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Danny3737

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Finally got time to detail my ride after a long Winter and Rainy Spring

I clay barred it with the Meguiars kit ( used both clay bars ) and waxed it with Meguiars Ultimate Liquid Wax. I liked the Trinova wax I got. I think the Trinova may work a little better on darker color paint, but both take the same amount of time to apply and remove.

For the interior, I used the Meguiars leather cleaner and conditioner. It was the first time I've ever used it ( used Armor All and Alexis in the past ) and have to say that I was presently surprised how well it worked. It gives it that shiny look, but no slippery feel. I even cleaned and wiped down the steering wheel.

For the engine bay, I warmed up the motor a little and sprayed it down with Greased Lighting, let it sit for a couple of minutes and hosed off.

For the tires I used Black Magic Tire Gel. I can usually get a couple of weeks with one application, even if it rains. You just have to make sure to really wipe them down with a clean rag to keep it from slinging

To finish it off, I put on my yearly application of Aquapel on the windshield. The rest of the glass was cleaned with Sprayway glass cleaner, I love the way it doesn't leave any streaks.

Didn't come out half bad for a 17 year old truck with 80K miles.

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Just went over 80K a couple of weeks ago. It only had 43K when I bought it about 18 months ago. I really wanted an XL like the 2002 I had, but it was to good of a deal to pass up, plus it fits ( barely ) in the garage. To make up for not being an XL I bought a Stowaway2 Max for when we go on vacation.
 

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Just went over 80K a couple of weeks ago. It only had 43K when I bought it about 18 months ago. I really wanted an XL like the 2002 I had, but it was to good of a deal to pass up, plus it fits ( barely ) in the garage. To make up for not being an XL I bought a Stowaway2 Max for when we go on vacation.
Do you have pics of f the stowaways installed
 

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Thanks, I love detailing. It takes me a whole weekend to get it to my standards. From waxing to dusting the AC vents. Sounds stupid, but I find it relaxing.

While I don't spend a whole weekend detailing more than maybe once per year, I definitely find it a relaxing activity/ritual. I find something to clean or shine or adjust just about every single day, and I truly enjoy it.
 
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While I don't spend a whole weekend detailing more than maybe once per year, I definitely find it a relaxing activity/ritual. I find something to clean or shine or adjust just about every single day, and I truly enjoy it.

Wish my wife cleaned the house like I clean the cars...LOL
 

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Wish my wife cleaned the house like I clean the cars...LOL

Lol
I'm lucky. Wifey hates clutter and insists a clean and orderly house at all times. If I didn't know better, I'd swear she was active or former military. ;)
 

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