Welcome Scott.    We'd love to see what you're keeping shiny. Post some pics when you get a chance.

3 hours ago, Editguy said:

Here is my plan for doing the exterior of my new Acura. It's been on the road three months and been through one wash which didn't get it totally clean. It's my first time detailing a car beyond a traditional sponge and paste wax hack job and that was decades ago. Do I have the order correct? I don't have any polishing products/machines yet.

3 hours ago, Editguy said:

Pretreat stuck on bugs/tar with WW
Clean wheels the Eco WC

Added step - Clean tires with T&RC
Foam car with CS
Wash car with CS
Dry car - Not necessary
Clay windows and car - be sure to use adequate lubrication - DS (or equivalent) on the paint and GC (or equivalent) on the windows 

Added step - Final rinse
Dry car with HGG
VRT tires  - and trim to help with removal of any errant BW 
BW
Seal all exterior glass with GLS

 

Do I hit the car with some DS after the BW or is the unnecessary and/or counterproductive? - Unnecessary step unless you really like the smell of DS ?. 

 

Do I rewash the car after claying or just rinse and go right to HGG?  Rinse and go to H2O

Should I avoid getting HGG on my glass if I'm going to use GLS?  Redundant step but won't hurt a thing

 

The car has painted pinstripes. Do I avoid going over the pinstripes with the claybar or is OK to clay in the same direction as the pinstripe? Same question for when I get a set of polishers, can I run machines over the pinstripes?  Work gingerly around the pinstripes with the clay bar and avoid them with the polishers

 

I appreciate any input as I'm starting from zero experience beyond watching a bunch of videos.

 

Enjoy the 4th!

 

Input above in red.

Welcome to the group, Toby.    Be sure to post some pics of you ride(s).

I'll agree that polishing glass to remove water spots and wiper blade patterns is a long tedious job.  I spent several hours working on my son's Jeep windshield a few weeks ago.  I used the SK Mini with the 4" MF Cutting Pad and a product from another company specifically designed for polishing glass. The small pad fit into the corners fairly well.  Unfortunately, however, I had to do a few areas I couldn't get with the SK by hand.  It came out great, but it took 4 or 5 passes on most of the areas to get it to my satisfaction.  All in, I spent close to 2-1/2 hours polishing and then sealing with Adams Glass Sealant. 

Welcome aboard, Bill. .  Nick gave great advice.  The kits are the way to go.  Once you find the products you use most often, you'll want to pick up some gallon refills and a funnel.  Adam's runs a great sale where you buy a gallon and get a free 16oz of most products.  Couple that with 15% off and free shipping, and you can't go wrong.   Another suggested purchase would be "The Stack".  These are my favorite "go to" for just about everything.               Oh, and just explain to your wife how much money you'll save on car washes now. 

The Stack: Adam's Borderless Gray Towel 24 Pack

 

Regular Price: $215.76

49 minutes ago, 8675309'SS said:

Thought a few of you might appreciate these corvette photos from the GM Heritage Collection. I went as an offered activity with the car show over the weekend.  I invited my dad to go with me and am really glad he did.  He told me the Mako Shark Concept sparked his love of Vettes.  Can’t believe he never mentioned it before. 

I’ll update this post later with a link to more pictures. I also toured the COPO Build Center and took some photos there.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Looks like the Manta Ray could use a little Swirl Killer action .

Congrats Jen.    The car is stunning.

4 hours ago, 2012srt8 said:

owed my dad a couple fathers day gifts where I promised to get his truck cleaned so I took the week off of work to get it done for him

wash,clay,1 step polish,ceramic coat(older 7h coating) ceramic boost then ceramic wax.sealed the windows,cleaned the interior

Nice work Ryan.  I love the way metallic paint pops when it's done right.  

I'm in debt to my Mom for a similar Mother's Day present, minus the CC.  Just too darn hot this weekend to pay up.  

Welcome to the group.    You need to post some pics of the new ride.  We all want to see that's signature Adam's shine !!!!

I may also be a little biased since it's a Scat Pack !!!  

21 hours ago, Rich said:

HEY!!  

Edit.........bottom of the List dwellers.    Hahaha  

Welcome aboard, Matt.  

There is no need to wait to remove the Ceramic Coating and re-apply.  You can do it right away.  You will, however, need a polisher to mechanically remove the coating since it is now fully cured and can't be simply washed off.  If the hood is the only really noticeable area with scratches,  there's no need to remove the CC from the entire vehicle, though. 

It's not an easy task, but on the upside, in the process of removing the CC, you'll most likely compound out the scratches that bothered you in the first place.

On June 29, 2018 at 7:43 AM, mc2hill said:

Woo hoo, I made the 'big boy' list - number 8 on the post count Leaderboard!  No chance of catching Chris T. or Rich, but I am the only other active member on that list.  

Congrats on the milestone, Mike.   Glad you're still active on the forum with the rest of us bottom dwellers.

^^^^ Same here.  Detail Spray with every wash except when I apply H20 G&G.  

Welcome Eric. 

 For added "pop" you'll definitely want to grab some Brilliant Glaze. It works well on White but the results on dark colors are off the chart.  You can use BG in conjunction with almost every other product, except Ceramic Coatings.  It can be applied over Guard & Gloss, Paint Sealant, Americana Wax, etc.  You'll love the H2O G&G.  Give it a try....you may be satisfied with the level of shine you get with that alone.   If not, a quick coat of BG will get your attention !

Welcome Chuck.    Post some pics of the Monte.

Welcome aboard Zach.   Be sure to post some pics of the new ride when it arrives.  We loves us some pictures on this here forum

Welcome.

23 minutes ago, mightypudge said:

 

Honestly, I would gladly do that drive in my GTI for the opportunity to get some hands-on experience. How do I find out about the tent events? 

There just happens to be a forum dedicated to that specific question.  Check out "Upcoming Events and Gatherings" on the home page.

Welcome aboard, Pat.    Nice looking Z06.

Used my SK Mini with a MF cutting pad to polish away severe water spots and wiper patterns on my son's Jeep Rubicon windshield.  I used a polish from another company specifically formulated for polishing glass since Adam's doesn't offer an equivalent.   Sorry, no pictures.  It started to rain just as I finished applying a quick coat of Adam's Glass Sealant. 

The SK Mini and MF cutting pad worked great for this application. 

I typically don't tackle more than one vehicle per day if I'm doing both interior and exterior details.  Your 12 hour timeframe sounds fair for what you did.  Honestly, I don't think I would have gotten both done in the same day.  Maybe 1-1/2   

Welcome to the forum Andrew. 

Welcome to the group, Jim. 

Glad you found your way to the Adam's addiction.  Luv the Scatty in B5 Blue!   Hope to see you at Carlisle next month.  

Welcome to the group, Brandon.  .  Be sure to post some pics of your Adam's arsenal.