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      12-22-2008, 03:04 PM   #1
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What do I use?? Racking my Head

I think I have come up with a list to buy however I don't know why I am stressing myself out over it. Maybe it's because I want the best... We own the best cars and should use the best products however is there really a difference???

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Clay,
Then P21 Paint work cleanser, Or Griots Polish
Then Jet Seal 109,
Then P21S Was Or Zymol Detail wax

There are so many products and so many options. Any Advise?
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      12-23-2008, 08:19 PM   #2
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I also have this problem. I would just go to a detail thread by Eclipse Motoring (Xcellere) and buy the stuff that he uses. He has a list of products at the top of his detailing pages.
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I also have this problem. I would just go to a detail thread by Eclipse Motoring (Xcellere) and buy the stuff that he uses. He has a list of products at the top of his detailing pages.

p21s is by far the best hand applied wax. I don't get involved with the zaino's of the world. unlike the zaino types it only requires one coat and doesn't trap anything underneath it. yeah p21s only lasts about 6 weeks but i can wax my car in about 45 minutes since p21s doesn't stain anything black and goes on and off easy. most important thing about p21s is only do about a 2ft by 2ft section at a time and don't allow it to haze over. if you are using p21s use these applicators.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/10629.do
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So I bite the bullet and spent $500.00 on products.

Chemical Guys Clay bar and Quick shine
Jet Seal 109
Lexol leather Cleaner
Lexol Leather Conditioner
Menzerna Clear coat polish
P21 Carnauba wax
Porter cable orbital buffer

That should get me started.
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