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    Plan For Detailing A White Car - Feedback Appreciated

    Just ordered the Griot's Garage 6 inch Random Orbital Polisher with 2 orange pads. Would appreciate feedback on the following before I order them: Clay 3D HD- Uno Auto Polish using orange pad Collinite 845IW applied by hand Then maintain by applying CG SPEED WIPE SPRAY & Streak Free...
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    Meguiar's A3016 Deep Crystal Cleaner

    Interested in feedback on Meguiar's A3016 Deep Crystal Cleaner. Does it have a low level of abrasiveness? Think of using it, the Meguair's Ultimate Polish and finish with Collinite 845IW.
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    Porter-Cable 7424XP vs. Meguiar's G110v2 Professional Dual Action Polisher

    Besides the price, any real difference between these two: - Porter-Cable 7424XP - Meguiar's G110v2 Professional Dual Action Polisher
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    Meguiar's M20532 Ultra Finishing Polish compared to SwirlX

    When comparing Meguiar's M20532 Ultra Finishing Polish with SwirlX, is SwirlX actually a bit stronger?
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    Dual action polisher or not to dual action polisher?

    I have used a dual action polisher in the past, but never really got it done to work well. Seemed I was always using too much product or something, but have always found working my hand to be more my style. However, I am curious for those using polish and Meg #16 or Collinite 845IW, do you...
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    Best Products on White and Silver Cars

    Up to now, I was using the following products on my silver and white cars: - Clay - CG SPEED WIPE SPRAY & Streak Free QUICK SHINE - Klasse All In One - Werkstat Acrylic Jett Trigger and Acrylic Glos - Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection Trying to simply things and order some new...
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    Best Detailing for a Silver and White Car

    Up to now, I was using the following products on my silver and white cars: - Clay - CG SPEED WIPE SPRAY & Streak Free QUICK SHINE - Klasse All In One - Werkstat Acrylic Jett Trigger and Acrylic Glos - Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection Trying to simply things and order some new...
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    Thanks to everyone on the feedback on Four Star

    Based on many of the recommendations I have received, I am going to stick with Four Star's Ultimate Paint Protection for now. I know when I first started on this forum, not a single bad thing could be said about UPP by Four Star and I see no reason to change to something else now just for...
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    Where can you find Four Star UPP

    Been using Four Star's UPP for I don't know how long and was getting ready to order another bottle from Autogeek, as I alway have before. Found out, not a single Four Star product is carried anymore. Then tried ProperAutocare.com, and not a single Four Star product. Tried several other...
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    PBs S&W and S&G

    After applying 3 coats of UPP, is there a need to use PBs Spray and Wash prior to Spray and Gloss if the car really isn't dirty. If I understand the intent of the 2 products, S&W is used more for when the car is actually dirty while S&G is more of a detailer/gloss enhancer spray?
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    How to clean wheels

    Looking to do my first detailing tomorrow on my new satin silver 2005 Honda CRV EX. I think I have the paint all taken care of, but wondering how the wheels should be cleaned (just wash them or or use a certain type of wheel cleaner) and whether just dry them then or should they be waxed? Can...
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    Microfiber Towels

    Placed my order today for all my detailing supplies and completely forgot about the MF towls. I was at both Costco and Walmart today and was interested in knowing if anyone has used either of these. If so, what did you think of them? Also, it is best to machine wash them and then let them...
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    Maintaining Black Trim (bumpers, etc.)

    What is best to use on a new car to maintain the black trim such as the bumpers, mudguards, etc.? Something like Poorboy’s Trim Restorer?
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    Wash, Clay, AIO, then UPP?

    First off, thanks alot go out to both NYV6Coupe and mtodde for all their suggestions and feedback! Just purchased a new satin silver 2005 Honda CRV EX. The paint appears to be flawless, but I have come to learn by now from all the great information on here, there is always room for...
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    New 2005 Silver Honda CRV..what to do...

    Just purchased a new 2005 Silver Honda CRV and would appreciate any and all suggestions of what product(s) would be best to use with my PC. No problems obviously, just looking to achieve the ultimate gloss. Would Meguiars NXT do the job?
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    Is all clay created equal?

    I am looking to clay my Black CRV and am interested in know if there really any difference from one clay to another? The three that I am considering are as follows: - Clay Magic Blue - Meguiar’s Quik Clay - Mothers California Gold Clay
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    Speed setting on a PC 7336

    For using a PC 7336, it is best to use a setting of 6 when using Menzerna Final Polish II or Meguiar's No. 9 Swirl Remover, a setting of 3 or 4 when using something like Meguiar’s No. 7 Show Car Glaze and a setting of 3 for Meguiars NXT? Also, how can you best guide how fast or slow you should...
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    3m Finesse-it Ii Machine Polish

    I am still trying to work out some of the swirls on my 2002 black Honda CRV. Over the weekend, I went with a polishing pad on MENZERNA FINAL POLISH and then followed it with Meguiar's #7; both items I used a setting 3-1/2 speed. Today I am going with 3M FINESSE-IT II MACHINE POLISH on a...
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    Best Product Selection for a Black vehicle

    I am still reading up on these various post to try to make sure I use the right and best product when using my new CP 7336 on my black 2002 Honda CRV. The finish is overall in great shape so it doesn't seem to really need any type of cleaning. Therefore, I am thinking of starting with one of...
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    How do these pads and products look?

    Just purchased my Porter Cable 7336 and looking to order the following: - 6 Inch, C.P. Orange Power Pad to use 3M Finesse-It Machine Polish, then - 6 Inch C.P. White Polishing Pad to use 3M Swirlmark Remover, and finish with - 6 Inch C.P. Red Finishing Pad with Meguairs NXT Do the...
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