Myth 1: Dishwashing detergent is safe to use as a car wash.
Myth 2: Washing and cleaning are the same.
Myth 3: If a car looks shiny, the cleaning process can be skipped.
Myth 4: Clay bars should only be used by professionals.
Myth 5: Waxing can remove swirl marks.
Myth 6: There is no difference between polishing and waxing.
Myth 7: Machine polishers damage the paint finish.
Myth 8: Diapers, t-shirts and flannel make good cleaning cloths.
Myth 9: Wax protection can be guaranteed to last up to one year.
Myth 10: Paste wax offers greater protection than liquid wax.
Myth 11: Lighting a hood on fire, without damaging the paint finish, proves the protective qualities of a car wax.
Myth 12: Once a car is waxed, regularly protecting the paint finish becomes unnecessary.

Reference: http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/wayof...ef=mpstoryview

 

Meh, doubt it will change anyones car care routine.

 

Myth 5: Waxing can remove swirl marks.
"Yes they can, but not remove, but hide"


Myth 7: Machine polishers damage the paint finish.
"This is a big true. Machien polishers, CAN and will damage paint finish. Mainly the highspeed models. Orbital or Porter Cable models are safe"

 

anyone have any suggestions on taking out water spots on a clear bra?

god damn sprinklers!!!

 

Myth 11: Lighting a hood on fire, without damaging the paint finish, proves the protective qualities of a car wax.

I lol'd.

 

Most of the time the sun usually bakes stains out of it. You can polish the clear bra, just stay away from the edges.

 

Wow, most of that list is retarded.

Dish soap will strip wax off clear coat in a heart beat. It will also dry out your side molding to make them more prone to becoming white.

If you use a diaper on your car your an idiot.

Polishing and waxing ARE different.

Clay bars dont have to be used by professionals. One of the easiest products to use.

And just because your car is shiney dosent mean that you should take a polisher straight to the paint. Many harmful debris can still be in the clear coat and cause swirl marks while polishing.

That list is BS

 

fail.....I dont think you read the OPs thread right...

 

fial.

reading comprehension>you.

 

I agree I fial myself...haha Well then good list.

 

can i use a clay bar on damaged paint from an egging? My car got egged and baked in the sun. Long story short i have get the hatch and rear quater panel painted so before it goes to the shop i'd be willing to try anything because as of now the only plans i have to fix the damage is to paint.. Any idea's? any help is greatly appreciated.

 

i guess i've failed previously because i used to wash with car soap, clay, then wash with dishsoap to remove all the crap leftover, then move on to wax.

 

Myth 13: A special order detailing product that costs $20 is better than a similar product that you can pickup at WalMart for $5.

I made that one up myself.

 

number 5 and 6 are the ones i like. It's annoying when people think a "wax" will cure anything and give lots of shine. If only if it was that easy.

 

#14: if you drop your microfiber cloth on the ground, just shake it off and keep cleaning. wrong lol

#15: All microfibers are the same , Walmart ones rock! Wrong

#16: Taking your car to DIY high pressure wash station isnt really washing your car well.

#17: Armor All products have to work well because they are everywhere. I used these products when i was a kid and didnt know, every Armor All product I ever used was terrible and was better off not even using!

#18: Leather needs to be treated weekly, even monthly. People are constantly hydrating and drying the leather over and over again and thats what kills it. Every couple of months is good.

#19: The "new car smell" christmas tree is fooling anyone, ur car is getting old.

 

I live in phoenix, AZ. Sometimes My car is in the sun for several hours when its 110F in the shade.
How often should i wax and treat my leather in these conditions?

 

Use a sun shade as much as possible to prevent direct sunlight, also tint would help.

 

"If you wax it, they will come"

 

 

I have full tint on all my windows(yes including the windshield, top to bottom) and a carport at home. My concern is the temperatures generated in the interior and that affect on the leather. Should it be treated more frequently? At first I was thinking yes, but than after reading some threads i'm not so sure. Also, when the car is in the sun for a few hours and its 115F outside, obviously the surface temperature of the car is a bit hotter. How does wax hold up to this? In my mind i picture it melting off...is this possible?