VertimgoC502 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Hello All: I am new to this forum as well as to the use of Adams' Products. I need to slowly build my stock of all the various products and items used in detailing. I have a question as to the must try products. I own five vehicles with two being garaged all the time (BMW & Corvette). What is the absolute must try product for my Vette. It is a 2002 with 6,200 miles. It has only been washed since new and never waxed. Help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill-V8V Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Welcome to AF !!! Before even touching you car watch the video's and learn the proper way to use them http://www.adamspolishes.com/t-videos.aspx Do you have a daily driver to practice on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11chevz71 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Welcome to the club!!! Never waxed . Well i would suggest somekind of a kit with clay,revive, and a wax to start. Also some ds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11chevz71 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Welcome to AF !!! Before even touching you car watch the video's and learn the proper way to use them http://www.adamspolishes.com/t-videos.aspx Do you have a daily driver to practice on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Tim! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Welcome Tim. I have an 02 Z06, but with 28,000 on it. What color? I doubt if your Vette needs a clay bar yet, but if you take a plastic bag and put it over your hand and run it over the paint after it's clean and dry and it feels gritty or rough, then you should clay. Lots of good advice here, the best is to watch the videos from Adam and Junkman. They are the masters and you'll learn the most there. Glad to have you along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VertimgoC502 Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 I have watched many of the videos already - sorry not to mention that. I have a very good understanding of detailing as I have been around a few years. I have done most of my detailing with the normal over the counter products such as Meguiar's and a low cost buffer. I want to move toward more professional products. I do have daily drivers to practice on but am focusing on my 2002 Magnetic Red Metalic Corvette. The paint is basically showroom new. There are no swirl marks, scratches or stains. I want to apply an Adam's product. I will be using a Porter Cable 7424XP that I recieved as a Christmas gift. I want to order the basic must have at this point and gradually build my Adam's product stock. What product best fits for me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooners Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Tim. I wasn't new to detailing when I made the move to Adam's, but like you I was wondering what products I should try to start replacing my old products with. I was initially looking for a polish and wax, and ended up getting Swirl and Haze Remover, Fine Machine Polish, Machine SuperWax, VRT, Glass Cleaner, APC, Clay Bar, Detail Spray and some towels, applicators, etc. I haven't been disappointed with any of the products. If you have a Corvette, then I'm sure you can appreciate what would be a relatively small cost to put together a nice inventory of detailing products. You want to take care of that sweet ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VertimgoC502 Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 Joey: Thanks! I am somewhat hessitant to purchase any of the "kits". Although they offer a value, none seem specific to my needs and focus at this moment. Therefore, I guess I am searching for the silver bullet. Do I purchase the Carnuba paste wax or buttery car wax - I want to use the PC 7424XP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooners Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 I prefer to apply paste waxes by hand, so if you're wanting to use the PC just to apply wax, I would go with the BW. However, I haven't used the BW, but I've heard it's so easy to work with that using the PC isn't necessary either. Having said that, since I have a PC, if I had the BW, I would most likely apply it using the PC. Since it's never been waxed, as recommended I would see if it needs to be clayed (which is possible since new cars can collect contaminants just being delivered). Then I would follow up with some Fine Machine Polish and top it with whichever wax you'd like to use (sounds like you're leaning towards American or BW). I'm sure you'll be happy whichever you go with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Post up some pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Rich Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Like Chris said. The MSW would be the best for your pc. I use the Buttery Wax or the Americana Wax, but I do mine by hand. I've managed to avoid swirls and scratches (yeah, I have a few) for the most part on my 02. I've tried almost every product out there, but nothing has given me the results that the Adam's products have. Once I'm done with the wax, I always apply a coat of Brilliant Spray Glaze. It just adds that finishing touch. The deep wet shine I like to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Your new Avatar looks good Rich! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Your new Avatar looks good Rich! Can't find one I really like, but I sure would like a new sig. Who did yours Chris? I'd like one with Adam's logo in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Cyclone Did mine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Can't find one I really like, but I sure would like a new sig. Who did yours Chris? I'd like one with Adam's logo in it. Rich, I could throw the Adam's logo in yours if you'd like. Just let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Rich, I could throw the Adam's logo in yours if you'd like. Just let me know. Cool! Now if you could make the sig longer................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VertimgoC502 Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 Thanks for your input. I will try your suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
694doorbird Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Welcome from Oklahoma. We need to see pictures of that 'vette:thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyGator Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Tim, I'm in the same boat. Just got a pc for xmas. I have a 2009 Shelby GT500. No swirls or scratches. I did clay it just because it had been driven this summer. Just ordered Swirl and Haze, Fine Machine Polish and Machine SuperWax. No desire to use the SH on the shelby, but will start with the FMP and move on to the MSW. Because you're car is a garage queen, you might want to apply, by hand, the Americana premium wax. According to Adam, the Buttery Wax is good for cars that get washed and exposed. Yours gets neither. Americana sounds right for you. Let us know what you get and how it works for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 :hi: Another Vette!! :rockon: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Rich, I could throw the Adam's logo in yours if you'd like. Just let me know. There you go Rich, Rich will take care of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADRIDES Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Welcome from Tennessee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VertimgoC502 Posted January 9, 2010 Author Share Posted January 9, 2010 I have placed a "major" order with Adam. I will be able to choose from a few options! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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