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Here is my 2016 WRX Limited 6MT in Ice Silver Metallic. I factory ordered it, and when it arrived, it came with 4.5 miles, and I asked all of the plastic wrap to stay intact, and not have the dealer touch it! Here it is at the dealer, the day of pickup! About 2 weeks after I picked her...

I am a hobbiest level detailer. It has been a few years since I have had time to detail cars (Had kids, ect), but that is about to change. I have a 2016 Subaru WRX on order, which is scheduled to arrive on May 16th. Once it arrives, I am taking a week off work to give it a proper detail and...

It is nice to see someone take pride in their work and go above and beyond! That really makes me want to get my wife's GX470 done!

Unless it has a frame, it isn't a truck. Honestly, the only good "small" or "midsize" truck available in the us is the Tacoma, and maybe Frontier. Ironically they are both Japanese. The new canyon looks promising though

What "Chemicals" are recommended to safely remove water spots from Opti-Coat?

I have a Karcher k2.360, which I belive is a K Series.... I got a MTM Hydro Foamer, with a MTM brand- Karcher Bayonet fitting, however it doesn't fit tightly into the gun, and looks a little different then the want attachment that goes into my gun. The Wand fitting that goes into the gun...

Chemical Guys CWS_101 Maxi-Suds II Super Suds Car Wash Shampoo (1 Gal) Maxi-Suds II says it is safe for Sealant and Wax.

I live in Oregon where by law you can't pump your own gas.... I would say about 10% of the time the gas attendant manages to spill gas on my quarter panel while remove the nozzle. Whats the best way to clean the gas spill on the spot, assuming you won't be able to clean it properly at home for...

Why would the soap gel be better then the spray bottle? What about Tar-X, or would that be redundant, since I will be claying to remove organic contaminants? Also, I have a bunch of those small green microfiber applicators. Would those be ok to use as a sponge (If I use the spray?)

Thats what I am thinking. Also, this car was built in Germany, and was transported by rail to the port, and others have reported rail dust contamination on new VW Golfs from the factory.... The Iron-X instructions say: 2. Shake well, spray on the surface. Rub it in with damp sponge...

I am planning my Opti-Coat 2.0 Prep for my 2 month old 2012 VW Golf Here is my current OC2.0 Prep: 1. Wash and use OPC for the tough areas 2. Clay 3. Light Polish if necessary 4. CarPro Eraser 5. Opti-Coat2.0 I ran across people talking about Iron-X. I am thinking of adding this to my OC2.0...

I thought OPC had to be rinsed off, to avoid it leaving film/residue behind. OP, how did you wipe OPC off the leather without leaving the residue behind? Also, Once the leather was cleaned, did you use any protectant?

I am not going to be cheap when it comes to the paint job on my new $26k car! I am buying a 2 pack for $10! A cheap generic foam applicator is what, $3...its worth a few more bucks to buy an applicator that is designed to be used for OC2.0. With how expensive things are in the detailing...

Chris, sorry I wasn't clearer with my question, I was asking about removing that AOOA with a MF towel during application. So if I see an AOOA during application, a couple of light passes with the MF towel are all that is needed to remove the AOOA. Should the AOOA look clear like the rest of...

What about using the foam swaps used for paint, that you can easily find at a local hardware store? Something like this but smaller: 2 in. Foam Brush-8500-2 at The Home Depot

Thank Chris for all of your help, on this thread and others! I ordered OC2.0 and all of the other stuff I will need to apply it on my vacation! (Late June) Ill be using those Optimum applicators you linked me to in the other thread, and just ordered a Binkermann Swirl Finder Light to help...

Chris, I can understand what you are saying, but I have seen varying opinions on how long the consumer 2.0 version takes to flash. I see people wiping it down with the MF to level high spots within a min after application, and some people say you should wait 30 min! What would be a ball park...

So anything that hasn't flashed to clear would be a "High Spot" right? What would a high spot look like? Also, should I use a new, clean section of the MF towel for each section that needs to be leveled? I figure it would be best to run it over every section I apply the product to just to be...

Thanks for the help guys! I have a few more questions though. After claying, and a light polish to prep for the OC2.0, can I use 3:1 diluted Opti-Clean to remove any residue from the paint? Or would something likeCarPro Eraser Intense Oil & Polish Cleanser be better? Also, should I just use...

Thanks for your replies Mike, they are a huge help. I think I may try doing Opti-Coat. I think I will use that spray bottle like you suggested. Are these the suede cloths you were talking about for the application? CarPro Suede Microfiber Cloths 10 x 10 cm, 10 Pack CarPro Suede Microfiber...