PDA

View Full Version : What's up?!


Chet
07-30-2018, 01:03 PM
Hi everyone,

Just popping in to introduce myself. From Texas.

My current daily driver is a dark gray 2010 Toyota Tundra SR5 CrewMax. It has lots of door dings, but otherwise is great condition. I'm looking to do a full detail on it, but I have been out of the detailing circles for quite some time. I used to be a Zaino Bros guy as I loved the results is gave on my black 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP.

So, now, I'd like to do a full ceramic coating job on my truck to get that shine and deep clarity that I used to get with Zaino Bros. products. There's a LOT of surface area, so I suspect that the process will take the entire weekend.

Once I have it down, I'll do the same to my wife's Pearl White Buick Enclave.

By then, I should have the process down that, when I get my new Audi R8 from the dealership, I shouldn't have any problems. :xyxthumbs:

Well, time to go ask some questions and start educating myself.
DetailKitty
07-30-2018, 01:43 PM
Welcome Chet!

Lots of great brands out there you will find on here and good advice too.

Can't wait to see that R8!
Chet
07-30-2018, 01:54 PM
Welcome Chet!

Lots of great brands out there you will find on here and good advice too.

Can't wait to see that R8!

Thanks DetailKitty.

Just reading some of the How to Articles from this forum. I have ClayBar'ed many times using Zaino Bros products. Looking at picking up the Meguiar's Clay Bar kit now and some Microfiber Cloths. The Zaino's cloths are $25 for 3 clothes and my big truck needs more than that. Not sure which brand or quality to go with. I shall keep reading.

Too much to choose from here: Car Care Microfiber Towels, Microfiber dusters and microfiber Detailing tools (https://www.autogeek.net/mictow.html)
DetailKitty
07-30-2018, 02:13 PM
If you want to save time, I HIGHLY recommend nankin products vs clay bar.

Nanoskin Car Care Products, nanoskin autoscrub system (https://www.autogeek.net/nanoskin-car-care-products.html)

I do like some high quality microfibers found here, but when buying in bulk, I often get a batch from Amazon.
fly07sti
07-30-2018, 03:32 PM
Welcome. What products/machines do you currently have in your inventory?
fly07sti
07-30-2018, 03:37 PM
I also understand how much real estate is on a Tundra. I have a 2010 as well.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180730/a4e72aa53a76a090f21253131243d896.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using Autogeekonline mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=87407)
Dan Tran
07-30-2018, 04:49 PM
Sup Chet!
Chet
07-30-2018, 06:13 PM
If you want to save time, I HIGHLY recommend nankin products vs clay bar.

Nanoskin Car Care Products, nanoskin autoscrub system (https://www.autogeek.net/nanoskin-car-care-products.html)

I do like some high quality microfibers found here, but when buying in bulk, I often get a batch from Amazon.

Thanks for the recommendation. I'll check it out now.


Welcome. What products/machines do you currently have in your inventory?

I have a bunch of old Zaino Bros stuff. Some of their stitchless towels, bucket, maybe even one of their clay bars, wash, etc. I have a lot to acquire and a lot to learn, but I love learning more and have plenty of elbow grease to go around.


I also understand how much real estate is on a Tundra. I have a 2010 as well.

Nice ride brother! Is that the metallic gray? I see that you de-badged it too. Looks good.


Sup Chet!

Sup?!
fly07sti
07-30-2018, 07:24 PM
It’s actually Pyrite Mica. Like a bronze/brown. Have you ever worked with a coating before? Only reason I ask is some have a steeper learning curve than others.
Chet
07-30-2018, 07:30 PM
It’s actually Pyrite Mica. Like a bronze/brown. Have you ever worked with a coating before? Only reason I ask is some have a steeper learning curve than others.

I haven't, but I'm willing to learn. That's why I want to do my truck and my wife's car before getting the R8. I need to perfect the process.

I like the idea of using the Nanoskin instead of Clay bar, but not sure what to do after that.
fly07sti
07-30-2018, 07:49 PM
I haven't, but I'm willing to learn. That's why I want to do my truck and my wife's car before getting the R8. I need to perfect the process.

I like the idea of using the Nanoskin instead of Clay bar, but not sure what to do after that.

Nanoskin/synthetic clay alternatives are a great time saver and can still be used if accidentally dropped on the ground.
For myself a typical coating job goes like this.
-Thorough rinse with power washer
-Chemical decon with Iron X
-Wash
-Mechanical decon with clay or Clay alternative
-Polish; either a 1 step or 2 step depending on budget/expectations
-Prep paint with Car Pro Eraser or comparable prep spray
-Install coating and cure with IR light