Exterior Care Tips?
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Exterior Care Tips?
What is your regimen?
I'm looking to get tips on the best way to take care of the xD's exterior. My last car I only washed every couple months...and I know that is bad...but I just didn't care that much about the 01 accord as I do about the xD...
I want to wash and wax...but don't know how often or what kind of wax is good. Does wax offer more to a car than just shine?
Thanks.
I'm looking to get tips on the best way to take care of the xD's exterior. My last car I only washed every couple months...and I know that is bad...but I just didn't care that much about the 01 accord as I do about the xD...
I want to wash and wax...but don't know how often or what kind of wax is good. Does wax offer more to a car than just shine?
Thanks.
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I used to wash once a week, then after a while, I finally waxed it. Took FOREVER (white car...can barely see the wax), waxed it again the following week and it lasted for a while(makes washing MUCH easier later on). Use a brand new sponge every time you wash, NEVER re-use a sponge, just throw it out after each wash. If you drop the sponge, throw it out. Don't try to rinse it off and get the rocks out, it won't work, it will end up giving you swirl marks all over the car. Same goes for towels, only use micro-fiber towels, and if you drop them, throw them out or use them for wheels or something 'less important'.
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I wash once a week depending on weather and I use a spray wax every other wash and once every few months I use real wax not the spray stuff. The two best brands for cleaning supplies are mothers or Maguire’s go to there websites you will find details on products and even tips for cleaning your car
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That is a LOT of money to spend on sponges each time you wash your car :? I use the same one over and over, but I have different sponges for parts of the car. Like a body panel only sponge, tire+rim sponge, engine bay sponge and... I think thats it. I also keep my microfiber towels separate from cotton since mixing them defeats the purpose of a microfiber towel.
I highly suggest you wash, CLAY then wax your car. What is the point of waxing your car when it's not completely clean? You can clay your car at anytime, but the rule of thumb is you clay when you notice the surface of your car is no longer smooth. Then you clay Always, always follow up with waxing what you just clayed since the wax will stay longer and will be smoother for longer. Just use the clay lube when you clay or you'll ruin your clearcoat
I highly suggest you wash, CLAY then wax your car. What is the point of waxing your car when it's not completely clean? You can clay your car at anytime, but the rule of thumb is you clay when you notice the surface of your car is no longer smooth. Then you clay Always, always follow up with waxing what you just clayed since the wax will stay longer and will be smoother for longer. Just use the clay lube when you clay or you'll ruin your clearcoat
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Don't wax - wax yellows and has to be re-applied every 3 months. Use Zaino - it is a polymer system that you layer on. The more layers, the deeper the shine. it leasily lasts up to a year. I have been using on my cars for 9 years.
http://www.zainostore.com/
NOTE: I am not affiliated with nor do I make any money from Zaino. It's just a really good product.
http://www.zainostore.com/
NOTE: I am not affiliated with nor do I make any money from Zaino. It's just a really good product.
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I've never heard of having to let the paint cure after its out of the factory. :?
When getting it from the dealership it should already be smooth, but most likely you will notice your hand will start to drag on the paint, then its time to clay.
I don't see if you will see much of a difference with a "deeper shine" on silver or white xDs, but darker cars yes. As far as the wax yellowing... how long do you think the wax should be on the car for? It eventually comes off after washing, rains and other elements. Hence why you rewax.
When getting it from the dealership it should already be smooth, but most likely you will notice your hand will start to drag on the paint, then its time to clay.
I don't see if you will see much of a difference with a "deeper shine" on silver or white xDs, but darker cars yes. As far as the wax yellowing... how long do you think the wax should be on the car for? It eventually comes off after washing, rains and other elements. Hence why you rewax.
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Supplies: Turtle Wax ICE brand everything
2 sided microfiber mitt thats machine washable
Microfiber Towels
Regime: Wash once per week with exception to upcoming car shows. Wax once a month. Liquid Clay bar every 3 months. Hose down wheel wells and undercarriage. Interior cleaners on the engine bay. WD40 unpainted metal engine components. Vacuum every week. Microfiber is God And always double check cleaning materials for rocks and other dirt cause then its time to get a new one.
2 sided microfiber mitt thats machine washable
Microfiber Towels
Regime: Wash once per week with exception to upcoming car shows. Wax once a month. Liquid Clay bar every 3 months. Hose down wheel wells and undercarriage. Interior cleaners on the engine bay. WD40 unpainted metal engine components. Vacuum every week. Microfiber is God And always double check cleaning materials for rocks and other dirt cause then its time to get a new one.
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Originally Posted by ChelsDS
That is a LOT of money to spend on sponges each time you wash your car :?
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Theres no point in clay barring a new car, wait a while so the clay can actually do something. I'm going to do it in Sept before the winter, and get a nice thick coat of wax on it.
I plan on just washing and waxing until around october or so and then will do the clay bar + a couple coats of wax like you said.
So I found this guide on claybarring and polishing your car:
http://simpledetailing.blogspot.com/...-your-car.html
can someone tell me if this is the right way to do it? and also...when buffing your wax in, do you use microfiber or cotton?
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Great link... Wonder what sealant to use after you clay bar the car? Hmmm - I'm sure someone will have an opinion on this.
I went to my local independently owned parts store and bought about $50 worth of Maguire's products. to give you an idea of what the basics cost.
I went to my local independently owned parts store and bought about $50 worth of Maguire's products. to give you an idea of what the basics cost.
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Microfiber.
I've never clayed so I can't confirm that, but from what I've heard, it's basically wash, clay + lube, wax.
I will confirm this statement though.
Anything you use for cleaning the outside of the car should be thrown into the trash if it touches the ground.
Also, for waxing, be prepared to get a nice work out. It takes a long time, and don't rush. Apply the wax and let it dry, while it's drying, add more wax to another section (don't go overboard). Once it's completely dried, buff it off and move on. You don't want to be in direct sunlight while doing this, it will make the wax dry to fast and could possibly damage the paint if left on for too long.
I've never clayed so I can't confirm that, but from what I've heard, it's basically wash, clay + lube, wax.
I will confirm this statement though.
N.B: Try not to drop the clay bar on the floor. If this happens, throw it away ! Never reuse it or the dirt brought up from the ground will scratch your car.
Also, for waxing, be prepared to get a nice work out. It takes a long time, and don't rush. Apply the wax and let it dry, while it's drying, add more wax to another section (don't go overboard). Once it's completely dried, buff it off and move on. You don't want to be in direct sunlight while doing this, it will make the wax dry to fast and could possibly damage the paint if left on for too long.
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Originally Posted by GreyFox
Great link... Wonder what sealant to use after you clay bar the car? Hmmm - I'm sure someone will have an opinion on this.
I went to my local independently owned parts store and bought about $50 worth of Maguire's products. to give you an idea of what the basics cost.
I went to my local independently owned parts store and bought about $50 worth of Maguire's products. to give you an idea of what the basics cost.
so combining the two guides when claying looks good.