Line me up with the correct stuff please!

[bassadict69]

First of all, thanks again for lining me up with the correct products to use on my bass boat...this site & ya'lls help made things really simple.

Now for my truck & my wife's car. Both vehicles have great paint & look good. I am not worried about any swirls at the moment but am wanting to get as much shine & protection as I can before the winter sets in.

Which products do I need to use from start to finish? I definately do NOT want to clay the car but if there is a liquid cleaner type product that is easy to use, I am all for it. KEEP IN MIND ALL THIS WILL BE BY HAND! I do have a cheap orbital buffer I could probably use but probably just for the final buffing.

Thanks guys!

[AeroCleanse]

Re: Line me up with the correct stuff please!

If all you want to do is protect the finish, then after you wash and dry it, use NXT Tech Wax 2.0.

[christian6984]

Re: Line me up with the correct stuff please!

hiya, things to consider could be start using 2 bucket method as inflicting more swirls will mute the colour in the long term, use a washmitt instead of a sponge. Also claying will make all following work much easier.

Gold Class or Nxt Gen Shampoo
Deep Crystal 1 - paint cleaner
DC2- polish
Nxt Gen Wax

the above should show a nice improvement, you may need some applicators to apply them as only NxtGen Wax comes with one. if you are looking for durability there is #16 in the professional line (this would come after the last step).

if time is short then a wash and wax will do.

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: Line me up with the correct stuff please!

Follow the above advice and your car will look good.

Just a word or two about claying. It is relatively simple to do. I know I was intimidated by it at first. But Once I got started it was a simple process and took about a half hour of my time. The result was worth it. It makes a huge improvement in your finished work. I would clay if I was you. Just my 0.02 worth.

[Murr1525]

Re: Line me up with the correct stuff please!

There are some basics...

Suggested Products for Taking Care of a New Car

How to Wash Your Car Show Car Style

What it Means to Remove a Scratch

How To Remove Swirls By Hand

How to remove a defect by hand with ScratchX

How to correctly apply ScratchX to remove swirls and scratches

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If they have never been clayed... they probably need it. I know I thought I knew what a smooth surface was when I started, then I clayed anyway, and learned what smooth was.

[Maserati Mario]

Re: Line me up with the correct stuff please!

If you really don't "care" to much, just throw on some wax. At least you'll have it "sealed". Claying is a good idea so you get out some of the "fall out" on your paint.