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CVO Technical => Cleaning/Detailing => Topic started by: sqrrl24 on April 03, 2006, 10:26:08 PM
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Been using a product called Dri wash-n-Gaurd. Does anybody Know anything about this product or using it themselves. Looking for feedback on this or any other brand of polish/detailer. What do most of you use. thanks
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Let's go back to the old days......SemiChrome........if you want it to look good, and stay that way....spend the extra few bucks and buy the right stuff (it's expensive, but you only need a little). They even tell ya....a (VERY) little dab will do ya! Only other advise is for the navaguessers boot marks (or melted rubber) on the left rear pipe, get some neverdull (that fiber wadding stuff). Pulls it off almost as fast as she can put it there.....
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Let's go back to the old days......SemiChrome........if you want it to look good,
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I think they're about the same. I have a shoe polish sized can in the garage, and have had it for years. One little speck of this stuff goes a long way.....
All the best
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As I was reading this thread I was thinking am I being negligent to my bike? [smiley=confused5.gif] I have never actually applied chrome polish to my scooter for the purpose of polishing. I have used Mothers Chrome Polish to remove boot scuffmarks, but usually when I wash my bike I "detail" it.
After washing I use leaf blower to get rid of all excess water, then use a chamois to get any residual off. After that I use a clean cotton cloth (old t-shirt) to get rid of any streaking or spotting on chrome.
So far this has been all I've had to do to keep my chrome clean, and polished. I must admit I may wash my scooter more often then some during riding season (usually once a week), and I wipe it down (usually) after each ride, but so far this procedure has worked for me. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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'd00d,
Sounds like you've got a good routine.
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'd00d,
Sounds like you've got a good routine.
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Tell me more about the dustless pads?
mtncop,
Two pads which come highly recommended on this site are the Lyndall Racing Brakes pads, and the DP pads.
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mtncop,
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LRB's work fine cold.
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GRC,
I agree, the stock pads are nothing more than compressed dust (and black even). I just had the A$$ end of my bike apart and couldn'y believe the dust (EVERYWHERE). I'm talking a real pain to clean up too. I'm gonna look into the dustless pads....
Thanks for the tip..
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I use it as a detail wax/polish. I think it is awsome on painted surfaces leaves a very glossy smooth finish. It has a
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I do the wash & leaf blower also. The best soap I've used is from crystal -glo. The stuff is amazing. It really sheets off great. Instead of spraying off the bike to do the final rinse, the best method I've found is taking off the spray nozzel and starting at top of bike letting a full stream of water pour over all surfaces, it really eliminates spotting. Then you only have to use blower in all the crevices. The whole product line of Crystal-Glo is in my opinion the best out their by far. It wraps the bike in a protective acrylic shield!
For metal polish I use Master Formula polish & protectant. There might be better out there, but it works great for me.
For the stubborn bugs I use Wizards bug release. It seems to melt the bugs right off with just a stream of water. Never any scrubbing needed. But I always have crystol glo polish protecting everything so I'm sure that helps. The rest of Wizards products are top shelf also.
I usually carry a very small spray bottle with Meguires Final inspection in it on over night trips along with a cloth in a zip lock bag. And I always use micro fibre detailing cloths.
www.crystal-glo.com
www.master-formula.com
www.wizardsproducts.com
ps. Once you've used the Crystal Glo bike shampoo, you'll never use anything else. It's that impressive IMHO!! It eats up the brake like you've never seen!
I'm always looking for ways to help the scoot look it's best.... thanks for the recommendations! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]
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After washing I use leaf blower to get rid of all excess water, then use a chamois to get any residual off. After that I use a clean cotton cloth (old t-shirt) to get rid of any streaking or spotting on chrome.
I do the same thing, except I bought this product at bike week in 2004.
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SEULTRA & Sqrrl24-
I called Crystal Glo @ 1-800-263-0887 to get dealer info, but there weren't any in my area. So I just placed order over phone. They where very friendly and informative with all my questions I asked them. I ordered the total bike care kit. But I have to order more bike shampoo (big bottle this time).
Give the kit a try, you won't be dissapointed IMHO.
Take care,
Grover
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I do the same thing, except I bought this product at bike week in 2004.
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Check this out it is the CVO of bike dryers.
http://www.customdynamics.com/air-force-blaster_motorcycle-dryer.htm or
www.motorcycledryer.com its the Chit [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]
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Check this out it is the CVO of bike dryers.
http://www.customdynamics.com/air-force-blaster_motorcycle-dryer.htm or
www.motorcycledryer.com
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Check this out it is the CVO of bike dryers.
http://www.customdynamics.com/air-force-blaster_motorcycle-dryer.htm or
www.motorcycledryer.com
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Read about this stuff on http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/glare-polish/glare-polish.htm
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Sounds good.I'm gonna get some [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]
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I have seen these before, but I'm more into "multi-tasking" and for the money my electric leaf blower delivers the same CFM's and can be used to clean the yard also. :-[
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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Most leaf blowers are unfiltered though. So you can ping your paint with the shrapnel picked up by the blower.
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Use the proper tool for the job.Leaf blowers are to blow leaves.Bike dryers are to dry bikes. Isn't that right Professor Don Keenbean. I woke up this morning and fealty like chit ,I had too much to imbibe the evening last. [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]
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Buy one here.
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The best place I have found for the bike blaster is:
http://www.dog-training.com/metro.htm
$165.85 Order MA-B-3 Dryer.
I have ordered a couple of these from this company and they ar great to deal with.
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The best place I have found for the bike blaster is:
http://www.dog-training.com/metro.htm
$165.85 Order MA-B-3 Dryer.
I have ordered a couple of these from this company and they ar great to deal with.
Isn't that funny how if you remove the word "motorcycle" the price drops? :o And you have more of a variety of dryers for your pet. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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Isn't that funny how if you remove the word "motorcycle" the price drops? :o And you have more of a variety of dryers for your pet. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
But what do you care more for? Your bike or some fufu frakking poodle with an attitude and it's own manicurist?
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Isn't that right Professor. I woke up this morning and fealty like chit
Well Martha, fealtying up alone and feeling bad about it is a personal problem. Just be sure and shave your palms before going out in public. ;D
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But what do you care more for?
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Isn't that funny how if you remove the word "motorcycle" the price drops? :o And you have more of a variety of dryers for your pet. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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I especially like the paw prints on the doghouse roof! ;)
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Yeah, 'er 'uh, Ladies and Gentlemen,
This is the BEST Polish I have ever seen. Since 1965, (dam, that was 41 years ago!), when I first started gainful employment in a Filling Station, no other polish, or wax, even comes close. Apply in small areas, with clean cotton cloth, wipe off with clean cotton shine cloth, before it dries. There endeth the lesson. Later--HUBBARD
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Yeah, 'er 'uh, Ladies and Gentlemen,
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Hand cleaner???
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Naw, SE!
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Come on guys! It's not that hard.
http://products3.3m.com/catalog/us/en001/auto_marine_aero/marine/node_GS9BQV32F7gs/root_GST1T4S9TCgv/vroot_GS4JK4Y166ge/bgel_GSFQJ5PZBXbl/gvel_9NQK7NZ8TZgl/theme_us_marine_3_0/command_AbcPageHandler/output_html
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for washing I use a product called s100 can be bought at harley. You want the foam spray not the liquid. It will clean anything you get on bike without sponging just spray on wet bike and rinse off. after you wash a bike if you have soft water dump a gallon or so all around on bike and you wont get any spotting. I also use all wizard products and believe it or not a product called HONDA polish its a spray with great shine , Ken
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HUBBARD... I'm losing it man!.... What is the name of the polish??
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Hand glaze looks like the same sh$t we used years ago in the paint shop. Isn't it a glazing compoud for removing swirl marks from paint??? Does it scatch chrome???? I once used Mothers on a $500 set of Arlens Mess floorboards on my softail.......destroyed them.
Does this stuff have "grit"???
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Hand Glaze, Brother, Hand GlAZE!
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Yeah, 'er 'uh, Ladies and Gentlemen,
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Previous post if you did not see it already....
Read about this stuff on http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/glare-polish/glare-polish.htm It's called GLARE. I've got a new SE Ultra coming in May, so thought I would get a jump on protecting things. Haven't tried it on a bike yet, but tried some on my car and it is absolutely UNBELIEVEABLE You can purchase it directly from them...it ain't cheap, but it's worth it if it lasts as long as they claim. Read the review on the link above, then go to the one below to see all the products they offer...it really is something entirely different from anything on the market. They even claim it will penetrate the clear coat and bond to the base.
http://www.autopolish.net/
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OK You guys know us firefighters HAVE THE CLEANEST CHIT out there. I want you to try Zaino. It is internet order only(or snail mail) and it doesn't get any better. It goes on in stages and it looks good. It is so clear and deep your paint will look like you can reach inside of it. HONEST!
WWW.ZAINOBROS.COM
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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My buddy is hooked on Zaino Brothers products. That's some great stuff also! He tried the crytsal-glo and was quite impressed too. He really liked the wash from crystal-glo.
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My buddy is hooked on Zaino Brothers products. That's some great stuff also! He tried the crytsal-glo and was quite impressed too. He really liked the wash from crystal-glo.
I promise it is the CHIT!!!!! Of all of the stuff I have tried the only complaint I had about Zaino was it was toooo good. I called Sal Zaino and told him of my one complaint, he spit it out right when I did, He told me he gets the same complaint all of the time. All you have to do is download the instructions and follow them to a tee. It is not cheap but the results last a good while.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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I think I'm just as addicted to waxes as I am to chrome.Now I have a choice Zaino or Glare.Which to try? Maybe both who knows but I love that deep wet look [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]
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I think I'm just as addicted to waxes as I am to chrome.Now I have a choice Zaino or Glare.Which to try? Maybe both who knows but I love that deep wet look [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]
BIGDADDY go to Zaino's website and just read his instructions. That will sell you on his product. I have been using it for over 5 years.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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Dawg,
Which of the products are you using?
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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Dawg,
Which of the products are you using?
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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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DOOD I use Z1,2,5,6 and 7 also Z18 and I do buy his applicators. If you use it make sure you use a 100% cotton ONLY towel for wiping. I but them by the bunch at any big retail store also make sure they are american made that does make a difference. If you get good quality and only use them for your vehicles they will last for a good while.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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DOOD forgot to tell you order 1 each of the Z1,2,5 and 18 the Z6 and 7 you will need 2 or 3. This stuff will last you for a long time.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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I promise it is the CHIT!!!!! Of all of the stuff I have tried the only complaint I had about Zaino was it was toooo good.
I was pointed here after posting in another section seeking cleaning/waxing advice. I'm glad I dropped in here.
Since Fireman have the shiniest stuff around, I am going to jump in and order the Zaino. The only question I have is do you use it on the Chrome parts too?
Stay safe.
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Yes I use it on chrome as well. Do not use it on your motor powder coated parts though. Or at least I have not.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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Yes I use it on chrome as well. Do not use it on your motor powder coated parts though. Or at least I have not.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
And this work well as a chrome sealer?
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Especially on the chrome frames to wheelchairs [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]
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Especially on the chrome frames to wheelchairs [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif]
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Interesting what 5 yrs does to a product, isn't it?