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Old 05-05-2016, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by 04BenFX4
Clay barred the truck today. What a difference it makes in the feel of the paint. Gives it a deeper shine too. Very happy with it. Feels a million times better. Felt like fine grit sand paper before even after waxing. Now feels glossy and new. If you haven't done this: do it.

Picture is just with clay bar and detailer spray wiped dry with microfiber. No wax.
I would wax asap. Clay bar removes all impurities from the paint including wax. It definitely needs a good carnauba waxing.
Old 05-05-2016, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by bbrad1775
I would wax asap. Clay bar removes all impurities from the paint including wax. It definitely needs a good carnauba waxing.
Some tire shine would make it look even better. Just make sure you give it time to dry so it doesn't fling onto the paint
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So I ordered a 1.5" front level kit for my Expedition since the rear is way high with the strut conversion I did. Cool thing is I went to take it for an alignment, and the guy that does them at the tire shop was out sick and the service manager couldnt find my number. He felt bad that I drove 15 miles for nothing and offered to do the alignment for free. That gave me time to consider doing the level kit, which I just ordered. I sure hope its as easy to install as the videos I watched. Looks to be swaybar end link, upper ball joint, brake line bracket and the 3 strut bolts. Since I just replaced all that stuff, should be a breeze.
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Got some mulch today. Truck squatted haha
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Originally Posted by Project_Red
Got some mulch today. Truck squatted haha
Old 05-06-2016, 07:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Project_Red
Got some mulch today. Truck squatted haha
Same here, brother! 10 bags
Old 05-06-2016, 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by bbrad1775
I would wax asap. Clay bar removes all impurities from the paint including wax. It definitely needs a good carnauba waxing.
That's today's plan!
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Originally Posted by JoeyMobile
Some tire shine would make it look even better. Just make sure you give it time to dry so it doesn't fling onto the paint
Tomorrows plan! Reason for all of this detailing is my Prom is tomorrow and myself and my truck have to dress to impress. Haha
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I know we were all discussing restoring our plastics... has anyone tried the Duplicolor PRC100 plastic restore stuff yet? It looks like a dry film silicone spray.

http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00G75RKUK
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Originally Posted by elricfate
I know we were all discussing restoring our plastics... has anyone tried the Duplicolor PRC100 plastic restore stuff yet? It looks like a dry film silicone spray.

http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00G75RKUK
I don't see how a dry silicone would restore plastic. The reason why plastic fades is because the oils in it evaporates. To properly restore plastic you need to put oil back into it. Dry silicone seems like it would be a good top dressing to help protect it but not a good thing to use for restoration. I use dry silicone on my suspension parts to help with squeaks because it has no oils and wont attract dirt and grime. That being said, they may have some type of additive that accomplishes that. Only one way to find out.


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