Wax?

How hard is it to clay bar a truck if it's my first time?

I ordred all my car wash supplies from Amazon. Mostly chemical guys products but with a mothers clay bar and retailer spray kit.

 

Not hard... Just do it right. Use plenty of lube (detail spray etc) and use very little pressure to reduce marring. Let the clay do the work. Do one section at a time, turning microfiber often... Have plenty of them ready. Tape off or stay away from plastics.

Keep an eye on the clay and fold contaminants inside. If you drop it, throw it away.

 

Its very easy just take your time. You wont see too much of a difference since its a new car but you can definitely feel the difference when you run your hand across the paint.

 

I use NU Finish on my vehicles. I was them once, then after 30 days I give them a second waxing. Seems to last all year.

 

I recommend the new clay sponges which are reusable after being cleaned. Still have to be careful with them, but they seem to work well (I just used one for the first time).

For example:

$16 Nanoskin (AS-019) AutoScrub Fine Grade Sponge

http://www.amazon.com/Nanoskin-AS-019-AutoScrub-Grade-Sponge/dp/B00CUAWJ6G

 

Just ordered some Colinite 845. Its hard to find in Canada as most places are sold out

 

Going to give them a try. Use just like clay (minus the folding)?

 

Pretty much, directions are on the back. Have or make a good slippery lube, and make sure to do the window rub first to clean off the shipping layer. Also it seemed to work best when kept warm.

 

Can you elaborate for us neophytes?
Thanks

 

Sure thing, it's in the directions on the back, but you lube it up and rub it vigorously in a circular pattern over a clean-ish window for about 90 seconds. Rubs off the protective coating, and might make some soapy bubbles. Spritz and wipe it off after that and if its not too cold, it should be ready to use.

 

Inside, outside, or both?

 

Was once a Collinite fan... But I have found better. DoDo Juice Supernatural. Amazing wax. Thats what I use on all my vehicles, including my 1993 Ranger Splash.

 

I use basic Turtle Wax paste twice a year. Works just fine for me but i have a white truck.

 

I waxed my truck last weekend. I am still finding wax in some of the crevices that I didn't get out, lol. It is a job that is a time waster but I hate to pay someone to do it.

Oh, and I used some type of meguire's wax paste. It got rid of some of the "sparkle" to the silver and made it look like a deeper/darker color. Perhaps I didn't do enough on the buffing step, dunno. I don't mind the change though

 

Which interior bits are you using 303 for? Dash, console area? Others?

 

This might be of interest to some of you. I put together a list and description of some readily available waxes/sealers good for a daily driver. Easy to use and won't break the bank.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/paint-protection-advice-wax-and-sealer.401094/

 

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo
Mother's Clay Bar Kit
Mother's California Gold Carnauba Wax
A bunch of fresh microfiber towels

After reading some stuff on here I might switch to the

$21 collinite 845 insulator wax-easy to use carnauba+polymer wax sealant-high gloss shine+durable hydrophobic beading & long lasting paint protection for cars/boats/trucks/rvs & motorcycles (16 fl oz)

collinite 845 wax and pick up some better wash mitts/waffle towels from autogeek.

 

Turtle wax ICE premium paint protection

 

Used chemical guys butter wax last time I cleaned and detailed the Tacoma good results.

This time I used

$20 Duragloss 105 Automotive Total Performance Polish - 16 oz.

Duragloss 105 TPP. I'm super impressed with it, ordered another bottle and the bonding agent stuff too for refills.