BfromORD

Hi all, long-time Adams user here (over 10 years). But first-time newbie to this forum. My truck below has just been detail washed and had a new wipe down of H2O Guard & Gloss. Had to do it while away in Arizona though as the weather here in Calgary is “slightly” more winter-y!

Thank you BG! Yes! Automatic car wash will ruin the Tesla's soft paint. I dried my car with Adams DS yesterday and it was the most satisfied car wash :). 
 

Welcome, Dominik!  Nice ride!

Welcome, Chase!...  Love the color combo of your ride with the white exterior and the red interior!  Same as my Alfa!  It will turn heads, but I'm sure you already know that!

Welcome, James!  Glad to hear the HGG is working well for you!  Per @falcaineer's advice, I'll be applying it to my new white car as well...  As soon as the weather cooperates just a little here in Chicago.  

Welcome, James!  Glad to hear the HGG is working well for you!  Per @falcaineer's advice, I'll be applying it to my new white car as well...  As soon as the weather cooperates just a little here in Chicago.  

Thanks BfromORD! 
 
My company office is in Chicago in the Central Loop, I'm just lucky enough to work remote! I chose 1 mile from the beach in a California town with no traffic (for now). 

Welcome, VT Yeti!
I know where you are coming from!  While I have been a car guy for years, I really dove in to keeping my cars looking great and protected well this past year.  Like you, I was overwhelmed at first, but as Juan said, you are in the right place to learn!  Adam's Polishes produces premium products that outperform anything you are going to find at the big box stores or the auto parts stores.  The first time you get that amazing look to your vehicle after using Adam's products (and realize how much longer your vehicle will keep looking good), you'll appreciate the difference, and if you're like me, be hooked on keeping your vehicle looking great all the time!  
And as far as learning what's what and how to use them, you'll find that you can typically find an answer by searching the forum or asking your question and getting replies from our fellow forum members.  I'll also add to Juan's comments above that if you are looking for a good general overview of things, Adam's has an excellent YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpvSWz3VFZpeFeitVsybWg.  That helped me a lot when getting started.
 

Welcome, VT Yeti!
I know where you are coming from!  While I have been a car guy for years, I really dove in to keeping my cars looking great and protected well this past year.  Like you, I was overwhelmed at first, but as Juan said, you are in the right place to learn!  Adam's Polishes produces premium products that outperform anything you are going to find at the big box stores or the auto parts stores.  The first time you get that amazing look to your vehicle after using Adam's products (and realize how much longer your vehicle will keep looking good), you'll appreciate the difference, and if you're like me, be hooked on keeping your vehicle looking great all the time!  
And as far as learning what's what and how to use them, you'll find that you can typically find an answer by searching the forum or asking your question and getting replies from our fellow forum members.  I'll also add to Juan's comments above that if you are looking for a good general overview of things, Adam's has an excellent YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpvSWz3VFZpeFeitVsybWg.  That helped me a lot when getting started.
 

Hi VT welcome to the forum. You came to the right place to learn. 
 
it may be helpful to understand what kind of protection is right for you.  See the thread below:
 
mu favorite protection is probably a ceramic coating. It’s very durable and lasts a long time. 
 
It can be confusing for sure but to give you a quick typical process here are some steps
 
1. clean wheels and tires, and if so desired, clean exhaust tips (chemicals which may fit into this category: wheel cleaner, tire and rubber cleaner, wheel and tire cleaner, eco wheel cleaner, all purpose cleaner, eco all purpose cleaner)
2. wash whole car thoroughly with two bucket method (think about using strip wash and/or car shampoo)
3. decontaminate (here’s where you use a clay bar or clay mit on all paint and glass, and a chemical that may help prior to claying is Iron Remover)
4. Polish (use swirl killer system with one step, Polish, or compound liquids and associated pads to remove swirls, scratches, water spots, hazing, etc on your paint)
5. Protect (use selected protection: wax, sealant, or ceramic coating)
 
 
 
 
 

Nice. I have a '68 as well. Can't get enough of these Pontiacs. 
 

Not a Quad...  It's my daily driver, so living in Chicago, its nice to have the All-Wheel Drive.  Still a looker and fun!
Here's a pic from before the first snow this year...
 

Thanks for the welcome everyone!
Time for the first piece of advice:  The box has arrived @tlbullet...  Post to this thread?  Post to the Official Mystery Box thread?  Or both (or is that just obnoxious)?
 

I'm almost embarrassed to admit that I have been purchasing Adam's Polishes products since July and I only discovered this forum today while treating myself to a late Christmas gift for myself, a Mystery Bucket.  I figure it's just like a gift under the tree...  A box with unknown contents.  Sure I had to pay for it, but at least I'm sure to like whatever is inside.
In any case, all the best to you all this holiday season and I'm looking forward to interacting with you all on the forum in the future!

Hi Brandon @Bscott94...  
I Googled Indy Alfa Dealers and saw that you have two.  I went to the Napleton Alfa Romeo/Maserati dealership off 96th Street (depending on the listing, it's either "of Indianapolis," or "of Carmel," or simply "Napleton Italian Imports") and had a great overall experience.  I worked with a salesman named John McGloin, initially over the phone and finalized things in person.  He was very accommodating, doing everything from providing pictures to filming a video to make sure that it was worth my time driving down and back.  He has been with the dealership for years, even prior to Napleton owning that location, so he is very knowledgeable.    Granted we did some pre-work over the phone, but I was literally in with my old car and out with my Alfa in four hours.  The car prep was nice as well, as they transferred everything down to my I-Pass (EZ-Pass).  The only thing that was a bit annoying wouldn't affect you.  Illinois started a new process for registering out-of-state purchased vehicles that they weren't familiar with (can't blame them for that), so it took 40-days for me to register my car and transfer my plates.  Since Indiana Temp Tags are 45-day Tags, it made for some anxious days and for a lot of phone calls as we got past the 30-day mark.  But they even got that done and since you live in Indiana, you won't have that headache to deal with.  
I will give you the insight that if you are trading a vehicle, know your trade's value or the range you are willing to accept.  This seems to be an Alfa dealer thing, not just a Napleton thing, as I shopped multiple dealerships up here in Chicagoland, and had the same experience.  Whatever program or equation they are using to value trades was coming up with a low number regardless of who the dealer was owned by or what city it was in, at least on my car.  That said, an hour at Carmax got me a written offer that I showed them after their offer on my trade, which they honored, and it got me an extra $2,500.  
Outside of that, the car is amazing and if you enjoy driving, which if you are on a forum like this I presume you do, then you will love the Alfa regardless of trim level.  I've have/had American, European, and Asian vehicles, and each excelled in specific ways.  This is the most well-rounded car that I have ever owned.  It's truly a luxurious driver's car.  The Giulia has personality and it is hard not to smile every time you drive it.  And it is gorgeous inside and out.  You will catch a lot of people looking at it.  
I hope that helps.  If you have any questions or if I can help further, feel free to reach out to me.
Good Luck,
B

Thank you, @Bscott94!  Again, if you have any other questions, let me know.  I am happy to answer.
One last word of warning...  If you do test drive one, you will likely start a quest to buy one.  I held out for 2.5 months between my first test drive of one and signing papers for mine!...  lol

@falcaineer I have not, but based on your suggestion, I will try it...  Unfortunately, I just placed an order yesterday for some other stuff, so I'll have to add it to my shopping list for my next order.
From reading up on each of the product pages, I presume the PS should be treated like a wax, applied once every two to three months, and then maintain with the HGG, right?  Also, any problems applying either product in the cold?  I wouldn't mind trying it out immediately so she looks good and add protection during road salt season, but if a certain temperature needs to be hit, I may have to wait to apply until the spring.
Thanks!

I just added a photo in the Official Beading Photo thread.

Wow, thank you so much for such a detailed response! It's greatly appreciated. I have seen a few Giulias around town here and they are stunning. Your car has the coolest stock wheels I have ever seen. These are towards the top of my list. I love driving and I'm looking for something that is a blast to drive. 

I love the big, fatass beads that collect on the back of my hood-scoop  

Really light misty rain all day today. 
Parked my car side by side to my dad and the difference was quite visible!
Picture 1 shows my Metallic Gray which is clayed, RW, then finished with HGG. 
Picture 2 shows my dad’s White that hasn’t been detailed yet. Hopefully Monday after the weather clears up. 
 

Nice side-by-side! Looking forward to seeing the finished dad's car. White looks incredible with PS and HGG, just so you know...

This drizzle wont stop, neither will the beads. 

Cold and frosty little beads.