My weekly wash ...

[MiVor]

Admittedly this is just a simple weekly wash and wax topper. The truck has DG 105 on her. This was a 2 bucket wet wash followed by a DG Aquawax topper. Tires are simply 303 Aerospace Protectant after a scrub.
Note: I`m not looking for `show car shine`, just trying to keep her as new as I can, as long as I can.
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[Jesse@Autopia]

Looks good!! :bigups

[4u2nvinmtl]

Huge panels & crazy grill! how long does your weekly wash take you (on average, as we all rotate what we do in our weekly wash).

[davidc]

If you want to keep it looking good for a long time I would put 2 coats of 601/111 over that 105. I do not know if it actually is true or if it makes a real difference but 111 is a pure sealant with no cleaning ability and states a UV inhibitor where 105 has minor cleaners and does not state anything about UV.

Dave

[WaxAddict]

It looks new to me!
Nice to see the trees in full bloom up there. Nice area. It looks like you have a bit of privacy while doing your wash. Every time I get out there, I feel like I`m putting on a show for the whole neighborhood. "Hey buddy mine`s next!" etc etc.

[Tpr1634]

I know the feeling brother....http://www.autopia.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=27585&stc=1

[MiVor]

Huge panels & crazy grill! how long does your weekly wash take you (on average, as we all rotate what we do in our weekly wash).
An ONR wash is about an hour. A wet wash is longer as I break out the pressure washer and do wheels/wells. I`ve also been playing with an inexpensive hose end foam gun along with the pressure washer. To be honest, I like the ONR wash better as it`s a bit quicker and less mess in the driveway. I confess that the grill doesn`t get all the attention it needs...I need to ponder a brush/procedure to get in all dem nooks `n crannies.

[MiVor]

It looks new to me!
Nice to see the trees in full bloom up there. Nice area. It looks like you have a bit of privacy while doing your wash. Every time I get out there, I feel like I`m putting on a show for the whole neighborhood. "Hey buddy mine`s next!" etc etc.

Thanx - I bought it with 30k miles on it so it`s just barely broke in <hehe> I just love the thing. I`m in the country sortof, but it`s a busy road so I get a lotta lookers, just no cat calls.

[MiVor]

If you want to keep it looking good for a long time I would put 2 coats of 601/111 over that 105. I do not know if it actually is true or if it makes a real difference but 111 is a pure sealant with no cleaning ability and states a UV inhibitor where 105 has minor cleaners and does not state anything about UV.

Dave

Great minds (and crazy people) think alike! .... I`ve been thinking of getting 111 to put over 105.

EDIT: I wonder...if I was to add 2 coats of 111, would I do the bonding agent (601) for just the first....or both?
Will 601/111 work okay over 105/Aquawax?

[MiVor]

Trees and sky in the glass....fence in the body panels...courtesy of Duragloss.
http://www.autopia.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=27586&stc=1

[WaxAddict]

Trees and sky in the glass....fence in the body panels...courtesy of Duragloss.


Nah, you give yourself too little credit. It`s courtesy You. It`s important, of course, to have a good product, but skill brings the shine.

[davidc]

Great minds (and crazy people) think alike! .... I`ve been thinking of getting 111 to put over 105.

EDIT: I wonder...if I was to add 2 coats of 111, would I do the bonding agent (601) for just the first....or both?
Will 601/111 work okay over 105/Aquawax?

I inquired that exact question to DG and was told to use 601 every time.
EDIT: I have used all the sealants over Aqua Wax with no problems, I think the 601 helps with that issue
Dave

[MiVor]

I inquired that exact question to DG and was told to use 601 every time.
EDIT: I have used all the sealants over Aqua Wax with no problems, I think the 601 helps with that issue
Dave

I found something interesting on the DG website under 111:

Step Saver Tip - Blend 4 parts #111 to 1 part 601, Polish Bonding Agent for added durability and gloss. Accelerates the curing process for instant bonding. Apply within 2 hours after mixing for maximum results.
https://www.duragloss.com/Exterior-Polishes/Clear-Coat-Polish/8-oz.-Duragloss-CCP-(Clear-Coat-Polish)

So if doing 2 coats, I`m thinking of applying the 1st coat in 2 steps (601 followed by 111) then maybe the mixture for the second coat? (dunno)
Also, I`m wondering how long to wait (for curing) between coats?

But...this just might be my winter prep in the fall....601/105, followed by 2 coats of 601/111....or maybe, since DG suggests a wax over 111, perhaps 601/105, 601/111, Collinite 476 (or 845)?

[TuxedoTaurus]

I found something interesting on the DG website under 111:

Step Saver Tip - Blend 4 parts #111 to 1 part 601, Polish Bonding Agent for added durability and gloss. Accelerates the curing process for instant bonding. Apply within 2 hours after mixing for maximum results.
https://www.duragloss.com/Exterior-Polishes/Clear-Coat-Polish/8-oz.-Duragloss-CCP-(Clear-Coat-Polish)

So if doing 2 coats, I`m thinking of applying the 1st coat in 2 steps (601 followed by 111) then maybe the mixture for the second coat? (dunno)
Also, I`m wondering how long to wait (for curing) between coats?

But...this just might be my winter prep in the fall....601/105, followed by 2 coats of 601/111....or maybe, since DG suggests a wax over 111, perhaps 601/105, 601/111, Collinite 476 (or 845)?
There is no cure time as with applying the sealant alone. The 601 instantly cures the sealant instantly, and can be topped immediately.

[davidc]

I mix it, do the whole truck, go back to the beginning wipe it all off and start again. The only time I use 601 seperately is if I am doing spots/touch ups.

Dave