First, I would like to thank Wayne from WaynesTowels.com for sending me these items to review. You can purchase a similar kit from his web site. Below are some helpful hints I noted while detailing my own car. Please do not take them as facts.
Items Tested:
1 - Waffle Weave Drying Towel
1 - Ultimate Plush Towel
1 - Glass Cleaning Towel
1 - Microfiber Applicator
1 - 1/Z Einszett Polish(Green Bottle)
1 - 1/Z Einszett Wax(Blue Bottle)
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Notes To Help You Getting Started:
Use a soft sponge and a bucket of warm water mixed with Dawn(2oz.) dishwashing liquid to thoroughly wash your car. Dawn is used to help remove any old wax, oil, and dirt build up.
Upon finishing, use the Waffle Weave Drying towel to dry off your car.
For a towel that is only 24" x 36" inches in size, I was amazed at how much water it was able to absorb. I recommend using two towels to make the drying process faster.
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Prepping With A Clay Bar:
This step is optional, but I like to use a clay bar to remove any contaminants prior so trying a new polish or wax. I purchased Mother's California Gold Clay Bar kit from my local auto part store. This kit for $15.00 includes a bottle of Carnuba Wax, a spray bottle of Instant Detailer, and the Clay bar.
Normally you can use the included Instant Detailer spray bottle to wet the area before rubbing with the clay bar. However I like to use Meguiar's Quick Detailer instead.
After wetting the area with Meguiar's Quick Detailer, gently rub the clay bar in a back and forth motion overlapping each stroke. Repeat this procedure until the area feels completely smooth. Then use a large cotton towel to wipe away the residue. You would continue this until you complete the entire car. In the event that you drop the clay bar, it's recommended that you discard it and purchase a new one. Dirt and gravel can stick to the clay bar and may end up scratching your paint.
After the clay bar procedure is complete, wipe down the car once again with a cotton towel just to be sure you did not miss any spots. When you are done, store your clay bar in a ziplock bag to prevent it from drying out.
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Polishing The Car:
Wait a few hours and make sure your car is completely dry before applying the polish. I recommend completing this procedure in a shaded or covered area. Pour a small nickel size dab of 1/Z Einszett Polish(Green Bottle) to the Microfiber Applicator.
In a back and forth or circular motion apply the car polish to your paint (You do not need to use pressure). Then allow the polish to haze and buff off with a cotton towel(Buffing may require some pressure to completely remove the polish).
(Before and after buffing)
After you complete this procedure, wash your Microfiber Applicator in warm water using Dawn dishwashing liquid and wait 24 hours before starting the next step.
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Waxing The Car:
The waxing procedure is very similar to polishing. Pour a small dab of 1/Z Einszett Wax(Blue Bottle) on the Microfiber Applicator and gently apply in a back and forth motion. Allow the wax to haze and buff off with a cotton towel. Repeat this procedure until you complete the entire car.
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Final Buffing:
Use the Ultimate Plush Towel to buff off any remaining wax and use the Glass Cleaning Towel to clean off any wax on the windows. Wash your Microfiber Applicator in warm water using Dawn dishwashing liquid. Hang dry and store in a dry area.
Inspect your car once again for any remaining wax or polish.
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End Result:
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Pros:
1. Excellent shine.
2. Requires little amount to wax and polish a vehicle.
3. Competitive Pricing.
Cons:
1. Wax consistency is very loose and would be easier applied from a spray bottle.
2. Polish requires more than average pressure to buff off.
Items Tested:
1 - Waffle Weave Drying Towel
1 - Ultimate Plush Towel
1 - Glass Cleaning Towel
1 - Microfiber Applicator
1 - 1/Z Einszett Polish(Green Bottle)
1 - 1/Z Einszett Wax(Blue Bottle)
===========================================
Notes To Help You Getting Started:
Use a soft sponge and a bucket of warm water mixed with Dawn(2oz.) dishwashing liquid to thoroughly wash your car. Dawn is used to help remove any old wax, oil, and dirt build up.
Upon finishing, use the Waffle Weave Drying towel to dry off your car.
For a towel that is only 24" x 36" inches in size, I was amazed at how much water it was able to absorb. I recommend using two towels to make the drying process faster.
===========================================
Prepping With A Clay Bar:
This step is optional, but I like to use a clay bar to remove any contaminants prior so trying a new polish or wax. I purchased Mother's California Gold Clay Bar kit from my local auto part store. This kit for $15.00 includes a bottle of Carnuba Wax, a spray bottle of Instant Detailer, and the Clay bar.
Normally you can use the included Instant Detailer spray bottle to wet the area before rubbing with the clay bar. However I like to use Meguiar's Quick Detailer instead.
After wetting the area with Meguiar's Quick Detailer, gently rub the clay bar in a back and forth motion overlapping each stroke. Repeat this procedure until the area feels completely smooth. Then use a large cotton towel to wipe away the residue. You would continue this until you complete the entire car. In the event that you drop the clay bar, it's recommended that you discard it and purchase a new one. Dirt and gravel can stick to the clay bar and may end up scratching your paint.
After the clay bar procedure is complete, wipe down the car once again with a cotton towel just to be sure you did not miss any spots. When you are done, store your clay bar in a ziplock bag to prevent it from drying out.
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Polishing The Car:
Wait a few hours and make sure your car is completely dry before applying the polish. I recommend completing this procedure in a shaded or covered area. Pour a small nickel size dab of 1/Z Einszett Polish(Green Bottle) to the Microfiber Applicator.
In a back and forth or circular motion apply the car polish to your paint (You do not need to use pressure). Then allow the polish to haze and buff off with a cotton towel(Buffing may require some pressure to completely remove the polish).
(Before and after buffing)
After you complete this procedure, wash your Microfiber Applicator in warm water using Dawn dishwashing liquid and wait 24 hours before starting the next step.
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Waxing The Car:
The waxing procedure is very similar to polishing. Pour a small dab of 1/Z Einszett Wax(Blue Bottle) on the Microfiber Applicator and gently apply in a back and forth motion. Allow the wax to haze and buff off with a cotton towel. Repeat this procedure until you complete the entire car.
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Final Buffing:
Use the Ultimate Plush Towel to buff off any remaining wax and use the Glass Cleaning Towel to clean off any wax on the windows. Wash your Microfiber Applicator in warm water using Dawn dishwashing liquid. Hang dry and store in a dry area.
Inspect your car once again for any remaining wax or polish.
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End Result:
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Pros:
1. Excellent shine.
2. Requires little amount to wax and polish a vehicle.
3. Competitive Pricing.
Cons:
1. Wax consistency is very loose and would be easier applied from a spray bottle.
2. Polish requires more than average pressure to buff off.
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