Products to buy for new 09 tsx

[jmarc]

i recently bought a new 09 tsx. The color is grey. I'd like to purchase some products that will keep the show room shine. I've done some research and got some recommendations, but I'd need some re-enforcing. Mike could you recommend some products? I plan to use the 5 step method. Thanks!

[Murr1525]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

1. Wash - Gold Class, Nxt, etc. Two buckets, Grit Guards if possible, good quality towels, sponges.

2. Clay - Smooth Surface Clay kit, and I'd pick up some extra QD.

3. Clean - Should just need a mild cleaner, so DC1 would be fine.

4. Polish - DC2 would also be fine, or #7 Show Car Glaze is top of the line.

5. Wax - Nxt 2.0 is the newest and advertised as the best protecting wax.

6. Wax - Remember 2 thin coats are best.

[TimG]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

and some UQD..:

[Murr1525]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

and some UQD..:

7. Maintain - UQD for after future washes.....

[jmarc]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

Thanks for the very quick replies. I'm a newbie, so should I do the detail by hand or a da?

[Lexus Guy04]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

A DA is ALWAYS BETTER, and MORE EFFECTIVE. Rick has a DVD on how to use the PC for show car results. Something to think about...

[Murr1525]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

As mentioned, the DA will give better results (though could change the products a bit. I picked out products primarily for hand use).

But it is a bigger investment. A cheap $25 buffer will do nothing.

I htink a lot of us detailed by hand at first, and watched the DVD a bit before buying a DA.

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[jmarc]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

If i decide to go with the da. Which products do you recommend?

[akimel]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

If i decide to go with the da. Which products do you recommend?

That is a good question. Six months ago folks would have told you that you need M80 (Speed Glaze) and M83 (Dual Action Cleaner/Polish). But Megs is coming out with some new products in early 2009 which you may wish to purchase instead: SwirlX, ScratchX 2.0, and Ultimate Compound. These can be used both by hand and by D/A polisher. They may well be the products that you should consider using with a D/A polisher. I am waiting on them myself.

If you are seriously considering purchasing a G110, then you should give Rick a call at Auto Detailing Solutions. He is running a couple of Christmas specials and he can advise you on pads and other stuff you will need.

Cheers,
Al

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

If you are serious about going the da route. I would definitely check out the deals at Auto Detailing Solutions. Rick will be more then happy to give you any advice on what you need to achieve your goals. Good luck.

[Murr1525]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

Yeah, the new products will make it interesting. But #80 will still work like a charm.

1. Wash - Same

2. Clay - Same

3. Cleaner/Polish - #80 Speed Glaze, Polishing Pad

4. Wax - Nxt 2.0, Finishing pad. Cutting pad + MF bonnet for wax removal

5. Wax - Nxt 2.0, Finishing pad. Cutting pad + MF bonnet for wax removal

6. Maintain

ADS actually only ships to the lower 48, thoug hit really is the best place to shop. Do you have any family friends over here, that could resend a package?

[jmarc]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

I wasn't able to find DC1 on the self at the stores i went to. I was able to find the Cleaner Wax. is that a safe replacement?

[SHYNEMAN123]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

7. Maintain - UQD for after future washes.....

135 has the same stuff and is avail. in gals. less $

[akimel]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

I wasn't able to find DC1 on the self at the stores i went to. I was able to find the Cleaner Wax. is that a safe replacement?

Cleaner Wax will work fine. Your regimen would then look like:

1) Wash

See: How to Wash Your Car (ShowCar Style!)

2) Clay, if needed

See: Mike Phillip's on How to Clay Your Car

3) Cleaner Wax

4) NXT (optional: adding a coat of NXT will give you more uniform coverage and will add to the durability; but it is not strictly necessary).

This would be an excellent regular program to take care of your daily driver.

On the value of Cleaner Wax, see these two articles by Mosca:

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19978

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24225

Hope this helps!

Keep it simple. Keep it fun.

Good luck!

Cheers,
Al

[jmarc]

Re: Products to buy for new 09 tsx

How about....

1. Wash - Gold Class

2. Clay - Smooth Surface Clay kit

3. Clean - Cleaner wax

4. Polish - DC2

5. Wax - Nxt 2.0

6. UQD

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