[-=Hot|Ice=-]

Step One: Rubbing Compound car

Step Two: Wash Car

Step 3: Clay bar car

Step 4: Wax

Step 5: Polish

Step 6: gawk at car.

Am I washing my car properly?


I'm new to this whole detailing thing, so I'm trying to gather as much info as I can. Thanks for the help in advance.

[wesborl898]

from what i understand. its all wrong!!

wash car
clay
polish
wax or sealant

[deletedelete]

No, that doesnt appear correct. Wait for a pro to chime in.

[Scimitar335i]

Whoa.

1) Wash
2) Clay Bar
3) Wash
4) Rubbing Compound
5) Wash
6) Polish
7) Wax

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Originally Posted by -=Hot|Ice=-

Step One: Rubbing Compound car

Step Two: Wash Car

Step 3: Clay bar car

Step 4: Wax

Step 5: Polish

Step 6: gawk at car.

Am I washing my car properly?


I'm new to this whole detailing thing, so I'm trying to gather as much info as I can. Thanks for the help in advance.

I'd recommend reading over our auto detailing guide and our professional detailer articles. After reading through both of those you'll have a much better understanding on detailing and the proper process and technique. If you have any specific questions on anything let us know.