focusdriver Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 This may be a general topic but the responses are so good on this thread I thought I'd ask the question. Up until a few months ago I've only used hot water and fairy liquid to wash my cars. This has been OK but now I've got a new'ish car I want to keep the paintwork in top nick. I've started using car shampoo but this doesn't remove all the little tar marks. Is it safe to jetwash these marks off, or is it better to use a tar removal spray? Also, I wonder if anyone has any general tips on cleaning, and what products they use. This is supposed to be pretty good but, does anyone on here use it? http://www.amazon.co.uk/SHOWROOM-SHINE-WATERLESS-CLEANER-1Litre/dp/B005G20IL8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b4zz Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 i would have a go at trying a clay bar to remove the tar marks first or you could use a specific tar remover. once you have removed all the tar spots I would then give the car a good wax as that then should stop the tar sticking. im sure some other people will have better ideas. have a look on this web site detailingworld.com they are very help full its a specific site for cleaing cars and have got some very good tips. hope that helps a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferretfloozy Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 i was informed some years ago that concentrated washing up liquids promote rusting and that the water should be warm not hot .but that was by a ford dealer ..i find a squirt of wd 40 removes the tar ..i use a wash and wax every week even if its not dirty .( thanks to mr seagull) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Spock Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 i would have a go at trying a clay bar to remove the tar marks first or you could use a specific tar remover. once you have removed all the tar spots I would then give the car a good wax as that then should stop the tar sticking. That's what I do :) Works great. This is my favourite wax: Collinite 476s - gives good protection for many months: Normally I just use an ordinare cheap car shampoo - but if the car is very dirty I also use a foamlance to prewash: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alec J Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Autoglyms bodywash shampoo is good for cleaning your car and doesn't have strong agents that strip wax off. As said above a claybar should help remove the tar spots but AG Intensive tar remover will remove any stubborn spots easy. I like to use Meguires tech wax 2.0 in liquid form for waxing.. Provides a deep wet look shine and is durable for quite a few months. You can also get the spray version as a top up to use once every 2-3 months to keep it up looking nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgen Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Washing up liquid is a big no no, its not good for your paint, and just in case there is anyone using sponges out there to was your cars DONT, there the product of the Devil and should never be used. There is a vast amount of products out there now to pamper you cars, I use Mequires and poor boys and collinite wax is probably the best value for money and best protection you can give your car before the winter sets in, it lasts months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alec J Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Washing up liquid is a big no no, its not good for your paint, and just in case there is anyone using sponges out there to was your cars DONT, there the product of the Devil and should never be used. There is a vast amount of products out there now to pamper you cars, I use Mequires and poor boys and collinite wax is probably the best value for money and best protection you can give your car before the winter sets in, it lasts months. Yup i agree never use a sponge unless you fancy loads of swirly scratch marks across your paintwork :) Always use one of those mitts with the tonsols on so the dirt travels into the mitt protecting your paintwork from scratches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btmaldon Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Just a suggestion. Fitting some mud flaps will keep the worst of the tar off the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martyntdci Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Rinse, tfr full car, snow foam, Liquid clay, autoglym bodywork shampoo, tar remover, wheel acid ( loads disagree), mayb some megs 81/ paint restoration on a buffer, then auto glym polish, maybe g3 wax or auto glym sealant...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
focusdriver Posted August 24, 2013 Author Share Posted August 24, 2013 Thanks for the tips. I'll be getting some shampoo, tar remover and a cleaning glove. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoney871 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Washing up liquid contains a lot of salt and minersls designed to scour grease and food off plstes. It's like rubbing your paintwork with a handful of wet sand. I usr autoglym shampoo and it's good enough for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostman83 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 I use autoglym shampoo also. I wax it 3/4 times in two months start of the year and it stays shines and easy to clean for months and months without more polish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZetecShearer1987 Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 Autoglyms bodywash shampoo is good for cleaning your car and doesn't have strong agents that strip wax off. As said above a claybar should help remove the tar spots but AG Intensive tar remover will remove any stubborn spots easy. +1 for the autoglym intensive tar remover, if you use it properly it works a treat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
focusdriver Posted August 26, 2013 Author Share Posted August 26, 2013 Yup i agree never use a sponge unless you fancy loads of swirly scratch marks across your paintwork :) Always use one of those mitts with the tonsols on so the dirt travels into the mitt protecting your paintwork from scratches. Alec J - which mitt do you use? Also, did you get it online or Halfords etc.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Focus_IRE Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Hi focusdriver, I agree with all the lads about the washing up liquid, over time washing constantly will dull the paint work on the car and cannot be gotten back no matter how much polish you use. Autoglymm shampoo as said above would probably be the best but the turtle wax one would not be far off. I would use either WD40 or raw kerosene to remove tar, put kerosene into a spray bottle, give a liitle squirt on tar spots and leave for a few minutes then start washing your car. Also use a microfibre wash mitt and the two bucket technique to wash the car to ensure no dirt gets onto the car. For wax I personnaly have use the Autoglym High Defintion Wax which is slightly costly but lasts for ages as you use very little and will last for months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeebowhite Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 will move this to the detailing sub forum :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alec J Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Alec J - which mitt do you use? Also, did you get it online or halfords etc.? I get my stuff online, never use halfrauds for cleaning things. eBay is your best bet.. get a two pack of microfibre wash mitts for under a fiver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artscot79 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 2 bucket method for me with autoglym wash then dry and use autoglym hard Shell shine then protect with autozone ptfe protectant keeps the worst of the dirt off and the tar 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L666JER Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Oops, I always use a sponge - not for much longer though. I too am a fan of Autoglym body shampoo - makes drying the car much quicker compared to other shampoos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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