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Old May 29, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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When I wash with dawn, should that provide enough lubricant to clay?
Yes, but soap will eat the clay. Don't do it.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2011 | 11:25 AM
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I'm finishing to detail my truck. How can I get rid of the product spoiled in the rubber trims? (bedside trims, window gaskets, etc.)
 
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Old Jul 11, 2011 | 09:23 AM
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I'm finishing to detail my truck. How can I get rid of the product spoiled in the rubber trims? (bedside trims, window gaskets, etc.)
Duragloss Wax Eraser works very well.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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I have some "Skid marks" on the paint of my truck, from shopping carts... No dents, no paint chips, just the shopping cart paint transferred to my paint... For smaller marks, I have used the old carb cleaner trick... Works OK, but leaves the paint dull, even after re-waxing that spot... Recently I have gotten a shopping cart skid mark about a foot long on my passenger side rear door - I really don't want to hit that big of an area with carb cleaner...

Recommend me a product?

Edit: my truck is dark blue, wife's truck is black... If that matters....
 
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Old Jul 11, 2011 | 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Jerry-rigged
I have some "Skid marks" on the paint of my truck, from shopping carts... No dents, no paint chips, just the shopping cart paint transferred to my paint... For smaller marks, I have used the old carb cleaner trick... Works OK, but leaves the paint dull, even after re-waxing that spot... Recently I have gotten a shopping cart skid mark about a foot long on my passenger side rear door - I really don't want to hit that big of an area with carb cleaner...

Recommend me a product?

Edit: my truck is dark blue, wife's truck is black... If that matters....
I would recommend Optimum Power Clean, XMT Speed Clay & Clay Lube, and a light compound. All of those products used in conjunction with each other should remove the marks. Be sure to follow with a high quality wax or sealant afterwards.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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My black Weathertech mats are showing a little wear. The scuffed areas are showing lighter in color. I tried 303 protectant, and they looked much better; however, the 303 left them too slippery. What do you have that is suitable for mats and truck step pads.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by bama stripes
My black Weathertech mats are showing a little wear. The scuffed areas are showing lighter in color. I tried 303 protectant, and they looked much better; however, the 303 left them too slippery. What do you have that is suitable for mats and truck step pads.
I would recommend Wolfgang Exterior Trim Sealant. It will effectively restore the color on the mats and other exterior trim. It dries to the touch and will not make the surface slick or greasy.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 05:19 PM
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So I've neglected to clean my wheels for some time now and the brake dust has been caked on it hard. I've tried Simple Green and various cleaners and nothing can take them off. I've even tried various power ***** and nothing seems to work. Talk about elbow grease...I'm all the way to the shoulder. Any tips on solutions/products to get my wheels back to their original shine?
 
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 05:46 PM
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What type of wheels are they? Chrome, aluminum, or painted/coated?
 
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 06:26 PM
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What type of wheels are they? Chrome, aluminum, or painted/coated?
chrome
 
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Old Jul 13, 2011 | 06:00 PM
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Sonax wheel cleaner
 
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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 05:16 PM
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When I clean my engine bay I use Simple Green full strength.I use a leaf blower to dry it along with running the engine for about 10 minutes.I then use spray silicone as my protectant to finish the job.Do you sell any engine cleaners and protectants?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2011 | 04:32 PM
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Try some chrome polish.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by blueovalfitter
When I clean my engine bay I use Simple Green full strength.I use a leaf blower to dry it along with running the engine for about 10 minutes.I then use spray silicone as my protectant to finish the job.Do you sell any engine cleaners and protectants?
You may find this helpful; Engine Detailing How-To
 

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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:53 PM
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I was referring to cleaning wheels, not engines!
 
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