Young Blood - Page 920

xc_SS/RS · 03-08-2016, 04:59 PM

Wonder if Blackstone would be able to tell if my cam was going bad because of this lifter tap. Giving it a shot but I did drain out about 3/4 of a quart and it's noticeably quieter. Confused? Yes.

racergirl · 03-08-2016, 07:40 PM

I'm feeling better about everything. Thanks for all the encouragement. Y'all are the best

Dreamcar16 · 03-08-2016, 07:53 PM

anyone ever used chemical guys or any other similar cleaning brand? been very OCD with my cleanliness. plus does polishing/waxing remove those faint scratches?

rebelyell22 · 03-08-2016, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dreamcar16

anyone ever used chemical guys or any other similar cleaning brand? been very OCD with my cleanliness. plus does polishing/waxing remove those faint scratches?

CG blows. Adams is my favorite for most stuff. Compound=deep scratches Polish=light scratches Wax=filler/protectant. Cleaner wax has some light abrasive properties.

xc_SS/RS · 03-08-2016, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Dreamcar16

anyone ever used chemical guys or any other similar cleaning brand? been very OCD with my cleanliness. plus does polishing/waxing remove those faint scratches?

I like their car washes. I haven't used any of their other items but for washes I really like the Mr Pink for regular washes and their Citrus Wash n Gloss for stripping the paint to clay it, compound/polish and put some fresh wax on.

Or get Meguiars Gold Class as its widely available pretty much everywhere that sells anything car related and its a really really good car wash.

CamaroDreams76 · 03-08-2016, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by rebelyell22

CG blows. Adams is my favorite for most stuff. Compound=deep scratches Polish=light scratches Wax=filler/protectant. Cleaner wax has some light abrasive properties.

+1 for Adams. Customer service is top notch

hrpiii · 03-09-2016, 06:56 AM

Adams and Menzerna are top on my list for products I use and satisfied with

Dreamcar16 · 03-09-2016, 08:13 AM

ok will give adams a try out. do you guys recommend any kits/individual items together? looking for a good clean and polish/waxing

justjoshin · 03-09-2016, 08:27 AM

meguiars clay, DA compound, polish, and wax! Lot of work but worth it in the end!

hrpiii · 03-09-2016, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreamcar16

ok will give adams a try out. do you guys recommend any kits/individual items together? looking for a good clean and polish/waxing

do you have swirls/scratches that need to be removed (paint correction)? Then you will need a polisher to address that. you will not be able to remove those by hand.

See, you are just opening up for a lot of questions, based on your needs.

It's best to start with the essentials, and work your way to the "nice to have" stuff.

xc_SS/RS · 03-09-2016, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreamcar16

ok will give adams a try out. do you guys recommend any kits/individual items together? looking for a good clean and polish/waxing

What this guy said below

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Originally Posted by justjoshin

meguiars clay, DA compound, polish, and wax! Lot of work but worth it in the end!

Or check out the Adams website or even on AutoGeek or detailed image as those sites have a ton of packages available and could probably make up a package for you if you emailed or call them asking for some assistance with what to get.

I like Meguiars 101 and 102 for compound and polish, then I have a few waxes/sealants from Meguiars, Detailers Pro, Duragloss, Surf City Garage and a few others. The ones I usually go to are Megs #26 wax and Duragloss 111. Good combo and seems to last a few months. Since we get a ton of pollen I like to use Finish Kare #425 spray detailer as it really helps keep pollen off my car.

Check out the detailing section on here. Tons of info, but I would not jump into compounds or polishes just yet. Stick to getting the wash down perfectly (as in avoid adding scratches and or swirls to the paint) and get some good wax and or sealant along with a clay bar kit.

Dreamcar16 · 03-09-2016, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by hrpiii

do you have swirls/scratches that need to be removed (paint correction)? Then you will need a polisher to address that. you will not be able to remove those by hand.

See, you are just opening up for a lot of questions, based on your needs.

It's best to start with the essentials, and work your way to the "nice to have" stuff.

my fault, wasnt specific enough. only scratches i got are light ones. the one you only see under sunlight. other than that, im just looking for tools and methods for a proper wash. it is a dd and i like to wash once per week.

@justjoshin and xc_SS/RS they do sound like a alot of work but thats fine because a lot of work results in a detailed clean. will check out the websites and options available. thanks for the feedback guys

Tones · 03-09-2016, 09:34 AM

One more midterm to go...

rebelyell22 · 03-09-2016, 09:34 AM

I did this polishing by hand. Look at the recommended product list in the detail section

03-08-2016, 04:59 PM	#12867
xc_SS/RS Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: somewhere in MD Posts: 4,883	Wonder if Blackstone would be able to tell if my cam was going bad because of this lifter tap. Giving it a shot but I did drain out about 3/4 of a quart and it's noticeably quieter. Confused? Yes. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS Z/28 intake, NW, FAST 102, speed engineering LT's, some exhaust, ATI -10% pulley, GM flex fuel injectors, DSX flex fuel sensor, MGW shifter, HP Tuners, some suspension work, stickers and a little weight loss. 12.63 @113.53

03-08-2016, 07:40 PM	#12868
racergirl Drives: 2014 Red Hot 2SS/RS A6 Camaro Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Metairie, LA Posts: 5,376	I'm feeling better about everything. Thanks for all the encouragement. Y'all are the best __________________ Current Camaro: 2014 2SS Performance Mods: BBK Headers, Borla S type axle back, tune, TSP Stage 1 cam, Vararam Intake, DR's 11.77 @ 119.21 Former Camaro: 2013 2LS BONE STOCK: 13.953@100.77 With Bolt-Ons: 13.646@101.60 With 75 shot and Bolt-Ons: 12.587@111.25 Performance Mods: CAI Intake, MRT V2, SLP Underdrive Pulley, DRs, Skinnies, Rear seat delete

03-09-2016, 08:27 AM	#12875
justjoshin Drives: 2010 SW 1SS L99 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,085 View My Garage	meguiars clay, DA compound, polish, and wax! Lot of work but worth it in the end! __________________

03-09-2016, 09:34 AM	#12880
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	I did this polishing by hand. Look at the recommended product list in the detail section Attached Images __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

03-08-2016, 07:53 PM	#12869
Dreamcar16 Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS M6 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: atlantis Posts: 429	anyone ever used chemical guys or any other similar cleaning brand? been very OCD with my cleanliness. plus does polishing/waxing remove those faint scratches?

03-09-2016, 06:56 AM	#12873
hrpiii AKA "Beefcake" Drives: 2023 ZL1 Sharkskin Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Indy Posts: 8,568	Adams and Menzerna are top on my list for products I use and satisfied with

03-09-2016, 08:13 AM	#12874
Dreamcar16 Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS M6 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: atlantis Posts: 429	ok will give adams a try out. do you guys recommend any kits/individual items together? looking for a good clean and polish/waxing

03-09-2016, 09:34 AM	#12879
Tones COYG Drives: 2010 RS Bumblebee Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: East Haddam, CT Posts: 61	One more midterm to go...