Who uses what to clean where?

tam_shops · Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2013 10:02 pm Post subject:

Thanks! So, if I just put NuFinish on, I can't use wax for awhile then, right? Technically NuFinish says it's the once a year finish, but I notice the fading after more like 6 months.
tam

WestyDreamer · Samba Member Joined: December 22, 2011 Posts: 157

I used the New Finish product on my Fiberglass Poptop.
Now I'd like to try the Penetrol Product on the Top.

So-ooooo

How the heck do I get the New Finish off to use the Penetrol?
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tam_shops · Posted: Tue Nov 05, 2013 8:11 pm Post subject:

IDK specifically NuFinish, but on the Penetrol thread Kamz explained how she cleaned her top before adding the Penetrol.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3...p;start=80

Someone on there also specifically told me not to put it there (thinking I'd done it) not sure why, but you may have to wait before adding anything else up there...

tam

tam_shops · Posted: Sat Mar 22, 2014 9:37 am Post subject:

I have some black grease marks on the front of my new to me canvas, dish soap usually gets that out, but didn't this time. I'm going to try that Orange hand cleaner you use to wash your hands when you're working on your car. The *authentic* stuff my dad used to have at the shop, was WAY better than the Orange stuff I buy at Walmart.

AND, some rust stains. I've already tried Lemon & Hydrogen Peroxide. And, of course all my other usual stain removers.

Problem w/ stains like these, they've been heat set by being in the Vanagon over the summer...

Anyone have any other ideas for grease and/or rust?

Thanks!

tam
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dhaavers · Posted: Sat Mar 22, 2014 9:59 am Post subject:

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tam_shops · Posted: Sat Mar 22, 2014 10:40 am Post subject:

Thanks! Found it at Walmart! Will see if the Canadian Walmart has it, otherwise will order some from the American one! Smile

Will let everyone know if it works!

tam
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Whink-Rust-Stain-Remover-16-fl-oz/15716648

tam_shops · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2014 7:57 pm Post subject:

WHEELS! Had to guess that was coming! LOL

What do you use to clean the grease off your wheels? I've already tried scrubbing with the stuff I use to wash my car with, dish soap, fantastic, and that bug and tar remover Kam suggested. I can now see SOME silver. LOL

I just bought some Cimoniz from CT and then googled it. Seems the two reviews I read no one had problems. And no one that replied liked it. It has some sort of acid in it. I see now that it has "corrosive" on the bottle. So I read the super fine print with my bifocals tipped all the way down, it says something about not using it on polished aluminum. Does that apply to my E320s? They aren't really *polished* like the CLK320s, but certainly have a clear coat of some sort on them that is damaged.

If you can't use the stuff on alloys, what's the point of it? LOL I've never seen anyone w/ hubcaps go out and buy 3 different cleaners to get the hubcaps clean. Well, ok, maybe I did but my Vanagon hubcaps were really dirty when I got them! Wink

So what DO I use for the 1/4" grime inside the wheel. I already got the outside clean and out of site out of mind just doesn't cut it for me. LOL

Oooh, hot water in the shower stall?

Thanks!

tam
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Dampcamper · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2014 8:24 pm Post subject:

A gentle powdered cleaner, probably used by my Grandmother's mother. Non-scratching, mostly it's limestone and Feldspar. They came out with a new formulation a while back but I've still got a couple of cans of the old stuff so don't know if it works any better.
I use it on plastic (formica), painted surfaces (I've removed overspray with it) and as the first step in cleaning the window glass if there is any crud on it.
Good for your fiberglass hot tub, too.

Merian · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2014 8:45 pm Post subject:

I use a spray bleach product for mold and baby moss here in the Great NW.

tam_shops · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2014 10:17 pm Post subject:

You use Bon Ami on your aluminum wheels? I've never actually seen it and use Comet or Ajax myself. Looked it up, seems it's less abrasive than what I have and is known for cleaning aluminum. I will check Target/Walmart next time I'm in the States. Thanks!

Dampcamper · Posted: Wed Mar 26, 2014 12:10 am Post subject:

tam_shops · Posted: Wed Mar 26, 2014 5:16 pm Post subject:

My project once the kids go to bed tonight! Thanks!

I found the Bon Ami at Ace Hardware in Blaine WA. Yeah!

tam

Chuey · Posted: Fri Mar 28, 2014 7:52 am Post subject:

I guess I saw this too late to be of help to Tam but I'll put this here for future folk. For the same wheel cleaning task and many others, I use "Spray 9". I don't like to breathe any chemical fumes and try to avoid these, as well. It's not a strong smell but I can't imagine any chemicals being good to breathe.

The other product I use for cleaning greasy car parts is "S 100". It is a motorcycle cleaning product from Germany. Won't harm surfaces and is effective.

With both products, the backs of wheels will need scrubbing as well. But more like 15 min. each to get super clean.

I think you can find Spray 9 in some auto stores and S 100 is at most motorcycle shops.

Chuey

tam_shops · Posted: Fri Mar 28, 2014 8:30 am Post subject:

Thanks, will try the Spray 9 on the cracks I couldn't get into. There are still a few dirty spots. My preference always goes to affordable and non-toxic non-corrosive first, then if I can't get the job done, I'll try something more aggressive...I also don't want to damage the finish.

There are still some little tiny pits/holes (inside the spokes) with dirt in them and then the cracks and corners.

Oh, do I need to and/or can I put a layer of wax (or something??) on them once I am happy with them?

Thanks for all the tips everyone!

tam

Chuey · Posted: Fri Mar 28, 2014 9:46 am Post subject:

Wax on - wax off, Grasshopper.

Once it is on the vehicle, you most likely won't ever wax them again, though.

Chuey

tam_shops · Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 3:46 pm Post subject:

Wax on with this? On the wheels? Or on the Vanagon? I used NuFinish last year on the Vanagon. Can I use this on both the wheels and the metal?

So far I used the metal cleaner/finisher Kam suggested last year. It looks good. I've used nothing on the inside, yet...

http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-123R-Super-Liqu...turtle+wax

Or THIS? It's specifically for metal?

http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-280RA-Chrome-Re...turtle+wax

Then there was also this one, but the other looked easier to use:

http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-222R-Super-Shel...turtle+wax

I also found THIS. Can I use it on the Vanagon? On the scratched metal? Shocked

The original owners didn't put a clear coat of any kind on it when they bought it new. Sad

http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-T-415-Premium-Com...turtle+wax

tam_shops · Posted: Sat Apr 12, 2014 9:34 pm Post subject:

Simple Green ROCKS! I forget who suggested it to me, thank you to you!
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I used it to clean my hubcaps today and with hardly any scrubbing, I pretty much gave up on them last year after scrubbing and scrubbing and having them still look dirty...Sprayed w/ Simple Green and my general car wash scrub brush and WOW, do they look great. If I didn't hate hubcaps so much, I might be sad to see them go. Wink

I also noticed when using the metal polish that I'd scrubbed the inside of my new wheels so much that I appear to have scrubbed some of the finish (paint?) off. It's the inside and they're clean and now have metal polish on them. Do I also need to wax them?

Also, which do people prefer and why NuFinish, Turtle Wax or something else? My bottle of NuFinish is finished. I'd bought a bottle of Turtle Wax, but wound up using the Metal Polish on my wheels. Just debating keeping vs returning it. My Vanagon does not have any kind of clear coat finish on it, unlike my car...Shame!

Oh, and for all the black plastic'ish exterior parts (mirrors, grills, bumper end caps, and wipers), what do people PUT on them to clean them up and revive them a bit?

How do you get NuFinish off the above black parts when you get a bit on here and there.

Finally, super sad, did my Spring Cleaning today (wash, vacuum and NuFinish) and found *several* rust spots in my wheel wells. One above the stove window (that I'd put paint on last year and is now bigger). And, a spot that looks like it was once repaired (be weary of old repairs) near the foot well and now doesn't look right, as the cancer grows. Shocked

Top of repair list!

tam
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kamzcab86 · Posted: Sat Apr 12, 2014 9:54 pm Post subject:

tam_shops · Posted: Sat Apr 12, 2014 10:11 pm Post subject:

THANKS!

Curious why you do not like NuFinish? Will see if I can swap the Turtle Wax for Meguiars at Canadian Tire. Think you've said before you like Meguiars, will just start checking for that in general. Got their plastic cleaner last time I was shopping.

This shoe dye?

http://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-118-006-2-5-Leather-Bla...i+shoe+dye

This protectant?

http://www.amazon.com/303-Products-30350-Aerospace...protectant

How do I know if I need the shoe dye or the Forever Black? Mine is a general dull grey colour. It really wasn't *as* noticeable, until I got those great DRLs!

Thanks!

tam

Moderator edit: Smaller product photos inserted.
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Making it special:
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kamzcab86 · Posted: Sun Apr 13, 2014 9:51 am Post subject:


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