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08-10-2011, 12:02 PM
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I SHOULD be out driving!
Drives: 2011 Camaro LS W\Custom Leather Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: So Cali
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New with some questions :)
Well, I just bought a new Camaro 2 weeks ago and needless to say I think im in love lol...Anyway, Im super concerned about keeping my new love looking good and taking care of her properly and I've read a lot on the boards here about Adams products for the exterior (which im so confused on all that stuff also like what products to use and when) but I haven't read anything much on taking care of the interior especially the Leather. I have custom 2 toned leather (see photos) but I want to make sure whatever I use is the best thing (at least arguably the best thing) and if there is anything like those leather wipes I can use in between deeper cleanings and conditioning or will that ruin my leather in the long run? Also, for my dashboard and steering wheel area etc...what do you all use? It seems armor all (which im not a fan of anyway) wouldn't be good bcuz the Camaro interior area has a matte finish and Im thinking it would cause more damage than good so all ive been using is a little duster to clean it and I did use some Megs quik interior\detailer cleaner wipes but wasn't crazy about those as they seemed to do nothing. Basically, as you can tell I know NOTHING
 about this stuff so any help is appreciated.
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08-10-2011, 12:06 PM
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 Drives: 2018 ZL1 Hyper Blue on the way! Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Salem, NH
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www.adamspolishes.com
They have the best car detailing/cleaning stuff I've ever used.  If you use the code CAMARO5 when you checkout it's 10% off! |
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08-10-2011, 12:19 PM
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Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009
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08-10-2011, 12:47 PM
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AKA "Beefcake"
Drives: 2023 ZL1 Sharkskin Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Indy
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Adams carrys leather cleaner also (along with other interior products).
But seriously, you state you are confused about keeping it clean. This is the area to ask what are you confused on. We are all here to help you keep your new baby sparkly. |
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08-10-2011, 01:31 PM
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I SHOULD be out driving!
Drives: 2011 Camaro LS W\Custom Leather Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: So Cali
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I will check Adams interior products out as well thanks for the direction. Also, on being confused basically Im not sure if I should just wash my car normally and then do I have to use the clay bar...or can I just wash and wax and do I have to wax after every wash for best results? My neighbor who detailed cars for years (whos now a cop and says he made more money detailing cars lol) gave me this stuff thats from Mark IV its a place in Corona, ca...but its a sealant type stuff he said the dealer doesn't seal their cars so I should use that after I wash it to help seal my paint and then from there I can pretty much wash and wax and told me basically what to use and said I should have my man get off his butt and do it for me lol...But I just wanted to see what everyone here does and if anyone had advice specifically on the Leather, the dashboard and inside door panels etc...thanks again. |
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08-10-2011, 01:48 PM
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knows 2 facts about ducks
Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009
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you will want to clay bar the car first, that gets everything off. Then wash and wax like you normally would. A good wax should last a few months.
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08-10-2011, 04:19 PM
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I SHOULD be out driving!
Drives: 2011 Camaro LS W\Custom Leather Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: So Cali
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08-10-2011, 04:59 PM
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Totally into it
Drives: '67 427vette/'11 Pacecar/'02 BMW ci Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: SW Ohio
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Don't wash your car until you've read the thread "How to properly wash and dry your car" There's one here and one on Adam's website as a video. Otherwise, you will most certainly create swirls and microscratches on the finish. VERY IMPORTANT!!!
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08-12-2011, 02:06 PM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS CGM M6 Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Ontario
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Check out Zaino for their leather cleaner and conditioner (Z9 and Z10). Amazing stuff. Google them and read some reviews, it's top notch and the leather smell is AMAZING.
And for your dashboard, check out 1Z Cockpit Premium.
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08-13-2011, 07:25 PM
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Banned
Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Silver Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Morristown NJ
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What matters most is That you clean, wax and protect, not so much WHAT you use. I use armor all on all the interior and love how it performs, and plain ol' turtlewax pastewax on the exterior. Works just great.
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