View Full Version : What are the biggest misinfos & misbeliefs?
imported_Bence
12-10-2004, 10:32 AM
For all pros, vendors, sponsors, etc.!
What are the biggest misbeliefs, misinfos & BSs you (we) can read on the detailing forums?
Recently, on more than one threads we could read about such `mis-things`. Opinions?
Think of product usage, application, protection evaluation, technique... - generally every aspect of our enthusiasm!
tpgsr
12-10-2004, 02:50 PM
The biggest mis info and ````` tale are the "miracle" products that can wash polish and protect, and not need waxing for 10 years. I hate companies that make stupid claims like that. Oh oh and teflon in products... that bugs the *beep* out of me too!!
dcswd
12-10-2004, 03:02 PM
I definitely agree with the miracle products.
Id also add that most people think household products are great for cleaning a car. Such as:
dishwashing soap for every wash... cuts the grease right?
various scouring pads... to remove bird poo and so on
regular windex for cleaning all glass....
Scottwax
12-10-2004, 05:13 PM
Teflon.
SilverLexus
12-10-2004, 06:05 PM
Nufinish. :)
LouisanaJeeper
12-10-2004, 06:40 PM
you cannot wax a new factory paint job
stealership $900 sealants
windex is a good QD for paint
you need 3oz liquid wax to wax a car, put it on extra thick and let it sit for a couple days while you drive around
tpgsr
12-10-2004, 06:42 PM
Originally posted by LouisanaJeeper
you need 3oz liquid wax to wax a car, put it on extra thick and let it sit for a couple days while you drive around
this reminds me of the picture Scott posted of his neighbors truck covered in a "shell" of TW :lol: :lol:
JustinR32
12-10-2004, 09:49 PM
That the brand of product you choose is anything other than a personal preference.
That product is more important than process.
Tom
Scottwax
12-10-2004, 10:28 PM
Originally posted by tpgsr
this reminds me of the picture Scott posted of his neighbors truck covered in a "shell" of TW :lol: :lol:
http://scottwax.com/rice/Oh_no.htm
:lol
salty
12-11-2004, 10:56 AM
That new car salesman say you don`t have to wax because it has a clear coat. And then try to sell them a $500 sealant.
Superior Shine
12-11-2004, 05:06 PM
washing your ride
is OK with dawn.
wifehatescar
12-11-2004, 08:31 PM
I hate when people are under the understanding most waxes last for about a year, so why do they need a detail more frequently than that?
White95Max
12-11-2004, 08:57 PM
this reminds me of the picture Scott posted of his neighbor`s truck covered in a "shell" of TW
I just saw an Intrigue a couple days ago with a thick layer of wax sitting on the paint while he drove it around. And it was sunny too. I bet it was fun to remove (if he has removed it yet).
That new car salesmen say you don`t have to wax because it has a clear coat.
Yeah I had a neighbor that thought like that. Always told me that I`m wasting my time waxing because the paint gets all the protection it needs from the clearcoat. :rolleyes:
Scottwax
12-11-2004, 10:18 PM
Originally posted by wifehatescar
I hate when people are under the understanding most waxes last for about a year, so why do they need a detail more frequently than that?
No kidding.
The people asking if I can handle their `special` Cadillac paint irritate me too. I just casually pull out my photo album with Rolls, Bentleys, S Class, etc and they get the point. BTW, I get this question at least a couple times a year. The color might be special and limited to Cadillacs, but it is still just paint.
Originally posted by Scottwax
No kidding.
The people asking if I can handle their `special` Cadillac paint irritate me too............The color might be special and limited to Cadillacs, but it is still just paint.
Preach brutha, preach!!!!!!:D