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Posted by: cclngthr Feb 24 2005, 05:19 PM

Here's mine

WASH

Paint/windows:
Soft cloth, preferably microfiber version x2
5 gallon bucket
Car wash of choice (I have used several)
Lots of water at a pressure that will remove dirt without scrubbing

I tend to wash the car 2-3 times because doing it once is not good enough.

For the tires:
Soft, but still firm bristle brush (made for wheels/tires), regular rag for general cleaning.
Wheel/tire cleaner can be used for heavy grime, but usually isn't necessary.

Exterior polishing:

PC orbital polisher with a buttload of different pads if necessary but hand polishing is usually recommended.
Wax of choice; I use a Dupont polish that has carnuba wax with teflon. This stuff lasts a long time plus it resists dirt.
microfiber towels of various sizes
For serious scratches, the polisher can remove those, but sometimes more evasive work is needed, which a pro should be consulted.
Touchup paint if necessary.


Interior will come later.