PSURob12

So I just got my 08' WDP Type S a week or so ago, and recent rain has brought forth time time to give it it's first bath. What are the best products to use to minimize swirls and what not? I need to stock up.

Typically I use the following:

regular car wash sponges
Meguiars NXT car wash
Invisible glass for windows
P21S Gel wheel cleaner
eagle one tire black sprayed on an applicator pad for shining the tires
Armorall for the dashboard

My concern is mainly the sponges I use possibly causing swirls. What does everyone else use?

Also, now that I have leather I will need to add leather care to my car care supplies, as well as something better than armorall for the dash/interior plastics.

Any advice?

Also, after driving down the beach on the highway this weekend and collecting bugs, I think I will ldeifnitely be getting a clear bra installed. Anyway, thanks in advance!

exceldetail

Ditch any sponge wash media, your asking fr issues! Go with a natural wool sheepskin washmit. The NXT Wash is a good lubricating soap when using traditional methods, otherwise consider Optimum NRWS.
Everything else in your repertoire looks good, and you might as well use it up.

Jesstzn

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PSURob12

where is a good place to get the 303 or #40, and sheepskin and chanelle mitts? Could they be found locally? Also, the WW microfiber towels as well?

Jesstzn

303 can be found at auto parts stores

#40 at some places that carry auto painting supplies.

Sheepskin & Cenelle mitts at Wally World but the sheepskin is average quality.

WW towels have to be ordered on line .. I got a great set from Exceldetail. ( if your going to order .. get the sheepskin mitt there too and the 303 .. save a trip. )

Hawhyen51

For 303 check their website and Mes #40 you may be able to find it at your local auto parts store. They may also have chenille and sheepskin washmitts (don't know about the quality of the sheepskin). MF drying towels check out Target and K Mart. Multi purpose towels, check your warehouse stores (Sam's, Costco). For the most part, the majority order online because of availability and convenience. Check out Exceldetail.

sonnyboyacura

I used sheepskin wash mits o my CLS and never had any swirls. I currently have a microfiber washmit, do you guys think it'll be safe? Or should I buy another sheepskin mit?

BackinBlackTL

^^i asked this question not too long ago and the majority said go for the sheepskin, you wont regret it...i wouldnt use anything else anymore

Brandon24pdx

Chenile washmitts work nice too, but can leave fuzz behind. My new sheepskin doesn't leave fuzz but is a bit less comfortable with the separated thumb (not as easy to flip over on your hand.)

PSURob12

looks like I have a sizeable online order to place today. What are the typical ship times from excel detail?

joerockt

I usually get my order the next day, but of course I'm only a few hours away

PSURob12

So here is my shopping list:

-Sheepskin washmit (for paint) to be used with NXT wash
-Formula 303 or Meg #40 (which would be better?) for dash/interior plastics (it is safe for the plastics as well correct?)
-WW Microfiber Drying towels
-Chenile washmit (for wheels used with tail end of NXT wash)

And then what about the leather?

joerockt

I'd go with the 303 protectant as you can pretty much use it on anything, even leather.

And besides the WW's, I'd pick up some regular MF towels.

PSURob12

what would I need the regular MF towels for? And 303 isn't "sticky" or anything is it? Those types of protectant, AKA ARMORALL, tend to attract and pull dust in.

PSURob12

and one more question....whats the best thing to clean the LCD screen with? LCD safe monitor wipes?

joerockt

Those same MF towels Just spray whatever interior cleaner your using on the towel, wipe on wipe off. I've never got a scratch...

joerockt

No. 303 isnt like Armorall at all. It leave a matte finish to the surface, dosent feel greasy and leaves a surface smooth. Its great stuff. If you want to get a more specific cleaner for leather, I always suggest Zaino leather cleaner and leather in a bottle conditioner.

PSURob12

Ok, so here is my current order list. What do you think :o


303 Protectant 32 oz - $ 21.89

12 for 10 Grey Supreme Deal
Buy 10 Grey Supreme Microfiber Polishing Towels, we'll add 2 additional towels! 12 for the price of 10! ($2.07 each)
$24.90


(2) TWO Excel Monterey Waffle Weave Drying Towel
Large on everything but price. This Waffle Weave drying towel delivers in a big way, 25x35 in. (875 sq inches of drying surface). Soft blue fibers, and thirst pockets enable large surfaced areas to be dried with efficiency, all the while still economical. New Satin wrapped edges for added comfort and convenience! 6.6 oz each.
$ 10.99

(1) Eurow Microfiber Chenille Loop Washmitt (for use with NXT wash on wheels
The MAGIC of microfiber wrapped up in this super White loopy chenille mitt. Great wet, it can hold lots of soapy suds reducing the dipping in the wash bucket and cutting wash time in half. Dry, it becomes a dust magnet, pulling dust and dirt from tuff tight areas deep into the mitt.
$ 4.99


(1) 100% Sheepskin Mitt With a Interior Rubber Glove (use on painted surface)
The highest quality Australian Merino sheepskin exterior with a heavy-duty rubber glove liner makes this the ultimate in wash mitts. The removable ambidextrous inner glove protects your hand against chemicals, scalding hot, and freezing cold water.
11.79

Excel Safe-T Scrub II (used to get bug gunk off the front bumper...or is this not a good thing to use on paint?)
Excel Microfiber Safe-T SoftScrub....!! Soft sponge inside, wrapped and stitched with DURABLE microfiber! Perfect for those hard to reach areas, where a sheepskin can’t get too. Can't wash without one! Excellent for wheels, bug removal, bird dung, bumpers, the dirtiest of needs.
$2.79

PSURob12

I think I may order leather cleaner @ a later date, but I don't really need it now since it is new and I am going to put 303 protectant on it.

I also may jump on the Optium NRWS bandwagon soon.

joerockt

Looks good. Go for it...

PSURob12

towels are all ok and everything? How long do the sheepskin mitts usually last? Should I get 2 instead to avoid having to order one again soon?

Hawhyen51

Shoot a PM to Patrick and see if he can setup a newb kit. Just maybe he can recommend other items that 's really needed.

MWalsh9152

Patrick recomended the turtle wax leather conditioner, Ive tried it since and I have to say it so far is great. It doesnt haave much odor to it, and the little that it does have goes away pretty quickly. I used to use the Armour All leather cleaner on my last truck and it made the leather way too slippery, no problems like that with the turtle wax.

As for the 303 protectent, when you need more you can find it easiest at a marine supply store. I wasnt able to find it at any of my local parts stores. Use it religiously on your dashboard to avoid the standard ashy dash problem on all TLs. You will need to apply it a couple times to get an even application of it. I've always been an opponent of putting things on my dash because it always attracts dust, But the 303 doesnt.

Get a spray bottle and some woolite for interior cleaning. double check but I believe you want to mix it 6:1 with water.

Have fun!

PSURob12

I'm really not a noob, ok well I guess I sort of am :o

PSURob12

Also, what is some good quick detailer to use? I have some Mothers Gold class and some MF towels. Basically I am asking because I just washed it and it's not really THAT dirty, but driving the highway in the rain yesterday has given me to dark lines of dirt buildup on the hood...I assume from water collecting on the grooves between the bumper, hood, and grille and then rolling up onto the hood.

I figured I could just quikdetail the hood with the quick detail stuff I have and the MF towels. Yay or nay?

exceldetail

Hands down, one of the slickest I have ever used........