The start of properly washing and waxing, tips and advice appreciated

[FoD]

Thank you for this, that one is out of stock but I see they have other models similar to it for similar pricing. I will consider this in the future if my foam gun is not adequate enough in terms of that beautiful foaminess.

The real purpose is to spend about $1500 quickly, but in small doses so you don't realize you did. That just makes the big ticket mods oh sooo much easier...

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[AzScorpion]

Thank you for this, that one is out of stock but I see they have other models similar to it for similar pricing. I will consider this in the future if my foam gun is not adequate enough in terms of that beautiful foaminess.

I see they added the cleaner which they didn't have before when I bought mine. I use this foam soap here from Chemical Guys. it works great and smells like Honeydew which will make you hungry while you're washing.

The washer and the foam cannon is great if your vehicle isn't really dirty and just dusty. You can foam it and let it soak for a few minutes and pressure wash it off and be done. The less you're touching your truck the better as you won't be putting fine scratches in it with a wash mitt.

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

The real purpose is to spend about $1500 quickly, but in small doses so you don't realize you did. That just makes the big ticket mods oh sooo much easier...

It's all part of the game plan I see I can tell you it clearly works, but you don't need ME to tell you that the highly researched and developed hypnotization is working.

 

[AzScorpion]

Anyone know anything about this product? Mezerna

It's all part of the game plan I see I can tell you it clearly works, but you don't need ME to tell you that the highly researched and developed hypnotization is working.

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

I see they added the cleaner which they didn't have before when I bought mine. I use this foam soap here from Chemical Guys. it works great and smells like Honeydew which will make you hungry while you're washing.

The washer and the foam cannon is great if your vehicle isn't really dirty and just dusty. You can foam it and let it soak for a few minutes and pressure wash it off and be done. The less you're touching your truck the better as you won't be putting fine scratches in it with a wash mitt.

Awesome, I have heard great things about that soap but was reluctant because Chem guys have so many different products. Hard to tell which is real nice and cost effective. Can't wait to smell the sweeeet honeydew

I will probably cave and buy the pressure washer eventually. It does make a lot more sense if I am doing all this work to prevent swirls but having a step in the process that creates more swirls.

 

[AzScorpion]

Awesome, I have heard great things about that soap but was reluctant because Chem guys have so many different products. Hard to tell which is real nice and cost effective. Can't wait to smell the sweeeet honeydew

I will probably cave and buy the pressure washer eventually. It does make a lot more sense if I am doing all this work to prevent swirls but having a step in the process that creates more swirls.

It's definitely a rabbit hole you're going down but once you have everything it does make detailing so much easier and fun. You really don't have to spend a lot of money as you can see, Between the washer, soap, foam cannon, clay mitt and lube you're still only around $200.00 +/-. Not a huge investment to get great results.

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

You really don't have to spend a lot of money as you can see,

This is a rabbit hole I can get behind Beautiful shine on your truck, I think I saw that post a few days ago or a few weeks ago.. I don't know.. Everything is becoming a blur in time and space here... Can't wait to figure this out tonight, then wait for everything to come in, then give it that beautiful shine as well!!

 

[JohnnyO]

Get me a beer

That’s the secret ingredient right there. I would also advise a fine cigar. It helps you take your time.

 

[AzScorpion]

This is a rabbit hole I can get behind Beautiful shine on your truck, I think I saw that post a few days ago or a few weeks ago.. I don't know.. Everything is becoming a blur in time and space here... Can't wait to figure this out tonight, then wait for everything to come in, then give it that beautiful shine as well!!

I know most don't like detailing their vehicles but I'm the weird one who loves it and looks forward to doing it. It's like anything that when you have the right stuff/equipment it's not really a job. The gloss enhancer really makes it pop and shows the depth of the color, you're black truck would look like a mirror! Here's the link for it just in case, I swear that's the last one. lol

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GG9FJK...olid=18AQHC875EVXC&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

I know most don't like detailing their vehicles but I'm the weird one who loves it and looks forward to doing it. It's like anything that when you have the right stuff/equipment it's not really a job. The gloss enhancer really makes it pop and shows the depth of the color, you're black truck would look like a mirror! Here's the link for it just in case, I swear that's the last one. lol

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GG9FJK...olid=18AQHC875EVXC&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Haha keep the links coming, this thread is an all out free for all. Definitely looking for products to enhance the black and make it pop. I was looking into Turtle Wax Jet Black Box kit but worried about the vinyl portions of my truck covering too much and then making that section look really dull compared to the re-worked black. The one time and probably only time I will regret slapping on all those vinyls

https://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-3KT-Black-Box/dp/B001UMZ07A

 

[AzScorpion]

Haha keep the links coming, this thread is an all out free for all. Definitely looking for products to enhance the black and make it pop. I was looking into Turtle Wax Jet Black Box kit but worried about the vinyl portions of my truck covering too much and then making that section look really dull compared to the re-worked black. The one time and probably only time I will regret slapping on all those vinyls

https://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-3KT-Black-Box/dp/B001UMZ07A

That's what I love about the Graphene is that you can use it one any surface. You can even go over any wax or ceramic coating with it but they recommend using it fresh after stripping off the old wax for best/longest result.

I used Optimum products for years and was hesitant to try the Graphene. I know someone who works at Gold Eagle where it's made and they put me in contact with the chemist there. After talking with him I tried it and have zero regrets and it does last if you follow their instructions. Their speed detailer is good too and that's what I use for my clay lube but I just love the Optimum gloss enhancer which you can see really brings out the color depth.

If you do go that route here's the Optimum paint prep I use to strip off the old wax and also helps degrease too. It's super easy to use just spray it on the surface and wipe off with a microfiber towel. So much for no more links.

https://www.detailedimage.com/Optimum-OPT-M36/Paint-Prep-P1085/17-oz-S1/

 

[OFC Ranger]

I like the bubble gum smelling stuff from chemical guys

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJCAPEE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

That's what I love about the Graphene is that you can use it one any surface. You can even go over any wax or ceramic coating with it but they recommend using it fresh after stripping off the old wax for best/longest result.

I used Optimum products for years and was hesitant to try the Graphene. I know someone who works at Gold Eagle where it's made and they put me in contact with the chemist there. After talking with him I tried it and have zero regrets and it does last if you follow their instructions. Their speed detailer is good too and that's what I use for my clay lube but I just love the Optimum gloss enhancer which you can see really brings out the color depth.

If you do go that route here's the Optimum paint prep I use to strip off the old wax and also helps degrease too. It's super easy to use just spray it on the surface and wipe off with a microfiber towel. So much for no more links.

https://www.detailedimage.com/Optimum-OPT-M36/Paint-Prep-P1085/17-oz-S1/

Thank you, good to know about the the brand Optimum. I will try their speed detailer too and the gloss enhancer! Appreciate it, Dave.

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

I like the bubble gum smelling stuff from chemical guys

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJCAPEE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I have heard good things about this. Appreciate the link, Jack!

 

[dondonbabyraptor]

After reading various comments and helpful tips I created my own process to detailing the truck. By no means I am an auto detailer but I feel I did my fair bit of research.
1. Clean tires and wheel wells. Apply tire shine.
2. Wash truck with meguiars gold car wash(going with a classic oldie but goodie, will try honeydew chem guys if it doesn’t foam enough in the foam gun) going to use two step bucket with grit guard method since I am using a microfiber mitt/brush. Eventually a pressure washer would be perfection to the setup.
3. Bring into garage and dry with Meguair’s drying microfiber. Just kidding, bought a black and decker leaf blower to air dry the truck.
4. Baggie/glove test then clay with optimum/mothers instant detailer.
5. Random orbital buffer + blue foam cutting pad with 3D speed AIO. Maybe orange pad dependent how bad the swirls are.
6. Mother’s CMX paint prepper (would of went optimum but the small bottle isn’t for sale on Amazon)
7. 2 coats of 303 graphene with chem guys microfiber applicator. Cross hatch pattern and one panel at a time.
8. Finish beer and enjoy the shine.

Best review and detailed guide for 303 graphene from a well known auto detailer. Highly recommend checking this out if you want to use 303 graphene. Appreciate all the responses guys, really helpful to finalize my process. Will update when finished. Sometime mid next week.

https://www.autogeek.net/303-graphene-review-and-guide.html

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