The Official "Ask a Detailer Thread"!

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 12:35 PM

There are a few knowledgeable detailers on the forum so ask away!

I'll try to answer as many as I can. Please read through previous post so that the same questions aren't asked more than once.

Rasky

datazndrummerboy · 03-17-2008, 12:47 PM

ill be first!

i was wondering what you would do to the seat and arm rests. because of excessive use, my armrests have started to become 'flat" and harder. i was wondering if theres some kind of cleaner/conditioner to use.

WWRD

"What Would Rasky Do?"

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by datazndrummerboy

ill be first!

i was wondering what you would do to the seat and arm rests. because of excessive use, my armrests have started to become 'flat" and harder. i was wondering if theres some kind of cleaner/conditioner to use.

WWRD

"What Would Rasky Do?"

LOL @ WWRD!

Well since my Si had leather I haven't been able to play around with the cloth materials on the Si yet. You could try a cleaner and maybe rubbing over it with an upholstery brush but honestly I don't think there is anything that can make it like new again. It's simply worn, not dirty.

datazndrummerboy · 03-17-2008, 12:59 PM

aww boo...

i guess i'll go look around for some kind of cleaner then.

Duce2k · 03-17-2008, 01:08 PM

Is it ok to polish my stock Si wheels, when I clean them they look pretty good but it seems that they have lost a little bit of their shine, I have 12.5k on the clock, and if I can polish them what do you recommend.

***luv2sipkoolaid*** · 03-17-2008, 01:12 PM

i dont know much about polishes....so..is there a good brand? that i cant go wrong with?..i have a few minor scratches on my car as well..how do i go about removing them?

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Duce2k

Is it ok to polish my stock Si wheels, when I clean them they look pretty good but it seems that they have lost a little bit of their shine, I have 12.5k on the clock, and if I can polish them what do you recommend.

I would say a cleaner wax like ColorX should be good. You may want to clay them first though. Make sure they are cool to the touch first.

They don't have any scratches do they?

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by luv2sipkoolaid

i dont know much about polishes....so..is there a good brand? that i cant go wrong with?..i have a few minor scratches on my car as well..how do i go about removing them?

There are a LOT of good products on the market. Just about everyone will give you a different answer when you ask them what's best. Meguiars is by far the leader in the market and that is what I recommend to eveyone.

For scratches I would use ScratchX. Here is a good link on how to use it.

The Definitive ScratchX Thread Collection - Car Care Forums: Meguiar's Online

***luv2sipkoolaid*** · 03-17-2008, 01:23 PM

Thanks Rasky....oh and how often do you recommend waxing?...i use meguires gold liquid wax...?

perfect-clone · 03-17-2008, 01:26 PM

What do you think about nu finish car polish. Just in case I dont get Meguiar's ( I cant always find that brand of polish?

Duce2k · 03-17-2008, 01:27 PM

No scratches so the clear is in excellent shape, they still look brand new. I'll try the ColorX, thanks

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by luv2sipkoolaid

Thanks Rasky....oh and how often do you recommend waxing?...i use meguires gold liquid wax...?

LOL, Well I wax every other time I wash but I'm OCD. :)

It will depend on the elements your car is subject too. I'd say once every other month but I personally would not go that long. If you park outside and live in a sunny state or the Snow Belt I do it more often. Cars simply look better with a coat of wax after washing, even if you just waxed it a week prior. At the very least I use a detail spray after I wash.

Hope this helps....you should try the new NXT 2.0

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by perfect-clone

What do you think about nu finish car polish. Just in case I dont get Meguiar's ( I cant always find that brand of polish?

I used it a long time ago but it was on a lighter colored car. I guess I can't say anything bad about it. It went on and off easy and felt smooth. Are you looking to buy it because it says it lasts a long time on the bottle or just becasue someone else recommended it?

***blue rocket*** · 03-17-2008, 03:31 PM

ever heard of Heller Glanz Carnuba Cream for boats / etc. I'd like to put the hardest, strongest protection on my TL-S's front bumper to protect against tiny rock chips...

i have Mothers carnuba at home, don't know if it will give it strong enough protection...

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by blue rocket

ever heard of Heller Glanz Carnuba Cream for boats / etc. I'd like to put the hardest, strongest protection on my TL-S's front bumper to protect against tiny rock chips...

i have Mothers carnuba at home, don't know if it will give it strong enough protection...

I've heard of it but never used it before. No wax is going to help from rock chipping though. Clear Bra FTW when it comes to chips.

I Vtec, do you? · 03-17-2008, 04:04 PM

Ohh well I've got one. Prolly gonna need a picture, but I'll try this first.

Few months ago I noticed a quite large bug that had hit against my hood and splattered on it. Right when I saw it, I cleaned it right away. After that, I noticed an orange spot on my paint that will NOT come off. Tried claying, waxing, cleaning, nothing. It's not like it's on the paint, it looks like it's in the paint. Almost as if it was ink or something. Ever hear of anything like that?

***RaskyR1*** · 03-17-2008, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by I Vtec, do you?

Ohh well I've got one. Prolly gonna need a picture, but I'll try this first.

Few months ago I noticed a quite large bug that had hit against my hood and splattered on it. Right when I saw it, I cleaned it right away. After that, I noticed an orange spot on my paint that will NOT come off. Tried claying, waxing, cleaning, nothing. It's not like it's on the paint, it looks like it's in the paint. Almost as if it was ink or something. Ever hear of anything like that?

Well I know some bug guts can eat right thru the paint if not taken off right away (love bugs). Any idea how long it was on there? I can take a look at it in June if you like.

Wonder what he ate for lunch?

I Vtec, do you? · 03-17-2008, 04:28 PM

Haha.. I have no idea how long it was on there. Probably a few days

Damn bugs!

***NitrousG35*** · 03-17-2008, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by I Vtec, do you?

Ohh well I've got one. Prolly gonna need a picture, but I'll try this first.

Few months ago I noticed a quite large bug that had hit against my hood and splattered on it. Right when I saw it, I cleaned it right away. After that, I noticed an orange spot on my paint that will NOT come off. Tried claying, waxing, cleaning, nothing. It's not like it's on the paint, it looks like it's in the paint. Almost as if it was ink or something. Ever hear of anything like that?

The bug probably drank some orange Kool-Aid or was playing paintball with orange balls before he went to the great bug swamp in the sky.

All kidding aside, that discoloration indicates that an enzyme in the bug possibly ate through the clear coat, causing the discoloration.

I am going to leave this to Rasky, but I am wondering what would happen if you put a little bleach or Hydrogen Peroxide on a Q-tip and gently swabbed the area?

truflip · 03-17-2008, 05:34 PM

What do you think of the UDM?
My budget allows for something in the price range of the UDM/PC only.

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*blue rocket* The Sticker Man Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CT Posts: 2,960 GrafiXpressions.com iTrader: 92 / 100%	ever heard of Heller Glanz Carnuba Cream for boats / etc. I'd like to put the hardest, strongest protection on my TL-S's front bumper to protect against tiny rock chips... i have Mothers carnuba at home, don't know if it will give it strong enough protection... __________________ * Steering Wheel Emblems, Console Emblems, Replacement Decals & More!!! *

03-17-2008, 12:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
datazndrummerboy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Say Town. Posts: 328 Aaron iTrader: 3 / 100%	ill be first! i was wondering what you would do to the seat and arm rests. because of excessive use, my armrests have started to become 'flat" and harder. i was wondering if theres some kind of cleaner/conditioner to use. WWRD "What Would Rasky Do?"

03-17-2008, 12:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
datazndrummerboy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Say Town. Posts: 328 Aaron iTrader: 3 / 100%	aww boo... i guess i'll go look around for some kind of cleaner then.

03-17-2008, 01:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
Duce2k Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,852 iTrader: 2 / 100%	Is it ok to polish my stock Si wheels, when I clean them they look pretty good but it seems that they have lost a little bit of their shine, I have 12.5k on the clock, and if I can polish them what do you recommend.

03-17-2008, 01:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
perfect-clone Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Age: 25 Posts: 342 iTrader: 1 / 100%	What do you think about nu finish car polish. Just in case I dont get Meguiar's ( I cant always find that brand of polish?

03-17-2008, 01:27 PM	#11 (permalink)
Duce2k Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,852 iTrader: 2 / 100%	No scratches so the clear is in excellent shape, they still look brand new. I'll try the ColorX, thanks

03-17-2008, 04:04 PM	#16 (permalink)
I Vtec, do you? Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: mn Posts: 7,631 iTrader: 7 / 100%	Ohh well I've got one. Prolly gonna need a picture, but I'll try this first. Few months ago I noticed a quite large bug that had hit against my hood and splattered on it. Right when I saw it, I cleaned it right away. After that, I noticed an orange spot on my paint that will NOT come off. Tried claying, waxing, cleaning, nothing. It's not like it's on the paint, it looks like it's in the paint. Almost as if it was ink or something. Ever hear of anything like that?

03-17-2008, 04:28 PM	#18 (permalink)
I Vtec, do you? Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: mn Posts: 7,631 iTrader: 7 / 100%	Haha.. I have no idea how long it was on there. Probably a few days Damn bugs!

03-17-2008, 05:34 PM	#20 (permalink)
truflip Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ottawa, ON Age: 22 Posts: 7,617 iTrader: 11 / 100%	What do you think of the UDM? My budget allows for something in the price range of the UDM/PC only.