Today's Wash And Shine

Swamper_Tom · September 16, 2018

I lurk around the forums quite a bit. I soak up all the knowledge and info I can. I've been wanting to give my truck (2018 Sierra Elevation - Black) a super clean, sealant and wax. Hunting Season and winter is right around the corner. So from digging around here I used many of the ideas suggestions I came across.

1. Foamed the truck with dish soap. I wanted to remove all the old wax etc.

2. Hand washed with the two bucket system with a micro fiber mitt - Still using dish soap.

3. Used a leaf blower to dry it off, then used a micro fiber drying towel.

4. Did a minor amount of paint correction - McGuire's Scratch x 2.0

5. Clay bar'd the whole truck - McGuire's Clay Kit

6. Added a layer of Adam's paint sealant

7. Waxed with Adams butter wax.

8. Used McGuire's Hot Shine on the tires.

This is the first time I ever used any Adam's products. I was quite impressed with the ease of use. Tho I'm not sure about the butter wax. I do have to admit that at that point, I was having a hard time keeping the truck in the shade. It just seamed to not apply nice and even for me. Over all I am happy with the results. I thank everyone for all the good tips.

What is a good tire dressing that gives that really wet look and lasts? Any other wax suggestions that would really make the paint pop out at you?

Swamper_Tom · September 16, 2018

Swamper_Tom · September 16, 2018

SirManny · September 16, 2018

Looks good

Nasty · September 17, 2018

Do not use dish soap. is very harsh on the paint

ajb39oh · September 20, 2018

Adam’s has good stuff. Nice truck!

Lgetz · September 23, 2018

Swamper your truck looks so bright I gotta wear shades.

Looks terrific. From now on wash with Meguiars Ultimate Wash and Wax or similar and employ same 2 bucket method and dry either with microfiber or waffle weave towels. Dry in straight lines not circular motion and swirls will be minimal.