[Skyboi]

I started this thread to list tips and tricks so the average TITAN Brother can do a better job detailing. I'm not trying to teach in depth here so don't crucify me if I don't mention certain things along the way...Remember it's just tips and tricks and they're all 101 courses. Basics.

Topics I'll cover here are:
1. Wax jobs 101
2. Washing 101
3. De-tar and wash prep 101
4. Buffing 101
5. Tires and wheels 101
6. Windows and glass 101
7. Interiors 101

I'll start with the average wax job for the serious guy using any type of buffer. Random/dual action or variable speed polisher using wool or foam pads.
WAX JOB 101

Here's a tip to help you guys not eff up the black plastics and flat black surfaces that are not supposed to be waxed.

I see this all the time and and think what a douche bag for getting wax on that.
Here's what you need to not be a douche bag:

1. Rolls of painters tape(blue) preferably in 2 sizes....One regular 1/2" and the other 2"... Masking tape will also work fine just don't press it down "too" hard or you might have a hard time with left over adhesive upon removal.

2. Paper.... newspaper will work fine

INSTRUCTIONS:
After your vehicle is washed and completely dried, wrap your mirrors with paper and tape them...Cover them up completely using the tape to seal off the edges of the black plastic as if you were going to paint the vehicle.

Next, tape off all the weather stripping, mouldings and anything else that you should not get wax or compound on around your vehicle. Like your cowal and wipers. Again, as if you were going to paint the vehicle. If using a variable speed buffer...remove your antenna and tape the base.

So all around the windows, doors, tailgate areas, mud guards, rear bumper top gets papered and taped.

Nothing left but paint now...Have at it. Completely apply and remove wax with the tape and paper on. all that's left afterward is to remove the tape and paper and give it a final wipe down to pick up and residue and your done.

Seems like a lot of work up front but the results are professional and the trim will look great.

It's all about the details...Hope this helped someone and good luck.

Also, give me feedback with any success stories.