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I was just wondering what some of you guys use on your cars ? I use alot of different things myself, but I'm always looking for something new. I did really like the Liquid Glass I used for a while. Is using spary wax 2xmon to much ? Has anyone elase heard of mixing sopmething call bon ami in with the cleaner wax ? and a leather cleaner ? I try to do my seats every other week! they look like new:) i was just wondering ? Its almost spring everything needs cleaning !

thanx for all yer input,

michael s

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Im a big fan of Meguiar's, check out their site:

http://www.meguiars.com/

I plan to look into ZAINO also

http://www.zainostore.com/

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Be careful. Bon ami is a cleanser, like comet. I've heard of people using this like a polishing compound. I'd not fool with it, because it could scratch your paint big time! :( If you need some heavy duty cleaning action, a simple polishing compound is inexpensive, anyway. I've noticed that a good carwash liquid has a polish already in it. So, after a good hand rubbing, regular washing with a good carwash liquid will keep your paint looking good.

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GM used to re-package Bon-Ami under their name... I WISH I could find Bon-Ami for windows.... its the best to get built up crap off the windshield so that water sheets.. If anyone has access to the Bon-Ami for windows, I will pay you through PayPal...

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GM used to re-package Bon-Ami under their name... I WISH I could find Bon-Ami for windows.... its the best to get built up crap off the windshield so that water sheets.. If anyone has access to the Bon-Ami for windows, I will pay you through PayPal...

I agree with you (again), Mike. Bon Ami is a great cleaning product.

The last time I saw the "safe for glass" Bon Ami was in a grocery store in Canada. Since Bon Ami is originally a product of the JT Robertson Company of Manchester, Connecticut, we can only speculate why it is not available in our local (USA) grocery stores.

I travel to southern Ontario several times a year and I will conduct a thorough grocery store search the next time I go north. How many truck loads do you want? :lol:

Maybe our Canadian members will add some comments.

Jim

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mike,

i'm always learning something from you ! yes, i had heard it could be harmful to the paint if to much use. i'm obessed with keeping the car in great shape. i spray under the hood with tire foam and the fender wells and it all looks like new.

michael :)

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GM used to re-package Bon-Ami under their name... I WISH I could find Bon-Ami for windows.... its the best to get built up crap off the windshield so that water sheets.. If anyone has access to the Bon-Ami for windows, I will pay you through PayPal...

Another good way to get stuff off winows is with a razor blade and a small amount of baby shampoo mixed with water. I learned this when tinting winows.

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The nearest product to bonami I have found is Bar Keepers Friend.

If you really want to find out how to take care of your cars paint and what products are available and what is best for you, go to www.autopia.org

Learn the lingo, use the search & read a lot.

Believe me the info is there and my cars show it.

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GM used to re-package Bon-Ami under their name... I WISH I could find Bon-Ami for windows.... its the best to get built up crap off the windshield so that water sheets.. If anyone has access to the Bon-Ami for windows, I will pay you through PayPal...

I agree with you (again), Mike. Bon Ami is a great cleaning product.

The last time I saw the "safe for glass" Bon Ami was in a grocery store in Canada. Since Bon Ami is originally a product of the JT Robertson Company of Manchester, Connecticut, we can only speculate why it is not available in our local (USA) grocery stores.

I travel to southern Ontario several times a year and I will conduct a thorough grocery store search the next time I go north. How many truck loads do you want? :lol:

Maybe our Canadian members will add some comments.

Jim grab me a couple of cans, I would appreciate it greatly and of course reimburse you. Every time I see Bon Ami, I states NOT for windows :( , very odd as you say...that stuff is da bomb (to use a current day descriptive :lol: ) Thanks

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Cool Site Thanks!

Any good Carnauba wax............and here is why: http://www.autogeek.net/qude101.html

I personally use all 3M products (compounds, swirl remover, waxes, etc) when detailing cars (do it on the side in my garage, but as a teen/young adult worked for a GM dealer body shop)

Cool Site Thanks

you can order bon ami here online here cheap for those who were looking:

http://www.ecoviva.com/html/bon_ami.html

But I think that you can't use the gold can on glass, it states it on the can. I have this Bon Ami its like a cleanser with a mild abrasive, I have to look on my can again.

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If you really want to make people safe drivers again then simply remove all the safety features from cars. No more seat belts, ABS brakes, traction control, air bags or stability control. No more anything. You'll see how quickly people will slow down and once again learn to drive like "normal" humans.

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Has anyone tried that Mothers Power Ball thingy for polishing your wheels that goes on your drill? I was gonna buy one till I saw the price ($18.99 at Walmart). I was wondering how long it would last...for $20.00, it better last.

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Has anyone tried that Mothers Power Ball thingy for polishing your wheels that goes on your drill? I was gonna buy one till I saw the price ($18.99 at Walmart). I was wondering how long it would last...for $20.00, it better last.

I bought one last year, I find it's a little big for the Eldo & Deville wheels - not as flexible as I thought it might be. I hear they market a smaller one now, it might be more advantageous. You do need a good portable (15v+) or an electric drill with variable speed on it - my little 6v drill that I first tried it on didn't do much.

As far as waxes and polishes go, don't forget that you need a good prep for any wax to look good - otherwise you're just protecting the crap that's already on the car...

Here's my cut at it:

1) good wash with automotive wash, not Dawn, to remove surface dirt.

2) good claybar (detailers clay, not Play-Do..) to remove embedded contaminants

3) wash again

4) The base on all my cars for the last half dozen years has been Klasse All-in-One. It is a miracle product, AFAIC. Good polish, wipe on/wipe off, cleans the paint and leaves a very good protective coat.

5) After the AIO, I go to Klasse High-Gloss Sealant Glaze, AKA "SG"

6) SG can be layered, reapplying each coat about 12-24 hours after the previous one. A VERY VERY VERY thin coat is best - about the thickness of a shadow.. :) Wipe On, Wipe off. DO NOT LET IT HARDEN! After three or four coats, most any car will gleam!

7) After the SG, I've used as toppers, all with good success, P21S Carnuba wax, Collinite Insulator Wax or Collinite 925, same product/different bottles (as a winter wax cause it's hard as a rock), and I just tried the Turtle Wax Platinum Ultra Gloss Liquid Wax on the Deville - it ain't too bad for eight bucks over the counter.

The key is preparation.

I've been testing various waxes and stuff for a while now. Everybody has their favorite boutique product, it seems. I think a lot depends on the color and condition of you car. On my black ones, all the above give me very good shine, reflectivity, and depth.

I even AIO/SG my wheels, and they are a breeze to keep clean.

I even AIO my glass - bird stuff, bugs, dirt, dust and grime just wipe off.

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WOW Jim, Your routine sounds a bit like painting the Golden Gate bridge, by the time your finished, it's time to start again. :lol:

darn near, it seems at times. :lol:

Actually, it's not that bad. It seems that washing or waxing the car(s) is the only real exercise I get (besides jumping to conclusions :lol:)

Takes about 4-5 hours for a complete job. Then three hours to put everything away...

As I think I've said before, the gals only get a complete go-over twice a year. In between, it's a wash maybe twice a month, a wax touch up and a sealant. I QD them about every other day, depending on the weather, the avian bombardment and the general state of affairs.

We have a touchless car wash nearby that I use in a pinch.

With the black, they show dirt and crap so easily..that's the only drawback to my two gals..I miss my moonstone metallic Deville in that regard. But when they shine, they SHINE!!!!

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I have heard of people using clay bars on windows to remove built up grime.

Think Bon Ami 1886 Orginal Cleaning Powder, its the best for mirrors and glass

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