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Hey guys, im new to the thread, just picked up my 8 a few weeks ago, like it says i run a professional detail shop in south georgia, have been for a year, worked for toyota before that doing it there. I don't know if anyone else does this but if anyone needs my knowledge on the subject, let me know, I do alot of buffing, wetsanding, shampoo and conditioner treatments, the works. Most of my work comes from the bodyshop next door and the dealerships around town when they need me to cover their F'ups.
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Originally Posted by BigOLundh
HAHAH
Welcome to the board. I bet you have alot of good shady-dealer stories.
Welcome to the board. I bet you have alot of good shady-dealer stories.
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I have a question: I've often washed my car by starting with a super rinse, then applying a few wet towels to the front to soften the bugs while I wash the rest of the car. Could I be doing any harm by leaving the wet towels on there while I'm washing the rest?
And thanks for your public service offering free advice!!!
And thanks for your public service offering free advice!!!
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Hey wankleman, could you tell us what products you use to wash your car. I just bought my car and ive washed it about three times in total and it just never comes out perfect (BTW i have a Black Rx8 Gt)....agh black is so hard to keep clean lol. The last time i washed my car it was so damn hott (first mistake i know now) that i got water spots on my car and I also noticed lots of little scratches and i used the yellow microfiber towels which i kind of believe was the problem not sure but I need to know what you professional detailers use and do to keep a car looking brand new.....Especially Black Cars. A Step by Step procedure would be very helpful, Thanks
Oh Yea and WELCOME to the Board... youll like it here, its a VERY HELPFUL site.
Oh Yea and WELCOME to the Board... youll like it here, its a VERY HELPFUL site.
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oh, sorry i havent read this lately, if you have any questions PM me ill get to it faster, um lets see.. the wet towels should be fine, never heard of doing this though, i use a bug remover to get the buggies that is diluted a bit with water so its less abrasive because it will remove alot of wax if not. the one question about products i use, i can't really recommend anything because i use commercial products that the general public don't get access to(sorry, the lil guy always gets screwed i guess) i wish you all could though i like my chemical dealer's products better than anything in the consumer market. and the one thing about the microfiber rags, i would say that to always use clean rags and never wipe anything off the paint if its not freshly washed because this will scratch the paint, all it takes is a bit of sand or dirt to do this. sorry to say but its hard to keep from getting microscratches on the paint because washing the car does this, its almost unavoidable with time. the problem is on darker cars it shows up more on the clearcoat (thats one reason i went from my brillant black miata to the sunlight silver 8. a swirl remover used with a buffer is the best way to get those out but most of you would not have access to that.
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Wankleman,
Have you ever heard of "Caltex" teflon coating - they put it on my new RX8 -Shinka and I think I want to remove it - what will take it off without hurting the clearcoat - any ideas -
Thanks,
Rickster
Have you ever heard of "Caltex" teflon coating - they put it on my new RX8 -Shinka and I think I want to remove it - what will take it off without hurting the clearcoat - any ideas -
Thanks,
Rickster
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What about frinkin' water spots ?? Have any good ideas how to rid them?
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Originally Posted by Nemesis8
What about frinkin' water spots ?? Have any good ideas how to rid them?
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Originally Posted by RedSheDevil
I've heard people raving about those Mr Clean systems with the filtered rinse cycle. I haven't used them myself, just letting you know the buzz.....
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i have a silver sunlight also and i want to wax my car..i've done it b4 and someone told me i was doin it wrong...
first i wash my car off with dawn...then dry it...then put a coat of polish on...this is where i heard was wrong..letting the polish i guess kinda dry before i wipe it off...i wipe the polish off then i put a coat of nxt wax...then let it dry for a few minutes then wipe it off...and then im done...and how many coats of each would i want to put on...thanx
first i wash my car off with dawn...then dry it...then put a coat of polish on...this is where i heard was wrong..letting the polish i guess kinda dry before i wipe it off...i wipe the polish off then i put a coat of nxt wax...then let it dry for a few minutes then wipe it off...and then im done...and how many coats of each would i want to put on...thanx
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Originally Posted by wankleman
ha, the #1 question i always get at work, to tell you the truth you need to take the car to a good trustworthy detailer and ask them if they do "chemical washes", basically the detail business has a few tricks up their sleeves that they don't want u to know.
I need the chemical wash trick done on my car. I'll post my results when I get'r done.
Thanks for Your Advice :D
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Welcome, wankleman. It's good to know someone with professional expertise is available to field questions. I'll be sure to check in whenever I have a question. Thanks.
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wankleman; put the first coat of wax on my new nordic green 8 a couple of weeks ago and and want to wash my car and put a couple of more on; should i use dawn to get the old wax off or would normal car wash soap be ok b/c i dont want to remove the old wax?;
as well, id like a real deep deep wet shine; any suggestions on a glaze (that will not harm finish at all) to acheive that?;
as well, id like a real deep deep wet shine; any suggestions on a glaze (that will not harm finish at all) to acheive that?;
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Originally Posted by midnightxodiex
i have a silver sunlight also and i want to wax my car..i've done it b4 and someone told me i was doin it wrong...
first i wash my car off with dawn...then dry it...then put a coat of polish on...this is where i heard was wrong..letting the polish i guess kinda dry before i wipe it off...i wipe the polish off then i put a coat of nxt wax...then let it dry for a few minutes then wipe it off...and then im done...and how many coats of each would i want to put on...thanx
first i wash my car off with dawn...then dry it...then put a coat of polish on...this is where i heard was wrong..letting the polish i guess kinda dry before i wipe it off...i wipe the polish off then i put a coat of nxt wax...then let it dry for a few minutes then wipe it off...and then im done...and how many coats of each would i want to put on...thanx
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also, what can i use to clean the seats off.. its the suede type of material. will regular carpet cleaner work??sorry for all the ???s im a newbie at all this..haha..really appreciate ur expertise
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Originally Posted by midnightxodiex
also, what can i use to clean the seats off.. its the suede type of material. will regular carpet cleaner work??sorry for all the ???s im a newbie at all this..haha..really appreciate ur expertise
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i have the cloth material in my car. can i use regular carpet cleaner...haha....probably not...if so what should i use...and do i just wipe on and immediately wipe of the polish....
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Originally Posted by midnightxodiex
i have the cloth material in my car. can i use regular carpet cleaner...haha....probably not...if so what should i use...and do i just wipe on and immediately wipe of the polish....
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i can get some of the industrial stuff. stuff like 3m...but i used maguirs the last time i did it..wat kind do u use..if u dont mind me askin..thanks again for all the info.
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Gotta get in on the Q&A. . .
I spend more time getting my stock rims clean than the rest of the detailing. There has got to be some professional tricks of the trade. Of course, you have the "professional cleaner" that us regular folks can't get, but what other tools, or applications can you suggest either before or after cleaning?
Thanks!!
I spend more time getting my stock rims clean than the rest of the detailing. There has got to be some professional tricks of the trade. Of course, you have the "professional cleaner" that us regular folks can't get, but what other tools, or applications can you suggest either before or after cleaning?
Thanks!!