#1
As far as wax goes I use 2 different kinds:
For older lacquer based paint I use: No.20 - This product is designed to be used on old type paint has a nice luster, breathable, and real good UV protection rating. Can be used on late model paint as well. This product can be bought at your local body shop supply store.
For newer paint and vehicles that spend a lot of time out it the sun: Collinites no. 925 boat wax. Yes it is a little harder to get off, but has nice luster, very durable, excellent UV rating. This product also allows the paint to breath. This can be bought a your local boat supply store IE Boat US West Marine, etc.
Note: These are waxes,not cleaners.
I have used both for years on 1957 / 1972 / factory paints as well as late model. And yes on black.
#2
Chrome/aluminum: Mothers polish & Eagle One Nevr-dull
#3
Clean wheels with soap and water only
Wesley's for spot clean bad areas
Never use tire dressing, it ruins the rubber after UV exposure.
Plus the wet tire look is for kids and people with 20"s
#4
I use no product on mat or flat trim except soap and water. They all scare me and I have seen too many of them ruin the trim over the years. Plus they are prone to collecting dust and finger prints.
#5
I had a case on a early 90's car that Gunk engine cleaner took the factory paint off the strut towers.
I use simple green or pre-cleano
#6
I have found 3M hard shell dries the best. All other brands I have used never really dry hard to the touch. So you get "goop" on your hands a month later when you touch it. The down fall to 3M is it dries black with a brown undertone to it. I do not like the color. I would much rather see a true deep black.
#7
Pre-cleano is without a doubt the most effective and safest for the finish.
#8
I use nothing, but hard work when waxing. Any of those gimmick polishes for shows and such are short lived. Usually contain silicone (big no no for paint) don't last but a few days if that, and attract & hold dust.
#9
SprayWay glass cleaner.
The trick to clean glass is not so much in the cleaner as it is the rag.
Be very careful with the clay bar. If not used correctly it will scratch the paint. The trick is to keep the surface very wet and slick with soap and water. Clean the clay very often. When I do one of mine I usually clean the clay approximately 40-50 times. Keep the clay soft, constantly knead in your hands. Be aware you may pic dirt out of the paint with it, once stuck in the clay it can cause very bad scratches.
Bobby
