 Detailing: Tips For A Better Detail
Posted by carsandtrucks on Wednesday, October 17 @ 11:33:52 PDT
Detailing a vehicle means different
things to different people. A wash and vacuum may be considered detailing, but for the
purpose of this article we are talking about wash wax and dressing of the entire
vehicle. Vehicle detailing can be very rewarding to the car owner. If you really like
your ride taking care of its appearence shows a sense of pride. Always start with a
vehicle that has not been sitting in the hot sun or just came in from off the highway.
You should always try to clean your vehicle in a shaded area. Start by washing from the
top down. Wash and rinse the vehicle by panels. wash the roof, rinse, wash the hood
rinse, etc. Use soap designed for washing cars. You are less likely to get water spots
with a product designed for washing cars and not dishes. When waxing the exterior, be
sure you wipe all of it off. Wax small areas at a time. For scratches use a compound. You
will find most scratches that are not through the base coat can be buffed out. When
cleaning the interior start with a thorough vacuum of seats
and carpet. Wipe down the
dash and consoles. A toothbrush, and small paint brush are great tools for cleaning
vents, and other hard to reach places. Use upholstrey dressings sparingly. Leather seats
should be treated with leather cleaner and protector products. Don't forget the wheels
and tires. Neglected wheels will take some time to clean and polish. A thorough
detailing job will take you 4-6 hours depending on the condition of your vehicle. This is
a good Do It Yourself service that will save you the$150.00-$300.00 the professional
shops charge. No special
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