TSX2010M

I just got my CBP 2010 TSX Premium
I got 35% tint
and paint protection

I was wondering what chemicals/sprays/gels/etc do you guys use to keep the car looking sexy?

I need to find good exterior cleaners, and good leather cleaners and so forth.

You guys are the experts, help me out!

Thanks!

ed_423

welcome! got pics of your car?

check out the wash and wax forum, i got ALL my questions answered there.
but to give you a quick answer, keep in mind im not a detailer or anal about my paint or w/e like some of these guys, i just like to keep mine nice and clean lol

any car wash(i have armor all wash and wax)
meguiar ultimate spray wax
turtle wax spray leather cleanser/conditioner (or w/e its called. got it from pepboys)
armor all wipes for interior dash and what not, its ok, i'd use some other stuff but my mom bought this so i'll use it untill i finish it, then get other ones.
gonna get invisible glass after i get my tint (tint friendly!)

and i used scratchx2.0 to remove any LIGHT scratches on clearcoat. it works ok lol

TSteezyX

^Good suggestions.

My only personal gripe is with Armor-All...it gives the interior a glistening look. It makes me think I rubbed everything down with a stick of butter. Feels terrible in the hands, too. Way to slippery.

ed_423

i agree, i dont like it either lol, but its what my mom bought so i guess i have to finish using it

TSX2010M

awesome stuff. Looks like Ill be dropping a good bill or two on cleaning supplies for this baby. I'm so picky about finger prints on this car. The dealer put one on my window trim and I grabbed a cloth and wiped it down haha.

I'll up load pics as soon as I can, I'll probably do it after the first mod or so

Mavrax

Maybe I am blind or its just late...where is the wash and wax forum. I was browsing around and cant find it.

TSX2010M

I can't find it either. It's probably a thread?

ed_423

haha i got most of mine for under 100 bucks. but of course, like i said i am no detailer nor am i super anal about paint job. if it looks nice and clean, its good enough for me

ed_423

actually, its on the very top right, in the "off topic" tap. click there, then u'll see wash and wax. but jsut to make it easy for ya...

https://acurazine.com/forums/wash-wax-23/

enjoy

mmafighta

I hate your BIMMER AVY....ARGHHH..























JK

Mavrax

Thanks....I didnt even notice that part of the forum..lol

hondu

I have one word for you - Zaino. The best stuff for your car ever. A lot of work, but worth every penny. I never had a car look so good, not to mention so easy to keep clean.

ed_423

^ yeah i heard a lot of good stuff about zaino. but its pricy for me lol, and u have to order it online. and im lazy LOl

DJMcGee

haha - how could you be more lazy than ordering online?

Ichiro

+1
Zaino is great but does require more effort & is often pricier than other brands.

Try the Poorboys range - good products and priced well.
Chemical Guys also have a decent range and they're priced competitively as well.

A quick & basic starter kit:
Exterior Wash - Poorboys Super Slick & Suds Shampoo
Clay - Clay magic blue
Sealant - Poorboys EX-P
Wax - Poorboys Natty's Blue (or white depending on your paint color)
Interior dash and trim - Einszett Cockpit Premium (non-greasy matte finish)
Leather - Zaino Z9 and Z10 OR give the Leatherique twins a try
Tires - Poorboys Bold & Bright Tyre Dressing (I find spray on tire dressing easier to apply than the gel based ones)

TSteezyX

TLparaMe

I've gotten good results with "Mothers" products, Pretty affordable too.

TSX2010M

What do you guys think about armor all products?

ed_423

say no to armor all

the only thing i use is their "wash and wax' to wash my car. and the interior wipes which i dont like, but my mom buy all armor all products cuz she thoguht its a good brand name.

LuvMyTSX

Zaino. It is expensive, but so easy to use. Not sure why one would think it's more work than other brands. You don't need the entire product line. I honestly just use the car wash soap, a couple of the polishes, gloss enhancer, and leather and plastic cleaners.

Additionally:
Invisible Glass for the windows
More Shine Less Time tire spray
Aerospace Protectant for the rubber parts

FLYGUY31

I used nothing but Aerospace for my TL on all the black plastic/rubber..works awesome..no shine or sheen..use a microfiber rag to blend in.

TSX2010M

You guys are awesome. I washed my car twice yesterday ahaha. Im finding like these water circles (?) on places of the the car. How do i get rid of these properly. I feel like its bad for the car

baltimorecaesar

60 grit sandpaper