My Detailing supplies

[Inspector1]

Here's a pic of my detailing supplies as of now.
Had to rearrange the cabinet to fit everything;)

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[according2me]

Let me guess. You had a chemistry kit as a child :^)

[stevel]

holy cow... :eek:

[stiller fan]

:eek: seems overkill to me......but, 'tis the way of Honda ownership!!! :D :yes:

[Inspector1]

I think it's my OCD= Obsessive compulsive detailing:D

I just returned from Sams club with 36 new microfibers

Heck of a deal 12 pack for 4.41

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[benjamming]

How do you like the Meguiar's #40. I thought it might be a little too glossy for my tastes, but I haven't ever tried it.

[stevel]

hope this isn't an excessive request... but what is it all??? I counted about 16 items not including pads and such, just bottles etc......

[stevel]

correction, at least 35 items?

[stiller fan]

Originally posted by Inspector1
I think it's my OCD= Obsessive compulsive detailing:D
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:moan: :rolleyes:

[Inspector1]

Originally posted by benjamming
How do you like the Meguiar's #40. I thought it might be a little too glossy for my tastes, but I haven't ever tried it.

I use the 40 for cleaning interior plastic and rubber seals, around column door panels where rubber leaves the black mark, sill plates, inner pillar covers and those type of items. It's a better cleaner than protectant! 303 is my protectant of choice.

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[Inspector1]

Originally posted by stevel
hope this isn't an excessive request... but what is it all??? I counted about 16 items not including pads and such, just bottles etc...... correction, at least 35 items?

Lets see I have
4star UGE gallon + sprayer
Purple Power + sprayer
Poorboys Spray and Wipe + sprayer
2 car wash soaps
P21s Wheel cleaner
Klasse AIO + SG
4star UPP
Megs 16 paste
Mothers Cleaner wax
3M Imperial hand glaze
Menzerna Intense Polish and Final Polish
Poorboys SSR2.5
Blue coral carpet spotter
303 protectant
303 cleaner
303 spot remover
303 fabric protecter
Megs Quick Detailer
Eagle One Wax as you dry
Stoners glass cleaner
20/20 glass cleaner
Megs clear plastic polish
Protectall Quick and Easy Wash
Eldorado Astrosol Orange degreaser/cleaner
2 water sprayers
2 water/alcohol 50/50 mix sprayers
Megs NXT protectant
Rain-x
Duragloss leather protectant

You get an A in math;)

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[Inspector1]

Here you go stiller fan...

36 more towels from Sams.............

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[Inspector1]

out of the pack.....

[anysia]

I1~what's the quality of the towels like?? i want ot get more so i don't have to wash my stack constantly (not shabby, i already have probably 25 and 4 different microfiber sponges....) but i know the pack i got from walmart is nowhere near as nice as the ones i got online or the ones from of the local auto places....

i don't have a sams membership, so i can't go check em out in person easily.... :(

impressive collection of cleaning stuff btw! and i thought that i had alot! :lmao:

[Pairallel]

I would like to know your estimate of the total retail value of everything in that picture...? I'm guessing $400+ including the polisher...:eek:


What do you use for:

1. Getting dried wax off of black vinyl trim / molding (like around the sunroof)?

2. Clean the dash and plastic trim?

3. Cleaning leather?


And where do you get the products in answer to the questions above?


FINAL QUESTION: Can I buy your car when you are ready for a new one?;)

[Inspector1]

Originally posted by anysia
I1~what's the quality of the towels like?? i want ot get more so i don't have to wash my stack constantly (not shabby, i already have probably 25 and 4 different microfiber sponges....) but i know the pack i got from walmart is nowhere near as nice as the ones i got online or the ones from of the local auto places....

i don't have a sams membership, so i can't go check em out in person easily.... :(

impressive collection of cleaning stuff btw! and i thought that i had alot! :lmao:

The towels are decent for polishing and general cleaning.. not good for glass.. I believe Costco sells also.

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[Inspector1]

Originally posted by Pairallel
I would like to know your estimate of the total retail value of everything in that picture...? I'm guessing $400+ including the polisher...:eek:


What do you use for:

1. Getting dried wax off of black vinyl trim / molding (like around the sunroof)?

2. Clean the dash and plastic trim?

3. Cleaning leather?


And where do you get the products in answer to the questions above?


FINAL QUESTION: Can I buy your car when you are ready for a new one?;)

Estimate is close + my PC(porter cable) and pads ring up about 200 bucks then products probably close to 300.00
I don't have a problem with dried wax on rubber and black trim.
Most polymers and acrylics don't leave white dried wax residue.
Megs 16 also is good about cleaning up well.
To clean something like that you can use WD40, Rubbing alcohol and some guys use peanut butter:dunno: I guess the peanut oil will dissolve?

Dash and plastic trim .. Megs 40 or 303 cleaner if real dirty, Woolite/water mix 1to10 for basic cleaning of interior plus leather and carpet.
I have a brush that attach's to my PC for carpet scrubbing..
I used up all my Lexol and have some Dura gloss for protecting leather.. I am planning on trying something new next go around.
Meguiars can be purchased at most local auto parts stores and the professional line is usually available at more paint oriented stores.(Napa, Carquest)
The rest of my stuff was purchased on line through numerous suppliers.

And your final ? sure if you want a 5 year old car with close to 200k on the ODO;)

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[RTexasF]

I1 -

Thanks to you this was discovered at Sam's today. Check the towel count per package. $4.87 each.



:notworthy :notworthy All praise the Inspector.

[Inspector1]

Yes it seems that Cinti got the shaft on count, everyone that has purchased on the detail forum have been 16 also:mad:
Those guys have been buying 10 & 20 packs at a time.

For less than .40 per towel you cannot go wrong. :thmsup:

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[RTexasF]

Agreed.
I realize that they are not the quality of those I have reserved for the car but they will serve well for general cleaning/polishing.

I1 - check your e-mail please.

[benjamming]

Originally posted by Pairallel
3. Cleaning leather?



Lexol pH Cleaner followed by a leather conditioner. Right now I'm using One Grand Leather Conditioner.

[mrjtree]

Inspector1:

First off, I am envious of your collection. Second, a question about removing black marks from shoes off the plastic trim on the doorsill and lower kickpanels on the doors. You mentioned Megs 40. I've never tried that. How careful do you have to be when using it? Is it good at removing the marks without discoloring the plastic or leaving an obnoxious odor behind? My interior is beige/tan and was going to try some WD-40, Fantastic or if those failed a little, stress "little," lighter fluid.

Maybe I can offer a pointer? For removing road tar from paint, I've found WD-40 to be the best. Just spray it on and after 5-10 minutes the tar just wipes right off. No scratching, not even on chrome. The WD-40 will not mark the paint. Afterwards, I usually wash the area, dry it and apply a coat of wax (Mother's Carnuba without cleaners).

[Inspector1]

mrjtree:

Black mark removal can be accomplished with 40 if it is mild.
Goo gone works also, but I have heard people rave about the
magic eraser......
http://www.homemadesimple.com/mrclean/products/duo.shtml
It all depends on the extent of the marking.
That's why I have so many products! Sometimes you may need to use 3 Different products to clean a specific item.

As far as cleaning with petroleum based products I will use the woolite solution after to remove any residue from the cleaner, then apply a protectant.
WD-40 is good for removing tar as is Mineral spirits(both in my arsenal of cross over products).
If I just have small specs of tar I use a clay bar to remove, to try and remove as little of my paint protection as possible.
When using multi step sealing products you want to eliminate premature removal;)

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[RTexasF]

The Mr. Clean eraser is indeed amazing. From scuffs on the kick panel to fiberglass bathtubs. It has even removed coffee stains from the kitchen counter that nothing else would touch! With no chemicals or cleaners to boot.

[mrjtree]

Thanks for the answers Inspector1 and RTexasF. I followed the link to the Mr. Clean products and signed up for a free sample. If it's free it's for me. :thmsup:

[Inspector1]

Originally posted by benjamming
Right now I'm using One Grand Leather Conditioner.

How do you like their condition and how does it smell??

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[benjamming]

My sense of smell must not be too good, but people say I like the smell of that leather. How long have you had this car? They are surprised when I tell them 3 years. Of course we don't eat in the car, & I keep it very clean in general. I use the cleaner every 1-2 months. Definitely every month in the summer months. Not sure how much you can contribute to the cleaner so take it for what it's worth.

The leather itself is still in good condition. It doesn't have any cracks yet and still feels pretty supple. It is outside in the Alabama weather 24/7 b/c we don't have a garage at home nor work. It gets fairly hot here in the summer with lots of sun.

I don't have anything to compare the One Grand stuff to though. I've never had a car with leather before.

[Inspector1]

Here's a product I just heard about a few months ago.

Folex cleaner. Available a Target for about $5 for 32 oz.

Very impressive results :thmsup: :thmsup:
Took some old ink from carpet :yes:

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[Inspector1]

Received my Poorboys order today :banana: :banana:

Stocked up on my favorite product!! Spray and Wipe :thmsup: :thmsup:

Also trying out his microfibers.. :yes:

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[Fabvsix]

I belong to a detail forum/club. They advise NOT to use cheap costco microfiber towels as all you doing it scratching your clear coat. Go to autopia.com and read up !
Where is your ZAINO too ?

[Inspector1]

Costco micros are used under hood, interior, and all other non cleared surfaces.
The Mrs. loves them for cleaning and dusting in the house, but not on glass!!
As far as reading up at Autopia, very informative site but has turned into a very Ego oriented forum anymore :thumbsdow Still plenty of info to be had if you read between the lines;).
I frequent Detailcity more often know. More like it is here on DA!!

And for Zaino, I will from my personnel experience say that it is a good product as well as many others on the market. Is it the best :dunno: That depends on the color used on and personnel taste.

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[Fabvsix]

Alot of it comes down to "good ole common sense"........

All my vehicles are black so Zaino works well for me. I agree with the ego thing, I just apply good ole common sense......btw, my garage shelf looks very similar to your wax collection. I think it is time to throw most of it away. Glad to know I'm not the only obessive one on this planet when it comes to wax and cleaning stuff...... :thumbsup:

[Inspector1]

Wow, just went back and checked on when I purchased my 5 gal of Spray & Wipe. 2.5 years and still have over a gallon left:thmsup::banana:


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[MotorCity Honda]

I love it!!

[RTexasF]

This is a blast from the past, eh? I realize that the 1st picture was sometime back but that is less than 25% of what I have accumulated as of April, 2008! In short, WAY too much!!!!! I guess I'll have to have a sell off of stuff to get my garage back from the detailing product vendors :yes:

[Kelsen]

This is an interesting thread to me, because the last three respondents (MotorCity Honda, RTexasF and Inspector1) are the three people I believe have shown the most knowledge with respect to detailing on this forum.

So; is the Poor Boys Waterless Wash & QD still a favorite item?

It seems odd to me that you guys, who worry about the specific quality of the MF towels you use to wipe/dry the cars, would ever wipe down a car without having rinsed/washed it first; wouldn't that be likely to scratch the paint?

Thanks.

RFT!!!
Dave Kelsen
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You know, poetry would be a lot easier if the words "girlfriend" and "Satan" rhymed.

[Inspector1]

This is an interesting thread to me, because the last three respondents (MotorCity Honda, RTexasF and Inspector1) are the three people I believe have shown the most knowledge with respect to detailing on this forum.

So; is the Poor Boys Waterless Wash & QD still a favorite item?

It seems odd to me that you guys, who worry about the specific quality of the MF towels you use to wipe/dry the cars, would ever wipe down a car without having rinsed/washed it first; wouldn't that be likely to scratch the paint?

Thanks.

RFT!!!
Dave Kelsen
--
You know, poetry would be a lot easier if the words "girlfriend" and "Satan" rhymed.

Spray & Wipe is a great product if you use it properly!!(As with any).
The amount of dirt on the surface when using to clean should at worst be a film, then I use upward of 12-15 towels using 8 surfaces on each towel. When the towel is dirty(basically one pass), I flip to a clean side and so on.
Sometimes panels may require 2 passes.
I use more in the winter months after a High pressure spray off at the car wash that is less than 1/2 mile from home:thumbsup:
So basically in a nutshell S&W is my in between wash touch up during the summer and Hi-pressure wash follower in the winter.

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[RTexasF]

Inspector Uno is the person that turned me on to Poorboy's Spray & Wipe some years back. It is an absolute staple in my detailing supplies and also keep some in the house for various duties. I have about a 1/2 gallon remaining and the next round will be the 5 gallon container.

Tip: A mix of 70% Spray & Wipe and 30% Spray & Gloss makes for good cleaning and a kick ass shine! Credit to Steve of Poorboy's fame.

[pmcjr]

Where are the Q-tips?