on the interior i just wipe everything down with a dry towel then use the 303 protectant.

on the outside. after i have washed the car with normal carwash soap including panels. i dry it then i spray a clean hand towel liberally with 303 and do all the trim and panels.


-tom

 

I use Meguiar's #40, always. Apply liberally and it will never streak. Doesn't streak on the panels when they get wet either. Doesn't do a great job of removing wax from panels so you have to improvise. I use it inside and out. at $9 or so a spray bottle it's a great deal too. Only disadvantage I see is that you should need to wipe it back off of the painted interior components (radio trim, etc.) because it will leave a greasy film since it can't soak in.

 

I just used some great stuff, i got it at Costco and it's a spray tire dressing. Boy does it work and looks the best ever. Just spray it on and walk away. Now I've done my tires and my running boards, may try the panels next.

 

I just used some great stuff, i got it at Costco and it's a spray tire dressing. Boy does it work and looks the best ever. Just spray it on and walk away. Now I've done my tires and my running boards, may try the panels next.

you can use that on the panels, but spray it on a rag first and wipe it in good.

-tom

 

on the interior i just wipe everything down with a dry towel then use the 303 protectant.

on the outside. after i have washed the car with normal carwash soap including panels. i dry it then i spray a clean hand towel liberally with 303 and do all the trim and panels.


-tom

What he said.
:grin:

Clean the panels with the rest of the E when you wash it. Then apply the 303 to the panels and interior. It does not leave a shiney residue so it is great for the dash.

I would assume Eagle 1 has some protective properties, but it does not protect plastic anything like 303.

I have no experience with Meguiars #40 so can't help ya there.

 

A few questions:

1) Where can you buy 303 protectant and what is the brand name?

2) What type of cloths do you you use for application and drying, particularly on the exterior?

3) Anyone here use a synthetic chamois called "The Absorber"? (the colorful, "rubbery" cloth that comes in a plastic case to keep it moist) Is this a safe product?

 

303 is the brand name; full product name (if I recall correctly) is 303 Aerospace Protectant. I've usually bought mine at marine shops. It is widely used on fiberglass, inflatable boats, and related plastics. As for application cloth, I just use heavy duty paper towels - the blue mechanics kind, or equivalent white painters version.

paulj

 

paulj,

Thanks for the fast reply!

 

A few questions:


3) Anyone here use a synthetic chamois called "The Absorber"? (the colorful, "rubbery" cloth that comes in a plastic case to keep it moist) Is this a safe product?

I have used a similar product just not called the absorber. I like it even better than a chamois. I have used them for years. I will not use a towel on my E because it leaves small scratches. This product does not scratch at all! My E is black & you can see everything.

 

Thanks ShadowBox!

A detailer reccomended this to me a year ago and it seems to work well. I've never really been too fussy about my cars, until recently purchasing my '05 E.

What type of cloth do you use to rub in wax, Eagle 1, etc?

 

Thanks ShadowBox!

A detailer reccomended this to me a year ago and it seems to work well. I've never really been too fussy about my cars, until recently purchasing my '05 E.

What type of cloth do you use to rub in wax, Eagle 1, etc?

To apply you can use either a damp applicator sponge designed for wax or a damp microfiber towel.
I would recommend a dry microfiber towel for removing the wax and buffing.
You can get them cheap at any car parts place or Wal-Mart.

 

Hi guys!

I also have a suggestion for an excellent wipe, especially for the interior - good quality cloth diapers. They are excellent for cleaning & polishing your vehicle and they can also be used in your shop for other chores. I refinish antique wooden radios and the cloth diapers are great for buffing the finish.

Also, if you ever have the misfortune of scratching any of the plastic in your E, Novus makes a three step plastic polishing system that removes scratches from plastics. They are easy to use & just awesome! Great to use on scratched headlight & fog light lens too.