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I wash my Audi convertible top (dark blue color) with regular adams soap during the 2 bucket process and then after letting it dry out I follow it up with Ragg Topp protectant every once in awhile. I too was hesitant to buy the kit - I've been fine with only using the spray can Ragg Top protectant.

July4 - i think it's valid through 7/31 and gives you free shipping for orders over $50 but you don't get the 10% forum discount.

New video posted. AGNS Introductions? What the heck did I just watch lol?

I'm also hoping I can find the 6.5 microfiber pad for sale on the site soon. Dan any update on if the warehouse has any? I'd buy two.

i used interior detail the other day on my macbook pro retina - sort of streaky - i will try glass cleaner next time. i would be nervous putting glass sealant on it. my screen is something i do not want to wipe very often as i don't want to introduce scratches.

WAX RE-MELT

 

My tub of Americana Paste Wax was about half used up, and had really broken up.  This wax is not the new version, but about 2 years old. 

 

To re-melt it, I used a double-boiler, adding just enough water to the level that the wax container, without the lid, just started to float.

 

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With the heat on medium, I watched the wax to see when the smallest specs just started to melt, then reduced the heat to low.

 

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On low heat, it took about 20 minutes for the wax to completely melt.  It is important to melt the wax VERY slowly, with just enough heat to get it right over the melting temperature.  Using higher heat to melt faster can degrade the wax.  Do not leave unattended on the stove, watch for melting and adjust the heat as low as possible.

 

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Note that if you have just a few cracks in the wax, you can still get it onto an applicator, so I would not re-melt for that.  But if it is broken into chunks like this one, then the only way to get it onto an applicator is to rub a chunk onto the face of the foam.  In short, only re-melt if really needed.

 

Once melted, I carefully removed it and let it cool off and solidify.

 

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Also, be very, very careful with melted wax.  At 180+ degrees it can cause severe burns and will stick to the skin, causing even more damage.  Take special care, and do not leave unattended on the stove where a child could get hurt.

 

One last tip, this is best done when the lady of the house is out.  You don't want to get in trouble for using her cookware for detailing stuff, and you certainly don't want to let her know that you can actually run the stove by yourself. 

great info. it makes me want to throw a wick in that container and burn it in my house

Maybe they are going to offer it soon since their buckets with regular grit guards were on sale for $10.99!

I agree with John. I bought mine on black friday last year so I haven't had a chance to use it more than a few times but on the vehicles I used it on they didn't have a good LSP yet so it was not a replacement for the GW towel.

I know this is an old thread, but it has become relevant to me recently. I have had a green no-kink type hose I got from Sears about 10 years ago and I have already replaced the ends on it twice but it has been a great hose. I bought a Craftsman black rubber hose (75' 5/8"dia) and a Strongway (very similar to Eley) 150' hose reel.

 

Anyone have an idea of how the Craftsman compares to the Goodyear rubber hose? I like it so far, but I do regret getting the shorter hose (I didn't plan on getting the reel at the time). I will probably get the longer one if I feel like the reel is naked with the 75'.

Thanks for reviving the thread I was reading it last week. I'm also in the market for a reel and hose. I saw the one you bought on Amazon for $129.99 and free shipping which is tempting when Eley is more and does not have free shipping. I only want to buy a reel once. Do you think I should get the strongway brand? I've had the Eley in my cart with the 100' Eley rubber hose for 245 plus shipping. I just looked and they have free shipping on Eley! The quick connectors look like a good free add on also. I might have to pull the trigger on the Eley since free shipping on their site.

Awesome! Sounds great!

I think I can manage that for you, Michael, and James once said new products are ready for prime time, not joking

Bump!

I just received a few green 4" Adams pads in a mystery box from another site. Are these the old paint sealant pads or are they for paint correction polish? I'm curious what they are for since I haven't seen them for sale since I've followed Adams. Thank you.

When you spray detail spray on your wrists before going to work. Yep I've done that!

The pads on the middle shelf of the cart look new also. And a spray can with a red top - quick sealant?

Just caught the new behind the scenes volume 10 video on YouTube. The new labels look like a good addition - I thought they just switched them recently though. I was hoping to get a peak at a new product on the detailing cart but I didn't see anything new. Does anyone else have a better eye for new products than me?

I like the diluted VRT (1:1) in a spray bottle for when I want to spray the inside of the wheel well. I've held off from getting undercarriage spray because I think VRT 1:1 is great.

Detailers Trading Post is ok but not a lot of Adams products for sale. I guess good products do not get resold!

What is the "Test 001" video on YouTube posted today? It says it's a live event but nothing comes up.

Is anyone putting h2o g&g in the premium dilution bottle?

Saw on Facebook that the "GIVE" code is 15% off today only but I don't see it on their website or on the forums. Is it against the rules to publish promo codes? I just find it odd that this is the first code I have not seen advertised on the website.

Sorry to bring back an old thread but for the old soap you recommend 4:1 for making foam gun solution in bulk - what do you recommend for the new soap? 8:1? I just got a foam gun in a mystery box. Thank you.

i said exactly the same thing to myself about an hour ago lots of air in a big cardboard box.

an adam koozie would fit right in with the 6 packs they sell. thanks for sharing - excellent idea to protect the finish from scratching.

2,362.39 of orders since about a year ago for me. My day job is a CPA tax accountant so of course I set up an S Corp to deduct my Adams supplies. So far 1,170 of income year to date so it helps me justify ordering a bunch of mystery boxes!!

how about updating the "daily" special more than once every 4 days?