What instant detailer are you using?
#21
07-09-2018, 03:26 PM
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#22
07-09-2018, 03:40 PM
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#23
07-09-2018, 04:14 PM
I second this one. Works fantastic!! The wife also got me a quick detailer called 'The Bom' to use 1st. My 09 ultra classic hasnt even seen any water since Ive owned her.
#25
07-09-2018, 05:45 PM
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I've used a bunch of 'em over the last 20 or so years. They're all pretty much the same. Even the "Miracle Detailers" sold at car shows and race venues sold by lovely young women who are hard to say no to.
I usually buy Mothers California Gold. Mostly because the local stores keep it on the shelf and it has been the most consistent in quality. I've had the haze issues with Meguiars too.
If the cars or bikes are really dirty, they'll get washed first. But is it's just a light coat of dust, I'll use one of those dust brushes (very lightly) and follow that up with the detailer. (again, very light touch)
The drag race car was a consistent car show winner when it was fairly fresh, and is still show worthy now nearly 20 years after it was painted. The truck is black and is nearly a full time job to keep clean, and the Deluxe has custom paint.
So, just use what you like. Not much defference
I usually buy Mothers California Gold. Mostly because the local stores keep it on the shelf and it has been the most consistent in quality. I've had the haze issues with Meguiars too.
If the cars or bikes are really dirty, they'll get washed first. But is it's just a light coat of dust, I'll use one of those dust brushes (very lightly) and follow that up with the detailer. (again, very light touch)
The drag race car was a consistent car show winner when it was fairly fresh, and is still show worthy now nearly 20 years after it was painted. The truck is black and is nearly a full time job to keep clean, and the Deluxe has custom paint.
So, just use what you like. Not much defference
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#26
07-09-2018, 06:05 PM
A full dresser is a big bike with a lot of nooks and crannies. When i'm in the bike cleaning mood, in the drive way with a garden hose and a soft bristle hand brush i'll hit the entire bike in a few minutes, pull it in the garage, up on the jack stand, shammy everything semi dry, then micro fiber every nook and cranny. Looks brand new with no chemicals.
#27
07-09-2018, 06:13 PM
#28
07-09-2018, 06:17 PM
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For years I did the multiple polish on the different surfaces, ended up with quite a collection of spray bottles.
A full dresser is a big bike with a lot of nooks and crannies. When i'm in the bike cleaning mood, in the drive way with a garden hose and a soft bristle hand brush i'll hit the entire bike in a few minutes, pull it in the garage, up on the jack stand, shammy everything semi dry, then micro fiber every nook and cranny. Looks brand new with no chemicals.
A full dresser is a big bike with a lot of nooks and crannies. When i'm in the bike cleaning mood, in the drive way with a garden hose and a soft bristle hand brush i'll hit the entire bike in a few minutes, pull it in the garage, up on the jack stand, shammy everything semi dry, then micro fiber every nook and cranny. Looks brand new with no chemicals.
Your bike use what you want. Electric leaf blower works better, doesn't touch the paint, and are not expensive.
It was mentioned previously that most QDs are the same. I would agree with that if just dealing with over the counter stuff. The great thing about waterless and rinseless concentrates is the multiple uses it has. These top shelf products contain polymers that lift dust, dirt off the paint that then can be picked up with a proper MF.
There was a thread a month or so back that started about F11. I won't get into my thoughts on the product here however, there was a lot of good info in there about proper cleaning steps, compounds, polishes, MF towels, LSPs.
My only encounter with this product was a disaster!! My bike at the time was coated with 22PLE. Coatings are designed to repel everything. I drove to a friends house and hit the love bugs. He had it sitting there and i sprayed it on the fairing. A nasty mess it turned into, had house a normal 2 bucket wash to get it off. Never again
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#29
07-09-2018, 06:42 PM
My only encounter with this product was a disaster!! My bike at the time was coated with 22PLE. Coatings are designed to repel everything. I drove to a friends house and hit the love bugs. He had it sitting there and i sprayed it on the fairing. A nasty mess it turned into, had house a normal 2 bucket wash to get it off. Never again
#30
07-09-2018, 07:26 PM
Stellar HDF Member
Living in GA, Im sure you know about pollen. Its a dam disaster here in FL. Wax is a dust magnet, pollen dust and everything else sticks to wax. Wax doesn't last. I steer my customers away from wax unless its a garage queen. a quality sealant is a much better option. $30-$40 for a bottle that will last longer, not be a magnet for dirt, dust and pollen and easier to apply and remove. 16oz bottle will last a DIY guy for years taking care of 2 cars and a bike. Lost of choices out there for protection. I have high dollar waxes that don't see much action. Your bike your choice. Just trying to provide some options