Post winter detailing tips?

Sal G@Camber-Toe · 01-17-2010, 01:40 AM

Hi all, I have a space grey car and right now thanks to the weather and snow etc my car is filthy. Hasnt been washed in months and I cant wait for everything to clear up and the nicer days to come. Once everything clears up im hoping to do a real nice detail on the car but not sure which way to do it or what products I should use, especially for this color. I've been using turtle wax shampoo, I have a bunch of microfiber cloths that I take proper care of and a drying towel. I know the detail includes clay and waxing but i've never gotten into those and am not sure what I should do and whats the best to use and how. Thanks for your input.

jopa489 · 01-17-2010, 10:43 PM

That's quite a loaded question. You might want to start by reading through DI's fantastic detailing guide: http://www.detailedimage.com/Auto-Detailing-Guide/

We can answer any specific questions you have after reading that and learning a bit more about the process of a full detail.

Sal G@Camber-Toe · 01-18-2010, 12:46 AM

Thanks for the link, I know the question was pretty vague. I just wasnt sure what products are the best (I know everyone is different) and what would be recommended for me color. I've seen people post up different steps that they take, I just still need to get the right equipment but I will read up on that.

TOGWT · 01-18-2010, 04:42 AM

Detailed Image will guide you as to product choice.

Detailer's all have different preferences, which comes about by simple trial and error, once they find something that works (for them) they'll recommend it

Envious Eric · 01-18-2010, 02:09 PM

-remove wheels and thoroughly clean all suspension/fenderwells and wheels, remount wheels
-wash car twice with CG wash and gloss or even a healthy application of DAWN dish soap
-clay the car
-at least one round of polishing with a machine, preferrably two
-IPA wipedown
-apply sealant wax
follow that up with another sealant wax next day or carnuba. Then wash weekly, wax every 3 months with a sealant, polish every 6 months, full detail every year!

Thats what I would do in your situation!

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-21-2010, 12:41 PM

^ Pretty sound advice!

MrDummy · 01-21-2010, 12:56 PM

I am having a 2 stage paint correction done in the spring as my paint is Trashed from when dealer washed it after my 1st warranty claim. DOH!

That will never happen again

ideliver · 01-22-2010, 09:25 PM

Come join the ZAINO cult...

330greaser · 01-24-2010, 06:21 PM

Zaino!

Trier Germany · 01-27-2010, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thesalg

Hi all, I have a space grey car and right now thanks to the weather and snow etc my car is filthy. Hasnt been washed in months and I cant wait for everything to clear up and the nicer days to come. Once everything clears up im hoping to do a real nice detail on the car but not sure which way to do it or what products I should use, especially for this color. I've been using turtle wax shampoo, I have a bunch of microfiber cloths that I take proper care of and a drying towel. I know the detail includes clay and waxing but i've never gotten into those and am not sure what I should do and whats the best to use and how. Thanks for your input.

Try some Swiss Wax products.

Super easy to use a bit pricey but you will not be dissapointed.

01-17-2010, 01:40 AM	#1
Sal G@Camber-Toe 204 Rep 14,190 Posts Drives: E92 335xi 6mt Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (2)	Post winter detailing tips? Hi all, I have a space grey car and right now thanks to the weather and snow etc my car is filthy. Hasnt been washed in months and I cant wait for everything to clear up and the nicer days to come. Once everything clears up im hoping to do a real nice detail on the car but not sure which way to do it or what products I should use, especially for this color. I've been using turtle wax shampoo, I have a bunch of microfiber cloths that I take proper care of and a drying towel. I know the detail includes clay and waxing but i've never gotten into those and am not sure what I should do and whats the best to use and how. Thanks for your input.
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jopa489 Major General 127 Rep 6,594 Posts Drives: Anything with Wheels Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (9)	That's quite a loaded question. You might want to start by reading through DI's fantastic detailing guide: http://www.detailedimage.com/Auto-Detailing-Guide/ We can answer any specific questions you have after reading that and learning a bit more about the process of a full detail. __________________ X7 LCI // Incoming C7 ZR1 ZTK // Sebring + TRX // Hydro + Raptor Gen1 Roush // Tuxedo
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Sal G@Camber-Toe 204 Rep 14,190 Posts Drives: E92 335xi 6mt Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (2)	Thanks for the link, I know the question was pretty vague. I just wasnt sure what products are the best (I know everyone is different) and what would be recommended for me color. I've seen people post up different steps that they take, I just still need to get the right equipment but I will read up on that.
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TOGWT Captain 11 Rep 770 Posts Drives: 630i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL / London, UK iTrader: (0)	Detailed Image will guide you as to product choice. Detailer's all have different preferences, which comes about by simple trial and error, once they find something that works (for them) they'll recommend it
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Envious Eric Banned 39 Rep 1,168 Posts Drives: nissan xterra, 335 soon Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: orange county, ca iTrader: (1)	-remove wheels and thoroughly clean all suspension/fenderwells and wheels, remount wheels -wash car twice with CG wash and gloss or even a healthy application of DAWN dish soap -clay the car -at least one round of polishing with a machine, preferrably two -IPA wipedown -apply sealant wax follow that up with another sealant wax next day or carnuba. Then wash weekly, wax every 3 months with a sealant, polish every 6 months, full detail every year! Thats what I would do in your situation!
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3481 Rep 79,210 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	^ Pretty sound advice!
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