Another forum topic

COMPASSDL · 01-18-2010, 11:23 PM

I think it would be nice if we coulnd add a "Detailing and Cleaning section to the forum. What's everyones opinion? We could talk about all our tips and tricks to keeping the Compass clean looking sharp.

Cherokee · 01-19-2010, 08:50 AM

Interesting idea, I'm all for a clean, well detailed vehicle, once the mud comes off of course, lol, but it would be cool to see what products people are using and review them and such. We have a topic like this on another forum I'm on and you really do get some good reviews and advice.

- Cherokee

Lunch Box · 01-19-2010, 07:19 PM

Well personally, I treat my jeep like what it is. A jeep. I keep the garbage and dirt out of it as best I can, wash the outside every couple of months, and sweep it out every month or so lol. Now, If i drove a Porche... lol

Cherokee · 01-20-2010, 12:27 AM

Haha LB, people like to kid me about that with my truck, c'mon, it's a truck they say! Don't get me wrong, I DO use my truck, and we get plenty dirty, but nice to clean up once in awhile. It's therapy IMO to detail my vehicle, lol!

- Cherokee

Lunch Box · 01-20-2010, 03:28 AM

Wax on, wax off eh? lol

Cherokee · 01-20-2010, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lunch Box

Wax on, wax off eh? lol

Yeah, even if it gives ya' tennis elbow haha!

- Cherokee

David · 01-22-2010, 08:58 PM

If you guys feel like you'd use such a forum a lot, I'd be happy to add it. I'd like a little more feedback from others first.

Either way, thank you for the suggestion.

Skyeye · 01-24-2010, 03:15 PM

Being a detail freak since I was a teenager, I would like to see this section added. I have used a number of waxes and other car products since 1960 and could tell some stories. Plus I am open to what's new out there to put the "JEEPER'S" in our Jeeps!

PS. I didn't get my Compass to roll around in the dirt, she's garage kept with heat and A/C no less! She's so thankful for not having to sit under the ultraviolet!

Cherokee · 01-25-2010, 03:42 AM

Wow Skyeye, your Compass is spoiled haha, but that's cool, how it should be. No heated garage for me

but carport shelter keeps most everything off.

- Cherokee

smokey01 · 01-27-2010, 01:00 AM

Carport? You truely are living in the lap of luxury. I have an open sky parking lot which is full with about 2 feet of snow right now. I watched the sidewalk guys snowblow onto the cars the other day. He's lucky I was inside and too far away.

umpire410 · 01-27-2010, 03:57 PM

A Jeep with grime on it shows "character"

coolbeans · 01-27-2010, 10:25 PM

Yeah, mine sits outside 24/7, so I'd like to know what keeps the paint protected from salt, grime, etc.

i2canoe · 01-28-2010, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coolbeans

Yeah, mine sits outside 24/7, so I'd like to know what keeps the paint protected from salt, grime, etc.

Many of us use "wax".
Some use a clear coating.

Skyeye · 01-28-2010, 12:14 PM

Modern car waxes are a study in chemistry! Most of them are all hype though. The best car wax I ever used was "Groves Granitize". This paste was loaded with carnauba and took a gorrilla to rub off once dried. They told you to moisten the rag for easy wiping. They lied!

But it was the longest lasting wax (beading) that I have ever used.

http://www.granitize.com/index.php?pageId=297

Oh, waitaminute! I should have saved that for the new "Detail It" thread section!

coolbeans · 01-29-2010, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by i2canoe

Many of us use "wax".
Some use a clear coating.

LOL! I deserved that! Long after I posted, I knew the vultures would swoop down and pick my very bones!

Good one, i2.

Thanks for the link skyeye, I'll check it out.

01-19-2010, 08:50 AM	#2
Cherokee Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Morgan City, LA Posts: 1,279	Interesting idea, I'm all for a clean, well detailed vehicle, once the mud comes off of course, lol, but it would be cool to see what products people are using and review them and such. We have a topic like this on another forum I'm on and you really do get some good reviews and advice. - Cherokee Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ My 2007 Jeep Compass Sport, Bright Silver Metallic, 26E, CVT II, Driver Convenience Group, Sunroof, Trailer Tow Prep Group, 4x2 1991 XJ Cherokee Sport 4X4 4.0 H/O I6 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, SWB Reg Cab, Bright Silver Metallic, Trailer Tow Package JEEP - Just Enjoy Everything, Period.....

01-19-2010, 07:19 PM	#3
Lunch Box Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 169	Well personally, I treat my jeep like what it is. A jeep. I keep the garbage and dirt out of it as best I can, wash the outside every couple of months, and sweep it out every month or so lol. Now, If i drove a Porche... lol Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Run from me if you want to live. 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 (4x4 all the way baby!)

01-20-2010, 12:27 AM	#4
Cherokee Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Morgan City, LA Posts: 1,279	Haha LB, people like to kid me about that with my truck, c'mon, it's a truck they say! Don't get me wrong, I DO use my truck, and we get plenty dirty, but nice to clean up once in awhile. It's therapy IMO to detail my vehicle, lol! - Cherokee Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ My 2007 Jeep Compass Sport, Bright Silver Metallic, 26E, CVT II, Driver Convenience Group, Sunroof, Trailer Tow Prep Group, 4x2 1991 XJ Cherokee Sport 4X4 4.0 H/O I6 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, SWB Reg Cab, Bright Silver Metallic, Trailer Tow Package JEEP - Just Enjoy Everything, Period.....

01-20-2010, 03:28 AM	#5
Lunch Box Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 169	Wax on, wax off eh? lol Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ Run from me if you want to live. 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4 (4x4 all the way baby!)

01-22-2010, 08:58 PM	#7
David Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 36	If you guys feel like you'd use such a forum a lot, I'd be happy to add it. I'd like a little more feedback from others first. Either way, thank you for the suggestion. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

01-24-2010, 03:15 PM	#8
Skyeye Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New Orleans,Louisiana Posts: 180	Being a detail freak since I was a teenager, I would like to see this section added. I have used a number of waxes and other car products since 1960 and could tell some stories. Plus I am open to what's new out there to put the "JEEPER'S" in our Jeeps! PS. I didn't get my Compass to roll around in the dirt, she's garage kept with heat and A/C no less! She's so thankful for not having to sit under the ultraviolet! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

01-25-2010, 03:42 AM	#9
Cherokee Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Morgan City, LA Posts: 1,279	Wow Skyeye, your Compass is spoiled haha, but that's cool, how it should be. No heated garage for me but carport shelter keeps most everything off. - Cherokee Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ My 2007 Jeep Compass Sport, Bright Silver Metallic, 26E, CVT II, Driver Convenience Group, Sunroof, Trailer Tow Prep Group, 4x2 1991 XJ Cherokee Sport 4X4 4.0 H/O I6 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, SWB Reg Cab, Bright Silver Metallic, Trailer Tow Package JEEP - Just Enjoy Everything, Period.....

01-27-2010, 01:00 AM	#10
smokey01 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Regina, SK Posts: 381	Carport? You truely are living in the lap of luxury. I have an open sky parking lot which is full with about 2 feet of snow right now. I watched the sidewalk guys snowblow onto the cars the other day. He's lucky I was inside and too far away. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 2009 Jeep Compass North 4X4, Sunburst Orange Everyday as a child i used to pray to God to give me a jeep. After a couple of years i realized that God did not work that way. So i stole a jeep and asked for HIS forgiveness

01-27-2010, 03:57 PM	#11
umpire410 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 79	A Jeep with grime on it shows "character" Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter

01-27-2010, 10:25 PM	#12
coolbeans Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wyoming Posts: 59	Yeah, mine sits outside 24/7, so I'd like to know what keeps the paint protected from salt, grime, etc. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter __________________ 09 Jeep Compass Rallye Sport 4X4 inferno red5sp manualsun & sound grp SOLD 04 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4x4 RED 12 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn CC 4x4 48 Dodge Power Wagon AWD continental flathead 6

01-28-2010, 12:14 PM	#14
Skyeye Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New Orleans,Louisiana Posts: 180	Modern car waxes are a study in chemistry! Most of them are all hype though. The best car wax I ever used was "Groves Granitize". This paste was loaded with carnauba and took a gorrilla to rub off once dried. They told you to moisten the rag for easy wiping. They lied! But it was the longest lasting wax (beading) that I have ever used. http://www.granitize.com/index.php?pageId=297 Oh, waitaminute! I should have saved that for the new "Detail It" thread section! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Last edited by Skyeye; 01-28-2010 at 12:18 PM.

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