What did you do today, in regards to detailing?

[Klasse Act]

2.5S with 128,000 miles and a CVT. Opposite of sporty. Runs good though. I love the ride.

So...guess what. I SAW ANOTHER EN! Ugh!!!! Grrrrr!

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What color were these cars?s?

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[Klasse Act]

So I did my last "traditional" wash of the year. Started with a pre-wash using DIY Detail Incredible Suds in the IK Foam Pro 12, used it for the tires and wheels as well, all 4 brushes used. I then did a 2BM wash using Bilt-Hamber AutoWash and dried it real nice.

I did the wash to take advantage of the last upper 60's day of the year AND to clean it up before my buddy came over to swap out my 3 season set-up for my winter set-up, plus he was running late so good time management.

My Pirelli's have 6/32nds left on them so I've got another season to go on them till my OEM Michelin Pilot Sport 4s' go back on. He did check the balance on my winters and they were good to go, now I'm ready for the immediate COLD morning coming up...like Sunday for instance

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[Klasse Act]

So having the day off and not much to do after my buddy swapped out my tires/wheels I decided to protect the interior a bit more before it's too cold to do so. For this I reached for DIY Detail Interior Ceramic, did everything but the dashboard. This product should NOT be overlooked in their line-up and yes, it's expensive it's also WORTH IT because it works, period️

I then turned my attention to the winter set-up just re-installed and did a much better cleaning than I did before they went on (sprayed a QD and swiped them, barrels were DIRTY). For this Brake Buster in the IK Foam Pro9 and all 4 brushes were all that was needed...but I also sprayed some DIY Detail Quick Beads on the wheel faces & barrels for a little boost

I haven't swapped out the carpeted OEM mats yet, that's for when the weather REALLY changes

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[PouncingPanzer]

The GLI is ready for hibernation. Finally finished the wash Thursday. I made a compulsory stop at O'Reilly's Friday morning on the way home from work and walked out with a bottle of Meg's Quik Wax. I am always short on time these days, and energy, and needed to do something quickly and easily. For the first time I was disappointed in an Optimum product. Their Spray Wax(pink stuff) was less than impressive. I need to give it another go but two uses left me wanting. Not the slickest stuff...certainly not as slick as this Quik Wax. I did two coats, just finished the last moments ago. 24 hours apart. Only hit the lower panels with a second in case it has to make an emergency appearance in the winter time for some reason, and I can't get the deicing agents off ASAP. When washing there was little evidence of Collinite 845 being present except for behind the license plate. I had it off for this last wash. I use BH Touchless for every prewash and Reset about every 3rd wash. It's not surprising. But I don't mind the ritual of waxing when it's summertime, so whatever. It allows me to detail often on only one car. Last thing left is a battery tender. Fingers crossed she can sit safe and sound til spring.

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[Klasse Act]

The GLI is ready for hibernation. Finally finished the wash Thursday. I made a compulsory stop at O'Reilly's Friday morning on the way home from work and walked out with a bottle of Meg's Quik Wax. I am always short on time these days, and energy, and needed to do something quickly and easily. For the first time I was disappointed in an Optimum product. Their Spray Wax(pink stuff) was less than impressive. I need to give it another go but two uses left me wanting. Not the slickest stuff...certainly not as slick as this Quik Wax. I did two coats, just finished the last moments ago. 24 hours apart. Only hit the lower panels with a second in case it has to make an emergency appearance in the winter time for some reason, and I can't get the deicing agents off ASAP. When washing there was little evidence of Collinite 845 being present except for behind the license plate. I had it off for this last wash. I use BH Touchless for every prewash and Reset about every 3rd wash. It's not surprising. But I don't mind the ritual of waxing when it's summertime, so whatever. It allows me to detail often on only one car. Last thing left is a battery tender. Fingers crossed she can sit safe and sound til spring.

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You use Bilt-Hamber Touchless EVERY pre-wash How often do you wash the GLI

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[PouncingPanzer]

You use Bilt-Hamber Touchless EVERY pre-wash How often do you wash the GLI

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Not often. Once a month or so. It doesn't see rain if I can help it. Nice thing about that is the car basically just aquires a coat of dust in that time and I hit it with touchless, blast it off, and dry with a drying aid. Only use a contact wash if it had seen rain typically cause that that point there's road film and well contact is the only way. I haven't bought any products this year other than that Quik Wax, the Optimum Wax, and a bottle of Eraser. Oh and some towels. Washing so little means my stuff lasts a long time.

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[Klasse Act]

Not often. Once a month or so. It doesn't see rain if I can help it. Nice thing about that is the car basically just aquires a coat of dust in that time and I hit it with touchless, blast it off, and dry with a drying aid. Only use a contact wash if it had seen rain typically cause that that point there's road film and well contact is the only way. I haven't bought any products this year other than that Quik Wax, the Optimum Wax, and a bottle of Eraser. Oh and some towels. Washing so little means my stuff lasts a long time.

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I ask because Bilt-Hamber pre-washes have such a high pH level, 12 & 13. Your right about using Bilt-Hamber pre-washes to just get rid of dust but because of that high pH it can get rid of non-coatings too Have you tried DIY Detail Incredible Suds yet?

Btw, check your PM's

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[PA DETAILER]

Early morning Maintenace wash on the truck. Another coat of flex wax before that dirty winter hits PA.

 

[Klasse Act]

After a 110 mile round trip to Great Lakes Dragway (no I didn't race, winter tires that are 20mm narrower than stock just doesn't work) I stopped at my touch-free wash, came home and dried it off and applied some Pure:est tire dressing to the Michelin X-ice's. I also vac'd it out and took out my detailing products from the trunk...it's that time everyone

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[Big DaveBig Dave is verified member.]

I gave the FJ a wash today, it was very dusty last week, consistent rain on Thursday and Friday rinsed most of that off, but I still wanted to tidy it up though. I used Car Chem Alloy Clean on the wheels, then rinsed the whole thing and moved it inside to give it a RW with Ech2o, very quick and easy. I rarely dress the tyres, but today I thought why not. I have lots of Meg's Hyper Dressing sitting on the shelf so I just sprayed it on neat, spread it around with a Bowden's Allsorts applicator, it's looking super glossy, but I'll leave it to absorb for a few hours before wiping off any excess.

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[PA DETAILER]

So having the day off and not much to do after my buddy swapped out my tires/wheels I decided to protect the interior a bit more before it's too cold to do so. For this I reached for DIY Detail Interior Ceramic, did everything but the dashboard. This product should NOT be overlooked in their line-up and yes, it's expensive it's also WORTH IT because it works, period️

I then turned my attention to the winter set-up just re-installed and did a much better cleaning than I did before they went on (sprayed a QD and swiped them, barrels were DIRTY). For this Brake Buster in the IK Foam Pro9 and all 4 brushes were all that was needed...but I also sprayed some DIY Detail Quick Beads on the wheel faces & barrels for a little boost

I haven't swapped out the carpeted OEM mats yet, that's for when the weather REALLY changes

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Yet another interior coating. What are your thoughts on the DIY Ceramic interior?

 

[Klasse Act]

Yet another interior coating. What are your thoughts on the DIY Ceramic interior?

Well I'm on my 2nd bottle, so there's that

This product is very easy to use but doesn't smell too good, think Raid but on the good side you know they only care about the product working rather than trying to dilute it with a scent. My suggestion is to do your interior before your done driving it for the day(s) and you'll be fine because I don't notice the scent the next day.

Now I've got my interior coated with Gyeon Shield, a couple times and maintain it with TWHS Interior Detailer, Geist leather, DIY Imterior Clean & Protect (use a soft brush to work it into the Alcantera) and when I forget how long it's been...this DIY Detail Interior Ceramic, so yes it's overkill but considering winter is coming you can never be TOO protected in the interior.

In closing this product is so great because it works on EVERYTHING in the interior...vinyls, leather and Alcantera, so protect away! Btw I've got some piano black bits and if you get it on that no worries, just buff off with a mf towel.

If you've got more questions let me know



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[Uncbrs]

Well I'm on my 2nd bottle, so there's that

This product is very easy to use but doesn't smell too good, think Raid but on the good side you know they only care about the product working rather than trying to dilute it with a scent. My suggestion is to do your interior before your done driving it for the day(s) and you'll be fine because I don't notice the scent the next day.

Now I've got my interior coated with Gyeon Shield, a couple times and maintain it with TWHS Interior Detailer, Geist leather, DIY Imterior Clean & Protect (use a soft brush to work it into the Alcantera) and when I forget how long it's been...this DIY Detail Interior Ceramic, so yes it's overkill but considering winter is coming you can never be TOO protected in the interior.

In closing this product is so great because it works on EVERYTHING in the interior...vinyls, leather and Alcantera, so protect away! Btw I've got some piano black bits and if you get it on that no worries, just buff off with a mf towel.

If you've got more questions let me know



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Agree with everything on DIY Interior. The smell isn't great but the versatility and functionality reigns supreme.

DIY is doing a lot of ceramic deals right now and with Black Friday coming up, I would expect at least a 20% off deal in the near future. I'm waiting to stock up on Quick Beads and Interior Ceramic. Hoping the Interior Clean & Protect can hold off a few more weeks.

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[Eldorado2k]

My suggestion is to do your interior before your done driving it for the day(s) and you'll be fine

So you recommend doing your interior and then getting in and driving in that stench? Why??lol.

 

[Klasse Act]

So you recommend doing your interior and then getting in and driving in that stench? Why??lol.

It's gone the next day

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[Klasse Act]

Agree with everything on DIY Interior. The smell isn't great but the versatility and functionality reigns supreme.

DIY is doing a lot of ceramic deals right now and with Black Friday coming up, I would expect at least a 20% off deal in the near future. I'm waiting to stock up on Quick Beads and Interior Ceramic. Hoping the Interior Clean & Protect can hold off a few more weeks.

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I haven't used a bad product from them yet, the 20% off sales help alot! I'm waiting for their upcoming pre-wash but after using both Touchless and Auto-foam from Bilt-Hamber, well, they've got their work cut out IMO

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[Optimus Grime]

I gave the Mrs.’ SUV a good hand washing. I do love the way EXOv5 beads and I’m quite pleased with how well CarPro Darkside is holding up. It’s been over a month and the tires still have that fresh off the assembly line look. Unfortunately something tragic happened during the wash. I moved my car and parked on the side of the road in front of my house and a neighbor backed into my front bumper. It sucks because she’s such a nice person and I hate it that her insurance will probably go up knowing how much body shops charge for even the most minute damage.

 

[PouncingPanzer]

I ask because Bilt-Hamber pre-washes have such a high pH level, 12 & 13. Your right about using Bilt-Hamber pre-washes to just get rid of dust but because of that high pH it can get rid of non-coatings too Have you tried DIY Detail Incredible Suds yet?

Btw, check your PM's

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Yep it cleans good and like I said I'm OK re-waxing periodically. Taking care of one vehicle is easy enough. I don't want a depleted uranium super ultra duper ceramic armor ultimate coating. My pH friendly foam is Sonax Actifoam Energy seems to do well enough. Once ounce in the cannon makes stupid suds.

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[PouncingPanzer]

I gave the Mrs.’ SUV a good hand washing. I do love the way EXOv5 beads and I’m quite pleased with how well CarPro Darkside is holding up. It’s been over a month and the tires still have that fresh off the assembly line look. Unfortunately something tragic happened during the wash. I moved my car and parked on the side of the road in front of my house and a neighbor backed into my front bumper. It sucks because she’s such a nice person and I hate it that her insurance will probably go up knowing how much body shops charge for even the most minute damage.

Going to try Darkside I need a better dressing just trying to go through what I have.

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[PouncingPanzer]

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