I don't like perl that much on tyre, it's good on a newer trims but find some of the newer longer lasting trim gels make life esier. Perl works well on engine bays.
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Detailing Chat & Questions Thread
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JamesBryan
ClioSport Club Member
Have you tried Gyeon's Ceramic Detailer?
That's properly slick stuff and beads well for a few weeks after too.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Their Detailer is ace
No I think it was the original one. I used pure and then I used the QD, not the ceramic one.
JamesBryan
ClioSport Club Member
Surfex HD mixed as strong as you want?
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Ideally a dedicated tfr etc, but yeah an option mate. For some reason I find G101 better to use, seems less tine to work imo
JamesBryan
ClioSport Club Member
It's basically the original qd with the protection/slickness of Pure.
JamesBryan
ClioSport Club Member
Autosmart Prestige XLS works well on proper dirty stuff, just have to watch out for it drying on.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Yeah used that in work, the likes of road rage is better.
G101 just leaves so much residue I find, wemnt proper off it over the years, Green Star very good and Surfet always good.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Do you use fallout much?
Cookson
ClioSport Club Member
Mk1 Audi TT 3.2 V6
Can anyone recommend a decent/cheap cutting compound and finishing polish?
I want to sort the headlights out on the 5 series, but I ran out of whatever finishing polish @imprezaworks sent me with the DA. I've got some super resin, will that work for the final stage? Guess I wouldn't need cutting compound if I am using wet n dry 1500/2000/3000 then just polish off?
I want to sort the headlights out on the 5 series, but I ran out of whatever finishing polish @imprezaworks sent me with the DA. I've got some super resin, will that work for the final stage? Guess I wouldn't need cutting compound if I am using wet n dry 1500/2000/3000 then just polish off?
Not really, we do us a lot of red 7 on wheels.
Sir Nancy Flowers
ClioSport Club Member
M140i
Ive always used the Carchem fallout remover. Not the best in terms of reaction, but the price is so good that it more than makes up for it. Ive got 25L in the garage
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
This needs a job doing before it's advertised so thought I would wash, de tar (TARDIS), Autoglym SRP and topped with Infinity wax glaze. Scrubs up ok for a 137k 12 year old car.
In tomorrows news I have an old Porsche to get ready to advertise for the painter I use. Then on the weekend a 64 Mini thingy.
In tomorrows news I have an old Porsche to get ready to advertise for the painter I use. Then on the weekend a 64 Mini thingy.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
I actually really like lime prime using a soft pad, works really nicely.
riz
ClioSport Club Member
Jaguar XFR
This looks pretty good...
GYEON - Q²M WheelMitt
GYEON Q²M WheelMitt The Gyeon Q2M WheelMitt is an ergonomic wash mitt designed for cleaning wheels quickly and effectively. The super soft fibres remove dirt easily without damaging the finish of the wheel. The mitt features a thumbed part, perfect for getting in to more intricate areas with ease.
www.cleanyourcar.co.uk
riz
ClioSport Club Member
Jaguar XFR
Lol or this off DW
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Sleper
77 posts · Joined 2015
#6 · Sep 6, 2020
I have tried a few barrel brushes but what i find works best is a empty toilet paper tube flattened so it is like a half moon. Wrap in a micro towel and spray a little detailing spray on it. Turn the towel to a clean spot for each wheel and presto your barrels are clean. Works for me anyways my $.02
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Sleper
77 posts · Joined 2015
#6 · Sep 6, 2020
I have tried a few barrel brushes but what i find works best is a empty toilet paper tube flattened so it is like a half moon. Wrap in a micro towel and spray a little detailing spray on it. Turn the towel to a clean spot for each wheel and presto your barrels are clean. Works for me anyways my $.02
Always! Aslong as someone is still using Lime Prime!
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
What's everyone using for fallout these days.
JamesBryan
ClioSport Club Member
BH Kerrosol.
riz
ClioSport Club Member
Jaguar XFR
Autoglym Magma when offer from Halfords....
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Yeah that's what I tried previously, found it pretty good but like you say when its on offer.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
@Gally
Have you tried much of the Autosmart range? Im after something strong for neglected cars and they have their tfr extra which I can get at what seems cheap ISH money. It is caustic and I do use jennychem caustic snow foam so I am aware of the pitfalls, although never really found much with the jennychem stuff that stops me buying it.
Have you tried much of the Autosmart range? Im after something strong for neglected cars and they have their tfr extra which I can get at what seems cheap ISH money. It is caustic and I do use jennychem caustic snow foam so I am aware of the pitfalls, although never really found much with the jennychem stuff that stops me buying it.
imprezaworks
ClioSport Club Member
Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Cheers for the reply mate
KitsonRis
ClioSport Club Member
The E34 has a ceramic coating so any rain beads o. it really well. Downside is if the rain isn’t removed then it dries and leaves little dust spots all over the car. Saying that all my cars do this as they have various waxes and ceramic sealants on.
Is this just the downside of having nice coatings on cars or is there anything that can be done?
As soon as it rains my cars look filthy and it’s so annoying. But if you are driving in the rain the water falls off and it’s fine.
Is this just the downside of having nice coatings on cars or is there anything that can be done?
As soon as it rains my cars look filthy and it’s so annoying. But if you are driving in the rain the water falls off and it’s fine.
Sir Nancy Flowers
ClioSport Club Member
M140i
As far as I know, its just the downside of having a 'beading' LSP as opposed to a 'sheeting' LSP.
As you've said, its where the water angle is so high that it 'beads' and then just sits there. There are certain LSP's that still protect whilst sheeting, but I really cant recall any - cos beadz r lyfe.
What brand coating is on it?
KitsonRis
ClioSport Club Member
It’s Gtechniq CSL on top of EXO v3.
Yeah I think CSL had issues early days from water staining but the idea was for the Exo to go on top which helped and they probably adjusted the product since then anyway. As for dust spots it's just part of it. Especially when it's dry dusty and then you get light rain where it doesn't quite rinse the dust away. Same goes with the rear of the car getting dirty quick because it all gets blasted to the back while driving and stays there especially on a hatchback.
I'm assuming you just typed it in the wrong order and didn't put EXO on with CSL on top?
I'm assuming you just typed it in the wrong order and didn't put EXO on with CSL on top?
KitsonRis
ClioSport Club Member
Definitely did the right order (regardless of what I said just then!), can’t remember what that was but I checked and double checked when I did it. I do use their ceramic sealant after washing as well, although I’ve probably washed the car about 3 times on the past 12 months as it’s barely been out and used.
I’ll just have to suck it up by the sounds of it! Just checking if there wasn’t anything else I could do.
I’ll just have to suck it up by the sounds of it! Just checking if there wasn’t anything else I could do.
Ikea
I live near the sea and the seagull s**t is a problem, I usually try to get it off before it gets baked on however I missed a big bit on the bonnet. I got it off with Bilt Hamber Touchless ok, but the paint is etched, how do I go about getting rid of that? You can see the worst bit next to the washer jet.
