What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

For those of you that religiously detail your trucks, what would be considered a basic detailing kit (either preassembled or pieced together) that can provide a means of washing, waxing, and keeping interiors clean and protected? I understand Chemical Guys have good products, but I honestly wouldn't know where to start. Interested in what wash cloths and such are best to use as well. I've always been good with keeping my cars clean, however, I've never been one to go the extra mile with waxing the paint and paying more attention to detail.

Also, are foam sprayers worth the hype? Do you still need to scrub after you spray or is the foam expected to completely clean the exterior without having to scrub?

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

 

New lower control panel install from @MESO plus after market heated seats

 

Wow, that looks like a lot of work. Major props to you for that but I am glad I didn't go with that lower panel like I originally considered.

 

Well is says!
FUYAO
AS1M154
Solar tint
Acoustic
FW4108

It’s been hit but doesn’t seen to crack like the factory glass!

 

changed my oil today for the first time, 5K miles. Oil filter was not too tight. Front U joints were NOT greased, no other issues. Everything else clean and or full.

 

Just did my grill install and lights...

Saw all those Black Friday deals ...





Edit: I suck at parking.

 

There are looneys around here that would take a tire tool to your windshield for parking like that.

 

I suggest going on YouTube and looking at the site — Dallas Paint Correction. The guy on this channel has multiple videos on exterior and interior maintenance. He’s pretty good in my opinion.

 

In fact, try this link. https://youtu.be/faYdlL0-ZSw

 

Thanks for the feedback!

 

Haha.
Oh I know.

 

I thought all vehicles were clear coated.

 

Nice ride. What wheels and tires are those? How big is your lift?

 

Just got word from @rrentrop that my matte black vinyl door handle covers have shipped! Time to complete mission blackout! They're found over here.

 

I’ve been wondering if TVD or @AJT DESIGN was going to ever come up with a solution for the door handles without having to replace them!

 

I've been using waterless car wash for a few years. i use it on my 02 WS6 Trans Am. when i purchased my tacoma i went with this
Chemical Guys HOL401 Eco Friendly Drought-Buster Waterless Car Wash & Wax Kit (8 Items)
from Amazon and
Ethos Waterless Car Wash + Wax Kit, 10X Concentrated, 160 Ounces When Diluted, Four Ultra Plush Microfiber Towels. Premium, Easy to Use Formula! The Most Efficient Way to Clean Your Vehicle Available!
I use chemical guys first then Ethos. its easy to use and it works well. Both kits come with cloths.

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Selling your OEM units??

 

Seems to me that it would take a long time to wash a Taco with a squirt bottle and a towel. I guess you Cali people have no choice, huh?

 

Please post your experience after you have installed

 

Why would we have no choice?