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10-15-14, 02:16 PM
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Keep in mind that while the products you use are important, the process you use is even more important.
You should practice the 3 bucket wash method to help keep your vehicle looking it's best for longer periods of time.
If you want any specific product recommendations, just let me know... happy to help.
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You should practice the 3 bucket wash method to help keep your vehicle looking it's best for longer periods of time.
If you want any specific product recommendations, just let me know... happy to help.
-Zach
I've actually got one of your post booked marked where you replied with all the products you use for each part of your car. I'm gonna watch a video on you tube about the 3 bucket wash.
Do you use a pressure washer? If so which brand? And at which PSI should I be looking at that. Won't start stripping my paint?
Thanks.
10-15-14, 02:52 PM
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I was spoiled and lazy with my old dirt-gold colored car and now have a less forgiving dark pearl blue exterior w/ ivory interior. How often should I wash and wax (I have a garage- also a lot of polleny trees in yard) and what kind for protection? Thank you.
10-15-14, 07:04 PM
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Thanks! I've actually got one of your post booked marked where you replied with all the products you use for each part of your car. I'm gonna watch a video on you tube about the 3 bucket wash. Do you use a pressure washer? If so which brand? And at which PSI should I be looking at that. Won't start stripping my paint? Thanks.
10-15-14, 07:46 PM
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10-15-14, 07:55 PM
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If I had a darker color I might do otherwise, but believe it or not I just use a hose and a microfiber cloth to clean my car. No soap because that removes sealant. If I go through a dirty winter of ice/mud I take it to a good carwash for a decent cleaning. I then use Wolf's Harbody on it as a sealant. If get any type of road crud (tar, etc.) I clay the area, then use the Worf's product. I use Lexol on the leather seats. My paint looks brand new.
10-16-14, 06:51 AM
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If I had a darker color I might do otherwise, but believe it or not I just use a hose and a microfiber cloth to clean my car. No soap because that removes sealant. If I go through a dirty winter of ice/mud I take it to a good carwash for a decent cleaning. I then use Wolf's Harbody on it as a sealant. If get any type of road crud (tar, etc.) I clay the area, then use the Worf's product. I use Lexol on the leather seats. My paint looks brand new.
Soap is absolutely critical for the wash process... the suds effectively capture and lift dirt from the surface of the vehicle, making for a much easier cleaning process. Also, shampoos contain added lubricants to make washing safer.
There are plenty of shampoos that will not remove sealants or waxes when used properly. If you do not follow the recommended dilution ratios, yes, many shampoos can degrade or remove sealants.
Optimum Car Wash is a fantastic maintenance shampoo, as is Meguiar's D111.
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