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PapaKlutch · 04-26-2016, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick S

+1 for the Wizards Wipe Down. That's all I use for spot cleaning my hood wrap. I like the matte look and the wizards wipe down is the only spray cleaner I have found that does not leave any streaky look or shinier spots on the hood wrap after using it. Any detail spray or the Adams VRT will add a gloss to the hood wrap instead of leaving it matte black. Then to seal the hood wrap I use Dr. Beasly's Matte Paint Sealant. Goes on real easy.

General Matte Paint Care Page:
http://www.drbeasleys.com/shop/exter...-car-care.html

Matte Paint Sealant Page:
http://www.drbeasleys.com/matte-paint-sealant.html

You use so little sealant for the hood that one bottle will probably last you longer than you'll own the car for.

Many detailer sprays do leave a streaky look or a gloss behind. However, Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte Detailer does Not leave a gloss behind. It's good stuff.

PapaKlutch · 04-26-2016, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by yenkostyle

I use wizards wipe down matte detailer followed by Chemical guys matte detailer and sealer. It has worked great to remove water spots from the FL rain and these tiny bird droppings that I always get from the parking lot where I work. the wizards seems to clean the hood and the Chemical guys product brings out the color ( I use it on all the black accessories around the car BTW).

Another LIKE for the Wizards spray. Good Stuff!

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Originally Posted by PwrCrusr

^^^ This, after a good scrubbing with normal carwash solution and mitt. Then I normally pop the hood, get it up and dry it. Then the Meticulous Matte Detailer. Good stuff!

These SIM owners know what they are talking about.......

805camaro · 04-26-2016, 02:28 PM

I use a product called Rat Wax. It's designed for hot rods and rat rods with flat matte paint jobs and also works on matte vinyl wraps. I bought it without ever hearing about it. It actually works great. Spray on wipe off and the matte looks better than new. They have a cleaner and a protector. I just bought the cleaner but I'm definatly going to purchase the protector. I thought about the chemical guys stuff but I went this route, I still think ill try their stuff once mine runs out

Ragnar · 04-27-2016, 09:36 AM

After 2 years and 22K miles for my DD, I have used nothing special at all. I have a carport at home and park outside at work. This first picture is today and my car hasn't been washed in about 2 weeks. The cat on the vent was the previous weekend, when I visited a friend of mine. My car was dusty from pollen, so that cat left some tracks. The other animal tracks was about a year ago.

MMC · 04-27-2016, 10:18 AM

^ Love the cat on the hood pic.

ron10 · 04-27-2016, 10:44 AM

i use turtle wax ice on my stripes.does a very nice job.

Ragnar · 04-27-2016, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MMC

^ Love the cat on the hood pic.

Thanks, he's a very friendly cat and when I picked him up, he was warm and toasty underneath.

gajagfan · 04-27-2016, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Ragnar

Thanks, he's a very friendly cat and when I picked him up, he was warm and toasty underneath.

I also loved the cat picture, but I expected there to be a boat load of cat hate or Ranger hate after that pic. Glad to see there was not!

Ragnar · 04-28-2016, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

I also loved the cat picture, but I expected there to be a boat load of cat hate or Ranger hate after that pic. Glad to see there was not!

Yeah, me to.

I think my catch can gave me some extra protection.

No damage was done by the cat.

drago · 04-28-2016, 08:10 PM

adams water less cleaner and adams detail spray

Superman09 · 04-28-2016, 11:01 PM

I use Adams VRT, but I cut it 50/50 with distilled water. I basically divide the hood into 4 areas, pour alittle VRT onto the sponge, work it into the sponge just enough that it isn't a puddle sitting on top and is evenly dispersed on the sponge. The work into on of the 4 areas until all areas are done. Then I go back over it with a double soft towel to knock down whatever little shine is there. And I only apply it about every other wash unless I drive in alot of rain between washes. hope that helps.

gajagfan · 04-29-2016, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Ragnar

Yeah, me to.

I think my catch can gave me some extra protection.

No damage was done by the cat.

No doubt. There is no end to the value of a catch can!

Ragnar · 04-29-2016, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

No doubt. There is no end to the value of a catch can!

I didn't want to get picked on, but the stuff my catch can catches, is what I use on the wrap. I also put it under my eyes and I don't need my sunglasses.

Thor142 · 04-29-2016, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Ragnar

I didn't want to get picked on, but the stuff my catch can catches, is what I use on the wrap. I also put it under my eyes and I don't need my sunglasses.

Then you can use the cat to buff it.

04-27-2016, 09:36 AM	#18
Ragnar Destroyed by flooding Drives: Wife's car Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,673	After 2 years and 22K miles for my DD, I have used nothing special at all. I have a carport at home and park outside at work. This first picture is today and my car hasn't been washed in about 2 weeks. The cat on the vent was the previous weekend, when I visited a friend of mine. My car was dusty from pollen, so that cat left some tracks. The other animal tracks was about a year ago. Attached Images __________________

04-27-2016, 10:18 AM	#19
MMC Drives: CGM 2SS/RS, 1987 & 2014 Silverado Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Spencerport, NY Posts: 1,012	^ Love the cat on the hood pic. __________________

04-26-2016, 02:28 PM	#17
805camaro Drives: '15 1SS/1LE SIM,Recaro,NPP Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Arroyo Grande, CA Posts: 123 View My Garage	I use a product called Rat Wax. It's designed for hot rods and rat rods with flat matte paint jobs and also works on matte vinyl wraps. I bought it without ever hearing about it. It actually works great. Spray on wipe off and the matte looks better than new. They have a cleaner and a protector. I just bought the cleaner but I'm definatly going to purchase the protector. I thought about the chemical guys stuff but I went this route, I still think ill try their stuff once mine runs out

04-27-2016, 10:44 AM	#20
ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	i use turtle wax ice on my stripes.does a very nice job.

04-28-2016, 08:10 PM	#24
drago Drives: 2015 1le Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: tennessee Posts: 94 View My Garage	adams water less cleaner and adams detail spray

04-28-2016, 11:01 PM	#25
Superman09 Account SNAFU Drives: 13 Tahoe 79 Scout II 15 1LE Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 1,356 View My Garage	I use Adams VRT, but I cut it 50/50 with distilled water. I basically divide the hood into 4 areas, pour alittle VRT onto the sponge, work it into the sponge just enough that it isn't a puddle sitting on top and is evenly dispersed on the sponge. The work into on of the 4 areas until all areas are done. Then I go back over it with a double soft towel to knock down whatever little shine is there. And I only apply it about every other wash unless I drive in alot of rain between washes. hope that helps.