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    How I Detail A Car?

    1. PUT CAR IN SHADE. 2. HOSE CAR OFF UNTIL SOAKED. 3. MAKE SURE SPONGE IS SOAKED AND FULL OF SOAP. 4. START FROM THE TOP OF THE CAR AND WORK DOWN IT. 5. GET UNDER THE CAR." BUMPERS AND DOOR SILLS" 6. RINSE CAR STARTING FROM TOP AND WORK DOWN IT. 7. GET A TERRY TOWEL AND START FROM TOP AND WORK DOWN IT. 8. VACUUM THE INSIDE OF THE CAR STARTING FROM THE DASH. 9.VACUUN SEATS, UNDER AND BETWEEN THEM. 10. WIPE THE VIYNL. 11. SPRAY AIR FRESHNER IN THE CAR. 12. BUT SOME TIRE WET ON THE WHEELS. 13. WAX AND POLISH.
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    Re: How I Detail A Car?

    Originally posted by chevyman2001
    1. PUT CAR IN SHADE. 2. HOSE CAR OFF UNTIL SOAKED. 3. MAKE SURE SPONGE IS SOAKED AND FULL OF SOAP. 4. START FROM THE TOP OF THE CAR AND WORK DOWN IT. 5. GET UNDER THE CAR." BUMPERS AND DOOR SILLS" 6. RINSE CAR STARTING FROM TOP AND WORK DOWN IT. 7. GET A TERRY TOWEL AND START FROM TOP AND WORK DOWN IT. 8. VACUUM THE INSIDE OF THE CAR STARTING FROM THE DASH. 9.VACUUN SEATS, UNDER AND BETWEEN THEM. 10. WIPE THE VIYNL. 11. SPRAY AIR FRESHNER IN THE CAR. 12. BUT SOME TIRE WET ON THE WHEELS. 13. WAX AND POLISH.
    Have you considered a wash mitt?...It is less likely to inflict scratches on the finish than a sponge.
    r. b.

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    • #3
      Why did he make it sound so easy....JEEZZZZ it just took a few seconds to read but all day to proform..LOL

      you forgot to Rain-x your windows.
      Rich
      If you don't have Meguiar's in your hand
      DON'T TOUCH MY TRUCK

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      • #4
        Detailing a car

        I have been out of the detailing biz for a while, but I remember reading somewhere to vacuum the interior before you wash the car. That way, you avoid dragging the vacuum and your feet through puddles. And it is safer if the electrical cord is in questionable condition.

        Todd

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        • #5
          Re: How I Detail A Car?

          Originally posted by chevyman2001
          12. BUT SOME TIRE WET ON THE WHEELS. 13. WAX AND POLISH.
          Gee, everything was going just fine until you put tire shine on your wheels and waxed before you polished.

          Oh, wait. You didn't clean your tires and wheels! And don't forget those wheel wells, especially if you're going to post pictures around here. This is a picky bunch!!!
          Michael Stoops
          Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

          Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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          • #6
            I always vacuum first, makes sense. Windows last.

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            • #7
              yes, vacum first, washign mitt needed and water magnet to dry. terry towel can carry contaminents can't it that might not have been fully removed and scatch car.

              i just vacum first, then wash and stuff and then do detail interior.

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              • #8
                I do have a meguiar's wash mitt. But I don't really use it. And I do wash the wheel well's and tire's. And I do put the polish on then wax car.
                Last edited by JG_Detailing; May 6, 2006, 07:19 AM.

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                • #9
                  I have to contest the part about spraying air freshener into the car.

                  I feel the best way to keep the car smelling fresh (IE, somewhat of a new car smell) is to eliminate the source of the odor. That is, find the source, spray in a little-to-no odor carpet cleaner (or just plain water), and scrub with a medium-stiff bristled brush. Let the mats and other removables dry out in the sun, and let the vehicle air out.

                  Everybody who hops in my car for the first time always comment on how it smells like new car smell.
                  Proud owner of the finest looking car in the parking lot.
                  Switch to Linux. Use energy efficient lightbulbs and appliances. Keep your car well maintained and drive easy to save gas. Eat less fast food. Call your mother and tell her you love her. Try flying a kite. Read a wikipedia article daily. Use Meguiar's.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by LiquidBlack
                    Everybody who hops in my car for the first time always comment on how it smells like new car smell.
                    Same here.
                    r. b.

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                    • #11
                      I usually do the interior first on a full detail to give the carpets and everything time to fully dry while I do the exterior.

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