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darkmatter0

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Hi everyone I just signed up today. I stumbled across this site by accident yesterday, and I was very excited to see so much information on detailing. I was never a clean-car guy, but with my recent purchase of a new car, I decided this time around I'm really going to take care of my car. So here is my first newbie question. What is a good wax to put on my black Land Rover Discovery?



I suspect there is no correct answer, but any input would be appreciated.
 
Welcome to Autopia. There is a huge range of good waxes, have a look in the review section. Any wax is limited to how well the paint is prepared. Good prep will give a great shine, poor prep will not.
 
Click on the learn link at the top of the page to learn how to wash, wax, and take care of your car.



Then if you just want to keep your car protected then get a good cleaner wax just as Meguiars NXT liquid wax and use it every three months or so.



If you want your car to look really good about the best and easiest way is to get some Klasse All in One (AIO) and some S100 Wax. Use the AIO first and the S100 on top of the AIO and you will be very surprised at how nice your car looks.
 
:welcome to Autopia darkmatter0!



You are quite correct, there is no single correct answer. The best products are whatever you find you like the best.



Not to completely duck the question, as you spend some time here youâ€â„¢ll find that a number of products/companies pop up a lot as being various peopleâ€â„¢s favorites. Read around, try some, and see what you like.



One thing everybody agrees on is that the process is more import than which chemicals you use. You can have the best wax in the universe but if you prep poorly and apply it badly youâ€â„¢ll get unsatisfactory results. Spend some quality time in the learn! articles and youâ€â„¢ll be up and running in no time.





PC.
 
:welcome I would say just start reading over the forum there are many people who are using different products on black vehicles just find something that would suit your needs and wants as far as reflection, depth, and shine! Feel free to ask any and all questions! You have to start somewhere!



Ohh yea and a good way to start is get yourself some MF towels (micro-fiber towels) thats where i started from!! haha
 
the other pc said:
:welcome to Autopia darkmatter0!



One thing everybody agrees on is that the process is more import than which chemicals you use. You can have the best wax in the universe but if you prep poorly and apply it badly youâ€â„¢ll get unsatisfactory results. Spend some quality time in the learn! articles and youâ€â„¢ll be up and running in no time.





PC.
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:welcome to Autopia darkmatter!



Great advice from everyone so far, none more so than from PC above.



Some major things you will want to read up on for your new car:



Washing techniques

Claying techniques

Polishing (in your case this may not be necessary..... YET!)

Different looks and attributes of different waxes/sealants (Check out the click and brag section for loads of images of people using different waxes and sealants)



Other things you might want to read up on on trim and tire dressings, cleaning glass, cleaning and dressing interiors, carpet cleaning .... the list goes on and on! Check out the learn section that PC links to .. its probably the best single source of detailing information available on the net.



Take your time, read before you buy anything and be prepared to experiment a little until you find the processes and products that suit YOU best and give YOU the results you want.



Good luck to you, look forward to helping with any questions you may have.



Mike :)
 
For immediate protection and to get aquainted with detailing, grab some NXT tech wax, lambswool wash mit, megs gold class or NXT soap, some microfiber towels(Walmart has some in the auto section-i like the green ones that say dusting on them, and the big blue one for drying the car, bottom shelf here) and maybe some clay at your auto store.



Some interior protectant such as Cockpit shine or armorall would be a good idea too.



Stoners glass cleaner is pretty good.



Some bling bling on the tires makes the car seem new for a long while too. Eagle one or megs gel is "alright"
 
one more thing... I don't have a indoor garage. what's the best way to protect my car's in/exterior from the hot sun during the summer??
 
A good car cover is needed and something I learned the hard way is do not use the car cover unless ALL the dust is off the car. I marred up the paint on my Black SS a few times with the car cover just from dust.. Black is a "fun" color !!!
 
welcome darkmatter0 .... don't forget to bring your credit card, you will need it soon enough ! :)



On a more practical note, when you are waxing your are doing the final stage, really it is the stages before the waxing that create the finish. I guess what I am saying is, there will be differences between waxes, sometimes perhaps only subtle differences, but they will only enhance what is underneath, and that is where you need to spend your time.



Having said all of that if your car is brand new, then you will need little more than a wax to top the already flawless paintwork. Personally I like P21s
 
darkmatter0 said:
one more thing... I don't have a indoor garage. what's the best way to protect my car's in/exterior from the hot sun during the summer??
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welcome to Autopia-darkmatter0



Car Cover Product Selection:

Covercraft Products are well known in the automotive industry as the largest manufacturer of custom patterned car covers in the world. Started in 1965 as a two-person company, now with over 500-employeeâ€â„¢s supplying the automotive after market, original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and speciality markets with over 45,000 custom cover patterns. Made in the USA with the QS 9000 standards rating award, meeting strict international quality standards. www.carcoverworld.com



Some fabrics offer more heat insulation than others, simply because they are multi-layered and are more effective at keeping heat away from the vehicle surface, but any cover will help reduce the vehicle temperature on a hot day. They are manufactured to be water-resistant, available in various breathable fabric materials for protection against every type of climatic conditions, as well as both long-term indoor or outdoor vehicle storage



1. Vehicle Storage?



a) Indoor: Dustop TM- 4 layer cover with maximum dust protection, and its soft inner layer protects paint.



b) Long Term Outdoor: WeathersheildTM HD- primarily for intense sun environments and long-term storage provides optimum protection from a multi-layer breathable (heavyweight) fabric.



2. Outdoor Weather Protection?



a) All Weather: WeathersheildTM - single layer construction, provides protection from UVR, acid rain, dust, dirt, intense sunlight and its storm proof (force 8 hurricane)



b) Severe Rain Storms: EvolutionTM (TechnalonTM)- a heavyweight, four-layer fabric for extended outdoor use, but especially heavy rain protection.



c) Inclement Weather: NoahTM by Kimberly ClarkTM â€â€� a three-layer fabric to provide more water resistance than most covers as well as UVR protection for extended outdoor use, but especially heavy rain protection.



d) Severe sun exposure: Sunbrellaâ„¢ by Glen Raven Mills, Inc. In areas of high sun but little rain a Sunbrellaâ„¢ cover provides the best UVR protection for prolonged sun exposure, a durable long-lasting fabric that protects interior and exterior finish, provides almost complete UV block, fade and water resistant.

JonM
 
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