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      04-30-2015, 09:47 PM   #10
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Drives: M235i, Estoril Blue on Black
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Ammo NYC is great (never tried his products, but I like his method and research). Adam's Polishes has good videos on YouTube as well.

My thoughts on products after using Chemical guys (for about 6 years now), Menzerna, Mothers, Einszett, and others.

Car wash:
- CG Citrus Wash and Gloss (good for sediment, not always necessary)
- CG Glossworkz (better for weekly washings, light dirt/rain, preserves wax and is not abrasive)
- Optimum No-Rinse (like CG glossworkz, very safe, non-abrasive, nice smell)

Wheels:
- Sonax full effect - Excellent at removing brake dust, Base chemical (vs. Acid), do not let this sit on the wheels for more than 1-2 minutes. Incredible cleaner.
- CG Citrus wash and gloss or Diablo Gel - better for weekly touch ups on wheels.

Wax / Sealant:
- Collinite 845: Technically a wax, but is insanely durable, goes on like butter and off just as easy. More of a sealant imo.
- Pete's 50/50: Wax, easy application, deep glow. At $35 a bin, should last a year or more.

Touchup:
- CG Synthetic Detailer: Cut 50:50 with distilled water, carry a small bottle in the trunk for bird / bug junk. Also good for a quick touch up at any time.

Interior
- 1Z Einzett: Big fan of their products. Made in Germany and leave the car smelling new. I use the deep cleaner and cockpit premium. Won't leave the trim shiny, always matte.
- 1Z Leather Care: Same, great stuff. But this isn't really a cleaner. For stains, the 1Z deep cleaner works, then just wipe off and protect with the leather care.

Tools:
- Microfibers: Don't buy cheap stuff. Detailerdomain or Chemical guys sell some good ones. Don't buy fluffy MF towels, they leave lint and when the pick up dirt, it never comes out.
- Speedmaster - Great wheel brush for cleaning inside the barrel. Get the red one, not blue - red is more durable.

Hope this helps!
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