I used AMMO Frothe from a friend (he loves Larry's products). I didn't have an aerated pump sprayer, so had to borrow his.
I personally wasn't a huge fan of it (being blown away).
I 'feels' like...
If it were me, if I saw any type of caked on dry dirt, I would try to spray those area with water first and try to loosen it before even attempting to touch it.
If I...
True, APCs will dry the clear coat... same with IPAs.
NEVER use full strength APC/Degreasers on paint! :wowwow:
I only do an APC wash for my daily driver 1/yr only to apply a fresh coat and do any...
I already have plans to put CQuartz UK 3.0 on my new vehicle in a few days.
I know this lasts a good 2+ years in terms of hydrophobic (beading) and chemical protection.
From my experience, just get a headlight / flahshlight with a good spot light (not diffused/filtered); even a good pen light will work.
Nothing crazy strong like those you see online that can burn...
Welcome to the forums Rick!
I was in your same shoes several years ago and learned quite a lot over the years as an enthusiast detailer for family/friend vehicles.
Bruno,
Do you use that version instead due to wanting nothing between your current wash + your preferred protective LSP (don't want those other rinseless 'gloss enhancers' getting in the way)?...
Question,
I've read that Silicone in a wash/prep product is disaster for paint prep.
Does this hold true for this product as well that contains SiO2 (silicone dioxide)?
Spikepaga,
1) I wouldn't wash the car THAT often, especially if you are putting it through an automated car wash.
2) If you don't wash it every day, at least make sure to clean the bumper/hood/side...
Never used this product... but people rave over Citrol
Supposed to melt away bug guts and decal/sticker adhesive quickly.
You're supposed to wash it off really quick after use as it is not safe for...
I say you "can" do a WW method on this... ONLY if you REALLY soak the panels, and maybe every 1/2 wipe you stop and change your edge on your towel.
All about technique in this case.
For those of you that have used Griot's Leather Care Spray... what do you think of the smell?
I used it a few times, but it seems like really cheap football leather smell... possibly a hint of...
I'm not sure how I missed this product, but I guess I did.
I know McKee's has the N-914 which is very similar to Meguiar's D114... no wax/sealant/gloss-enhancing properties and is designed primarily...