When it comes to having a nice truck, there are many aspects that play into it, like cool wheels and bitchen paint. One problem with that is if your cool wheels are covered in brake dust and your paint is all scratched, you still won't get the acclaim you are looking for. Most of the people who are into the truck scene have a great eye for seeing problems with someone else's ride. There is one sure-fire way to have them see your custom style instead of the dirty wheelwells-detailing! We are going to assume you know to some degree how to care for your truck's paint. Wash it when it's dirty. Yeah, yeah, but wouldn't you like to know more? That is what this story is all about: how to give your truck a deep cleaning, like the one you give the truck just before you sell it. Anyway, we will break down when to use what product to produce a great shine and some cool detailing tips we have learned over years of scrubbing.
1. Wash 1. There is not a...
1. Wash
1. There is not a lot to think about when it comes to washing truck, but here are a few little tips to get you started on the right path. First off, don't use dish soap; it's too aggressive for auto paint. So, pick up a bottle of vehicle-specific soap like Armor All's Wash and Wax.
2. Also, pick up a bucket...
2. Also, pick up a bucket that has a grate system in the bottom, like this red one we got from Black Magic, to keep the mitt from sitting in the dirt sediment. We have a second bucket for cleaning the wheels, which we'd recommend, because you don't want the small brake dust particles ending up in your wash mitt. Speaking of mitts, Meguiar's new microfiber mitt holds loads of soap and is very delicate on the paint. Wash the truck from top to bottom-the roof is usually cleaner than the rockers-out of the direct sunlight, if possible.
3. Use your wheel brush on...
3. Use your wheel brush on the billet grille, since it also does a great job of getting between the bars.
4. The wheels and tires are...
4. The wheels and tires are next on the list. If you're not sure what kind of material your rims are made of or the finish they have, such as clearcoat, anodized, and so on, be sure to use a "safe for all wheel types" cleaner like Eagle One's All Wheel and Tire.
5. Working one wheel at a...
5. Working one wheel at a time, spray the cleaner from the bottom to the top to prevent runs. Use a brush to get into all the nooks and crannies. Then, rinse and dry.