My first ONR wash

[ConeArrow27]

I did my first ONR today on my Volvo. It turned out pretty good. I just had time to wash not wax or anything (loosing day light). I will show pics then ask questions. I will admit I am nervous showing yall pics because I am such a rookie lol But here we go


Before





After




If it had not been getting dark I could have done some better (will tomorrow lol) Heres my questions


1 Do I need to clean the wash mit or just let dry? What bout the micro fiber towels?

2 What can I do to get it looking better then this? I know it needs a new paint but that requires money lol.


I had a neighbor say it looked really good....and Im thinking its got a loooong way to go before it looks good lol. But the comment was nice

[CM8 6MT]

1. Yes you need to clean it. Why wouldnt you? You will re-introduce dirt to your paint if you dont.

2. Unfortunately that clear coat failure on your hood has to go. You need a re-paint.

[ConeArrow27]

1. Yes you need to clean it. Why wouldnt you? You will re-introduce dirt to your paint if you dont.

2. Unfortunately that clear coat failure on your hood has to go. You need a re-paint.

How do I clean the mit properly?

[CM8 6MT]

How do I clean the mit properly?

I would recommend you pre-rinse it with something like DP's pad rejuvenator which works for Mf as well. After you pre-rinse, wash it with a dedicated MF cleaner like Blackfire microfiber cleaner & restorer.

Thats my method at least. Even so, your wash media will never look like new again. I use a 600 gsm MF towel for ONR and other rinseless washes. On the left is a CLEAN, thoroughly cleaned with by method above. To the right is a brand new towel. As you can see there is a difference.

[ConeArrow27]

Thanks

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[HD.Detailing]

Your car is a prime candidate for vinyl wrap

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[ConeArrow27]

How much do thos run?

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[stilltipping3]

Plasti dip

[peter hurcos]

I'd say you'd get a big boost in appearance for not much money by taking care of the headlights. Don't ask me how, but that's what I'd do.

I wouldn't beat myself up about the condition of the paint: Clean cars with straight bodies and faded paint have a certain dignity to them. There are lots worse effects.

[ConeArrow27]

One step ahead I already bought a Maguires headlight resto kit....I just ran out of day light today

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