Detailing tips
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This stuff right here is what I have always used and was told about by a lot of detail people. It's kinda a secret and will remove spots, bug goo and all with ease!
You will thank me later later but I stand behind this product 100%
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Maryland
same here. It is a great way to wipe down the jambs and inner door areas.
Tuned
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Gravel Roads where we vacation in Minnesota, they put some kind of "syrup" on them to keep the dust down, the dirt/gravel/sand then sticks awful to the frame and undercarriage. Any suggestions on this off?
I too use invisaglass or Chemical Guys V07 detail spray/sealant on the windows, depends on how dirty the vehicles is. Been washing, let dry and going over the truck with the V07 and it leaves an awesome finish for about 2 weeks.
I too use invisaglass or Chemical Guys V07 detail spray/sealant on the windows, depends on how dirty the vehicles is. Been washing, let dry and going over the truck with the V07 and it leaves an awesome finish for about 2 weeks.
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From: CT
I've had good luck with a Clay Bar and a lot of patience.
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Micro Fiber Cloths : Warm Water ringed out.. And one Dry to finish... I use these on Stainless Steel, All my House windows, My Truck Amazing...
If the truck is covered in mud hose off.. Bee Pollen dead bugs water spots never again.
Seriously if you have never tried these they will change the way you do things. I never use Chemicals for cleaning any more. You need to learn how to use them and take care of them..
If the truck is covered in mud hose off.. Bee Pollen dead bugs water spots never again.
Seriously if you have never tried these they will change the way you do things. I never use Chemicals for cleaning any more. You need to learn how to use them and take care of them..
Posting Guru
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From: Finger Lakes, NY
Best detailing 'secret' has to be a D.I. spot free wash system. I bought one for my 5th wheel since it's a full body paint w some dark grays and blacks in it, but it does an unbelievable job on any vehicle. Use it along with a pressure washer to save your resin! CR Spotless is a common brand, but not as efficient on resin usage as the one I use, and here is the place with the best price.... (absolutely no affiliation!)
Pro-50 DI System
Pro-50 DI System
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From: Finger Lakes, NY
I should of noted I use an RV water softener also, helps keeps resin usage down as well. But for detailing, no comparison, you need a DI system if you don't want any mineral or water spots.
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From: Finger Lakes, NY
This is Glen, he is a RV detailing fanatic. I met him at an Entegra Coach roundup and he turned me onto this. Note: Glen has since switched to the DI Rinse system I posted above, same theory just uses the resin more efficiently^^^
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Check out autogeek.net for everything detail related but for me good quality towels, chemicals and wash technique go a long way .. it usually takes me 5-6 hrs to wash mine weekly but with mine being black I really focus on my technique to make sure I'm not marring the paint.
Meguiars makes really good products, I buy the in bulk sizes since it saves me a ton of money. Meguiars all purpose cleaner, super degreaser, wheel brightener, synthetic spray wax and hyper dressing are some must haves, they truly work really good. Don't buy and old school clay bar, buy one of the griots synthetic clay, it's a complete game changer in my opinion.
Meguiars makes really good products, I buy the in bulk sizes since it saves me a ton of money. Meguiars all purpose cleaner, super degreaser, wheel brightener, synthetic spray wax and hyper dressing are some must haves, they truly work really good. Don't buy and old school clay bar, buy one of the griots synthetic clay, it's a complete game changer in my opinion.
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Yes but with CR spotless when I talked to the rep they seemed like they wanted me to have a water softener as well. So that's why I bought a rv softener. I am no professional detail guy.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Tomball, Tx
Check out autogeek.net for everything detail related but for me good quality towels, chemicals and wash technique go a long way .. it usually takes me 5-6 hrs to wash mine weekly but with mine being black I really focus on my technique to make sure I'm not marring the paint.
my wife wants to replace her black miata w/ another black car and I'm refusing to be a party to it (as long as i can)
