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I've taken a liking to Mr Clean Magic Erasers for interior cleaning. They get into textured surfaces well, and leave no detergent residues, and do a nice job of taking all manner of stuff off.
As far as exterior, just soap and warer. My paint is too flaky to hit any harder than that.
I give it a good paste wax maybe once a year. Don't think the brand really matters much, I'm using Maguire's Gold Class at the moment. My secret weapon is Maguire's Quick Wax. Been using it for years. I use it after most every wash. Just spray it on and buff it off. Leaves a smooth wet-look surface so slick I can't throw a towel on it without it slipping off onto the floor. Restores the newly waxed shine and only takes about 20 minutes.
For interior I use 303 Protectant. Great UV protection which is of primary importance to me. Sun is the greatest threat to a vinyl interior.
Theres no magic wax, do it once, maybe 2x a yr.
Dont understand the types that insist on 10 coats of different products, having 4 buckets to wash it with.
Use just about anything op then get it dirty again.
Years ago a friend developed the best shining product for black cars Ive ever seen.
Well it was TOO good, flaws showed up that never did with "good" wax prior...look in the C7 section, almost feel bad for the guys with bad orange peel that show off their detailing afternoon it makes the peel stand out even more..just real shiny lol
I have Used Mothers California Gold Paste Wax on all my Vettes and cars for 30 years great product. And I use Gliptone Instant Detailer, have tried them all one of the best.
I'll give you guys a good chuckle with how we used to detail "back in the day" when I first got my '70 brand new. White letter tires got a Brillo pad and in later years I went to Wesley's Bleche-Wite followed by a light misting with NAPA silicone spray. Leather seats got cleaned with Saddle Soap or Lemon Pledge furniture polish, followed by a good rubbing with baby oil and buffing with a soft diaper. Johnson's baby oil on the soft top kept it soft, pliable and looking nice. A lot has changed in product availability since 1970 but evidently what I used back then didn't hurt anything because my survivor car is still wearing the St. Louis Laguna Grey paint and leather interior in very good shape. The top was replace a couple years ago because the rear plastic window had become cloudy, but the top vinyl fabric was still pliable. I don't think it looks bad for it's age!
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Originally Posted by The Hot Rod Grille
I'll give you guys a good chuckle with how we used to detail "back in the day" when I first got my '70 brand new. White letter tires got a Brillo pad and in later years I went to Wesley's Bleche-Wite followed by a light misting with NAPA silicone spray. Leather seats got cleaned with Saddle Soap or Lemon Pledge furniture polish, followed by a good rubbing with baby oil and buffing with a soft diaper. Johnson's baby oil on the soft top kept it soft, pliable and looking nice. A lot has changed in product availability since 1970 but evidently what I used back then didn't hurt anything because my survivor car is still wearing the St. Louis Laguna Grey paint and leather interior in very good shape. The top was replace a couple years ago because the rear plastic window had become cloudy, but the top vinyl fabric was still pliable. I don't think it looks bad for it's age!
spanky, I've switched up to Aerospace 303 Protectant on the recommendation of a friend with a limo company.
Turns out it's the best stuff I've ever used on my interior and tires. No slime feel, does not attract dust and it doesn't leave that slobbering wet look. Just the right amount of shine and seats aren't slippery. Lasts a long time as well.
Greg
I'll give you guys a good chuckle with how we used to detail "back in the day" when I first got my '70 brand new. White letter tires got a Brillo pad and in later years I went to Wesley's Bleche-Wite followed by a light misting with NAPA silicone spray. Leather seats got cleaned with Saddle Soap or Lemon Pledge furniture polish, followed by a good rubbing with baby oil and buffing with a soft diaper. Johnson's baby oil on the soft top kept it soft, pliable and looking nice. A lot has changed in product availability since 1970 but evidently what I used back then didn't hurt anything because my survivor car is still wearing the St. Louis Laguna Grey paint and leather interior in very good shape. The top was replace a couple years ago because the rear plastic window had become cloudy, but the top vinyl fabric was still pliable. I don't think it looks bad for it's age!
Personally I like Mother's products, but there are lots of good ones out there. I still believe in conventional Carnauba wax once or twice a year. Mothers has a 3-part system which works extremely well if you have the time and desire. I found a product at a car show last year that is absolutely magic for removing bugs, even after they have dried. Just spray it on, leave it for a few minutes, and then wash normally:
I'll give you guys a good chuckle with how we used to detail "back in the day" when I first got my '70 brand new. White letter tires got a Brillo pad and in later years I went to Wesley's Bleche-Wite followed by a light misting with NAPA silicone spray. Leather seats got cleaned with Saddle Soap or Lemon Pledge furniture polish, followed by a good rubbing with baby oil and buffing with a soft diaper. Johnson's baby oil on the soft top kept it soft, pliable and looking nice. A lot has changed in product availability since 1970 but evidently what I used back then didn't hurt anything because my survivor car is still wearing the St. Louis Laguna Grey paint and leather interior in very good shape. The top was replace a couple years ago because the rear plastic window had become cloudy, but the top vinyl fabric was still pliable. I don't think it looks bad for it's age!
Jim
Not sure about the chuckle... I still do most of that stuff, and I still use McGuiars #7 polish on all my Corvettes, just like I did in the 70s.
Lol, the Pledge and the old Wesley’s is still on my bench...
I'll give you guys a good chuckle with how we used to detail "back in the day" when I first got my '70 brand new. White letter tires got a Brillo pad and in later years I went to Wesley's Bleche-Wite followed by a light misting with NAPA silicone spray. Leather seats got cleaned with Saddle Soap or Lemon Pledge furniture polish, followed by a good rubbing with baby oil and buffing with a soft diaper. Johnson's baby oil on the soft top kept it soft, pliable and looking nice. A lot has changed in product availability since 1970 but evidently what I used back then didn't hurt anything because my survivor car is still wearing the St. Louis Laguna Grey paint and leather interior in very good shape. The top was replace a couple years ago because the rear plastic window had become cloudy, but the top vinyl fabric was still pliable. I don't think it looks bad for it's age!
05-25-2018, 05:19 AM
Detailing Your C3
Beautiful! 
