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I'm looking for advice if anyone can help?

I've recently got a new bike and its matte black. I clean the bike myself every 400 miles when I clean and lubricate the chain. I've never had matte paint on anything before.

My question is; what shampoo stuff do I get for matte paint and how do i take care of it?
 
Gouldy said:
I'm looking for advice if anyone can help?

I've recently got a new bike and its matte black. I clean the bike myself every 400 miles when I clean and lubricate the chain. I've never had matte paint on anything before.

My question is; what shampoo stuff do I get for matte paint and how do i take care of it?
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Some manufactures do a matt range.

Check out chemical guys offering.

Chemical Guys HOL99516 – Complete Matte Kit – Wash, Spray Detailer and Sealant/Protectant, 16 oz (3 Items) | Chemical Guys

www.chemicalguysuk.co.uk www.chemicalguysuk.co.uk
 
Adamm. said:
They advertise C5 for wheels C1 for paint and C4 for trim but it's all interchangeable.
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Still cant get my head around this. How is it that 1 product is for making trim more black and the other is for a layer of last wax like protection?? Marketed differently but theyre the same product I can get my head around but I just dont get how its such a versatile liquid?
 
Gouldy said:
I'm looking for advice if anyone can help?

I've recently got a new bike and its matte black. I clean the bike myself every 400 miles when I clean and lubricate the chain. I've never had matte paint on anything before.

My question is; what shampoo stuff do I get for matte paint and how do i take care of it?
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Is it carbon or aluminium?


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497adam said:
Is it carbon or aluminium?


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So.. my Karcher blew up, and my snowfoam lance as I understand will only fit Karcher. If I change pressure washer brands, can I buy some sort of adapter so the lance fits?

Also.. best VFM pressure washer?
 
Davyy said:
So.. my Karcher blew up, and my snowfoam lance as I understand will only fit Karcher. If I change pressure washer brands, can I buy some sort of adapter so the lance fits?

Also.. best VFM pressure washer?
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If you want something that’ll last a lifetime buy a Kranzle. Nildisk and Karcher are ok but they tend not to last more than a few years under heavy usage. The stock hoses are also s**t.
 
imprezaworks said:
This is the one we use

www.theultimatefinish.co.uk

Kranzle HD 10/122 TS Automatic Pressure Washer

The Kranzle K10 HD/122 TS Automatic HD Portable Series was originally designed for the Hire Trade where heavy duty, low maintenance and exceptionally long life expectancy is a must.
www.theultimatefinish.co.uk www.theultimatefinish.co.uk
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Like it?

I looked at that but I’m thinking I might go for one with a hose reel...


www.elitecarcare.co.uk

Kranzle K1152 TST with DK Pressure Washer

Buy the Kranzle K1152 TS T with DK Pressure Washer online or call 01628 671213 for advice. Free delivery on qualifying orders. Huge range.
www.elitecarcare.co.uk www.elitecarcare.co.uk
 
Davyy said:
So.. my Karcher blew up, and my snowfoam lance as I understand will only fit Karcher. If I change pressure washer brands, can I buy some sort of adapter so the lance fits?

Also.. best VFM pressure washer?
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just buy a £100 Nilfisk. It’ll last about 4 to 5 years before it packs up (mine have lasted that long and they’ve that’s with a lot of usage)

spending £500+ on a pressure washer to wash your car once a week just isn’t worth it IMO.
 
Davyy said:
Thanks all. I wash the car once a month (if that), so can’t justify £500! Does anyone know about the snow foam lance adapter?
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When you purchase a lance you have to select your adaptor, so I can’t see why you couldn’t phone up Polished Bliss or someone and see if they’ll sell you one separately?
 
I have a Nilfisk and although it serves a purpose, it’s pretty s**t. The main issue is the hose, it’s plastic and always curls.

Budget for a new hose (about £60). Connections are also cheap plastic.

When I bought my lance I specified what connector to supply.
 
Al_G said:
I have a Nilfisk and although it serves a purpose, it’s pretty s**t. The main issue is the hose, it’s plastic and always curls.

Budget for a new hose (about £60). Connections are also cheap plastic.

When I bought my lance I specified what connector to supply.
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Same issue with my Karcher K4, the hose keeps curling up and it boils my piss😠.
 
Davyy said:
Does anyone know about the snow foam lance adapter?
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www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

Various Adaptors for Foam Lances

Foam Lance - Various Adaptors These are high quality replacement adaptors for the professional foam lances. Each of the foam lance adaptors is supplied with a 43mm stainless steel pipe, ready to connect to the Foam Lance. Please make your selection from the drop down above to choose the requir
www.cleanyourcar.co.uk www.cleanyourcar.co.uk
 
Al_G said:
I have a Nilfisk and although it serves a purpose, it’s pretty s**t. The main issue is the hose, it’s plastic and always curls.

Budget for a new hose (about £60). Connections are also cheap plastic.

When I bought my lance I specified what connector to supply.
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Rubber hoses are £30 off eBay.

problem solved.
 
Sunglasses_Ron said:
Rubber hoses are £30 off eBay.

problem solved.
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Seen them for £45 (q washers) for 10m. I'd expect 15m to come in at £55.

Either way though the cheaper Karchers and Nilfisks are still pretty crap. Mines nearly 5 years old but rarely used. I'd not buy another.
 
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