Meguiars Show Car Shine Kit ~ $20 at Target

[slacktr]

Hi, I am looking for a good Automotive Detailing Book. Any recommendation? Thank you!

Hi Zippy, probably the best book is to print out the detailing archives prepared by David Bynon.



When I was first suggested to go to this site, I printed up the tips and tricks. Probably the most up-to-date info you`ll find.



Problem with some detailing books is that they might still be stuck in the "old school" way of detailing; cotton diapers, saddle soap, etc.

[Steve A]

Is the Griot`s Handbook worth $13, or is it more of a catalog?

[tom p.]

I bought 15 years ago. I would agree with Beau on the point that the info and materials being used are ancient which renders the book almost worthless. Many of the products pictured don`t even exist any longer (thank God!).

I think Beau`s suggestion of printing a bunch of David`s articles is the most practical thing to do and it doesn`t cost anything.

FYI: While we are on the topic of education, Porter-Cable users can find a helpful "tutorial" @ Meguiar`s site which discusses and explains technique. Everyone can pick up a few pointers over there.

Link to the Meguiar`s tutorial=>>"Clinic" (`http://www.meguiars.com/clinics/clinics_template.cfm`)

[PassatPunk]

I agree with beau. When I joined on the forum, or really before (cause I didnt want to irritate the advanced forum by beating a dead horse) I went to the archives read up on those and also went to the http://carcarespecialties.com/ (`http://carcarespecialties.com/`) site. Here you can find a lot of good stuff to. I acutally printed out just about all of the articles posted on this site and took them to school and on my down time.. and on my on time :D .. read them. Just wanted to have some knowledge before I came in here firing beat questions and "Who likes Armor All?" posts.

Although I did say Meguairs Wheel Cleaner is a "GEM".. which I must say.. when you got a car that hasnt seen a wash mitt in a year, this stuff can be one of your best friends.

PassatPunk.

[cahlroach]

I bought the Griots book and it had quite a few tips that I didn`t know at the time. I bought it almost a year ago. It`s not really a catalog, but I have learned more in the few months that I have been reading posts on this site.

[rmccall6]

i agree that this site is an excelent recourse but i disagree about using it soley (sp). Read as many non biased books and aticles as you can. If you read 52 books on a subject your a world resource on that subject (of course just reading doesnt make you a good detailer alone)

[slacktr]

Thank you for suggestions! I really appreciate.

[rstype]

Ron`s site has really good info too! http://www.autoint.com/tech__tips.htm (`http://www.autoint.com/tech__tips.htm`)

[Tuck91]

I had to go to three different Targets to find it, ended up finding it at the last one I went to. Not a bad deal at all for $20, I grabbed two of them but if they go on sale you can sure bet I will grab more.

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[unexplainedbacon]

great for the price, a little surprised quick detailer isnt included. i noticed the interior one is though

[mikeyg402]

I hate that tech wax! I used the paste on my black explorer and all it did was streak. I was not impressed but the rest of the products I love
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[Todd@RUPES]

Does that say Quik Glass Cleaner? Did this replace NXT Glass Cleaner (I thought NXT was the only Glass Cleaner Meg`s sold?)...

Geeze I feel left out! (Calls Barry....)

[Tuck91]

Does that say Quik Glass Cleaner? Did this replace NXT Glass Cleaner (I thought NXT was the only Glass Cleaner Meg`s sold?)...

Geeze I feel left out! (Calls Barry....)

Hey Todd,

A while back I remember one of the Mikes on MOL say that the Quik Glass Cleaner was only available through gift packs and such. The NXT Glass Cleaner is still around I believe but I am down to my last bottle. And then there is the Meguiars Glass Cleaner Concentrate which I have also.

I think I am ready to clean some glass :thumbup:

[Junebug]

Glass? Stick to Stoners IG!!