New Car First Steps

[trarmstrong]

Just got a new car (2015 Subaru Outback) in Carbide Gray (blueish gray metallic) and looking at giving it the full treatment.

I own Klasse Sealant Glaze and have given it a wash and single coat but looking to strip it and start from scratch.

Do I need to pick up some Klasse AIO, apply it, then apply three layers of the Klasse Sealant?

As far as a wax, I own Meguiars Gold Class but wanting something else. Looking at attaining a rich, wet look that makes the colors pop.

How about either Dodo Juice's Blue Velvet or Purple Haze?


(Also looking at a good, long lasting tire dressing as well)


Thanks!

[KBsToy]

Remember these important words PREP PREP PREP.

Strip wash.

Iron X or similar product.

Polish or your AIO.

Seal or LSP

Auto Detailing Facts, auto detailing Tips, How to detailing Guides, how to polish, how to wax, DIY detailing, do it yourself guides (http://www.autogeek.net/detailingtips.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/81546-how-choose-use-one-step-cleaner-wax-mike-phillips.html

Of course this advice is from a novice Iam sure you will get more help here on AG...

[AZ Mike]

Welcome to Autogeek.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/88949-greasy-slimy-messy-tire-dressings.html
Another long lasting tire coating is Tuff Shine Tire Clearcoat.

[flatstick]

congrats on the new ride ! you did not mention if you have a machine of any sorts. like already mentioned prep work will make the pain ready for the last step.

[trarmstrong]

No machine, all done by hand.

Okay so here's what I'm getting for my process...

1. Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss

2. Sonax Tire Gloss Gel

3. Clay Bar and Groits Speed Shine

4. Klasse All-in-One

5. Klasse Sealant (12 hour wait period, two coatings)

6. S100 / P21S Wax

[Don M]

No machine, all done by hand.

Okay so here's what I'm getting for my process...

1. Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss

2. Sonax Tire Gloss Gel

3. Clay Bar and Groits Speed Shine

4. Klasse All-in-One

5. Klasse Sealant (12 hour wait period, two coatings)

6. S100 / P21S Wax




Sounds like you're off to a good start, be sure that you follow the Klasse Sealant Glaze instructions to the letter, VERY THIN application and don't let it dry too long.

[trarmstrong]

This was my final order:

- Chemical Guys Citrus and Gloss
- 1Z Perl's Shampoo
- Groit's Speed Shine
- S100 Polish Enhancer
- S100 Carnauba Paste Wax
- Klasse Sealant Glaze
- Aerospace 303
- 1Z Vinyl/Rubber Protectant
- 1Z Cockpit Trim
- 1Z Windscreen Clear