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Roadstergal
10-18-2003, 01:04 AM
I have a gift certificate. I don't need soap, wax, polish, detailing spray, or microfiber cloths. Opinions - what's Y'all's Essential Detailing Thing that isn't one of those?

I was thinking of those finger detail mitts and the Mag wheel polish - yea or nay?
mquetel
10-18-2003, 01:10 AM
You will need to kick in a little bit extra, but well worth it IMHO: HERE (http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?L1=L1_9590&L2=unknown.1&SKU=55216)

http://www.griotsgarage.com/images/products/lg/55216_LG.jpg
Masskrug
10-18-2003, 02:08 AM
I really like their Glass Cleaner and Wheel Cleaner (Griot really makes sure you know "its recommended by BBS wheels!") :scratch:
operknockity
10-18-2003, 02:30 AM
Again, you'd need to kick in a little more cash, but how 'bout a set of rubbers (http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?&SKU=44620) to wear when you're washing the cars.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/images/products/lg/44620_LG.jpg
dredmo
10-18-2003, 02:31 AM
I have a gift certificate. I don't need soap, wax, polish, detailing spray, or microfiber cloths. Opinions - what's Y'all's Essential Detailing Thing that isn't one of those?

I was thinking of those finger detail mitts and the Mag wheel polish - yea or nay?

CLay bar and lube would be nice. :idea:
SpaceMonk
10-18-2003, 05:55 AM
CLay bar and lube would be nice. :idea:
Yeah, clay bar and speed shine is a good way to go. I also like their window cleaner.

I tried their finger detail mits - the green foam ones, and didn't care for them too much.
Doug
10-19-2003, 07:01 PM
The 3 finger mitts are great for wheels...IMHO
Mathew
10-19-2003, 09:20 PM
How much is the Speed Shine kit?

I think it is a bit more than the $25 allowance, but not that much.
SpaceMonk
10-20-2003, 09:06 PM
The 3 finger mitts are great for wheels...IMHO
Hmmm. Does the lifetime warranty at Griots include torn/ripped green foam?
Rob
10-21-2003, 01:24 PM
Since you don't need speed shine, interior cleaner. You don't appreciate how good it works until you have something on the interior that you know won't come out. For example, I had to have the windshield replaced on the e46 and the installer left matching grease smudges on the a pillar liners. I was sure the piece would have to be replaced, but Griot's interior cleaner took it right out.

I am not a fan of the wheel cleaner personally. I have some wheel only wash mits and use soap (car wash soap). I don't notice a difference in effort between using the wheel cleaner and just using the soap. Of course, you have to have a second bucket or change the water before you wash the car.
Roadstergal
10-21-2003, 04:36 PM
Yeah, I have no probelm with the soap on my wheels; I would just like soemthing that can get into the little basketweave crevices. I have no leather in the interior - cloth and vinyl - so I don't really have stains. I have clay and Quick Detailer.

Three finger mitts, hmm - I'll check 'em out.
Mathew
10-21-2003, 05:47 PM
How much is the Speed Shine kit?

I think it is a bit more than the $25 allowance, but not that much.

D'oh

Forgot to actually read the post. Sorry :speechle:
Rob
10-21-2003, 07:54 PM
Yeah, I have no probelm with the soap on my wheels; I would just like soemthing that can get into the little basketweave crevices. I have no leather in the interior - cloth and vinyl - so I don't really have stains. I have clay and Quick Detailer.

Three finger mitts, hmm - I'll check 'em out.

They make some foam things that I used on the e46 wheel crevices. They might work for the basket weave. Let me see if I can find a link. The three finger sponges rock as well.

Here:

http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?L1=L1_1000&L2=L2_1001&SKU=10226