The detailing setup I use to keep my cars clean without stripping the factory clear coat or ruining my new paint job 🙃 I also include links to anti-theft products to give your car an additional layer of protection.
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Cleaning Products
Restoration
Security & Deterrents
Cleaning Products
I've tested these on both classic and new cars 🧽🫧
I recently had the Porsche repainted, and I like to use a gentle wash to preserve existing clear coat and paint on my other cars.
KOCHCHEMIE Gentle Snow Foam - pH Neutral
If you're limited on garage/storage space, go with this one.
Collapsible Bucket 10L (2.6 Gallon)
The cuff fits snug on your wrist :)
Chemical Guys Chenille Premium Microfiber Wash Mitt
Professional grade; tagless and seamless so they don't scratch your car.
The Rag Company - Eagle Edgeless 500 Microfiber Towels
I keep a role in the trunk just in case.
AIDEA Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Roll 50PK Pink
Speed up drying time!
Car Drying Towel
I use so many different products on microfiber cloths that I had to get a good product to remove dirt, polish and cleaners from them.
Chemical Guys Microfiber Towel Detergent
Spray on and wipe with a microfiber towel. It doesn't leave behind a film or greasy residue.
Griot's Garage Interior Cleaner Spray, 22oz
I use this on my new and classic cars. Great for those high-traffic areas like doors and arm rests!
Chemical Guys Leather Quick Detailer Cleaner
It's pricey but the cheap ones we've all bought don't pick up the dirt or the battery life goes quickly.
Shark BlastBoss Cordless Air Blower AB2111GN
I like that it gives a nice wet shine at first but dries quickly.
Chemical Guys ShineLogicRS Tire Shine 15oz
Gentle brushes for when you need to give the interior a little more detailing.
Car Detailing Horse Hair Brush
I have an alcantara steering wheel so I use this to clean off all the build up. Great for seats too.
Isolate that dirty water to prevent it from swirling back to the top and onto your mitt.
Chemical Guys Dirt Trap
If you want to splurge, this uses venturi funnels that actively force water downward when you plunge your hand into the bucket, locking the dirt below.
DETAIL GUARDZ Dirt Trap
Restoration
Keep fabrics and plastics looking their best ✨
Keeps the leather shiny and hydrated
Chemical Guys Leather Conditioner
I wasn't ready to replace all of the 20+ year old plastics on my cars so I'm using this in the meantime and it's made them black and shiny again. Pro-tip: A little goes a very long way. Apply it with the foam wedges I listed.
Solution Finish Black Plastic & Vinyl Restorer
Use these to apply trim restorer on smaller plastics! I find the microfiber sponges too big and don't want to stain my cloths.
Foam Wedges
Don't stain your hands or scratch up your car, just buy the gloves.
Inspire Black Nitrile Chemical Resistant Gloves
Security & Deterrents
The perfect detailing setup keeps your clear coat looking like glass, but it won't do much if the car gets stolen out of the driveway. These are the non-invasive, high-security anti-theft layers I use to protect my cars from modern relay attacks and ...
Keep your keys in here overnight. With thefts on the rise, it never hurts to have that additional piece of mind. Discount code for 10% off your first purchase: LXZ-RE7NE6J
RFID Signal Blocking Box
All my cars (old and new) are at risk of theft so adding these in with the RFID box helps me sleep at night knowing I could potentially locate my vehicles if stolen.
GPS Tracker w/ 4G LTE & 1 Year Battery
Traditional bolt cutters won't break this one. soft, protective coating. For anyone with a high-end leather or Alcantara steering wheel, the heavy metal hooks won't indent or tear the material over time.
