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use one cloth to apply (polish) and one to wipe off (buff). also you know youve polished enough when your polishing so hard that its starting to actually buff off (then that means ur wiping too hard and prob need more polish)... also, try using sealent as well as wax i found my car too stay clean for about a month that way! (sealents meant to last longer but im a bit of a noob when it comes to applying it, so surely once im good at it it'll last longer)
I disagree with using a microfibre cloth to apply polish/glaze or sealant. First, you quickly load up the microfibre cloth and it works no better than a cheap discount shop cloth. Second, you end up killing the microfibre cloth and it doesn't perform like it should the next time you use it. Use a foam or microfibre application pad instead.Quote:
Originally Posted by steve88
Use a liquid laundry detergent diluted in water. The #1 rule when washing microfibre is to never use softener. Even those dryer sheets. Other than that, you can use hot or cold water (I prefer hot to soften the wax), scrub it good with your hand, toss it into the spin cycle and then optionally into a dryer.Quote:
Originally Posted by riruiz_88
For windows, I use Meg's NXT glass cleaner. I think it is important to have a 2nd clean cloth to wipe the windows after you first work the glass cleaner in. Try using 2 cloths with your glass cleaner before going out to buy the Meg's cleaner. If it works, you save money. :)
yeh i know only apply the polish/glaze and wax with an applicator pad. its actually easy :). but the above post/s dont really help me with my original question. i want to know what the process is on how to wash the micro' towels but without damaging them?
Would meg's lamb wool wash mits be recommended?
thought that was only for washing ur car?Quote:
Originally Posted by 1996ek1
Read my next post after that one about the applicator pad. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by riruiz_88
It's good for washing cars. I use that.Quote:
Originally Posted by 1996ek1
The other side with the netting is for washing glass...Quote:
Originally Posted by 1996ek1
i thought thats what it was for, but i didnt really use it cause i thought that it might scratch my windows? anybody shed some light pleaseQuote:
Originally Posted by EuroAccord13
thanks man i didnt see your post my bad. i just soaked it in water and ringed it out as much as i could and left it to naturally dry under cover. but i will do that next time ey :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally Posted by aaronng
and i will try that meg next window cleaner next time aswell. also for the 2 towels that you talk about, would 1 be for applying the product and the other towel to buff the window yeh?
It won't scratch your windows. It was originally for removing tar spots and bug poo off paint, but it will scratch paint. So I only use it for the windows when washing the car.Quote:
Originally Posted by riruiz_88
What I do is:Quote:
Originally Posted by riruiz_88
Exterior glass
Spray the glass cleaner on, use 1 towel to work it around and buff off. Use 2nd towel to make sure it is really clean.
Interior glass
Spray the glass cleaner on the 1st towel and wipe it on the glass. Use the 2nd one to buff off.
i was lookin at my wheels today and it made my car seem not as clean. i want to buy a wheel cleaner, what would you recommend? my rims have a clear coat on them, so i would want the product to be clear coat safe.
Diluted liquid laundry detergent in a spray bottle and an alloy wheel brush.Quote:
Originally Posted by riruiz_88
damn man you have an answer for everything, thanks for the tip. ill buy some liquid detergent today, and ill use it as a wheel cleaner and a micro fiber cleaner (not a softener)
thanx for the diy. helped me heaps. cheers
A+ write up
nice write up..
for me..
when im lazy [which i generally am]
its a quick rinse then meguairs speed detailer.. that stuff works wonders.
Good writeup, shame about water restrictions though..
that shouldnt stop you man, in Brisbane we are on level 6 restrictions. i still wash my car, although i go to a car wash. its a small price to pay but it still does the job
Yeah but no sponges/buckets are allowed at the car wash. Not to say I don't use a sponge rather than that broom thing, but people get pissed off when you take so long.
In the old days before water restrictions you could wash your car to perfection!
yeh thats tru ey. but i always go either late at night or real early in the morning. its perfect cause if u go at night its only taxi's that come in, or if u go in the morning u dont get many people
do you guys find that after a good hard wax polish and even sealent you get alot of dust stuck on your car and that shit accumulates fairly quickly?
yeh i did notice that too, probs cause its kind of sticky. it would be a good idea to invest in a car cover, im gonna get one dont know when though haha.
I must just say guys, I have not been on these forums for 4 years, but have recently bought a 90 CRX 1.6 (work for Ford car sales now, not detailing) and have been reading for a bit as the people on these forums were always very helpful and polite, amazing to see my car wash guide still up here and being used today. brings back memories of my integra soob soob.....
LoL matty yeah? fark i still remember ya! its been ages
talk about diggin up an old thread!
Two thumbs up for your write up...it helps alot.
sorry guys i know this is a DIY section but is there a good shop in Melbourne that can help me take out some really bad spider web scratches off my car because my whole car needs a good detail. I'd thought I would let a pro do it first then I'll take care of it in years time.
Damien at Final Inspection.Quote:
Originally Posted by kera_1
http://www.finalinspection.com.au/
my lord. now thats one top write up :thumbsup: awesome brotha!