http://guidetodetailing.com Car detailing articles, car care advise, detailing product reviews. Guide to Detailing David W. Bynon (mailto:admin@guidetodetailing.com) http://guidetodetailing.com/images/gtd.gif http://guidetodetailing.com You have a lot invested in your car To help protect your investment and keep your vehicle looking like it did the day you bought it consider buying a quality car cover This article provides the information you need to select the best car cover for your vehicle including custom fit car covers and semi custom fit car covers http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=66 2008-08-18 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) The Wolfgang Duo 30 includes Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 30 and Wolfgang Finishing Glaze 30 Both polishes were developed by Wolfgang and Menzerna using a combination of Wolfgangs diminishing abrasive technology and Menzernas groundbreaking nano technology for ceramic clear coats The resulting polishes are exceedingly effective versatile and userfriendly perfect for any vehicle and any detailer http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=65 2008-08-16 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) Not long ago I had an unfortunate parking lot accident A tired employee backed into my pride and joy crumpling and tearing the plastic bumper cap on the rear of the car The end result was a 4200 repair bill The repair was perfect but it left me wondering and asking a lot of questions about the use of plastics on cars http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=64 2003-01-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Dull yellow headlight lens covers reduce the amount of light output by the headlights which causes poor illumination of the road and decreased driver visibility The Diamondite Clear Plastic Kit is an effective system for consumers to correct and clarify oxidized headlight lens covers and improve their visibility during night driving All you need is an electric drill to restore polycarbonate headlight lenses found on most cars today http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=63 2008-08-01 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) The term car detailing has a lot of different meanings To some it means having their car washed and waxed To others its a full cleaning and protection service including having the interior shampooed and the engine steam cleaned To car enthusiasts a fully detailed car is a work of art to be displayed http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=61 2005-08-02 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Lynn Phillips spends a day with Benson and resolves a myriad of paint problems on his new Corvette http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=60 2005-07-28 Lynn Phillips (mailto:lynn@bettercarcare.com) I think it39s time for a completely different discussion about paint polishing What I strive to achieve is the highest level of paint perfection without altering the structure of the paint Once I get there I want to use the proper tools and techniques to keep my paint looking perfect http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=57 2005-05-10 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Damaged CDs and DVDs are a common problem Is it really possible to fix skipping and other problems with a cleaner http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=56 2005-05-09 Lynn Phillips (mailto:lynn@bettercarcare.com) No matter what youre doing the right tools make all the difference Detailing your car can be easy or miserable you decide Using a poor quality towel or wash mitt can leave swirl marks and other paint damage http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=55 2005-05-04 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Lynn Phillips tries Autoglym Glass Polish and clears up a hazy Corvette http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=54 2005-03-21 Lynn Phillips (mailto:lynn@bettercarcare.com) I started my annual garage cleanup last week Its never a fun chore but its always revealing When I got to my detailing supply cabinet I noticed something very telling In fact it was so blatantly obvious it made me think is this happening in other garages What was so obvious is that all of my cans of Carnauba paste wax had migrated to the back of cabinet Even my beloved Pinnacle Souveran and P21S Carnauba Wax were on the back row Has Carnauba wax become a Dinosaur http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=51 2005-03-21 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Car financing is one of the most misunderstood and abused areas of car sales Did you know that car financing is a major profit generator for many car dealerships In this article David Bynon reveals how dealerships often take advantage of customers and how not to be one of those unfortunate people http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=50 2004-05-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Master detailer Peggy Becker shares a few thoughts with us on towel and applicator care As Peggy says quotIt39s not like it used to bequot http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=49 2004-06-07 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) Since 1986 I have recommended Klasse to thousands of car owners and professional detailers With very few exceptions everyone who has tried the product from my recommendation reported back with the same conclusion Klasse simply works better Now I39m not one to say quotneverquot but in my testing Klasse continues to outperform all but the most expensive polymers available http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=48 2004-07-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) If I had to name a single product that has caused the most excitement and confusion among car appearance enthusiasts in the past ten years it would have to be the Porter Cable 7424 Car Polisher The Porter Cable is no longer the only car polisher choice for the serious car enthusiast http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=47 2004-05-25 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) The improvements in clearcoat paint technology have started a distressing trend at new car dealerships Many new car salesmen are telling their clients that the paint on their new car is maintenancefree This could not be further from the truth While the improved paint technology has created a longer lasting finish the finish does oxidize and it is not impervious to environmental conditions It requires regular care http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=46 2004-04-13 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Watch for COPS The statement is not as much about avoiding tickets as it is about being mindful of whats going on around you on the road How Simple really look ahead look behind and look to your sides Most people rely on their mirrors most when they are changing lanes to avoid getting in another driver39s way If this is how you use your mirrors then Im afraid youre missing the point and youre well on your way to becoming yet another road casualty http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=45 2004-04-08 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) There is an interesting offering of microfiber products for automotive detailing including towels applicators gloves dusters and wash mitts In the towels category alone you will find dozens of different weaves material weights fabric blends colors and sizes It39s almost dizzying when you look at the different products sidebyside http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=44 2004-02-09 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Your car insurance policy is a custom package of several coverages When you purchase insurance you choose the coverage that best suits your needs Typically the more you have to lose the more coverage protection you need to purchase http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=43 2004-02-09 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Is silicone getting a bad rap in car care products Mike Phillips Author and Meguiar39s detailing guru debunks the myth for Better Car Care http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=42 2004-02-09 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) A casual BMW M3 owner asks me why I39m so picky about where I park If he only knew what dangers lurk in the darkness he39d be picky too This month I explore what you can do to keep your car YOURS and looking good for years to come http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=40 2004-01-05 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Paint polishing and restoration expert Mike Phillips shares with us why he dislikes white paint and the valuable lesson it teaches us http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=39 2004-01-03 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) As long as there have been cars on the road there have been professional detailers In the 1940s professional detailing shifted from services rendered to elite motorcar owners to a car dealership service Until the 1970s most car dealerships had a staff of professional detailers Economic changes forced dealerships to contract detailing ut to the lowest bidder spawing the booming detailing business we have today http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=37 2003-12-01 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Many wellintentioned car owners use one cleaner as a generalpurpose tool for detailing I often hear people say they use a product like Simple Green or an engine degreaser to clean everything from wheels to carpets In my opinion this is both dangerous and harmful to the car Learn why http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=36 2003-12-13 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Car care cleaning and waxing doesnt have to be difficult With the latest wipeon walk away protection products from Ultima you can give your car 360 degrees of clear coat protection faster easier and less expensively that you might imagine http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=35 2008-02-08 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) 303 Product39s Roger Dyer weighs in on High Tech Fabric Guard http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=34 2003-12-03 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) The recent fires here in Southern California raised havoc with car finishes As if the salt air and bone dry climate were not bad enough the ash that fell blanketed everything It reminded me of winter In this article I will explore how to keep your car in shape through winter39s worst http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=33 2003-12-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Meguiar39s Educational Series of howto videos is a culmination of over 100 years of fine tuning formulas and perfecting techniques that consistently exceed the demanding requirements of professionals and enthusiasts How To Remove Paint Defects was digitized and republished in web format with permission Copyrightc 2002 Meguiar39s Inc Irvine CA http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=31 2003-12-12 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) Stepbystep instructions to a doityourself cosmetic wheel repair http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=30 2003-08-20 Industry Contributor (mailto:david@autopia.org) Today there are more choices than ever in paint protection products Hype abounds so regardless of what kind of car you drive or the car wax product you choose you need to know the facts http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=29 2003-01-13 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) People often ask me how I make and keep my cars looking so pictureperfect What wax do you use is the question that comes up most often Unfortunately its not quite that simple If you want the perfect shine you have to do a little work and you have to work to keep it maintained If your cars paint is relatively new and in excellent condition getting the perfect shine will be far less work than a car that39s five or more years old with heavy oxidation http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=28 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Youd be hard pressed to find a car on the road that does not have paint chips and parking lot scratches While good detailing practices cant prevent nicks and scratches repairing them will restore your cars like new appearance In this article I discuss the methods Ive used for years to repair chips and minor scratches http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=27 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) The modern roadster is a masterpiece of beauty performance and superior engineering We own these wonderful machines because they warm our soul Like you my blood stirs each time I twist the key and the engine comes to life Top down sun on my back wind in my face eating up the road could anything be better http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=26 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Did you know a detailed engine increases the resale value of your car It39s a well known fact that people who take the time and effort to detail their engines also take better care of their cars Mechanics too realize that a clean engine belongs to someone who cares for their car and they will take the time to do the repair or service work correctly http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=25 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Washing your car every week can be a time consuming proposition In this day and age of rushing about 12hour workdays and traffic jams the last thing you have time for is washing the car Yet if youre like me you hate to have a dirty car So what do you do http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=22 2003-01-12 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) No one likes the thought of taking their car to the body and paint shop Horror stories abound How many times have you listened to the stories about swirl marks paint that didn39t match after three months overspray on the rest of the car and so on I could go on and on with some of the stories I39ve heard even longer with what I have experienced http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=20 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Trim is anything the manufacturer or you apply to the car to enhance its style and appearance It is trim that makes the difference between an otherwise plainlooking car and a sharp automobile However due to the time involved in maintaining trim it is often overlooked http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=18 2003-01-07 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Many people assume that waxing and polishing are synonymous In fact they are two different processes Professional detailers and showcar owners know the secret to an awardwinning finish is properly cleaning and polishing the surface prior to waxing http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=17 2003-01-14 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Swirl marks and water spots are like the plague they seem to come from nowhere and spread like crazy Learn more about this common automotive surface care problem and how to manage your cars paint to keep it swirl and spotfree http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=15 2003-01-11 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Car detailing clay is the modern way to remove contamination from your cars paint and glass In this article you will learn the proper way to use a detail clay bar and discover detailing clay alternatives http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=14 2004-04-04 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Regular vacuuming and dusting of your cars interior is the best way to keep it looking good However surface cleaning alone is not enough Two to three times a year you will need to detail the upholstery to keep it looking its best http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=11 2003-01-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Washing and drying your car is like changing the oil If you dont do it regularly youll pay for it later Keeping your car clean through regular washing will help your avoid a gaggle of paint glass and trim problems This guide will show you how to properly wash your car and introduce you to the tools you need to do the job right http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=9 2003-01-15 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) The wheel has been with us since about the fourth millennium BC It still has the power to stir the soul After all its what moves us Find out how to care for this essential component of your car Our tire and wheel care guide will show you how http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=8 2003-01-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Summer is tar sap and bug season In the summer months bugs are at full population trees produce more sap and the heat softens the asphalt producing tar balls on tires While tar and tree sap can be difficult to remove they do not present a threat to your paint39s finish Bug stains like bird droppings are very acidic and represent a significant danger to the beauty of your paint and trim This chapter discusses the proper way to deal with these common detailing problems http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=7 2003-01-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org) Perfectly clean windows are easy when you know the secrets Learn how to clean windows the easy way and keep them clean with new glass care solutions http://guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=5 2003-01-03 David Bynon (mailto:david@autopia.org)