How are you detailing your ride?

[Rockefella]

Dirty car > Clean car.

[PerfAdv]

Dirty car > Clean car.

Dirty car during use > unused car.
Dirty car after use = abuse.

[appliedcolors]

Well, I like to use Ultimatecarpage.com - Powered by knowledge, driven by passion because in my point of view, I can take much BETTER care of my vehicle THAN otherS.

[csl177]

Heck of a thread revival, spamming your detailing gear. Post a how-to instead. Hopefully in clearer English.

[pimento]

Pictures, before/after, videos.. nowadays discerning consumers demand a rich multimedia experience.

[Parabola]

I have used Griot's Garage products for the last 15 or so years. I have used practically everything out there. If you are looking for something you only need to use once a year, I would recomend Griot's paint sealant. A good washing (clay bar, etc.) once a year, apply the paint sealant, then a reagular wash once every two weeks in conjuction with spray one wax and your good to go.

[cheung]

why I should not dry my car with a chamois?

[Man of Steel]

I am quite a detail freak honestly, the only limit is that I have no bloody time. But I try to wash my two cars once per month.

Once a year I try to do a full detail, which includes claying and polishing the car with a professional polish machine. The results are simply stunning I can tell you, better then let someone do it for you.

I will do a 'full detail' on the Alfa in April, it will cost me a full week. But it will be worth it. This includes:

- removing wheels and cleaning them thoroughly (brake dust from 3,5 years in them);
- washing car,
- claying car,
- polishing to remove swirls and defects;
- putting on a 'glaze' like 'Black Hole' to cover remaining defects,
- waxing car,
- cleaning interior and treating the leather,
- treating plastic and metal details.

For people who have no clue what I am talking about, I will do a write-up after I am finished in April in the 'My rides' thread. Prepare to be amazed :-)

[jackmarkn]

i don't remember all the products i use, but i have a separate sponge for below the belt line/wheels.

[eddyjack6]

Very nicely kept W123.

Meguiars NXT series of products seems appealing, especially since it's so readily available.

Nice machine dude