Originally Posted by Detailed Image

Kromax, congratulations on the new car purchase! I'd recommend starting off on the right foot with the proper washing and drying tools so you help keep your finish relatively swirl free. You choose a color that does a good job hiding imperfections, however it is also a color that needs some work to REALLY get it to pop for you.

I'd suggest starting with your wash tools... a quality mitt and a good lubricating shampoo (I like Poorboy's Super Slick & Suds) will help minimize adding imperfections during the wash phase. Make sure you are using a 2 bucket wash system, ideally with your rinse bucket having a Grit Guard Insert as an added preventative measure to minimize adding imperfections.

For drying, I'd recommend using the sheeting method prior to even touching a towel on your paint. Following these steps will remove a majority of the water on the surface of the vehicle so that you minimize contact with your paint: After you have rinsed off your vehicle for the final time, remove your spray nozzle. Flood the surface of the vehicle from the top down. The flooding creates a "sheeting" effect that will self dry the vehicle. What I do is start from the top of the vehicle and move left to right with the hose. On the way back, right to left, lower the hose to the point where the water is falling and proceed to "catch" the falling water from your initial pass. Continue this method until you reach the bottom of the car. From there blot dry and absorb any of the remaining water with a quality waffle weave microfiber towel.

Consider using a fine grade clay bar on your paint if it's new to remove any stubborn contamination that may have settled onto the surface during the vehicles delivery.

Since you say you do not have swirls or imperfections, an abrasive polish is not needed at this time. As far as protecting your colored paint, I love the look of Poorboy's EX-P Sealant topped with P21s Concours Carnauba Wax.

This covers your paint. Let me know if you'd like any suggestions for protecting a new vehicles interior, wheels, glass care, engine bay care, etc.

I applaud you for wanting to take care of your vehicle correctly from day 1 rather than waiting for problems to occur and fixing them after the fact. Enjoy your new car!

George

Originally Posted by hoenignd

George, I am stocking up for spring and would like to upgrade my current set of polishes and waxes. I was considering the following:

Poorboys SSR1
Poorboys World Polish
Poorboys EX or EX-P

Question: I have some light scratches and scuffs here and there that I think would be best suited for a light abrasive, such as SSR1. If I use this, do I need to follow it up with the World Polish as well? Or is that not a necessary step? I will most likely use the polish for maintaining the look, but just curious on your thoughts after using SSR1.

Thanks

Originally Posted by hoenignd

Thanks for the quick reply! I'm planning to pick up a PC as well (for my bday). Sounds like Menzerna Final Polish II will fit my needs quite nicely. I'll top that with PB EX-P and let you know how it turns out!

Originally Posted by redlude97

George,
Do you have any direct experience with optimum polishes and how they compare to the menzerna line? I use the optimum line because I don't have a garage and have to work in partial sun alot of the time, and from what I understand menzerna polishes don't stand a chance in the sun, however I'm intrigued by the new po106ff formula and seeing if I will see a significant difference compare to optimum polish or poliseal w/ the sealant removed using IPA/water. I know working times on menzerna can be increased somewhat by mixing with rmg, so I may try that with the po106ff cut with RMG to get that ultimate clarity

Originally Posted by G-RULZ

George,

My wife jsut bought a new car ML350 White 3 weeks ago and I need advice to keep the car clean and paint protect. What do I needs. I meant the basic stuff you would normally do a car wash.

Thanks

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

Congrats on the new car purchase. I'd recommend picking up a quality wash kit to minimize adding imperfections on the car, a quality sealant and a spray on maintenance product to use between the bigger details.

I'd suggest the following:

Wash Kit #7
- Sheepskin Wash Mitt
- Waffle Weave Drying Towel
- Poorboy's World Super Slick & Suds

Grit Guard Insert

Poorboy's World EX-P - this will be your sealant which looks great on white and will last 3 - 4 months.

Poorboy's World Spray & Gloss - A great maintenance product for using on top of the EX-P between applications. I like to use it after a regular wash.

This would be a great combination of ease of use, results and good value without spending a ton of time in multiple steps.

Let me know if you need me to go into more detail on why I selected these products.

Enjoy your new car!

George

Originally Posted by redlude97

Good beginning kit, but I'd suggest at least 3 sheepskin washmits, 2 for the car, and one dedicated to the wheels etc.

Originally Posted by h2mann

Hi George, thank you so much for all of the tips and advice. Its awesome that you take the time out to help out everyone-great customer service! Thanks for the tip on the sheeting rinse off after washing. I did it the other day and it cut my drying time in half.
Anyway, I have had my G for 2 months now and am getting ready for the first wax/polish session. I have been washing her weekly using all of the proper washing methods, 2 buckets, sheepskin mitt, waffle weave drying cloths.
My car is blue slate so I want to ensure all of the proper waxing/polishing techniques from the beginning. I am super busy so I am not able to do a regular waxing session. The car is my daily driver, is garaged at home and at work, and sits at home for a week a month while I travel. I live on the wet side of the island so I get rain daily. I was looking for something easy to apply and remove as well as long lasting. Bad shoulders make it challenging to do the work evenly so I was planning to invest in a PC. I have heard great things about Zaino, but also read some great things about some of the products you carry. With all of the info I gave, what would you do with my baby. Thanks for your time.