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07-29-2013, 04:32 PM
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Car wash question
So, this may be old hat to some of you, but it's something I've been going over a fair amount in terms of wanting to keep my car looking good for years.
There's a ton of different opinions on the web and I just wanted to ask folks closer to home - best ways to wash the car, specifically: 1) I'm currently using microfiber rags [swap between 2-3 per wash] - is there anything better to use? I notice the "spiderweb" scratches here and there when I wash the car though whenever I get it detailed those vanish. Is this just normal and unavoidable with car washing? 2) Do you folks have a particular car wash solution you like to use? I'm using this Carnaba wash/wax mix from my dad and it seems gentle but effective. I go over the car after with some of the Mother's spray-wax and buff/clean the car with fresh microfiber when dry. 3) Just looking for any other "cool" tips or tricks you guys use to keep your car looking spiffy  Mahalos in advance guys! |
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07-29-2013, 05:01 PM
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I love washing and detailing!!!....watch this video he is a "nerd" when it comes to detailing
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0Sqi1lAj1A"]Audi R8 BLACKBIRD: Basic Car Wash Techniques - /DRIVE CLEAN - YouTube[/ame]
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07-29-2013, 05:19 PM
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Dang, that was a great video! I learned a lot of great washing/detailing information for my new FRS.
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07-29-2013, 06:12 PM
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Two bucket wash method with Meguiars Gold Class car wash, dry with clean microfiber then finish with waffleweave microfiber (Waffleweaves cost more than regular microfibers but they are definitely worth it), and wax with Meguiars Ultimate Wax. Easy to do and quick. I've had the car for 7 months now and no spiderwebs. I'll still probably polish the car after a few more months though.
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Quote:
 [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTZchsxdq7A"]Top Ten Detailing Mistakes - /DRIVE CLEAN - YouTube[/ame] [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taCsUrWLv1M"]Car Show Quick Tips - /DRIVE CLEAN - YouTube[/ame]
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Been watching this guys' videos for the past couple of days... Good information. Even thought about buying some of his products until I saw the shipping cost to Hawaii... Bummed me out.
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08-28-2013, 05:32 PM
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I wonder how much this guy charges to wash your car...
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