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I would go with a pre wash before the contact wash, then chemical decontamination - iron fallout and tar (if required) before claying.

I would also recommend polishing after claying as sometimes that process can induce some light marring. Something like Super Resin Polish should do the trick. You can then wax over the top.
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Thanks for that NeilS.
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@Rizmo Maybe some night time reading >> https://www.autobritedirect.co.uk/6-steps-of-detailing/ <<

I do tend to follow the process of NeilS though. Don't tell him ;)
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That’s a good read. Simple and to the point.

Don’t follow me as I often get lost in my own little world 😆
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NeilS wrote: Wed Aug 25, 2021 9:53 am That’s a good read. Simple and to the point.

Don’t follow me as I often get lost in my own little world 😆
Without having to read through 35 pages.. would it be possible to list recommended products for each step.. ie best tar and bug remover etc.. cheers
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Product recommendation is subjective as everyone will have different opinions and I can only comment on what I have tried.

If you want simple products that do as they say on the tin and need no special ninja-esque skills to apply and that are readily available, then you can’t go wrong with Autoglym.
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Thanks for the info sinlessUK.
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Currently been using the below but I'm on the lookout for a new one, (the rubber end cap has fell off). Any recommendations?
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For wheels or other fiddly areas?
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NeilS wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 11:49 am For wheels or other fiddly areas?
Wheels....
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