean my interior before applying the #40 to it...even though it's a cleaner as well.

That's what I use to finish off my car. For clay bar, I have tried Turtle Wax Ice...but I'm changing brands...probably go Meguiars too. I do like the Turtle Wax Ice detailer...I may stick with that.

I'm a sucker, but I do everything by hand and I make sure that everything is buffed completely...nothing makes me more sick than finding a spot that I missed!

I also want to try a paint sealer this year...I'm not sure about that yet.

[SupremeG]

For me, I use Meguiars Gold Class soap, then ICE Turtle wax and detailing spray afterwards. The windows I use Stoners Glass cleaner, and for the tires I use Black Magic products. Here's what my Daytona looks after its all done.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb189/Daytona524/Picture004-4.jpg

[TopBanana107]

I think everyone uses Stoners because they were looking for a cheap high!

I use it also...makes the window disappear.

[pikapp]

For me, I use Meguiars Gold Class soap, then ICE Turtle wax and detailing spray afterwards. The windows I use Stoners Glass cleaner, and for the tires I use Black Magic products. Here's what my Daytona looks after its all done.


x2 exactly Except I would also recommend using the Ice Liquid Clay Bar too for this first clean. And then periodically after that.

[juvezak]

Anyone tried Wolfgang or Pinnacle?

[FLEX]

Can I add a question?

What can I use to get the minor scratches left by the snow brush???

-=FLEX=-

[JJ1o87]

Meguiars all the way

[JJ1o87]

Can I add a question?

What can I use to get the minor scratches left by the snow brush???

-=FLEX=-

I did that to my jeep last year. I bought Meguiars (I believe) Scratch Remover, its kind've like wax, you put it on let it get in the scratch and buff it out and it worked great for me.

[juvezak]

Im gonna go with Meguiards, Zaino is kinda expensive :grin:

Flexx, I had a very bad scratch on the bottom my door from small rocks or road salt... Nufinish Scratch Dr. took care of it in less than 2 mins!

[CRF450RR]

I never heard of IBIZ products 'til I was at friends house while he was detailing his Vette. He let me borrow some for the Charger. This stuff is amazing.

[njchargerfan]

to get rid of those minor scratches a sealer does he trick then hit it with a good wax afterwards. You'll be amazes just after using the sealer.

[2008 Road and Track]

Anyone tried Wolfgang or Pinnacle?

I have some Pinnacle products, there O.K., I will stick to the Meguiars Gold Class

[R/T 4 Me]

can't go wrong with Meguiars, but my local shop was out and I picked up some turtle wax "professional grade" and that worked wonders too...

and of course there is our forum sponsor Adams...:)

[2008 Road and Track]

can't go wrong with Meguiars, but my local shop was out and I picked up some turtle wax "professional grade" and that worked wonders too...

and of course there is our forum sponsor Adams...:)

Butt kisser:silenced:

[sco_pet]

meguiars does wonders.

[R/T 4 Me]

Butt kisser:silenced:

LOL, well you know just throwing it out there:D :wax:

[2008 Road and Track]

LOL, well you know just throwing it out there:D :wax:

If you get free Adam's out of it, I take it all back:silenced:

[ShartsRuinDays]

And what the hell do you do after spending 4 hours washing and waxing your ride, then drive through water on the highway from construction and have that white dust from the construction workers cutting through concrete splashed down both sides.

Sry, at school and pissed and can't rant to anyone else.