<StevieG>

Im a big fan of detailers pro choice wax... went on smooth came off even better! long lasting too

Casey

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any recommendations on shampoo from chemical guys or autogeek or even local auto store?

DaveSi677

Honestly MR Pink from Chemical Guys is what I just ordered... A lot of great feedback from a lot of enthusiasts!

DaveSi677

Without pics I don't buy it haha...

Post some up want to see how they look bud!

Casey

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ill take a side by side tonight of the one i did vs another. itll be inside my house so not sure how well itll turn out but will do!

DaveSi677

Sure it's fine... just curious to see the difference!

98civdx

I've using Griots, but it's expensive.

Actually been wanting to try Mr. Pink from CG, but I haven't gotten to ordering it.


If everything goes smoothly, the civic will be getting Opti-coated before summer. I will be sure to take plenty of pictures, and to cover the steps/products I use.

Casey

iTrader: (5)

pics in the house didnt come out great but you can see the difference on the inner barrel.

dirty on left, clean on right



clean



dirty

DaveSi677

wow what a difference!

I'm impressed!

DaveSi677

You better or else

rota92

SUP

98civdx

You can take my title away if I don't.

rota92

Which 4-5 products do I totally HAVE to have for proper car care in between my professional detailings?

I need something to wax/seal my wheels in the coming week or so. I have a thread in GDD, but help here is good too

thanks!

TypeRfit

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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^6

2 buckets, 1 wash 1 rinse
car soap of choice (no kitchen soap)
pre wax cleaner
sealer
carnauba

98civdx

more than 4-5 products. lol

DaveSi677

Haha I will lol... jk

DaveSi677

2 Buckets
Car Soap... im going with Chemical Guys Mr Pink cause I like a lot studs
Clay bar and Lubricant
Microfiber drying towels
Quick Detailer... spray form of detail when you don't need to do a full detail
Wax or Sealer
Microfiber detailing pads
Glass Cleaner
Wheel Degreaser
Tire Shine
Engine detailer

Or did you want a specific product i use for each?

98civdx

Rota, have often are you having the car(s) detailed and what are you having done?

98civdx

2 buckets, a good quality mit, good soap.
A good drying method, with good quality microfiber towels, or use air and MF's.
good wheel cleaner with the appropriate brushes, mits, etc for wheel cleaning.
Wax or a sealant.
Tire dressing, if you like.

that would be my bare minimum for the exterior.

wickedmaniac

Cool, glad this thread was easy to find so I wouldn't have to make a new topic haha.

Alright, so I just bought a 99' Civic EX over the weekend for a decent price. In general, the paint is pretty solid for the rest of the body - but the roof and the bumper. I'm wondering if there's a way I can fix it without completely repainting the entire car. Pics are below:

http://postimg.org/image/qlgg5ikbd/
http://postimg.org/image/9aq1dhsnt/
http://postimg.org/image/55f4rkuvt/
http://postimg.org/image/8225rv0pl/

98civdx

So i was able to snag my uncles old tailgate off his truck. Plan is to do random things, wet sand, buff,etc. Show the damage that incorrect buffing techniques can cause.
It's black too.

khmerJimmy

Hey guys i need some help! How would i take off paint from plastic center caps? I searched and it said using paint stripper can damage or even melt the plastic. I was also informed that i can sand it. What grit of paper do i use? Is there any faster ways than sanding it off?

DaveSi677

Yessssssss show me the way on how to buff correctly!

Even do a little video if possible!!!


Matt the season is nearly I need to be on top of you so I can be as close to a pro as possible lol

DaveSi677

You will need to wet sand... try using a 2000 grit sand paper to see how much you can get off. Make sure to keep your pad/sandpaper as wet as possible.

98civdx

Will do. my uncle also scratched the hell out of it, so I'll be able to how to wet sand scratches out.