[MichaelB1969]

Hi all, new member here with a car on order. Over the years I have gone through many, many different car care products.

Here's a list I created for someone with the products I currently rely on. Figured I'd paste it in if helpful! That said, always open to trying something new if anyone has strong recommendations!

Wax equivalent (VOC-free and REACH compliant)
https://www.amazon.com/IGL-Coatings-.../dp/B085SYSNGD

Polish
https://www.amazon.com/Pinnacle-Blac.../dp/B00GHVYHBE

Car wash
https://www.amazon.com/Pinnacle-Blac.../dp/B015Y526RA

Clay bar equivalent
https://www.amazon.com/Nanoskin-AS-0.../dp/B00DOS0LH2

Lubricant for use with the clay bar equivalent
https://www.amazon.com/Nanoskin-NA-G.../dp/B00DOS0KC8

General-purpose cleaner
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VBA8FK

Wheel cleaner
https://www.amazon.com/Sonax-230400-.../dp/B07Y48R3YQ

Microfiber towels
https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys...dp/B00A8MZ7IA/

Microfiber applicators
https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys.../dp/B00BJCN7Z8

Wash mitt
https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys.../dp/B086HKHWZ4

Bucket with grit guard
https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Grit-Gu.../dp/B0828BFG39

Leather cleaner/conditioner
https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G201.../dp/B08B43M5F8

Vinyl protectant
https://www.amazon.com/303-30382-Pro.../dp/B0185PU38A

Glass cleaner
https://www.amazon.com/Stoner-Invisi.../dp/B000M3V95U

Brushes for air vents, between panels, etc.
https://www.amazon.com/HMPLL-Detaili.../dp/B08LN6CZKD

Wheel brush (gets into the rim area behind the spokes)
https://www.amazon.com/SPEED-MASTER-.../dp/B00E9E76F0

Wheel brush with long handle (for outer rim surfaces)
https://www.amazon.com/Mothers-15580.../dp/B001GJ3E2K

Black trim treatment
https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Ulti.../dp/B0055PD1H4

By the way, I used to use Meguiar's All-Purpose Cleaner instead of Simple Green, that is, until I read the label. Let me tell you, it is absolutely frightening! Here is what the Meguiar's label says:

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

For comparison, here is what the Simple Green label shows:

Inhalation: Not expected to cause respiratory irritation. If adverse effect occurs, move to fresh air.
Skin Contact: Not expected to cause skin irritation. If adverse effect occurs, rinse skin with water.
Eye Contact: Not expected to cause eye irritation. If adverse effect occurs, flush eyes with water.
Ingestion: May cause upset stomach. Drink plenty of water to dilute.

[peelerec]

I would suggest a PH neutral car shampoo such as Koch Chemie GSF, or Carpro Reset.

Also, there are many more microfiber towels much better than Chemical guys including but not limited too The Rag Company and Luxury Microfiber.

[MichaelB1969]

Originally Posted by peelerec

I would suggest a PH neutral car shampoo such as Koch Chemie GSF, or Carpro Reset.

Also, there are many more microfiber towels much better than Chemical guys including but not limited too The Rag Company and Luxury Microfiber.

Thanks for the tips! Would you recommend those shampoos for manual shampooing too, or mainly for using with a foamer?

Will give one of those other microfibers a try!

[peelerec]

Originally Posted by MichaelB1969

Thanks for the tips! Would you recommend those shampoos for manual shampooing too, or mainly for using with a foamer?

Will give one of those other microfibers a try!

Yes, both of those are perfectly suitable for manual hand washing without foam. My personal favorite is Koch Chemie GSF. Really thick lather, even without foam gun.