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Agreed with @ObsessedDetailer that it smells like fruit punch.

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Sorry about not using bold, but found an easier/faster way to quote you (highlight the section, and the forum gives the option to quote just that portion)...hope this works, too 😉. Yes, I use ID as a cleaner. I use it on the dash, door panels, leather, vinyl, plastic, etc. Not glass, and not carpet. Note it's not strong so isn't as effective on really soiled areas, but it works well otherwise and leaves a nice sheen with fresh scent. I recommend you spray onto the towel and wipe vs directly on the surface. I've never used diluted APC on the interior but asked about it here so will add it to my arsenal. Wet car with DS or diluted RW is ideal. Basically, the surface needs to be well lubricated. Here's a video. All it takes to clean is a rinse with water and then air dry. Shouldn't need to be cleaned until you're done. Be careful, the red can/will stain towels of left on them. Ask me how I know 😢. I've posted my results in the "What did you wash, shine or polish" thread but I don't have the energy to find it right now...may do so later and then link here. Never really thought about the order of HGG and VRT as I haven't combined the two. When I apply HGG, that's all I do. But I doubt it makes a difference either way. Perhaps someone else will add on with more. Take any pictures? If not, please do and then post them here!

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Wow, that sucks! I really don't know what to offer, but I'll tag @shane@detailedreflections, @mc2hill, @TheWolf, @Rich, @Dan@Adams and @Chris@Adams who may have some inputs. Maybe a steam cleaner will help, but having just gotten mine and not used it, I can't say for sure it'll work. Guys above and likely others will probably have some valuable inputs. Good luck!

, Michael!

What a great gift, Tim! And on a pretty cold day here in CO, no less. Car looks great!

Exciting! You have a good start on your products. I'll weigh in with my two cents, putting your comments/questions in bold: Some products look like they have similar use, like VRT and Tire shine. Yes, they're similar, but VRT tends to give a more satin look while TS gives a shinier and usually longer-lasting look. You can apply multiple coats of either one for added effect. Experiment with both to see which one you like more. I plan to start by using Leather and interior cleaner, spray onto towel and wipe clean everything. Seats, dash, infotainment, steering wheel, doors. LIC is a pretty strong cleaner, so I'd echo @RayS and suggest either the diluted APC or getting some ID. If you decide to still use the LIC, be sure to follow-up with LC as you've said. I personally like to use DS on the infotainment screen to remove and prevent fingerprints. Might apply VRT to door panels but haven’t decided yet. Will test it out on trunk black plastic trim first. I don't use VRT inside, but others might and they could also weigh in. I understand @RayS's comments above. The LC will provide plenty of protection and a nice sheen, so I'd suggest that. I shouldn’t need Glass sealant or boost on interior right? Sounds like a pain to do. No, those are both for outside only. The GC and BG process is ideal for inside. Never clayed, never hand washed till last week. Definitely never sealed/waxed. Few rock chips. Probably some scratches. Ok more scratches. Wheels never properly cleaned. Windshield has tiny specks. Pretty normal. As you learn, you'll be able to tackle these issues and more. The only thing Adam's products can't currently handle are the windshield specks, but there are articles on here about sanding glass, etc., if you're interested. 2. Spray Iron remover all over, Wheel cleaner on wheels then rinse using pressure washer at pay and spray, drive home. WC should not be applied to wheels immediately after driving. You'll need to wait until they cool down, cool to the touch. Consider doing your wheels at home, if at all possible. Or bring a good book to read while you wait at the pay and spray! 3. Using Glass cleaner I’ll clean the windshield then apply tons of Detail spray while cleaning with razor blade. Wipe down with Glass cleaner again then use Detail spray with Clay mitt. 4. Clean glass one more time then apply Glass sealant, wipe down with Glass cleaner. Then top it off with Glass boost. (I really like clean glass) Honestly, this may be overkill. Using the clay mitt and DS, you'll be able to get your glass nice and prepped for the glass sealant and boost. 6. Open Visco clay kit, using tons of Detail spray I’ll start claying panel by panel. (Plan to use Clay mitt for glass and Visco clay for paint) If you want to save yourself some time, consider using the mitt all over. It works great on all surfaces. Oh, and if you use the clay, don't forget to remove the plastic 😂! 7. I’ll skip polish, honesty too scared as this is first time detailing. I will use garden hose with spray nozzle to rinse after claying. (Should I need to do this? Or just wipe down? Or Rinseless wash again?) Since it's winter, I'd suggest waiting until Spring to polish anyway. Winter will only beat up on your car if you get winter conditions. After claying, you can rinse/wash the DS residue or go straight to the HGG. Going straight to it will still remove the DS residue/streaks. 9. I forgot to order Tire and rubber cleaner and Tire brush! Sucks because I have VRT and Tire shine. I’ll try using ECO All purpose with coarse boar hair brush to scrub tires till they hopefully foam white. Eco APC should work fine on your tires - APC is all Adam's had before TRC. But it might take a bit more time. And don't forget to wet the brush and tires! 10. Apply VRT/Tire shine to my tires. (Which one first? Or only one? I’m scared of sling) Choose one or the other given my input above. Neither will sling so long as you do a nice, light coat. TS might need a few minutes to dry. 11. Applying H2O! Since my paint will be dry I’ll use a damp Double soft to apply and dry Borderless grey to wipe down. For wheels I’ll use cheap microfiber to apply. (Should I H2O on wheels? H2O vs Glass boost on windows?) If it were me, I'd use the borderless greys only to apply and wipe down, if two are available. The HGG tends to stain white towels like the Double Soft. But if you only have one of each, I'd recommend you dampen/apply with the grey and dry with the Double Soft to minimize the staining. Yes, you can use HGG on wheels. HGG can be applied to every surface, including paint, trim, chrome, glass, etc. - your call on using it on the windshield vs. the boost. If you use HGG on glass, spray it on a towel vs the glass to minimize streaks. If you can somehow spray the car down using the hose you mentioned earlier, that'll make applying the HGG easier and you'll use less product. 12. Brilliant Glaze. I’m not sure if I should apply it on top of H2O. Opinions would help. I currently don’t have waxes. As a general rule, the most durable product is applied first. In this case, that would be HGG, and then you can apply it on top for added (albeit non-lasting) shine. But Adam in his videos and others on here have applied BG first and have liked the results. You'll get differing opinions, so try it one way this time, the other next, and see what you like most. For me, I'd go HGG and then BG. 1. The biggest concern I have is that I’ve read I should ALWAYS polish after claying. I did baggie test, my car is very grainy/sandy. Scared to polish right now, plus no equipment. Hopefully it’ll be okay? Using clay can introduce some marring, but it's NOT a necessity to polish every time you clay. In fact, clay can be used during maintenance washes to remove a variety of things from the paint. Just understand it may remove protective layers (e.g., wax, HGG, PS) so reapplying may be necessary and is recommended. 2. I didn’t get Paint sealant because my Mystery Bucket had H2O. I read that Paint sealant lasts longer and since I decided to clay, wondering if I should have gotten it. I’m thinking I’ll use H2O alone during this winter(South US) then later when it’s warmer I’ll use Iron remover(it’ll strip H2O off right?) then apply paint sealant without claying again. Or should I clay again? Yes, PS will last longer, but you'll be fine with the HGG as a stand-alone sealant until you get it. IR will probably weaken or remove the HGG, and claying again will depend on paint condition, process, etc. 3. My parents are getting older and I want to wash their cars. They have 2 White SUVs. All 3 of our cars are 2015, 2016 and 2017. None of them been clayed or any detail done. I plan to do the same process for them but to be honest I’m expecting my Visco clay to be too dirty to use after my car. I have the Clay mitt I used for glass too. Parents cars are white, should I use Clay mitt or get a new Visco clay? Or skip clay altogether for now, just regularly apply H2O till it’s warmer and I’m applying Paint sealant, do all 3 cars after claying theirs? I'd suggest the clay mitt for all three to save time - and it'll handle dozens of cars before needing replacement. So long as you keep folding the clay over itself, you should be ok with that, too. And by the way, HGG looks incredible on white! I didn’t get any Interior detailer cause I thought I could use the Leather conditioner on everything. Is the Leather cleaner quite strong? I thought it was for sensitive areas is why I ordered it. Didn’t think of Brilliant glaze on infotainment! Mine is losing its shine and it’s pretty scratched up. I’ll definitely give it a shot.  LIC is powerful, but you'll be fine for most surfaces. Just follow-up with LC. I do like having ID to use as a maintenance cleaner, though. As stated above, I like DS for screens. Hope that helps a bit!

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Welcome, Scott! An easy rule of thumb is Adams polishes are color coded. FP with white, CP with orange, etc. They can be interchanged, but this guideline should keep you on track. Also, for reference, the grey and red pads have no correcting power/cut, that's why they're for the sealant and wax. Good luck, and ask any questions you have!

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Welcome, Brian! Great to have you here.

Thanks, @Dan@Adams! A bit late to the game myself, but I also wish everyone a (belated) Merry Christmas and Happy 2019! Here's to another year of shine!!

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Did you forget a picture? Honestly doesn't look like it has much if any on there. Just bare, clean tire. But maybe it's the lighting?

Thanks, gents. I was asking since I've never thought to use APC on the interior. But I guess it's "all purpose" for a reason!

, Justin! +1 for pics.

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Welcome to the addiction, AJ! Given the username, do you like to jump?

Came across some videos recommending diluted APC (non-Adam's, but another major brand) for interior use, including floors, upholstery, and even leather. Used in ratios of 5:1 and 8:1 depending on how dirty. Anyone ever tried this with Adam's APC or Eco APC? Results?

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First, welcome! Be sure to post an intro in the new member thread. TRC will help clean anything that transferred onto the tire, so try that first. It won't remove the TA - you need something much stronger to do that - so don't worry. If you still aren't pleased, a touch up with the TA will be the only way to restore it. You may have to blend it a bit, too, to make it look uniform. Good luck, and maybe consider taking/posting pics to help others in the future.

Yep, that'll work. Don't forget to clean again between clay and seal.

Welcome to the addiction, Tony! P.S. Can you change your username at least through Christmas?! 😉😁