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Raymond Golson
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• Piscataway, NJ, USA |
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 Posted:12/29/2003 19:33 |
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Guys and ladies,
Blacked out 03 is driving me crazy  (in regards to keeping it semi clean), what do you all use to keep the swirls down to a minimum?? I use turtle wax quick wax and black magic detailer... I love the truck but I am seriously thinking of going to the white/gold 03 Bauer version that my dealer has on the lot 
Any and all assistance appreciated
2000 Excursion Ltd 4x4, Air Raid, Good Year 305x70x16 on stock rim, Reflex shocks, ACCER DVD system, JVC audio system, stainless steel bug shield - TRADED! Black 2003 Excursion Ltd 4x4, loaded! SWAPPED! White 2003 Excursion Eddie Bauer, loaded also! Will stay stock for the winter months ahead! |
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cwbyinjeep
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• Atlanta, GA, USA |
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• Registered on 8/5/2003 |
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Posted:12/29/2003 21:54 |
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foam/synthetic buffing pad the only way to go. I had my buffed by a buddy and then he applied a 3M sealer that seems to be holding up very well. Makes it easy to do half ass details that look good for a while.
Bobby Wooldridge
BMW Motorcycles of Atlanta
2000 Ford Excursion LTD 4x4/ TTS Performance 3way chip/ Suncoast Transmission& Torque Converter/4"exhaust&downpipe/Autometer/K&N air charger kit/ 33"BFG AllTerrains/Rancho9000's/149k/dual yellow top optimas
1991 Jeep Wrangler/4.0L/Ford HP Dana 60fr/ff dana 60rear/nv3550/AtlasII 4.3/40"boggers/Beadlocks/5.13 gears/Detroits front&rear/dual yellow top optimas/WarnHS9500I/and too many custom doo dads to list |
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LANDYOT
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• Subscriber since 11/23/2003 |
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• Newport News, VA, USA |
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• Registered on 7/15/2003 |
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Posted:12/29/2003 22:14 |
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"Liquid Gold" ... the only car wax worth a flip ... and it's expensive, too ... but like a lot of expensive stuff (the "X" included), it's worth it. That "everyday" car wax is for those who haven't learned a thing or two from the "show" crowd ... like how Lemon Pledge leaves a very nice finish on tires ... makes 'em look new ... not shiny ... tires ain't supposed to be shiny ... but new-lookin' is cool. |
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Raymond Golson
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• Piscataway, NJ, USA |
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• Registered on 8/19/2002 |
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Posted:12/30/2003 06:14 |
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Cwbyinjeep,
Thanks much!! Will invest in a couple of them 
Landyot,
I have heard that before about the lemon pledge, just never did it... I normally use the "shiny stuff"  and than wipe the tires down, leaves a satin finish and there is no fling off on the just wax truck. Liquid Gold, will give it a try
Thanks again guys 
2000 Excursion Ltd 4x4, Air Raid, Good Year 305x70x16 on stock rim, Reflex shocks, ACCER DVD system, JVC audio system, stainless steel bug shield - TRADED! Black 2003 Excursion Ltd 4x4, loaded! SWAPPED! White 2003 Excursion Eddie Bauer, loaded also! Will stay stock for the winter months ahead! |
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Orf
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• Pittsburgh, PA, USA |
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Posted:12/30/2003 08:17 |
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If you have some time to put into it, try the Zaino products. I don't think I've read anything about Zaino in these forums, but maybe I didn't go back far enough. Most people who try Zaino, swear by it.
Go here: http://www.zainostore.com
I have used Zaino in the past and it does work extremely well, but it does take a long time to do it right. Last year I switched to Adam's Polishes. I like it better than Zaino, only for the comparative ease of use. You still have to work at it, but it doesn't take nearly as much time.
Go here: http://www.adamspolishes.com
Two things I learned from owning my black Expedition:
1. Dark vehicles, especially black, require much more time and effort to keep the paint looking new.
2. I will not buy another black vehicle.
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Jon R
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• manchester, NH, USA |
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• Registered on 1/29/2003 |
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Posted:12/30/2003 08:50 |
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Meguiars Gold Class is the best wax i have ever used
makes the black have an unbelievable shine and depth
it also lasts a long time ( 4 months ) |
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Raymond Golson
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• Piscataway, NJ, USA |
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• Registered on 8/19/2002 |
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Posted:12/30/2003 09:03 |
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Orf,
I seem to remember someone posting some pictures of their X after they used Zaino (picture was to really show the Speed Grill but included mention of wax)... Same here brother, never another black vehicle will I own  BUT I will say, DAMN, nothing prettier than a black truck when it is clean 
John R,
Is this the same wax as LandYot mentioned?
2000 Excursion Ltd 4x4, Air Raid, Good Year 305x70x16 on stock rim, Reflex shocks, ACCER DVD system, JVC audio system, stainless steel bug shield - TRADED! Black 2003 Excursion Ltd 4x4, loaded! SWAPPED! White 2003 Excursion Eddie Bauer, loaded also! Will stay stock for the winter months ahead! |
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Jon R
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• manchester, NH, USA |
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Posted:12/30/2003 11:07 |
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no, i think liquid gold is made by Mother's |
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Raymond Golson
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• Piscataway, NJ, USA |
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Posted:12/30/2003 12:03 |
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OH, OK, thanks! I always get my vehicles detailed before the real winter weather arrives and again hen the real warm weather arrives so will be getting the truck detailed pretty soon and than purchase the items suggested by my fellow X lovers  
Thanks again guys!
2000 Excursion Ltd 4x4, Air Raid, Good Year 305x70x16 on stock rim, Reflex shocks, ACCER DVD system, JVC audio system, stainless steel bug shield - TRADED! Black 2003 Excursion Ltd 4x4, loaded! SWAPPED! White 2003 Excursion Eddie Bauer, loaded also! Will stay stock for the winter months ahead! |
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Cobra427
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• Fremont, CA, USA |
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• Registered on 1/24/2003 |
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 Posted:12/30/2003 17:31 |
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I use Zaino on my cars, and I'm especially picky about my Superformance Cobra. It goes on really easy, buffs off easy, lasts a long time, and is very reflective. I use their Z5 to minimize the slight swirls that are created thru normal hand washing and such on my Ex and my '01 GT Bullitt, then finish with a coat or two of Z2 Show Polish.
Have Fun,
Randy R...
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