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Since I started using Adam's products (about 10 years ago) the catalogue has expanded a lot.  One of the things I appreciated about Adam's when I first started was the simplicity of the product line.
 
However - Adam's has developed lots of new and improved products over the years.  Many times an improved product will completely replace an old one and there is NO END of the complaining from users/fans of that product.  Some times they've even offered "throw-back" versions just to please these customers - which just snowballs the product line.
 
Most of the NEW products do not replace an existing product and thus are added to the lineup. Do you want them to discontinue Buttery Wax because Americana Paste Wax is "better"? No - give the user the choice. Sometimes the "better" product is not the "best" product for you.
 
I think Adam's does a pretty good job explaining what each product is used for. It's really up the user to determine how it should fit in to their process - or even if it will at all.
 
That's what these forums are good for.  You'll get all kinds of opinions regarding which products will work best for each application.
 
As an example:  there is still no consensus (even among Adam's employees) regarding whether to apply Sealant before Glaze of vis versa. Your best bet is to try it yourself and see what you like. (BTW: It's been proven that the better looking detailers prefer Glaze on top of Sealant.)
 
 

Since I started using Adam's products (about 10 years ago) the catalogue has expanded a lot.  One of the things I appreciated about Adam's when I first started was the simplicity of the product line.
 
However - Adam's has developed lots of new and improved products over the years.  Many times an improved product will completely replace an old one and there is NO END of the complaining from users/fans of that product.  Some times they've even offered "throw-back" versions just to please these customers - which just snowballs the product line.
 
Most of the NEW products do not replace an existing product and thus are added to the lineup. Do you want them to discontinue Buttery Wax because Americana Paste Wax is "better"? No - give the user the choice. Sometimes the "better" product is not the "best" product for you.
 
I think Adam's does a pretty good job explaining what each product is used for. It's really up the user to determine how it should fit in to their process - or even if it will at all.
 
That's what these forums are good for.  You'll get all kinds of opinions regarding which products will work best for each application.
 
As an example:  there is still no consensus (even among Adam's employees) regarding whether to apply Sealant before Glaze of vis versa. Your best bet is to try it yourself and see what you like. (BTW: It's been proven that the better looking detailers prefer Glaze on top of Sealant.)
 
 

I'm no expert but - in my experience - compressed air is more about PRESSURE than VOLUME.  I don't think it works NEARLY as well as a Sidekick or MasterBlaster (or even a leaf blower) for drying a car,
 
 

I'm no expert but - in my experience - compressed air is more about PRESSURE than VOLUME.  I don't think it works NEARLY as well as a Sidekick or MasterBlaster (or even a leaf blower) for drying a car,
 
 

People are idiots.  Present company excluded.
 

Use an old rag to wipe them down with RW.  They should clean up pretty well with Tire Armor on them.I
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Thought you all would enjoy this! I decided to steer away from a normal gingerbread house and make it into a shop! I went a little crazy and made some cabinets and a bench in there as well as some racedeck flooring like my actual garage 😂 had to add the final touch and throw a Adams sticker in there as a banner lol. Enjoy and merry Christmas everyone! 26 years old and I had way too much fun doing this haha. 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

DON'T assume that ca$h found while cleaning someone else's interior  was left for you as a "pre-tip".
 
People get a little touchy about that.
 
Especially family members....
 
 

DON'T assume that ca$h found while cleaning someone else's interior  was left for you as a "pre-tip".
 
People get a little touchy about that.
 
Especially family members....
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

DON'T assume that ca$h found while cleaning someone else's interior  was left for you as a "pre-tip".
 
People get a little touchy about that.
 
Especially family members....
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

Obviously you didn't read the fine print:
 
 

DON'T assume that ca$h found while cleaning someone else's interior  was left for you as a "pre-tip".
 
People get a little touchy about that.
 
Especially family members....
 
 

Applied Tire Armor today. Took about an hour all toll, from getting all the tools, etc. ready to cleanup. First things first since we usually love them...the smell will likely not be one of your favorites. Smells like household paint. But the application was pretty straightforward. Longest, "most difficult" part was cleaning the tires thoroughly, but that wasn't too bad. Took 3-4 passes with TRC to get completely white foam. I also cleaned the wheels and fenders so that added some of the time mentioned earlier.
 
I only applied one coat, which left a satin/VRT-like finish. The directions said another coat could be applied after 10-15 minutes to give added gloss, which I assume is more Tire Shine-like. But this was my first try so wanted to see how one coat does for look and durability. They look pretty good (though I like them shinier), and the durability is TBD. I'll update this post over the next few weeks. But after driving once on a dirt road, no dust stuck to them.
 
Some lessons learned:
- I first tried a grey MF pad, but the results were lacking. Then I followed the directions on the bottle and switched to a grey foam tire block. MUCH better.
- Directions say to use "4-5 sprays into tread block and covering the majority of the surface area." I think that's somewhat misleading. I needed quite a few more all around the tire to get even coverage.
- Some got ontol the rims while I was spreading it. Not sure what effect it might have, but it's not really noticeable.
 
Now for pictures...
 
Before

 
During...white foam = clean tires

 
Dried, clean tires to work with

 
After...