ICOOLUM Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 I agree with all that's been said. peoples detail products are as personal as the brand of beer they like. I was sponsored by Meguiars at one time and their high end products work great. I have used probably 10-12 different brands including most all mentioned.and find them all to have good products. You might find a good paste wax from Meg's and a good quick detail from The Chemical Guys etc. I have used The Chemical Guys products for a couple of years now and feel you get great quality for the dollar.I simply haven't tried anything that I don't like from them. They also have killer deals on microfiber towels buffing pads and other needs etc. They are the manufacturer of products for many of the other guys and private label for them such as ADAMS. JMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecrissman Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 I thought we already covered this. Complete with links and instructions. What you dont trust a site with nearly 1 million members that are detail enthusiast or do it for a living? What more do you want man? Unfortunately copy and paste on my phone messes up the links but dude what's up Yes, that is exactly what you want to do and here are the products to do it with. In Order. 1. http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 2. Seeline 12 3. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (body panelsonly /ever) 4. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (rims, rockers, rear valancenever touches thepaintof bodypanels) 5. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 6. Seeline 12 7. Rewash and dry 8. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (2 orange, 2 white, 2 blue) Hands down thebestfor the money, You get what you payfor and this machine doesn’t jigglea pad with a counter weight(thinkvibrator) like the Porter Cable. The flexisa gear driven unit that is almost impossibleto useincorrectly. Itdoes ALL the workyou simplymove it around in small 12”X12” squares. There are videos on AutoGeekthatyou can watch. 9. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> ( you can usethe hand applicator later in the list. Trying to remove and defects in the paint by hand is a waste oftime and energy). 10. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 11. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 12. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> This bundle is sweet! I thinkthat’severything, I was trying to compose in between phonecalls, kids, and a wife flying out to Chicago worried shewon'tbe able to get back home with this"storm".. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygator Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Wow... A detailing thread and didn't see it? Yes, your plan sounds good. My regimen goes like this: - Wash with microfiber mitt (two bucket method...) - clay bar - polish/sealant - wax I use Poorboys products. If you are interested, I can give you the specific products I use. But whatever you choose, PLEASE use the best microfiber towels--ones that are specific for their intended use. For example, I have microfiber towels for buffing, polishing, quick detailing, some specific for glass, etc. Anyway... Farmboys post above is dead on. It's about process not product. The only thing I would change is making the polish/sealant 2 different steps. I'm not a fan of products that polish and seal at the same time. For the poster that thinks you are wrong to clay the car, I think he is dead wrong. Go to any detailing forum an ask that question. Even brand new cars get contaminants on them. Rail dust in transport is one. And clay the whole car. Windows included. Don't clay the roof?!?? Id like to know what he was thinking. Maybe he was on drugs to think contaminants don't get there. And if you asking what products I use? They don't call me Peter Adams for nothing... I have given detail clinics and attend them regularly. www.adamspolishes.com And with out a doubt you must use quality microfiber towels. This is the biggest mistake most folks do. They put all the hard work into correcting their cars using cheap towels from china. Here's a fail proof test for your towels. Take a blank cd. Rub it with the towel. If it leaves micro-scratches on the cd. It will do the same to your car. Adams microfibers will not scratch the cd. Same for Griots. Those are the ones I use. But am sure there are others. Good luck and have fun with your new ride!!! :happy feet: Pics!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdrawkit Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Hey jersygator.."".no drugs taken here"".....a new vehicle should be wet sanded/or light compound used to remove the ORANGE FLAKE from the manufactures paint... Takes many many hours to do this process with the right material and polishers....AND $$$.....To think that a new car is covered by GRIT from being in the real world for WHAT 2 /3days of transport is a little overboard....Vehicles that sit on dealers lots for months are usually DE-OXIDATED befor being DETAILED for the customer/s...There is alot of difference between a BRAND NEW DELIVERY and one that has sat for weeks/months on the lot/s....I AGREE with the CLOTH/S used...Most damage is done after all the cleaning is done by waxing with inferior CLOTHS......We use 3 different body shops in our area and all agree to use the right COMPOUND and POLISHERS to get the best RESULTS....You should have mentioned that more and more owners leave alot of marks from the CLAY BAR...WHY?? Because of inproper use and INFERIOR PRODUCTS....... OH ..you also forgot to MENTION that Vehicles should have a CHEMICAL BATH before starting any of the above workkk.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlock Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Wait a minute! Y'all are talking about the OUTSIDE of the car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecrissman Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Awe $h!t, I thought we were talkin about an interior detail. I just used compound and polished my air bag cover and was clay baring my seats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlock Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Awe $h!t, I thought we were talkin about an interior detail. I just used compound and polished my air bag cover and was clay baring my seats. And five bucks says SOME guy is trying to talk his girlfriend into a Brazilian with a tub of Meguiar's in one hand and a rotary buffer in the other.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecrissman Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 And five bucks says SOME guy is trying to talk his girlfriend into a Brazilian with a tub of Meguiar's in one hand and a rotary buffer in the other.... Been there done that.. With the wool pad you can skip the Meguiars and just let'er rip.. smooth for months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtkeith Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Wow... A detailing thread and didn't see it? Anyway... Farmboys post above is dead on. It's about process not product. The only thing I would change is making the polish/sealant 2 different steps. I'm not a fan of products that polish and seal at the same time. For the poster that thinks you are wrong to clay the car, I think he is dead wrong. Go to any detailing forum an ask that question. Even brand new cars get contaminants on them. Rail dust in transport is one. And clay the whole car. Windows included. Don't clay the roof?!?? Id like to know what he was thinking. Maybe he was on drugs to think contaminants don't get there. And if you asking what products I use? They don't call me Peter Adams for nothing... I have given detail clinics and attend them regularly. www.adamspolishes.com And with out a doubt you must use quality microfiber towels. This is the biggest mistake most folks do. They put all the hard work into correcting their cars using cheap towels from china. Here's a fail proof test for your towels. Take a blank cd. Rub it with the towel. If it leaves micro-scratches on the cd. It will do the same to your car. Adams microfibers will not scratch the cd. Same for Griots. Those are the ones I use. But am sure there are others. Good luck and have fun with your new ride!!! :happy feet: Pics!!!! I agree with Peter Adams...clay bar is a must when you buy a new car it's amazing what crap gets on the cars paint from the factory to the dealer then I do the clay bar twice a year after that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave 316 Posted November 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 I thought we already covered this. Complete with links and instructions. What you dont trust a site with nearly 1 million members that are detail enthusiast or do it for a living? What more do you want man? Unfortunately copy and paste on my phone messes up the links but dude what's up Yes, that is exactly what you want to do and here are the products to do it with. In Order. 1. http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span>'>http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 2. Seeline 12 3. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (body panelsonly /ever) 4. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (rims, rockers, rear valancenever touches thepaintof bodypanels) 5. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 6. Seeline 12 7. Rewash and dry 8. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> (2 orange, 2 white, 2 blue) Hands down thebestfor the money, You get what you payfor and this machine doesn't jigglea pad with a counter weight(thinkvibrator) like the Porter Cable. The flexisa gear driven unit that is almost impossibleto useincorrectly. Itdoes ALL the workyou simplymove it around in small 12"X12" squares. There are videos on AutoGeekthatyou can watch. 9. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> ( you can usethe hand applicator later in the list. Trying to remove and defects in the paint by hand is a waste oftime and energy). 10. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 11. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> 12. http://www.autogeek....></span></span> This bundle is sweet! I thinkthat'severything, I was trying to compose in between phonecalls, kids, and a wife flying out to Chicago worried shewon'tbe able to get back home with this"storm".. hey Ecrissman, i started this thread 10 days before i pm'd you after i found a thread about detailing that you responded in. and really appreciate you pm'ing me details on what to do. i never added to this post after your advise, so i'm not sure about the opening of this post. me unlike some others only need to be told once. i followed everything you instructed me on in the pm and never asked another question or made another post on this or any other forum. Thank you again for all of your insight, it has been very helpful. dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecrissman Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 hey Ecrissman, i started this thread 10 days before i pm'd you after i found a thread about detailing that you responded in. and really appreciate you pm'ing me details on what to do. i never added to this post after your advise, so i'm not sure about the opening of this post. me unlike some others only need to be told once. i followed everything you instructed me on in the pm and never asked another question or made another post on this or any other forum. Thank you again for all of your insight, it has been very helpful. dave Then I owe you an apology, it came up under new topics or posts on my mobile. One of my many short comings is being a big picture kind of guy.. I didn't even look at the date. So I am sorry.. on a serious note I like Madlock's meguiars and rotary... Some of the chicks I know may go for it. Like all forums... it didn't happen if ya don't have pictures ... but where thread would you post them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave 316 Posted November 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 ordered the products, just waiting for them to arrive. was going to pm you. i still need to order the mezerna for the polish step,( clay,polish, wax) but you didn't state which mezerna product to go with. dave. ps, no apology needed. didn't want you to think i was like Mr. NVH! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygator Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 Hey jersygator.."".no drugs taken here"".....a new vehicle should be wet sanded/or light compound used to remove the ORANGE FLAKE from the manufactures paint... Takes many many hours to do this process with the right material and polishers....AND $$$.....To think that a new car is covered by GRIT from being in the real world for WHAT 2 /3days of transport is a little overboard....Vehicles that sit on dealers lots for months are usually DE-OXIDATED befor being DETAILED for the customer/s...There is alot of difference between a BRAND NEW DELIVERY and one that has sat for weeks/months on the lot/s....I AGREE with the CLOTH/S used...Most damage is done after all the cleaning is done by waxing with inferior CLOTHS......We use 3 different body shops in our area and all agree to use the right COMPOUND and POLISHERS to get the best RESULTS....You should have mentioned that more and more owners leave alot of marks from the CLAY BAR...WHY?? Because of inproper use and INFERIOR PRODUCTS....... OH ..you also forgot to MENTION that Vehicles should have a CHEMICAL BATH before starting any of the above workkk.... Yes I know one should color sand a car first, if you want that "show car" shine. But that isn't a task for the novice tat is asking for a first detail. And the true way to tell if a car needs clay is to do a baggie test. Putting your hand in a plastic baggie and lightly rubbing the surface. You can feel and hear contaminants. And I guess claying can be a little hazardous if you don't use enough detail spray to lubricate it and or allow contaminants to remain in the clay. So all good points... I'm not familiar with chemical baths. So you got me there. Glad we agree on the towels! B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygator Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 ordered the products, just waiting for them to arrive. was going to pm you. i still need to order the mezerna for the polish step,( clay,polish, wax) but you didn't state which mezerna product to go with. dave. ps, no apology needed. didn't want you to think i was like Mr. NVH! lol Don't forget the pics when you are done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsquared Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 I have had great results for years using Maguire products. About claying a new car, I ordered a new F150 a few years ago and picked it up the day it was delivered to the dealer. It had terrible "rail dust" or something and I clayed it a week later and it came slick as a whistle. Highly recommend the clay. I also prefer single application products. No combination products, takes longer but worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSX4833 Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 I hate laughing when trying to get over a cough. You guys are hilarious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnf Posted November 9, 2012 Report Share Posted November 9, 2012 I thought this thread was about NVH ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IngotSilverSnake Posted November 15, 2012 Report Share Posted November 15, 2012 The problem is with this product is I can't even buy it to try it. (Precleaner) "NOTE: Not available for sale in the state of California. Non-CARB compliant" I guess you are not getting my PMs. If you PM me your Name and Address, I will send you the Pre-Cleaner! UPS looked at the bottle and said no problem with ground shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikejaeggi Posted November 17, 2012 Report Share Posted November 17, 2012 Wow... A detailing thread and didn't see it? Anyway... Farmboys post above is dead on. It's about process not product. The only thing I would change is making the polish/sealant 2 different steps. I'm not a fan of products that polish and seal at the same time. For the poster that thinks you are wrong to clay the car, I think he is dead wrong. Go to any detailing forum an ask that question. Even brand new cars get contaminants on them. Rail dust in transport is one. And clay the whole car. Windows included. Don't clay the roof?!?? Id like to know what he was thinking. Maybe he was on drugs to think contaminants don't get there. And if you asking what products I use? They don't call me Peter Adams for nothing... I have given detail clinics and attend them regularly. www.adamspolishes.com And with out a doubt you must use quality microfiber towels. This is the biggest mistake most folks do. They put all the hard work into correcting their cars using cheap towels from china. Here's a fail proof test for your towels. Take a blank cd. Rub it with the towel. If it leaves micro-scratches on the cd. It will do the same to your car. Adams microfibers will not scratch the cd. Same for Griots. Those are the ones I use. But am sure there are others. Good luck and have fun with your new ride!!! :happy feet: Pics!!!! thanks for the reccomendation on adams products, I've always been a Zaino guy but it's time for a re-order so I'm going to give the Adams products a try. they have a great bundle pack with bucket, microfiber towels, wash, polishes, wax, etc i just ordered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluepwr Posted November 19, 2012 Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 look in to Finish Kare 1000P the only wax for high heat places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joebob948 Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 I,too have been a Zaino guy for a while but have made the switch to Adam's!!!!!!!!!!! They have a Black Friday special on their website until 11/26---15% off + free shipping!!!!!!!!! Great stuff!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikejaeggi Posted November 21, 2012 Report Share Posted November 21, 2012 I,too have been a Zaino guy for a while but have made the switch to Adam's!!!!!!!!!!! They have a Black Friday special on their website until 11/26---15% off + free shipping!!!!!!!!! Great stuff!!!!!!!! figures, I order last weekend and now they go onsale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecrissman Posted November 22, 2012 Report Share Posted November 22, 2012 ordered the products, just waiting for them to arrive. was going to pm you. i still need to order the mezerna for the polish step,( clay,polish, wax) but you didn't state which mezerna product to go with. dave. ps, no apology needed. didn't want you to think i was like Mr. NVH! lol Start with this one http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-polish-po203.html use a (more aggressive) orange pad or a (less aggresive) white pad then.... Used this one http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-nano-polish-po-106-fa-finishing-polish.html use a grey, red or blue pad. Step back and admire, then decide what you are going to use to protect the paint and give depth and shine. Yes it will look EVEN better after do this last step(s). :happy feet: Use this coupon to save 15% and get free shipping, go for today only until midnight!!. http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/977061/68f006b700/TEST/TEST/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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