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Got the Detailing itch

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Yoda's TRD, Jun 9, 2015.

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  1. Aug 19, 2015 at 9:10 PM
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    Jeremy, if I may jump in, I would say new technology waxes have come a long way. There are liquid waxes that can be applied and wiped off right away without leaving any white residue and no curing time. Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax is a prime example. The spray waxes are nice, but they don't last very long.
     
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  2. Aug 19, 2015 at 9:11 PM
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  3. Aug 19, 2015 at 9:14 PM
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    you can't go wrong with Meguairs or Chemical Guys, I would look into doing a Meguairs Synthetic Sealant on your paint over a wax. It'll last a LOT longer, and then you can always add more layers of sealant or wax over it.
     
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  4. Aug 20, 2015 at 5:29 AM
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    Anyone know how the bigger Luxor cart (EC11-B) compares to this one in terms of quality? Reviews on Amazon seem better for the smaller one, but I probably need more capacity when I look at all of the supplies I have and how I'm planning to use it. Can't imagine they'd be that different in terms of quality.

    ppham444 - looks great!
     
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  5. Aug 20, 2015 at 3:03 PM
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    I did get a new truck, and love it so far .... I'd be glad to work -with- you on your truck, but I only detail my own LOL
     
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  6. Aug 20, 2015 at 4:26 PM
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    Fucking look it up
    Damn did you ever sell the ol flat bed?
     
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  7. Aug 20, 2015 at 8:35 PM
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    It's the same type of plastic. Can't go wrong either!
     
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  8. Aug 21, 2015 at 2:13 PM
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    I'm sure the bigger cart is just as fine as well. But seriously - you can get a LOT of products on the 3 shelf cart I have ..... but you know your needs ...
     
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  9. Aug 23, 2015 at 10:28 PM
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    Used my cart and supplies to detail my engine bay today. It works great!
     
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  10. Aug 24, 2015 at 4:13 PM
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    That's a 2010???-looks great. If you don't mind what did you do/use to get this new engine. Maybe it's the new cart?
     
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  11. Aug 24, 2015 at 4:33 PM
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    nice job

    what did you use to clean ?
     
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  12. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:35 PM
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    I first started with a foam cannon connected to my electric pressure washer. I used Chemical Guys Honeydew snow foam.
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    Then I scrubbed everything down with a soft bristle brush.
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    Then I used Meguiars All Purpose Cleaner with a detail brush to get into the hard to reach spots and areas that was really grimey.
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    Then I pressure washed everything down. Then I used a Blaster Sidekick to blow off all the water.
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    Then I used Chemical Guys Black on Black dressing to finish it off. Wipe off excess so it doesn't look greasy and too shiny.
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    Boom!!! Looks professional and took about an hour. I had everything loaded up on the cart. So it was super-convenient!
     
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  13. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:39 PM
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    Same exact stuff Ive been looking at ordering! What electric pressure washer do you have ?
     
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  14. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:40 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    ^^ Holy shit. Shame on me. Do you cover and how do you clean around the alternator?
     
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  15. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:43 PM
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    I need to upgrade to something bigger though. lol
     
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  16. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:45 PM
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  17. Aug 24, 2015 at 5:49 PM
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    Thanks! I give you credit for motivating me to get a cart and getting all my stuff in one place.
     
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