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Depends, how far down the rabbit hole would you like to go?.... For repelling dust the best solution I've seen is ceramic coatings. For waterless wash someone else will have to help as I have no experience with that.

 

Optimum No Rinse or Shine Supply Eco Shine are the two best quick detailers / waterless washes in my opinion, but neither will leave a sealant behind. CarPro Ech20 leaves a little bit.

As far as a quick detail spray with good sealant qualities, Shine Supply Spiked Punch is my favorite. It’s expensive though so I don’t use it a ton.

 

I like P&S Paint Gloss as a good quick detailer. I have also been using Gtechniq C2v3 instead of Bead Maker for a Sealant/Drying Aid. C2v3 is a little more $, but you don't need as much and lasts longer.

 

Does the P&S Paint Gloss need to be buffed after initial wipe down?

 

Yep, spray on, wipe off

 

Yeah sand and repaint also they are charging for removal from truck but I already told them I'd bring the pieces in off the truck already.

 

What's weird is I called my local dealership and they told me this company is who they use when they paint parts, thats why I called them. I'll call again and see how much it would be to go through the dealer.

 

It's $150 for a new pair. I would ask them to quote you on just painting a new pair and you handle the removal and replacement.

Edit:

If I'm adding it correctly it should be

$150 parts
$350 painting (based on there numbers)

 

Check with Sparks Parts and see if they’ll give you a quote on painted ones. They do it on mirror caps and other parts, don’t see why they won’t do these.

If not, just get new ones and get some estimates from a few local shops. I paid 100 bucks to have mirror caps painted. These are about the same size, so I don’t see why you can’t find something similar. That’d be $250+tax and shipping all in.

 

When looking on sparks website they don't offer them painted so ill have to call for a special quote. Looked on ebay and there are some painted black already but I've always been weary of ebay.

 

You can use the message feature on Spark’s site. They usually respond pretty quickly.

 

Went thorough some bottles of Dr Beasley’s today. The product was easy to use and did a fair job of cleaning film like crap off.

 

Which Dr Beasleys product(s)?

 

So I just starting going down the detailing rabbit hole about 6 months ago and with plenty of research and speaking with the gurus from this forum I think I have my kit dialed in. Big thanks to @Swfltoyomafia @Ckatz53 and @War Machine for answering questions and giving their honest options.

My kit is as followed along with a bunch of microfiber towels

And it all fits nicely in one of those black tots with the yellow lids.

 

Nice collection. How well do you like the Invisible glass? Thought about trying some.

 

Its okay. I'm actually considering trying the Griot's Garage glass cleaning kit. Not sure if anyone has any experience with it.

 

Thanks, I just picked up the polish and pads from Griots. Guess I should look into there sealant too.

 

Need more towels.

 

I've used their glass polish but not the full kit. Good for getting very minor etching and defects out of glass. Be mindful of how hot you get the glass if you use this.

 

Let me know how it works out for you. I need to get a DA polisher.

 

Oh I think I have enough for now. Haha. Maybe another drying microfiber towel.

 

Not meaning to be a smart a... , but after a weekend boot camp, one thing I learned was I had to double my towel inventory. I’m pretty sure I am responsible for most of the surface scratches on my truck. I would not have come to this conclusion on my own, no Einstein in my lineage.

 

You didn't come off that way bud. I have 20 edgeless(4 different colors),4 wax, 4 glass, and like 20 all purpose and the 1 drying. Can't fit anymore in my total. Haha.

 

I have the griots glass kit and have been happy with the polish but to tell ya the truth rainX works better then the sealant. I actually think liquid bar keepers friend and a scotch bright pad followed by invisible glass and lastly rainX is the best I’ve come up with.

 

I'm going to have to try that out tomorrow when I wash the truck.

 

Just don’t get liquid BKF on the paint!!!

 

Their sealant is only average....I had some and gave it away

 

Huge fan of Sprayway... it’s cheap, you can pick it up pretty much anyplace... it’s been my go to for years

 

Now just wait till you start ordering 4l jugs. Your gonna need more black and yellows

 

I’ve used the polish and pads with good success. Their glass clay works well also. Haven’t tried the sealant, or actually any dedicated glass sealant. I generally use Hydro2 or Powerlock on glass.
Like @Swfltoyomafia said though, Barkeeper’s Friend cleans glass better than any of it. Just have to be careful and keep it off the paint.