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Thanks for the suggestions. I'll try a home made solution if I can't find a ready-made leg pad.

Wolfgang high gloss paint sealant has always worked well for me in colder temperature. It doesn't seem to be affected by temperature when you apply it.

I'm trying to find a pad/cushion/gel insert to attach to the side of the center console where my right knee rests while driving. Smaller cars can be tough on taller drivers because your leg can rub against the side of the center console, but only luxury brands tend to pad that area. I've...

Me too. I've had 15 of them. Sad, but true.

I agree. Full synthetic sealant is best for wheels. Avoid canauba, any natural wax, and anything with silicone. They get sticky when hot, attract brake dust, and will quickly wear off in the heat and water exposure that your wheels experience. I mentioned in another posting today that I've had...

And as a matter of fact, this is a precursor to a new series of paint finishes and colors that BMW will be rolling out. This frozen gray is a market test.

It's sexy, limited edition, and high maintenance. So BMW has found a way to charge a premium for uniqueness and sell to people who either will keep the car locked in a garage or don't know what they're getting themselves into. I love the look, but personally I wouldn't want a vehicle that I'm...

I've used Rejex for years with good results. On paint, it seems to last about 3 months depending on conditions, use of a garage, etc. 4 months of protection is certainly feasible. I usually apply a double coat a few hours apart and it is easy to apply/remove. It's a full synthetic protectant and...

Thanks. Good info.

Thanks. I will try this and let everyone know how it works.

Great. Thanks for the info. Looks like it has some redeeming qualities.

Check it out. Matte gray, no shine. Owners are REQUIRED to sign a "maintenance agreement" to never polish, wax, or run the car through an automatic car wash or even strongly rub it with anything. The vehicle's warranty won't cover any damage due to owner neglect and all exterior repairs must be...

I have two white vehicles, both new-ish. I found that Wolfgang Deep Gloss Sealant gives the slickest, wettest #### on the white paint. I added a coat of Wolfgang Fuzion wax on top, but the deep gloss looks better on white without the layer of wax on top. Plus I suspect that reapplication of the...

This treatment looks great in the pics. My question is whether this stuff is prone to mixing with brake dust, road grime, and road moisture and then spinning a greasy film onto the wheels and side of the car after driving for a while. I have been lecturing my BMW dealer for years to train...

My parents just bought a new 2011 vehicle and paid for the dealer's Xzilon treatment that comes with a 5-year warranty. (Of course they did this before talking to me and giving me a chance to steer them away from wasting money on a dealer treatment that I could do better with $50 worth of...

One thing that would worry me is that heat softens paint and makes it more susceptible to scratching and damage from abrasives. So if the steam process involves any type of contact with the paint during or after (like wiping it down), I would be very careful. And you can probably count on steam...

I use Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant as my "wax" and as a touch up both. These synthetic sealants are so easy to apply and remove that they're as easy to use as a quick detailer spray but they last longer. After washing and drying, I dampen a microfiber cloth with the paint sealant and then...

Thanks for the welcome to the forum. I thought I was the only guy this neurotic about car wax. It's nice to know that I'm not the only one.

I just posted a tip about water spots on windshields (the mineral deposit kind that Mike Phillips just described). I tried a lot of cleaners and Diamondite Spray Clay is the only product that I've found (so far) that really works to remove water spots and mineral deposits before they etch your...

I've never tried a real sponge. Interesting idea. My concern would be that sand or abrasives would be buried down in the sponge and could scratch paint. Is that possible?