Who washes their own truck & who pays to have it done?
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From: Orlando, FL
Originally Posted by attworth
Most guys in the C&D section have a few hundred invested in products. The more experienced individuals tend to have thousands. I just hit the 750 mark. 
$750??
Damn man.....I know I shouldn't be surprised, but I am. I'm kinda scared to go over to the C&D section. No matter where I go on this site I end up spending a lot. But then again, I do learn a lot too.
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From: Texas
Originally Posted by Myren
$750?? Damn man.....I know I shouldn't be surprised, but I am. I'm kinda scared to go over to the C&D section. No matter where I go on this site I end up spending a lot. But then again, I do learn a lot too.
Damn man.....I know I shouldn't be surprised, but I am. I'm kinda scared to go over to the C&D section. No matter where I go on this site I end up spending a lot. But then again, I do learn a lot too.Bad, I know....
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Originally Posted by attworth
It's worth it if you have the time and money. Except you end up being OCD about it. I don't let anybody touch my truck. I even yell at my girlfriend occasionally for putting her fingers on the paint instead of the door handle.
Bad, I know....
Bad, I know....
I personally wash my own most of the time, once in a while I let the drive through place do it.
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From: Texas
Originally Posted by Texan Aviator
That's overboard man, wow. It's a truck!
I personally wash my own most of the time, once in a while I let the drive through place do it.
I personally wash my own most of the time, once in a while I let the drive through place do it.
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From: Gilbert, AZ
The only time someone other than me washed my truck was at the dealership and I didn't know about it.
I usually wash it ever 1 or 2 weeks and it takes a couple hours, there's so much dust here, it's crazy. I also try and wax about once a month, too.
I usually wash it ever 1 or 2 weeks and it takes a couple hours, there's so much dust here, it's crazy. I also try and wax about once a month, too.
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From: Colorado
I always wash mine, but the other day I was in a hurry and had it washed and it scratched the sh*t out of my truck!!
Nothing a little polishing couldn't fix, but still..... I will be washing my truck myself no matter what!!
Nothing a little polishing couldn't fix, but still..... I will be washing my truck myself no matter what!!
Originally Posted by etrevino103186
Wow! I need some tips. I am about due for a full treatment, I am just waiting for to my keying to get fixed
Originally Posted by Myren
Hey NCSU, was that a kit that you got or did you hunt all that stuff down separately? How much did all that run if ya don't mind me asking?
Adam’s Absolute Essentials Kit Includes:
Clear 4.25 Gallon Detail Bucket
Screw-Top Sealed Bucket Lid
16oz All-Purpose Cleaner
12oz Car Wash
16oz Detail Spray
12oz Vinyl, Rubber, & Tire Protectant (VRT)
12oz Revive Polish
12oz Swirl & Haze Remover
12oz Buttery Wax
16oz Glass Cleaner
16oz Leather & Interior Cleaner
16oz Undercarriage Spray
12oz Leather Conditioner
In & Out Spray
One Gallon Detail Spray refill
4oz Clay Bar
Three Super Plush Microfiber Polishing Towels
Three Super Plush Microfiber Polish and Wax Applicators
Three Detail Sponges
Foam Wash Pad
Synthetic Wash Pad
Fire-hose Spray Nozzle
Grit Guard Bucket Insert
Jumbo Microfiber Waffle-Weave Microfiber Drying Towel
Detailed Step by Step Instructional DVD
Laminated Detailing Reference Card
Clear 4.25 Gallon Detail Bucket
Screw-Top Sealed Bucket Lid
16oz All-Purpose Cleaner
12oz Car Wash
16oz Detail Spray
12oz Vinyl, Rubber, & Tire Protectant (VRT)
12oz Revive Polish
12oz Swirl & Haze Remover
12oz Buttery Wax
16oz Glass Cleaner
16oz Leather & Interior Cleaner
16oz Undercarriage Spray
12oz Leather Conditioner
In & Out Spray
One Gallon Detail Spray refill
4oz Clay Bar
Three Super Plush Microfiber Polishing Towels
Three Super Plush Microfiber Polish and Wax Applicators
Three Detail Sponges
Foam Wash Pad
Synthetic Wash Pad
Fire-hose Spray Nozzle
Grit Guard Bucket Insert
Jumbo Microfiber Waffle-Weave Microfiber Drying Towel
Detailed Step by Step Instructional DVD
Laminated Detailing Reference Card
- NCSU
PS: Nueler, your sig is freaking huge, please consider shrinking it a little bit!
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From: Trempealeau, WI
The only way that I will wash my truck is by hand. I usually do all the waxing and detailing of it as well, but if I can't there is a great detailing shop about 15 miles away that buffs, polishes and waxes the truck for $75 and they do a great job. Usually I wash the truck in the driveway every weekend, also about the only time that I drive the truck, between 8:00&10:00 am because during that time the big maple tree along side the garage shades the front 1/2 of the driveway. So it gives me enough time to wash the truck, wheels, and tires then hand dry everything before the sun can get onto it and make water spots.
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From: Orlando, FL
Originally Posted by NCSU_05_FX4
I got all that as a kit, minus the DA Polisher, got that from Lowes on sale. Check out www.adamspolishes.com They've got kits ranging from $50 to over $1,700. The one I got, the Absolute Essentials Kit runs around $300.
Got that book marked for later.....
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From: Ann Arbor, Michigan
I think the "hand-washers" by far outnumber the "car wash" people. 
This is interesting. I thought there would be more people running their truck through a car wash with the "It's a Truck" attitude.
This is interesting. I thought there would be more people running their truck through a car wash with the "It's a Truck" attitude.
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From: Trempealeau, WI
Originally Posted by A2SuperCrew
I think the "hand-washers" by far outnumber the "car wash" people.
This is interesting. I thought there would be more people running their truck through a car wash with the "It's a Truck" attitude.
This is interesting. I thought there would be more people running their truck through a car wash with the "It's a Truck" attitude.
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From: Northeast tennessee
i dont like seeing all the rock chips, but its the way of the road. an there is only 1 mini ding, dont know how it got there , but its there. I hate parking lots, oh and cant forget the rebuilt right rear fender from a very soon to be x-wife. going through a divorce, but not because of the crushed bedside. Some women and utility trailers dont mix.
