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Originally Posted by Downgear
Before I placed my spring order I just wanted some others input on the best products in addition to looking over my current methods. I have done countless hours of research on the "best" products however people have different opinions and I am now confused .
Wax
I currently use klasse sealant glaze and top it with the premium red worlds best wax (i am about to run out worlds best).
- What is the best carnuba to put over my klasse sealant?
- I have heard so much about zaino - should i make the switch?
- also i need a good detailing spray or spray wax - have no idea which one is best and how often to apply
Polish
-I am currently using menzerna SIP and p106ff and am 100% happy
Clay
- I plan to purchase the delicate sonus green clay and lube i found clay magic blue too harsh.
Soap
- Very confused here...i plan to buy a foam gun and would like recommendations on the best soap to use with my two bucket method and foam gun.
- i have been using meguiars NXT and automagic bulk soap
lastly my procedure is as follows:
- wash
- clay
- (should i use some sort of cleaner or prewax clenser in this step)
- polish
- sealant
- Carnuba wax
Thanks very much for any input...i want to take my autopian standards even higher than ever before this summer! |
Wax/Sealant
I prefer sealants. Go with Jeff's Werkstatt Acrylic Jett, Zaino Z-2 or 5, Duragloss 105 or 111, or Ultima Paint Guard Plus. All of these products are very good. Also all come with a pre-cleaner/AIO which is recommended to use before putting down the sealant. For Jeff's it is Prime or Prime Strong, Zaino is Z-AIO, Duragloss is 101 and for Ultima is Ultima Paint Prep Plus.
QD
If you want a good quick detailer or a spray wax, you can just get Duragloss's brands right off the shelf at Napa or Carquest. Duragloss's QD is 921 Fast, Clean and Shine their spray wax is 951 Aquawax. If you decide to go with Zaino, includ Z-6 and Z-8 in your order, they are very good.
Polish
Menzerna SIP and 106ff are outstanding. If you have really soft paint you MAY want to consider using 3M Ultrafina rather than 106ff. If your paint is normal or hard, 106ff would probably be a better choice.
Clay
Sonus Green Clay is fine so long as your paint is not too contaminated, then you would have to step up to a harsher clay or spend more time claying with the Sonus Green Clay and use it up more.
Soap
A wonderful soap you can most likely purchase at Napa or Carquest would be Duragloss 901 (16oz I think) or 902 (gallon). If you order from Zaino, throw in some Z-7 with your order. If you order the Ultima Paint Guard Plus, give the Ultima wash a try.
Whether or not to use a paint cleaner before polishing depends on who you ask. I have some Sonus Paint Cleaner and I like to use it after washing an claying and before polishing to just get a good deep clean before polishing. Many people here will say I am wasting my time - to each their own.
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