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#5 of 113 Re: Protectant questions [sd_driver] by jonniedee Apr 28, 2006 (3:54 pm)
Replying to: sd_driver (Apr 28, 2006 1:54 pm) Since there's no Appearance Maintenance thread yet (or no Mechanical Maintenance thread yet, either), what types of exterior maintenance do people recommend?   #1 - Honda spray polish cleaner!!!   http://hondacuraworld.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=08C25-- P011M&Category_Code=CC Replies to this message: plekto (Apr 28, 2006 6:57 pm)
#6 of 113 Re: Protectant questions [sd_driver] by w9cw Apr 28, 2006 (4:50 pm)
Replying to: sd_driver (Apr 28, 2006 1:54 pm) I've been using high-line protectants and wax since 1964, and IMO the best available today is Klasse. It's not easy to find, as it's German, but well worth it.
#7 of 113 Re: Protectant questions [jonniedee] by plekto Apr 28, 2006 (6:57 pm)
Replying to: jonniedee (Apr 28, 2006 3:54 pm) Novus makes the best clearcoat polish on the market. It comes in three grit levels #3: polishing compound #2: Car wax levels. #1: no grit at all.   #1 is what you use on a new car. Protects as well as any of the waxes, though it is clear - it won't bring back much shine if the car is faded.   It's generally sold at gaming supply stores and boating stores(since it also works for plastic and fiberglass). $0 is spent on advertizing it - it's marketed at professionals only.   Works fantastic. Also keeps plastic lenses from getting yellow.
#8 of 113 Turtle wax Synthetic by coldstorage5 May 01, 2006 (5:32 pm)
What about this new Synthetic polish.Goes onclear no white stuff.   Any Comments???
#9 of 113 Exterior rubber/vinyl protectant questions by sd_driver May 05, 2006 (9:24 am)
I got some 1 Grand ERV dressing for the exterior rubber and vinyl of my Fit. I have a couple of questions because, well, up until now, caring for the exterior of my car has meant washing it occasionally.   I've noticed that it is impossible to put the dressing on the rubber/vinyl without spillover to the painted surface. (No, I'm not going to tape up my car every time I want to dress the vinyl.) Not only that, it leaves a cloudy residue that has to be buffed off.   Two questions: 1) Will the ERV harm the painted surface?   2) If I wash the car before applying the dressing, can I just remove the excess dressing when I waxand buff the car after?   BTW: I'll be using Optimum Car Wax when I wax it.
#10 of 113 Black Dust on the Rear Sill by coolchid Jun 14, 2006 (11:30 am)
When wiping down the Fit (less than 400 miles driven - both city & freeway) after an hour's drive about town, I've noticed that there is an accumulation of fine black dust on the rear sill (below the lift-gate). It almost looks like brake dust, but I know that can't be, or exhuast soot?? It does seem more concentrated on the right side. Has anybody else noticed this or have any idea where it might be coming from? Replies to this message: hungarian83 (Jun 14, 2006 11:53 am) jethaden (Jun 14, 2006 1:33 pm)
#11 of 113 Re: Black Dust on the Rear Sill [coolchid] by hungarian83 Jun 14, 2006 (11:53 am)
Replying to: coolchid (Jun 14, 2006 11:30 am) For me it appears on the window, the hatch, and the bumper. I first noticed it on a sticker I have on my rear window when the white area was covered in the dust after a few weeks without a wash.   I never really thought about the source, but I figured it would be from the high-traffic freeway driving I do on the quite crowded I-5 in southern California.
#12 of 113 Re: Black Dust on the Rear Sill [coolchid] by jethaden Jun 14, 2006 (1:33 pm)
Replying to: coolchid (Jun 14, 2006 11:30 am) I get dark soot/dust/dirt on the top of the back bumper (below hatch) where water collects and drys, leaving stuff behind. I rinse it off weekly. I would expect its collecting on back of car due to vacuum (lack of turbulence in back) while driving.
#13 of 113 Turtle Wax Ice by carfanatic007 Jun 15, 2006 (6:12 am)
It's clear, you don't have to worry about getting on the metal "Fit" emblem because it leaves no "white residue". It is easy to use and really looks great on the Black color.
#14 of 113 Re: Protectant questions [sd_driver] by frogdaddy Jun 21, 2006 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: sd_driver (Apr 28, 2006 1:54 pm) link title   Astro Shield   I've always used this. No silicones (promotes oxidation). Not a wax. Petroleum based (which I believe comes from the road to begin with no?) Polish and glaze not a wax. Probably similar to NuFinish. Non abrasive and works good with the orbital.

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