1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Coffee Stain Electric Pressure Washer/Foam Sprayer Skunk odor in cab 3M Adhesive remover Removing Tree Scratches - DIY or Professional? The Nozzle Thread

Whats your detailing trick??

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by cole47, Mar 21, 2009.

Page 1 of 2
  1. Mar 21, 2009 at 1:58 PM
    #1
    cole47

    #1
    cole47 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Oct 31, 2008
    Member:
    #10400
    Messages:
    1,123
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Cole
    Hickory NC
    Vehicle:
    Ray of Sunshine
    lift, wheels, tires
    Okay everybody has their own trick to make their truck have that "look" when they wash it. for instance mine is wd40 under the fenderwells to make it shine. so whats is yours? or whats the product you use to make it have that look
     
    cole47, Mar 21, 2009
    #1
  2. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:37 PM
    #2
    Packman73

    #2
    Packman73 ^^^^ 3%er ^^^^

    Joined:
    Aug 24, 2008
    Member:
    #8741
    Messages:
    8,276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Matt
    The free state of Arizona
    Vehicle:
    2007 TRD Off Road
    Bilstein 5100's (front set @ .85"), OME 885's, chris4x4 anti-Taco-lean spacer on driver's side, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Black FJ TT Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Rear Bumper, Black Center Valence, Exhaust Cut At Axle, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!
    Ancient Chinese secret. ;)
     
    Packman73, Mar 21, 2009
    #2
  3. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:48 PM
    #3
    tdm156

    #3
    tdm156 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 24, 2008
    Member:
    #6166
    Messages:
    586
    Gender:
    Male
    San Antonio, TX
    Vehicle:
    2009 DC 4x4 SR5**Sold
    I usually use ICE detailer once its nice and clean, simple green to clean the extra dirty spots, Black WOW for the black molding, fender wells and on the undercover to keep it looking great and easy to clean later on, sprayway window cleaner
     
    tdm156, Mar 21, 2009
    #3
  4. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:51 PM
    #4
    DeeKay21

    #4
    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

    Joined:
    Nov 11, 2008
    Member:
    #10651
    Messages:
    14,152
    Gender:
    Male
    Nevada/Utah
    Vehicle:
    06' TRD Sport 4x4
    Hey what every happened about your nerf bar situation? Did you leave them on?
     
    DeeKay21, Mar 21, 2009
    #4
  5. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:53 PM
    #5
    Packman73

    #5
    Packman73 ^^^^ 3%er ^^^^

    Joined:
    Aug 24, 2008
    Member:
    #8741
    Messages:
    8,276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Matt
    The free state of Arizona
    Vehicle:
    2007 TRD Off Road
    Bilstein 5100's (front set @ .85"), OME 885's, chris4x4 anti-Taco-lean spacer on driver's side, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Black FJ TT Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Rear Bumper, Black Center Valence, Exhaust Cut At Axle, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!
    I did decide to leave them on...but now I think they'll come off. :)
     
    Packman73, Mar 21, 2009
    #5
  6. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:54 PM
    #6
    drifter379

    #6
    drifter379 CenTex Honky

    Joined:
    Jan 29, 2009
    Member:
    #13084
    Messages:
    3,515
    Gender:
    Male
    Texas
    Vehicle:
    06 Tacoma SR5 Prerunner
    Secondary Air filter mod,Removed running boards,AFE Pro dry filter,sirius satelite radio,relocated horns,sockmonkey decal,EZ change drain plug,color matched grille,grille craft mx, BHLM, Fog light mod, Hellas behind the grille
    I tip the kid at the car wash $2.
     
    drifter379, Mar 21, 2009
    #6
  7. Mar 21, 2009 at 2:56 PM
    #7
    DeeKay21

    #7
    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

    Joined:
    Nov 11, 2008
    Member:
    #10651
    Messages:
    14,152
    Gender:
    Male
    Nevada/Utah
    Vehicle:
    06' TRD Sport 4x4
    Haha!! Naw, leave them on!!! Looks killer!!! Chrome with chrome!!! Mine is black with white though!!;)
    [​IMG]
     
    DeeKay21, Mar 21, 2009
    #7
  8. Mar 21, 2009 at 3:02 PM
    #8
    Packman73

    #8
    Packman73 ^^^^ 3%er ^^^^

    Joined:
    Aug 24, 2008
    Member:
    #8741
    Messages:
    8,276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Matt
    The free state of Arizona
    Vehicle:
    2007 TRD Off Road
    Bilstein 5100's (front set @ .85"), OME 885's, chris4x4 anti-Taco-lean spacer on driver's side, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Black FJ TT Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Rear Bumper, Black Center Valence, Exhaust Cut At Axle, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!
    It'll be funny to see the wife get in without them though.
     
    Packman73, Mar 21, 2009
    #8
  9. Mar 21, 2009 at 3:05 PM
    #9
    DeeKay21

    #9
    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

    Joined:
    Nov 11, 2008
    Member:
    #10651
    Messages:
    14,152
    Gender:
    Male
    Nevada/Utah
    Vehicle:
    06' TRD Sport 4x4
    Uh oh! "Slip-boom-headache" = You aint gettin none for a while!:p
     
    DeeKay21, Mar 21, 2009
    #9
  10. Apr 5, 2009 at 11:25 AM
    #10
    yotapainter

    #10
    yotapainter Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2009
    Member:
    #14713
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Southern Indiana
    Vehicle:
    06 Double Cab TRD Sport
    Word to the wise on the WD40....Not on plastic my friend, because it contains petrolem distlates it will brown and discolor it over time. Go with a cheap protectant thats water based like STP son of a gun and wipe it down good. Any of your tire shines with petrolem in it also is bad for plastic....read the label to be sure!

    Don't ask how I know....
     
    yotapainter, Apr 5, 2009
    #10
  11. Apr 5, 2009 at 11:29 AM
    #11
    chris4x4

    #11
    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

    Joined:
    May 8, 2008
    Member:
    #6497
    Messages:
    112,751,526
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    FlimFlubberJAM
    Tenoe, AZ
    Vehicle:
    2019 Rubicon 4 Door,
    4.10 gears, sliders, and lots of buttons.
    One thing I do, is spray the frame and everything under the truck (Suspension, axel, cross members, etc.) with Armor All. It prevents mud from sticking to it and other crap from sticking to it.
     
    chris4x4, Apr 5, 2009
    #11
  12. Apr 5, 2009 at 11:30 AM
    #12
    chris4x4

    #12
    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

    Joined:
    May 8, 2008
    Member:
    #6497
    Messages:
    112,751,526
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    FlimFlubberJAM
    Tenoe, AZ
    Vehicle:
    2019 Rubicon 4 Door,
    4.10 gears, sliders, and lots of buttons.
    You mean "Ancient Chris4x4 secret" :D
     
    chris4x4, Apr 5, 2009
    #12
  13. Apr 5, 2009 at 11:57 AM
    #13
    Jester243

    #13
    Jester243 all I wanted was a god dang picture of a hotdog...

    Joined:
    Jun 25, 2008
    Member:
    #7552
    Messages:
    10,408
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dan
    Spokane, WA
    Vehicle:
    2016 Trail Premium 4Runner w/ KDSS
    some of this, a little of that
    your Chinese? :)
     
    Jester243, Apr 5, 2009
    #13
  14. Apr 5, 2009 at 11:59 AM
    #14
    chris4x4

    #14
    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

    Joined:
    May 8, 2008
    Member:
    #6497
    Messages:
    112,751,526
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    FlimFlubberJAM
    Tenoe, AZ
    Vehicle:
    2019 Rubicon 4 Door,
    4.10 gears, sliders, and lots of buttons.
    No, which is why I said "Chris4x4" as opposed to Chinese4x4. :D
     
    chris4x4, Apr 5, 2009
    #14
  15. Apr 5, 2009 at 12:10 PM
    #15
    Packman73

    #15
    Packman73 ^^^^ 3%er ^^^^

    Joined:
    Aug 24, 2008
    Member:
    #8741
    Messages:
    8,276
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Matt
    The free state of Arizona
    Vehicle:
    2007 TRD Off Road
    Bilstein 5100's (front set @ .85"), OME 885's, chris4x4 anti-Taco-lean spacer on driver's side, Total Chaos UCAs, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Toytec AALs, Black FJ TT Wheels, BFG 285/75R 16 AT Tires, TRD Exhaust, Viper Alarm, Fog Light Mod, De-badged, Blue LED Dome Light, EZ Clamped Tailgate, Wet Okoles, Satoshi Grill, 5% Tint, Engine Tick Fix, Black Rear Bumper, Black Center Valence, Exhaust Cut At Axle, Thanks for all the help chris4x4!
    Uhh... yes, that is what I mean. :eek:
     
    Packman73, Apr 5, 2009
    #15
  16. Apr 6, 2009 at 6:55 PM
    #16
    medic

    #16
    medic Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 30, 2009
    Member:
    #15384
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    Arizona
    Vehicle:
    09 DC LB 4x4
    Front: Icon 3" lift, Total Chaos UCA's. Back: Bilstein 5100's w/ AAL's
    My detailing trick....jpgSpoiled, I know.
     
    medic, Apr 6, 2009
    #16
  17. Apr 6, 2009 at 7:18 PM
    #17
    Lentsnh

    #17
    Lentsnh Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 22, 2008
    Member:
    #10953
    Messages:
    9,527
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2007 Hummer H3 Tactical Edition
    None yet- Future: HIDs, Tinted tails, LED interior lights,
    Mothers Back to Black for the plastic trim
     
    Lentsnh, Apr 6, 2009
    #17
  18. Apr 6, 2009 at 7:26 PM
    #18
    tacomaman06

    #18
    tacomaman06 Carolina Alliance: Enforcer

    Joined:
    May 1, 2007
    Member:
    #1475
    Messages:
    26,212
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Will
    York,South Carolina
    Vehicle:
    '16 Tundra TRD Pro
    getting there....
    i use meguiars endurance on tires....keeps them black and shiny and lasts a long time. and for cleaning windows.....i always use stoners invisible glass with crumpled up newspaper...............cleans like no other and no streaks at all.
     
    tacomaman06, Apr 6, 2009
    #18
  19. Apr 6, 2009 at 7:29 PM
    #19
    MUDFISH

    #19
    MUDFISH Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 1, 2009
    Member:
    #15465
    Messages:
    535
    Gender:
    Male
    Syracuse
    Vehicle:
    12 Double Cab SR5

    When I had my Zr2, I used to spray the underside with cooking spray to make cleanup easier after offroading... It worked, nothing stuck... but who know what kind of negative effects it had...
     
    MUDFISH, Apr 6, 2009
    #19
  20. Apr 6, 2009 at 8:11 PM
    #20
    Marioso

    #20
    Marioso Risueno

    Joined:
    May 22, 2008
    Member:
    #6790
    Messages:
    3,270
    Gender:
    Male
    San diego Ca
    Vehicle:
    2007 Toyota Fj Cruiser
    my secret?...i dont use fancy products when detailing a car inside...i pour 4 oz of degreaser into a spray bottle and the rest water...i then spray the whole dash stereo, steering wheel everything...door handles door panels etc etc and scrub with my brush then i whipe it all off and add a leather dressing which i use on plastic...2 n 1 kinda thing.

    wheel wells the same...i spray with the pressure washer, spray degreaser, rinse. let dry and then spray everything with the same dressing i use for the inside orrrrrrr i use the white foam spray people use on tires for the wheel wells.
     
    Marioso, Apr 6, 2009
    #20
Page 1 of 2

Products Discussed in

3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner, 08987, Removes Adhesive Residue, Gentle On Paint/Vinyl/Fabric, 15 fl oz
$19.79
3M VHB 100x200mm~ (4" X8") Double Sided Foam Adhesive Sheet Tape 5952 Automotive Mounting Industrial Grade Very High Bond 5952 (1 Sheets 100x200mm)
$7.89
Detail Juice Car Care Garry Dean's Infinite Use Concentrate Automotive Detailing Supplies Rinseless Wash, Waterless Wash, Water Softener, Detail Spray, Spray Wax (16 oz)
$49.99
McKee's 37 MK37-1000 Total Headlight Restoration Kit, (6-Piece)
$49.99
Chemical Guys CLD_201 Signature Series Orange Degreaser, Multipurpose Power, Safe for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More, 128 fl oz (1 Gallon)
$49.99
Grit Guard Bucket Insert with Washboard Combo - Detailing Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Boat, & RV Wash, Mitt & Brush Scrubbing Surface to Keep Dirt at Bottom of Bucket (GGWB-Black/GGINS-Black)
$22.95
Weiler 73146 Polystyrene Vehicle Care Wash Brush , 2-1/2" Head Width, 9-1/2" Overall Length, Natural
$22.96
Buffing Sponge Pads , SPTA 5Pcs 6.5" Face for 6" 150mm Backing Plate Compound , Cutting Polishing Pad Kit For Car Buffer Polisher Compounding , Polishing and Waxing -SQMIX65
$24.99
Chemical Guys CWS_402_64 Mr. Pink Foaming Car Wash Soap (Works with Foam Cannons, Foam Guns or Bucket Washes) Safe for Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, RVs & More, 64 fl oz, Candy Scent
$24.99
Chemical Guys SPI22716 HydroInterior SiO2 Ceramic Interior Quick Detailer and Protectant for Interiors, Furniture, Apparel, and More (Works on Plastic, Vinyl, Imitation Leather, and More), 16 fl oz
$24.89
Start Your Own Automobile Detailing Business
$24.00
Chemical Guys TVD_108_16 Tire and Trim Gel for Plastic and Rubber, Restore and Renew Faded Tires, Trim, Bumpers and Rubber, Safe for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More 16 fl oz
$24.99
His Butt Booster Mens Padded Butt Booster Booty Enhancer Molded Pad Boyshort Brief for Men,Black,Large
$23.99
MOTHERS 05550 California Gold Pure Brazilian Carnauba Wax Paste (Ultimate Wax System, Step 3) - 12 oz.
$24.75
Griot's Garage B120P BOSS Correcting Cream 16oz
$24.99
McKee's 37 Wax Remover for Plastic, 8 oz
$23.99
6.5" Orange Foam Correcting Pads (Set of 2)
$24.64
Black Wow Exterior Trim Restorer … (2oz)
$24.99
Duragloss 951 Automotive Aquawax - 22 oz.
$24.55
True Temper ABTT3612 Scratch-Free Snow Brush, 36"
$40.21
Carrand 93088 10" Bi-Level Brush with 8' Aluminum Handle
$46.29
Wolfgang Concours Series WG-5500 Deep Gloss Paint Sealant, 16 fl. oz, Black
$44.94
Tool Daily Dual-Function Undercarriage Cleaner,Surface Cleaner for Pressure Washer, 16", Underbody Car Wash Water Broom with 3 Pieces Extension Wand, 4000 PSI
$44.99
BE PRESSURE 85.400.062 Under-Car Cleaner 4 Nozzle
$37.99
Mookis Dent Removal Kit Paintless Dent Repair Kit 41PCS Dent Repair Tools with Golden Dent Lifter Kit, Bridge Dent Puller Kit and T-bar Dent Puller
$35.99
Griot's Garage 11153 Paint Cleaning Clay 8oz
$35.97
Chemical Guys WAC_118_16 JetSeal Anti-Corrosion Sealant and Paint Protectant, Safe for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More, (16 fl oz), White
$39.99
Chemical Guys GAP_VKIT_101 V36 Optical Grade Cutting Polish and V38 Final Polish, 16 Ounce, 2 Items
$39.99
FW1 Wash & Wax Waterless Polish with Carambula 17.50oz (3-Pack)
$53.91
LUXOR STC-8BH Bottle Holder for STC Tub Shelf Cart
$57.74
Turtle Wax T-468R ICE Liquid Wax - 14 oz.
$59.98
Meguiar's D17001 Hyper Dressing - 1 Gallon – Give Your Car’s Trim Pieces the Best Shine & Gloss
$57.05
Nanoskin AUTOSCRUB 6" Surface Prep Pad Medium Grade- Patented Clay Bar Replacement Tool to Remove Embedded Contaminants Before Wax & Coating | Safe for Painted Surface, Glass, Plastic, Metal & More
$37.99
Tire Dressing Tire Protectant No Tire Shine No Dirt or Brake Dust Attracting Residue 1 Gallon Satin/Matte Finish Stays Clean Longer Cleans Up Easier Aircraft Grade. Better Than Automotive Products
$39.95
Wet or Waterless Wash Wax Kit 144 Ounces. Cleans, Protects, and Shines. Aircraft Quality Just Spray On and Wipe Dry
$39.95
TruXmat 2' X 4' | 1705064 | Truck Luggage - Utility Cargo Mat
$43.05
Dr. Beasley's Matte Wheel Seal 32oz Spray-on - Preserves Appearance of Matte & Satin Painted Auto Wheels, Barrier from Dust & Grime, Easier Cleaning, High Heat Resistance
$40.49
303 Products Aerospace Protectant – UV Protection – Repels Dust, Dirt, & Staining – Smooth Matte Finish – Restores Like-New Appearance – 2 Fl. Oz. (30302-16PK)
$42.02
Nanoskin AUTOSCRUB Fine Grade Wash Mitt,Weft Knitted Microfiber [AS-016] Blue, 6" x 8.7"
$42.42
Salt-Away Concentrate Kit with Mixing Unit, Salt Remover, 32 Fl. Oz.
$43.88
Pro Lift C-5006 Foldable EVA Mat - Anti Fatigue EVA Foam Sheet (6 fold) - Great for Garage, Picnicking, Gardening, Camping and Outdoor Activities, Black/Red
$34.99
Chemical Guys MIC_506_12 Professional Grade Premium Microfiber Towels, Gold (16" x 16") (Pack of 12) - Safe for Car Wash, Home Cleaning & Pet Drying Cloths
$34.99
To Top