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04-30-2012, 04:00 PM | #1 |
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All good for first wash?
So I picked up my ISM wrx this weekend and am about to order the cleaning supplies so I will have them ready once I wash the car for the first time. I have gathered most of, if not all, of these products through research on nasioc and want to see if I am wrong with anything I have chosen. Tire dressing I am still looking into after reading about how some can stain the car's paint.
*Soap-still looking *2 5gallon buckets(prob just get a couple from Lowes) *Meguiars Clay Bar kit with spray *Meguiars super degreaser 4 to 1 *Meguiars All season engine dressing *Cobra Delux 600 Microbifber towels for drying, waxing/polish(when needed) *Foam Gun *2 Grit Guards for the buckets *Collinite 845 I am still looking for what mits to get and also looking for what sealant/polish is recommened along with what applicator to use for waxing.
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Last edited by Decade; 04-30-2012 at 04:38 PM. |
04-30-2012, 04:27 PM | #2 |
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W. Canada
Location: Vancouver Island, BC
Vehicle:2002 WRX Sedan PSM EJ207 & 6 speed |
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't dish soap really, really bad to use as a car wash?
I use armorall wash & wax because it was only $6 for a gallon, and meguiars claybar, quick detailing spray and wax. Gets this 10 year old paint looking as good as it will ever look. |
04-30-2012, 04:31 PM | #3 | |
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See I have always thought that too. I read it going both ways. I would feel way more comfortable using an actual car soap so I will change that. Thanks, I will do more research on what soap to use. |
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04-30-2012, 04:36 PM | #4 |
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I believe dawn is only used if you are looking to remove wax and reapply after a wash.
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04-30-2012, 04:37 PM | #5 |
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Thanks to you both. I just remember when I owned by RX8 those guys swore by Dawn. I have usually used one of the turtle wax soaps. Thanks again.
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04-30-2012, 04:39 PM | #6 |
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as I understand it dawn cuts grease, or petroleum based products so it strips the wax off the car. Its fine before waxing but not after. I always use it prior to the seasonal wax session.
EDIT: Too slow on response |
04-30-2012, 04:40 PM | #7 |
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Don't use Dawn. Your super degreaser will strip wax and wont dry out your plastic non painted parts.
You'll want to get a high quality auto shampoo as well. Meguiars makes a few, Chemical guys stuff is also very good. Are you planning on claying and sealing as well or just washing? As far as applying wax / sealant if you have a DA get some lake country CCS gray pads. If your doing it by hand get a couple of their red hand pads. As for wax / sealant what are your goals? Colonite 845 and FK1000p will last a really long time, Menzerna Powerlock sealant not quite as long but will look better those are the sealants I would recommend. |
04-30-2012, 04:43 PM | #8 | |
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Should I not use the meguiars super degreaser?? |
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04-30-2012, 05:03 PM | #9 | |
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Your mileage may vary on how often you need to wash, clay and wax. I personally do a full detail on both my cars twice a year which will include a polish back to 90 or 95% correction. As far as wash media, I prefer a MF wash mitt like this: http://www.autogeek.net/super-plush-wash-mitt.html |
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05-05-2012, 02:47 PM | #10 |
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Hi I'm new to detailing - Does anyone know if a factory ordered car would come with sealant and waxing? Or is that something the dealership takes care of ?
Edit: sorry I guess my question is really: how do I know if I need to strip the wax on a car or not? Last edited by V4NCITYRIDER; 05-05-2012 at 02:54 PM. |
05-05-2012, 02:59 PM | #11 |
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Guaranteed it'll come with some of the best swirls you've ever seen.
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05-05-2012, 05:13 PM | #12 | |
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Dealers don't usually apply a high-quality wax. When you're ready to detail, use a good/gentle cleaner-polish; then a high-quality wax. Optional: apply a paint sealant between cleaner-polish and wax. You'll get a lot more durability and protection with a sealant; the wax only gives a high-gloss shine. I don't usually have to apply sealant more than twice a year -- I use my garage at night, but daily it's out in the NC sunshine on a 100+ F parking lot. I like the Klasse cleaner polish and Klasse high-gloss sealant, but there are other good products doing similar stuff. |
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05-05-2012, 05:18 PM | #13 | |
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Some dealers offer a sealant option, but it will be expensive. If you don't buy one or they don't offer, it will only have a cheap coat of wax -- you'll have to strip that anyway. So start with a clay-bar, then a really gentle cleaner-polish or all-in-one, then a sealant or quality wax. Last edited by RedStripe; 05-05-2012 at 05:24 PM. Reason: incorrectly read the original post |
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05-05-2012, 06:59 PM | #14 |
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Thanks guys. I'm planning to ask the dealership to skip the wash/ detail to avoid swirls and scratches... in that case there wouldn't be anything to strip would there?
If that's the case I'm planning on following these steps: Wash Claybar Polish Sealant Wax Would that be correct ? |
05-05-2012, 08:16 PM | #15 |
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Vehicle:2011 WRX Sedan Stg 2 Phatbotti e-tuned |
Looks like a reasonable plan to me.
I'd probably use some dish soap for the initial wash, but it's use is subject to debate. |
05-08-2012, 08:06 PM | #16 | |
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