New Car Prep

Ron Burgundy II

My new car is on order (build week 51) and all going well will be in around mid to late Jan. Never bought a new car before so the procedure in prep the car is something kind of looking forward too:pac:.

I have a decent supply of detailing products already, but I really want to make sure, what I do when I get procession of the car is, I guess the right way to do things for hopefully unblemished paints.

What I have:

• Large number of Microfiber towels (dry me crazy, 2D etc.)
• Application pads (wax)
• 50 cal decon fallout remover
• 2D Snow foam
• 2D wheel cleaner
• A variation on the wheel woollies
• Bilt Hamber Auto wash
• Bilt Hamber finis wax
• Bilt Hamber surfex HD (never used )
• Bilt Hamber Auto Mitt x 2 (sheepskin)
• Collinite 845 (Only just purchased never used)
• For the interior I have Poor boys world natural look
• Detailing brushes

(I might add in stuff to the above list as I'm working from memory and visiting DnD and Detailing Shed sites to aid me)

Now I don't mind if I have to purchase additional products. I was reading the thread by Vectra which he used Carpro on his new car. I'm open to suggestions in terms of products and procedure etc.

Curran

Given your arsenal of products I assume you have the wash technique fairly well nailed.

So in terms of protection, it depends on what you want to get from the choice you make. CarPro coating, CQUK, that vectra applied takes a bit of time in preparing prior to applying and takes a bit more care when applying too; as any mistakes made will mean machine polishing to get right if the coating sets. However the benefits are worth the effort if ultimate protection, ease of washing, are high on the priority list, but offset can be a glassy look versus a deep wet look. Depends in the colour; perfect on lighter colors, but in black for example it may not be the look you like....but it depends on what your priorities are!

Ron Burgundy II

Curran wrote: »

Given your arsenal of products I assume you have the wash technique fairly well nailed.

So in terms of protection, it depends on what you want to get from the choice you make. CarPro coating, CQUK, that vectra applied takes a bit of time in preparing prior to applying and takes a bit more care when applying too; as any mistakes made will mean machine polishing to get right if the coating sets. However the benefits are worth the effort if ultimate protection, ease of washing, are high on the priority list, but offset can be a glassy look versus a deep wet look. Depends in the colour; perfect on lighter colors, but in black for example it may not be the look you like....but it depends on what your priorities are!

Yeah I'm comfortable enough in terms of washing etc.

Was unaware of the possible hazards with the Carpro product. Also getting the car in Jan the weather may not allow me to leave products dwell on the car for a period of time required

Curran

If you havent access to shelter, make some use of your Collinite 845 to protect the car until such time as the weather improves. It may even be perfect for what you want. Collinite 845 offers good protection to the elements, easy to work with and looks great. Other than more frequent applications and not offering as good resistance to wash damage, it will do the job. Your wash technique is good so no major wash damage will be inflicted in the time between collection and when you get a chance to apply other protection.

DUBintheSTICKS

Hope you don't mind me jumping in on your thread Ron but I just ordered my new car today, a Kia Sorento. It's first time I've had a car from new and want to look after it from the off.

Having read a good few threads on here I don't think I will be up to major detailing/protection work yet but do want to look after the car.

I'll be getting most of the stuff in the coming weeks but wondering will this be sufficient for the time being in caring for the car.

Snow foam lance,
2BM,
Incredimitt,
Dry me crazy,

TIA

*Kol*

Meguiars do a new car kit that's sold in Halfords which is good value for what's in it.

Curran

Minimum to limit the swirls being inflicted.....Washing the car using the 2 Bucket Method, a microfiber wash mitt and a good microfiber drying towel. That alone will prevent the majority of damage caused during a cars lifetime...that and keeping it away from brush washes, etc.

A pH neutral shampoo is also recommended; extended use of non pH neutral shampoos fade trim, etc, but may not be a concern in your ownership!
Perhaps a spray wax/sealant so that you can apply it easily after every wash or two so that the car has some protection, without the hassle of a full routine of waxing, etc. There are some good ones available that are spritz a small amount on a panel and buff in with a microfiber until clear. Job done.

Ron Burgundy II

Curran wrote: »

If you havent access to shelter, make some use of your Collinite 845 to protect the car until such time as the weather improves. It may even be perfect for what you want. Collinite 845 offers good protection to the elements, easy to work with and looks great. Other than more frequent applications and not offering as good resistance to wash damage, it will do the job. Your wash technique is good so no major wash damage will be inflicted in the time between collection and when you get a chance to apply other protection.

Thanks Curran. Should I use tar x and iron x along with eraser to clean the surface, or what would you say.

Curran

Brand spanking new car, shouldnt really have any tar on it - I would de-iron it though, as you wouldnt know where its been sitting pre-delivery.
Wash, de-iron, rinse, dry, wipedown (Eraser as you say) and then two coats of the 845 - should be a fine prep!

DUBintheSTICKS

Curran wrote: »

Minimum to limit the swirls being inflicted.....Washing the car using the 2 Bucket Method, a microfiber wash mitt and a good microfiber drying towel. That alone will prevent the majority of damage caused during a cars lifetime...that and keeping it away from brush washes, etc.

A pH neutral shampoo is also recommended; extended use of non pH neutral shampoos fade trim, etc, but may not be a concern in your ownership!
Perhaps a spray wax/sealant so that you can apply it easily after every wash or two so that the car has some protection, without the hassle of a full routine of waxing, etc. There are some good ones available that are spritz a small amount on a panel and buff in with a microfiber until clear. Job done.

Would Carpro IronX Snow Soap be a good coverall a shampoo and what spray wax/sealant would you advise? The car is graphite colour if that's matters

Curran

I recommend you look into CarPro HydrO2Foam if you are looking for something a bit interesting.

It can be used...
- wash the car, rinse, foam it on through the lance, wash off; protected
- if the car isnt dirty, more dusty, rinse it down, foam it, once over with the mitt, rinse off; protected
- in the wash bucket as your shampoo - was as normal, rinse, dry; protected

Very versatile product, that leaves a really nice shine, and would look pretty good on graphite colour too!

Ron Burgundy II

Curran wrote: »

Brand spanking new car, shouldnt really have any tar on it - I would de-iron it though, as you wouldnt know where its been sitting pre-delivery.
Wash, de-iron, rinse, dry, wipedown (Eraser as you say) and then two coats of the 845 - should be a fine prep!

Thanks Curran for your advice. Will update this thread when I get the car