Washing/Detailing

MaxdLaw · Nov 23, 2014

So nanocoat? Anyone? Wolf chemicals?

Jomax · Nov 23, 2014

MaxdLaw said:
So nanocoat? Anyone? Wolf chemicals?

Opticoat is the strongest out there. I heard good things about wolf aswell.

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MaxdLaw · Nov 24, 2014

Yeah I'm gonna order some cleaning stuff from wolf and CG and see what I can do come spring time

cbf9703 · Nov 24, 2014

fine69 said:
I use ZEP glass cleaner, works great!

SDS97_7.3 said:
I like wurth, invisible glass or the napa brand aren't bad either.

It's always nice to know a few good options. Thanks!

79jasper · Nov 24, 2014

The cg products look good, I just can't stand the guy that does all the talking. His voice is annoying.
Ammonyc uses some good stuff.

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SickStroke6.0 · Nov 26, 2014

Oh Lawwddddd. Just found this thread. I've tried nearly every product available, so prepare yourselves for a long post.

TripleE44 · Nov 26, 2014

SickStroke6.0 said:
Oh Lawwddddd. Just found this thread. I've tried nearly every product available, so prepare yourselves for a long post.

Haha I was wondering where you were

NY_Mott · Nov 26, 2014

SickStroke6.0 said:
Oh Lawwddddd. Just found this thread. I've tried nearly every product available, so prepare yourselves for a long post.

AWESOME!
I have same color, interested to hear your advice also.

SickStroke6.0 · Nov 26, 2014

NY_Mott said:
AWESOME!
I have same color, interested to hear your advice also.

Color does not matter, the processes are the same. Clear coat is clear coat.

05f250harley · Nov 27, 2014

Just put in my order to chemical guys. I got the foam cannon with honeydew soap. I got Petes 53 wax, jetseal, vo7, and some nonsense cleaner. I also got some microfiber towels.

6.7pstroker · Nov 28, 2014

SickStroke6.0 said:
Oh Lawwddddd. Just found this thread. I've tried nearly every product available, so prepare yourselves for a long post.

Lets hear it man!

Jomax · Nov 28, 2014

Join auto geek.net. great forum to learn about this stuff in detail.

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johnp115 · Nov 28, 2014

Just had this done to the truck! So happy with the result.

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NY_Mott · Nov 28, 2014

Looks really good!

MaxdLaw · Dec 12, 2014

Got my chemical guys stuff. Hopefully I have a little time to wash and maybe wax it.

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SickStroke6.0 · Dec 12, 2014

I've used Chemical Guys, Meguiar's Professional, P21S, PoorBoy's, Sonax, CarPro, C.A.R., 3D, HD, Collinite, Duragloss, GTechniq, Menzerna, Optimum, Shine Supply, various PBMG brands (Pinnacle, Blackfire Wolfgang, etc), XMT, Griot's, Wolfs Chemicals, Ultima, and the list goes on. My favorite brands are CarPro and Shine Supply. Both of those companies put out products that are significantly better than the competition, with fair pricing, and awesome customer service. Corey (CarPro) and Jeremy (Shine Supply) are both great to deal with. I haven't been a huge Chemical Guys fan. Their products are extremely hyped up, however, most of them are just average quality with high quality price tags. I do like the Hybrid V07, but it is to only be used on a vehicle with no LSP (last step protection), or a chemically resistant sealant or coating. It contains alcohol in the formula, in order to flash more quickly and reduce streaking, but will also degrade your sealant or wax.

I am planning on building a detailing post (with pictures) oriented specifically to cleaning our trucks. Detailing my truck every week has allowed me to try a lot of different products and methods, and figure out how to most efficiently detail this big 'ole hunk of metal.

As far as polishing goes, the Griot's 6" polisher is the best bang for your buck. The HF polisher is a great deal, as well, but a pair of Mechanix gloves will be needed as well. It will rattle your teeth out.

I'm currently using a combination of the Rupes 21, Rupes Mini, and the Griot's 6".

If you have any specific questions about products, methods, etc.; I'll be glad to help.