I just got myself a black 370, going to wash it for the first time. Just wondering what you guys suggest I use in terms of soap, washing medium, and
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03-16-2011, 04:23 AM | #1 (permalink) |
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Washing my new Z
I just got myself a black 370, going to wash it for the first time. Just wondering what you guys suggest I use in terms of soap, washing medium, and drying towel.
Also wondering about how to keep the Rays rims looking good, thank you!! |
03-16-2011, 06:01 AM | #2 (permalink) |
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YouTube - junkman2000 two bucket
Seems to be a solid system. There are a lot of threads on this, though. |
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Thank you for this, I'll be following this for my first wash as well. I don't have time to order from Amazon since I want to wash it tomorrow after the rain is gone - where do you suppose one gets all the products for a reasonable price? Adjustable Hose Nozzle The quick disconnect adapter he used Foam Gun 2 buckets with Grit Guards Wash mitts And what products does he use in the foam gun, etc.? Thanks again! Edit: Quote:
$300??? Can you briefly itemize what you bought at what prices? Yikes, was not looking to spend this much but if it's what will keep my paint nice then I gotta put up the bucks. Last edited by Shadax; 03-24-2011 at 10:06 PM. |
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You can never go wrong with any of the Adams polish stuff any order gets u a DVD of how to wash,dry,clay polish and wax your car made me go and spend alot of money there.
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I believe he is just using the car wash.
Also: Adam's Dual Action Car Polishing Accessory Kit BAM! I haven used the foam gun yet, but the wash mitt Adams sells are awesome! |
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Here is my kit that I tell people to buy if they want to get and keep their paint looking like mine. The first thing that you are going to notice is the price. You are going to think that the price is high. That's normal for folks who no nothing about quality detailing products and who are getting into serious paint care for the first time. I have been where you are. Everything in my kit is there for a specific reason. Also, everything in my kit is made in America, and none of it is crap that is made in China. Until you can look at my paint in person, you will not be able to appreciate what that kit contains and how much of a bargain that kit really is. Most of the stuff in my kit is a one time purchase. The only thing that you will be replacing is the car wash and the detail spray (about $30). Everything else will do multiple cars if you use it right and quit destroying your paint by washing the car wrong. That's the part of paint maintenance that so many people miss. You don't buy my kit to fix your paint a bunch of times, you buy my kit to fix your paint ONCE, and then you properly maintain it from that day forward. If you don't continue to destroy your paint, you won't have to keep fixing it. I could preach and preach on why you're wasting your money on some over the counter products but all you have to do is look at all the threads that I have started on this forum and you will immediately get an idea as to what I can do with paint. I do NOT do it with stuff made in China, I use quality supplies. Go cheap, get cheap results.
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make sure you have a full understanding of how to wash the car properly with the right products and equipment before you actually go ahead and wash it. If you do it wrong you'll have swirls. You're better of letting the paint stay dirty for an extra few days while you gather all the products, then washing it once you have everyhing.
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-Hose with a good nozzle -Car wash soap (decide for yourself what you want) -2 - 5 gallon buckets -2 Grit guards -2 lambswool wool wash mits (3 is better). some prefer microfiber, either are good. -several waffle weave microfiber drying towels. try to get tagless or at least just make sure you take off the tags search youtube for how to wash a car with 2 bucket method with grit guards. this should get you started. |
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I just spent 300 dollars at an online store buying all the items you described Jeff, plus a few more, I am buying into the idea of an electric leaf blower like the guy in the video uses.
Thanks for all the help guys, you all have a lot of knowledge! I love this car, I hate the fact that I am away on business and cant drive it!! Ed |
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if theres any stubborn crud on the paint, just use some steel wool
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