[RC02GT]

Is dishwasher detergent safe on cars or bad for them, I have heard a rumor before that it eats the clearcoat away but is it true? Im not trying to wash my car with it but im gonna put on some stripes and its the best stuff to use to handle the decal, but not if its going to eat the clearcoat

[00silvergt]

Dish detergent strips your wax off. As far as I know thats the only harm.

[40thmustanggt]

not true and you want all the wax off your car before you apply the vinyl use lemon joy and go buy some wax and grease remover and wipe it down good where the stripes will be.

[RC02GT]

yea well i just wash her now havnt waxed it in over a year (i cant stand the white spots that pop up sometimes when your done) im gonna wash it real good before i do it, hopefully this will turn out good.

[HMUSN]

it's time for a clay bar my friend

[RC02GT]

a what

[HMUSN]

Z-18 ClayBar: Zaino Store

[hardhitter]

I just put a mach 1 chin spoiler on my car and so I taped it on using post office stickers for fun. Now there is papery sticker residue all over the bumper. What's a good way to get it off?

[lonestarrider]

[quote=RC02GT;1064842](i cant stand the white spots that pop up sometimes when your done)

are you washing your car in the sun??

[HMUSN]

Originally Posted by hardhitter I just put a mach 1 chin spoiler on my car and so I taped it on using post office stickers for fun. Now there is papery sticker residue all over the bumper. What's a good way to get it off?

Goo Gone - product

[hardhitter]

Originally Posted by HMUSN Goo Gone - product

I have the regular goo gone but not the automotive one. Is it safe on paint?

[HMUSN]

yea it's fine

[RC02GT]

Im talking about white spots that show after you wax, but i think there's stuff out that doesnt do that anymore right?

[SteviGX]

Originally Posted by RC02GT Im talking about white spots that show after you wax, but i think there's stuff out that doesnt do that anymore right?

Never had that problem...

[00redgt]

Originally Posted by RC02GT Im talking about white spots that show after you wax, but i think there's stuff out that doesnt do that anymore right?

the last meguairs i used did that,but i think the wax was kinda dried up,or you maynot be removing the wax to good afteer it hazes up

[40thmustanggt]

Originally Posted by hardhitter I just put a mach 1 chin spoiler on my car and so I taped it on using post office stickers for fun. Now there is papery sticker residue all over the bumper. What's a good way to get it off?

wax and grease remover works faster then goo gone you can pick it up at autozone or advance auto

[RC02GT]

well i put the stripes on, hope the detergent doesnt eat the clearcoat. came out pretty good, 8" black stripes with 1/4" pinstripes on the sides, hopefully it doesnt bubble overnight

[RanGer498]

Mothers California Gold Clay Bar Paint Saving System

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If you strive for a mirror finish, you’ll love Mothers™ Clay Bar Paint Saving System.

Don’t be intimidated by the word Clay. Mothers™ Clay Bar is a synthetic clay, developed to deliver an intense clean, not attainable by simply washing.

You might be wondering why you should consider using a clay bar. To determine if you need a clay bar, first, rub your hand along the freshly washed painted surface of your car. Feel any gritty residue? If the surface is not perfectly smooth; you need Mothers™ Clay Bar. Remember, no matter how often you wash your car; the paint is only as clean as the soap is powerful. And no soap alone can do what Mothers™ Clay Bar Paint Saving System does. The cleaner the painted surface, the more effective your waxing efforts will be. Minute particles and dirt fragments will obscure even the most expertly applied wax. Your car will have a deep, wet shine, free of all contaminants, when you wax over a surface prepared used the clay bar and Showtime Instant Detailer.

Imagine, even if you are extremely cautious when waxing your car, trace amounts of dirt residue leftover from washing, can get caught in your wax, causing the particles to become embedded within the wax finish. It is these small contaminants that Mothers™ Clay Bar was developed to remove. This is a medium grade clay causes a gentle shearing action that removes stubborn contamination from the paint surface and leaves the finish feeling unbelievably smooth.

The exclusive Paint Saving System will remove tree sap, airborne deposits, grains of metal, and paint over spray.

Mothers™ California Gold Clay Bar Paint Saving System contains:

2.82 oz. Mothers™ Clay Bar
This synthetic clay bar is a moldable compound that grabs tiny contaminants as you drag it across the paint surface. It is nonabrasive, contains no chemicals, and will not alter the paint in any way. Even though it sounds tough, and it is, Mothers™ Clay Bar is completely paint-friendly. You can use it with confidence no matter what your level of detailing experience.

16 oz. Mothers™ Showtime Instant Detailer
Used a slick clay lubricant, Mothers™ Showtime Instant Detailer provides a thin, slippery barrier between the clay and the paint to prevent scratching. Though the clay itself poses no risk to your paint, the contaminants that have become caught in the clay could scratch the paint without proper lubrication. You can also use Showtime to give clean up any clay residue and as a quick detailer.

4 oz. Mothers™ Carnauba Cleaner Wax
Polish and protect your paint in one easy step! Mothers™ Cleaner Wax has gentle cleaners to remove light oxidation and fine swirls as it gives your paint a layer of carnauba protection. Larger sizes sold separately.

Mothers™ Clay Bar Paint Saving System is quite easy to use. The yellow clay has a soft yet firm texture that will not crumble as you use and re-form it. The first step to a glass-like finish is to thoroughly wash and dry your car. Once you are satisfied with the clean, rub your hand across the paint’s surface. Does it feel pretty smooth? Sure it does... Now start working with the clay! Work small sections at a time...spraying first with Showtime and placing Mothers™ Clay Bar on the dampened area, gently moving the bar across the surface in a back and forth and up and down motion. Don’t use a circular or swirling method when applying the clay. You may notice a gritty resistance and sound. This is normal and will dissipate as the surface is cleaned. Once the clay moves without any resistance the surface is clean. Now feel the paint surface, you’ll be awed by how much smoother it has become! Move on to the next section, always remembering to slightly overlap the previously clayed area. You will begin to see a reddish brown deposit residue forming on the clay bar. This is the grime being trapped within the clay and away from the paint surface. As the clay bar becomes soiled, fold it over itself and reform the sections to reveal unsoiled clay.

Don’t forget to always keep the surface wet with Showtime while using the clay bar. Follow the clay treatments with polish and wax. Showtime can be used between washes as an instant detailer.

Used as directed, Mothers™ California Gold Clay Bar Paint Saving System will uncover a new depth of shine, with enhanced clarity.

Kit contains:
2.82 oz. Mothers™ California Gold Clay Bar
16 oz. Mothers™ Showtime Instant Detailer
4 oz. Carnauba Cleaner Wax

[RanGer498]

16 OZ. Goo Gone with Pump

[RanGer498]

BASIC ZAINO APPLICATION TIPS

THREE SIMPLE STEPS to obtain a true Zaino show car finish
Step 1—STRIP THE OLD WAX

• <LI class=body-font>Wash the car, going top to bottom, with Dawn Ultra® liquid detergent. <LI class=body-font>Thoroughly rinse the car with a pressurized hose and spray nozzle. Make sure all detergent soap is gone. Leave Dawn in the kitchen since you'll never use it again on your car.
• Dry completely using only clean, soft, absorbent towels.

Step 2—REMOVE CONTAMINANTS AND PREPARE THE SURFACE

• <LI class=body-font>Feel all paint surfaces. They should be glassy smooth. Contaminated rough areas are quickly minimized using Zaino Z-18 Claybar™ and a soap and water lubricant. Re-wash and dry the treated areas. <LI class=body-font>Look for hazy paint, swirl marks or fine scratches. Imperfections are reduced using Zaino's Z-PC Fusion™ paint cleaner and swirl remover.
• Add a light coat of Z-AIO™ to all paint as the foundation and bonding agent. Remove with clean, soft towels.

Step 3—APPLY AND REMOVE ZAINO POLISH*CHOOSE THE RIGHT ZAINO POLISH FOR YOUR VEHICLE'S PAINT
Z-2 PRO™ Show Car Polish is for paint with a clear coat finish—virtually all modern cars.
Z-3™ Show Car Polish is for paint without a clear coat—vintage cars, special aftermarket paint, etc.
Z-5 PRO™ Show Car Polish is just like Z-2, but helps hide swirls and micro scratches in dark color paint.

• <LI class=body-font>Spray a little Z-6 Gloss Enhancer™ on your Zaino Polish Applicator. Apply Zaino polish to the paint. Use up/down motions on vertical surfaces, and front/rear (front to back of car) motions on horizontal. <LI class=body-font>Allow the polish to dry and chemically bond on the entire car for at least fifteen minutes. To test for dry, wipe an area with a finger. Dry polish is slightly powdery and comes off with one stroke, revealing clear dry paint underneath. Low temperature or high humidity can increase drying time up to two to three hours. Remove the dried polish using high quality towels.
• When all polish is removed, spray a light coat of Z-6 Gloss Enhancer. Immediately buff dry.

*Important: Shake all products well before using. Use VERY sparingly—a little polish goes a long way. Keep applicator damp with Z-6 Gloss Enhancer.