Yeah... I cleaned and waxed 'em... 300+ miles and wiped once... looks nice 'n clean...

Who else does this ? I can't be the only wacko ! :lol:


Dave...

 

I use wheel cleaner and spray inside of there. After it sits for a few minutes, I use a gentle brush and some auto soap. Whatever the brush doesn't get I use my fingers. Wouldn't hurt to zaino it though. Did it to the wheels. I think I'll give it a shot.

 

You aren't. Others have posted about using chrome polish, which is what I do. Cleans the insides nicely.

 

Here is a shot of how clean my tips come out:

http://www.dfwsbr.com/zaino/P5020008.jpg

 

Wow, I have all that black crud in the inside. I didn't even know they could look like that! I thought it was just hte tips that were all nice and fancy on these. Next time I wash my car I'm going to clean that out, too. THanks for the pics Adam.

 

Clean mine with some car wash & use some chrome polish.and I will
clean them with a rag every few morning before I start it up.Helps
keep a shine.

 

Thanks...

Didn't think I'd be alone w/ this... Glad a couple others will start...


Dave...

 

Can someone please just advise a good setup/routine for detailing my baby? I don't want to spend 5 hours or $500 on cleaning so please recommend a practical/economical method. I have heard names like CrystalGuard and Zaino but I don't know where to start. Thanks for any help...

 

If you aren't looking to spend 5 hours or more, zaino isn't for you.

WAX:
You could always just get Megurs Gold Class liquid wax, which comes with an applicator pad. You can find this at any Autozone or similar auto parts store. Typical cost is around $20 or less.

Wash:
Do a full wash, complete dry. Apply the wax in a thin coat. Make sure you do this in the shade. Use 100% cotton towels to remove the wax. If you don't own any 100% cotton towels, get some from the auto parts store. Make sure you wash / dry them before using them. If there are any particles in the rags when you are removing the wax, you could scratch the clear coat.

Windows:
Get a good auto glass cleaner for the windows, use inside and out. Remove with paper towels. Do this in a shaded area, as in sunlight will leave streaks.

Wheels:
Just use a good wheel cleaner. I like eagle one. Spray it on, and let it sit for a minute. Take a separate wash bucket and wheel brush and soap up the wheel. Removing all brake dust. RINSE off the brush before putting it back into the bucket. If you do not, the soap will dissolve very fast and you will be left with nothing but dirty water for the other 3 wheels.

Use the same procedure for the wheels above for the exhaust.

Drying the car:
I use a water blade. It is basically like a large wiper. I start from the top and work my way down. I then use synthetic shammy's to remove water from the car.

Interior:
Shop vac the carpets, remove the drivers and passengers and do those out of the car, then do the carpet below it. Wipe down the interior. I use a leather cleaner spray onto a clean towel and run across dash, trim, seats, etc. This removes any dust. I then use a leather conditioner on the seats about 3x a year.

 

THANKS A LOT DFWSBR!

 

There are Detailing Tips at this site...

http://www.autogeek.net/index.html

I use the Klasse protective finish products... EZ to use... lasts months...


Dave...

 

I use Simichrome on my pipes they look awesome!
I have been using it for years on my Harley. It's stuff from Germany made by a company called GFE
just google for a link there are a ton out there.
I usually buy a tube at one of the bike shows for $10.
Wash the pipes first. If you have black crud on them use Wheel Cleaner or I use Dawn Power Dissolver. Works great makes a nice foam and really sticks to get it clean. Then dry thoroughly. Then wrap your finger in a clean soft cotton cloth. a little paste on your finger and apply. Let dry to a haze then use a CLEAN section of your cloth to buff to a bright shine. Then wax them to help keep the crud off.

http://69.20.90.65/browseproducts/Si...me-Polish.HTML

 

pics of my exhaust.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/galle...xhaust-med.JPG

 

Thanks alot now my wife hates this forum even more. As if I'm not **** enough about keeping my baby clean, now I see your pics of the exhaust. Guess what I did for two hours yesterday?
This car is a great hobby. Nice pics all.

Phil.

 

You did the right thing, but you forgot to take your wheels off and wax it with Zymol. Plus remove your front grills to wax the inside part of it!

 

Thanks for remember me this. I thought... I forgot something! *lol*

 

Wash/Wax: PLEASE, DON'T USE COTTON TERRY TOWELS. They will create fine scratches and swirls into your paint. Even the cheap microfiber cloths at Wal-Mart are better...$5.00 for 6 of them. Go to Pakshak.com for quality microfiber towels.

Drying: I also use a water blade...it's great because it reduces the number of towels that I have to use, whether or not it saves time it's up to you to decide. But, I WARN you...if ANYTHING except for water gets caught in-between the water blade and the paint surface, you will get some nasty scratches (some particle came into contact with my blade and I put a nice 3-ft scratch into my friend's car). To avoid scratching the surface with the water blade, make sure the surface is free of dirt/particles, and most importantly, for every swipe with the water blade, carry around a towel and wipe the water blade's edge to remove any dirt that has gotten stuck onto it.

 

Use a leaf blower and ear plugs...the best way to prevent fine swirls and scratches. Less towel use too plus it can dry up the tight spaces and trims better.

 

If you saw my pics from an earlier post you would see the wheels have been off and clean, waxed.
I didn't think of the grills though. Will have to do that later tonight.

Phil.

 

Dave I painted mine with black heat paint. Just make sure you tape up the tips with masking tape. The flat black against the chrome looks really nice and it'll only take 10 minutes if that.

Pat