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Got to say I am very impressed again with Zaino All In One. I didn't have much time with the sun going down at 4pm but managed to get a coat of Zaino on and add some Poorboys wheel sealant and despite being a slightly rushed job, the end result is good. It was 2C, I got wet feet and they took some warming up!
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Why do you need sealant after coat of Zaino All in One? I have no experience in waxing and sealing though I have ordered Zaino All in One and try it by myself on my X3. Do you think it may not be necessary to remove any original wax of the car and I can directly have one coat of Zaino AIO?
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Re. removing wax first, there are some posts about using a specific product to do this on this thread but if you didn't pay for any wax/protectant to be applied post delivery you don't need to do anything other than wash and dry first
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Just be careful not to put sealant on top of wax. Correct order is:
cleanse (if necessary) -> seal paintwork -> wax
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I found the guides on this site pretty useful. Even basic stuff like two buckets of water for washing and washing the wheels and most dirty parts first and then using fresh water for the rest. A wheel brush is a must have too for most alloys and it's handy for cleaning your wash mitt so that you don't pick up grit and then scratch the paintwork. http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/ Re. claying, you shouldn't need to do this yet because it's mostly about removing contaminates that won't be there until you've exposed the car to the elements for a while. Claying is excellent though and I couldn't believe the amount of stuff it picks up. Recommended 1-2 a year if you have the time
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I need some help. Klasse wax and then the Klasse High Gloss sealant was applied to my 2011 Alpine White X3 and to the black trim as well. The instructions on the container stated it was safe for plastic,vinyl etc. which should have caused no problems. Now the black trim looks horrible with a white haze and it was applied a number of weeks ago. How can I get this off or remedy the situation? Will it wear off? HELP!
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I used clay on my car this weekend. First time I have ever done this process and I am astounded by the result. It leaves the paintwork so slick and glass like smooth.
A quick seal and a couple of costs of wax and it is better then when it left the show room. A couple of pics will be added soon when I have done the wheels. If you have never done this, but care at least a little about your car then go and buy some. I did the whole process in 4 hours and it is worth it. |
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... greetings gents ... had many sleepless nights reading and re-reading excellent posts from forum members regarding detailing ... it finally got so overwhelming that i took it to paper ... maybe some of you will have use for this:
Automobile Detail – Schedule – Products – Detailing Reference / Vendors Products used and listed have been compiled by recommendation and personal use This list will eventually be narrowed down to just a few product lines - Following work flows have been compiled with help of professional detailers and information furnished by vendors and BMW forum members Format of document: - Work flow - Schedule - Products - Pads - Recommendations Websites for products, “how to’s”, etc. www.detailedimage.com Greg www.chemicalguys.com George www.detailersdomain.com Phil http://shop.unitersna.com/collections/leather-master www.amazon.com www.enviousautodetailing.com Eric Schuster www.toddcooperider.com Todd Cooperider www.detailbyvinny.com Detailing Guide: http://www.detailedimage.com/Auto-Detailing-Guide/ Experience at its best: A MUST READ http://togwt1980.blogspot.com/ http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-d...l?daysprune=45 Wheel Well: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...ys-bare-bones/ Exhaust polishing: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...polish+exhaust Wheel Surface cleaning: http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-d...-cleaning.html Detailing Schedule April - Complete detail - Wash / Dry -> Clay -> Polish -> Sealant -> Wax May - Wash -> Wax June - Wash -> Wax July - Mini detail - Wash -> Assess for polishing -> Sealant -> Wax August - Wash -> Wax September - Wash -> Wax October - Thorough detail – Wash -> Clay -> Polish if needed -> Sealant -> Wax November - Wash -> Wax December - Wash -> Wax January - Mini detail - Wash -> Assess for polishing -> Sealant -> Wax February - Wash -> Wax March - Wash -> Wax April - Repeat Routine I usually wash once every 2 weeks STEP 1 - Rinse Rinse entire automobile with water STEP 2 - Tiers & Wheels & Wheel-wells Products: Tires: TUF SHINE Tire Cleaner (initial thorough cleaning before applying TUF SHINE Sealant) Wheels: If wheels are not severe dirty use any ph neutral cleaner or soap Chemical Guys Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner SONAX Wheel Cleaner (severe brake dust accumulation) BMW Wheel Gel P21S Wheel Gel Meguiar’s Wheel Cleaner Wheel-wells: Cleaner: Chemical Guys Grim Reaper A.P.C. Meguiar’s All Purpose Cleaner D103 Greased Lightning P21S Total Auto Wash Tools: E-Z Detailing Brushes (regular & mini size) Lug Nut brush Long handle brush for wheel wells STEP 3 - Wash: Products: Soap: FOAM GUN: Chemical Guys Maxi Suds II or Honeydew (used with Gilmour Foam Gun) For maintenance wash: Fill foam fun canister with soap and use setting A (1oz to 1 gal) for more “snow” use setting D 1 cap to 1 gallon water FOLLOWED BY: HANDWASH: Chemical Guys Glossworkz (used for wash with 2 bucket method and wash mitt) For maintenance wash: 1 oz to 4-5 gallons water Chemical Guys Citruswash & Gloss (used for wash with 2 bucket method and wash mitt) For Sealant & Wax removal: 1 oz to 1 gallon water For Grime, Bug removal: P21S Total Auto Wash (100% or 50/50) Tools: Gilmour Foam Master II Grit Guard with 2 buckets (wash – rinse) Sheep-skin wash mitt for top portion of automobile Micro fiber wash mitt for lower portion of automobile Microfiber waffle towel for drying STEP 4 - Surface Preparation - Clay Bar: Products: CarPro Iron X Iron remover Aquarx Iron Cut Chemical Guys Lite Clay Bar (blue) Chemical Guys Lubber (lubricant) Meguiar’s Mild Detailing Clay Meguiar’s Quick Detailer (lubricant) ONR Wash (lubricant) STEP 5 - Wash - Dry: Wash - see Step 3 Tools: Microfiber waffle towel Electric blower (do not use gas powered unit) STEP 6 - Tires & Wheels & Wheel-wells dressing: Products: Tires: Dry tires completely before applying sealant TUF SHINE Tire Sealant Chemical Guys G6 Hyper Coat (use only if ambient temperatures are 70+) Wheels: Chemical Guys Wheel Guard Wheel Wax Poorboys World Wheel Wax Swissvax Autobahn Wheel wells: Dressing: Chemical Guys Black to Black Chemical Guys Bare Bones Under Carriage Spray (requires wipe down after application) Tools: Foam applicator Cotton Terry Towel for wipe down STEP 7 - Taping of Trim and Emblems: Products: Meguiar’s Detailing Tape (0.75”) Painters Blue Tape or Green Frog Tape STEP 8 - Polishing: Products: Menzerna SF4000 106FA (2500 grit) Menzerna SF 4500 85RD (3000 grit) Menzerna SI 1500 83 (2500 grit) Chemical Guys V38 use with CG black pad Chemical Guys P40 use with CG green or white pad Meguiar’s 205 (2500 grit) use LC white pad Polishing Pads: use 4” for more control or 5.5” for larger surfaces Lake Country: Orange 5.5” Green 5.5” White 4” (light cut) Black 4” (finishing) Blue 4” (polishing) Chemical Guys: Green 5.5” (medium polish) White 5.5” (light polish) Black 5.5” (finishing) Blue 5.5” (polishing) Red 5.5” (Sealant) Meguiar’s: W8006 6” (polishing) W9006 6“ (finishing) Tools: Porter Cable Orbital Polisher/Buffer Flex STEP 9 – Wipe down: Products: Isopropyl Alcohol Use 90% IPA at 1 part to 10 parts distilled water Menzerna Top Inspection STEP 10 - Sealant: Products: Blackfire Wet Diamond Polymer Sealant - apply with LC blue pad Menzerna Polymer Sealant (black pad) Chemical Guys Black Light - apply by hand Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 - apply by hand Tools: Red or Yellow foam applicator (hand) or blue with PC STEP 11 - Waxing: Products: Chemical Guys 50/50 – apply by hand Swissvax Glacier (used for white paint) – apply by hand DoDo Juice White Diamond Hard Wax Tools: Lake Country red foam applicator STEP 12 - Final Wipe Down: Products: Chemical Guys V7 EXTERIOR TRIM: Products: Cleaner: Meguiar’s All Purpose Cleaner D103 P21S TAW Leatherique Prestine Clean (use on soft and rubber trim) Protection: Plastic Trim: Chemical Guys Black to Black Rubber Trim: Einszett Gummi Pflege Stift Meguiar’s Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner Residue on rubber and plastic trim: Use Meguiar’s All Purpose Cleaner D103 or greased Lightning with a Tooth brush INTERIOR DETAIL: Products: Leather: Keep in mind you are working with the protective layer of the leather and not with the leather itself! Leather Master Universal Cleaner (Leather Care Universal Cleaner) (Leather Care Vital) used on older leather Leather Care Protective Cream http://shop.unitersna.com/collections/leather-master Swissvax Leather Cleaner Swissvax Leather Milk Leatherique Prestine Clean (used on older/worn leathers) Leatherique Rejuvenator Trim: Cleaner: Meguiar’s Interior Quick Detailer For Fabric: 303 Fabric & Vinyl Cleaner Protectant: 303 Aerospace Protectant Carpet: Cleaner: 303 Fabric & Vinyl Cleaner Protectant: 303 High Tech Fabric Guard Scotch Guard Glass: Stoner Invisible Glass ENGINE BAY: Products: Cleaner: Chemical Guys Grim Reaper A.P.C. P21S TAW Meguiar’s Super Degreaser D108 Greased Lightning Dressing: 303 Aerospace Protectant Plastic Trim: Chemical Guys Back to Black Have I gone nuts? Yup ... just about to get kicked out of the house
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I too have a alpine white X3 and wish I waited for the m-sport version to come out, that way I wouldn't have this issue with waxing. |
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For UK owners, Halfords have buy one get one free on all car cleaning chemicals until Monday. Just picked up some Autoglym HD wax and some more clay bars and lubricant
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/s...5731_langId_-1 Shame about the hosepipe ban though
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