Ok, at the risk of getting burnt to a crisp

I use Dry Wash N Guard.

Of course I never use it when the car is dirty (waterless) I find it's a great polish to use after the car has been washed and dried. It's easy to use (on and off), doesn't leave any white residue in the cracks.

I use it on every painted surface including under the hood, in the trunk and door seams. Works great!


The other cheap and easy detail trick I use is the "Foaming Tire Cleaner". I spray it on engine compartment plastic and rubber bits. Use low pressure water to rinse off after 5 minutes. Looks Great. It also work well to keep the inner wheel wells and front and rear strakes looking "new".



It works for me, and the car always looks "as new".


Mike

 

mike- if it aint broke dont fix it!!

but hey, you dont want to use products that harm long term... i dont know your foaming tire cleaner- which one are you using? who makes it? prob gonna be fine, but if you get us more details, we can make sure.