detailing

Have read up a few things on detailing, stages etc. Just want to make sure I've got the right idea with all the products though! It's a bit of a minefield out there and I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing whilst using the right stuff. If anyone can correct me or point me in the right...

hadnt really bothered detailing previous cars but decided since the 197 was black would give it a go and took advantage of halford 3 for 2 offer. so here was steps i did. local jet wash to get the main grub off wash with 2 buckets using AG shampoo clayed with maguires clay kit (impressed and...

Right then, Having owned the LY for a few months now I'm wanting to give it a good old clean up. I am very new to detailing and I'm wanting some guidance on what is going to best to use but without breaking the bank. I am fine with washing/cleaning its more the polishing, waxing, sealing side...

Wow, and here's me thinking all I need to buy is a machine polisher and go crazy! No! Just read Gally's sticky thread on 'DA polishing' and I'm confuzzled. Therefore two 2 questions: 1) What would a complete rookie like me need as a beginners kit to do a proper machine polish/clay bar...

It's what they're for after all :) Car washed, polished then protected with Dodo wax Wheels cleaned with Bilberry, polished then protected with Poorboys sealant Engine polished with Auto Glym metal polish Bonnet storage compartment cleaned and blackened using Auto Glym bumper shine Only...

After a longer working week than expected and the hot weather I put off my spring correction detail and ended up with just cleanse&protect routine. Its by no means mint but looking a lot tidier now. And I may yet add another layer of Glasur ;) Body: DJ BTBM AF Citrus pH Neutral Snow Foam...

With the french car show just around the corner, I'm looking for a good kit to detail my 182 with. What do you use on your black clio's? Ill be looking to clay bar it too, and something for the alloys and to dress the tyres Thanks :)

In preparation for FCS, I want to try and get the cup looking clean and tidy for once.. I have a rotary and various compounds and pads, I have SRP and HD wax. Clay, plenty of QD, loads of microfibres, wash mitts etc etc.. Will be purchasing another lot of Iron X Im just wondering if there are...

Does anyone in the SE (or anywhere else willing to post one out :o) have one I can borrow ?! Thoughts of those who use them regularly would be ace..: Are they worth it ? Has it ever saved your bacon !? I know they're useful .. best to be safe than sorry etc.. I'm sure it's best to check...

hello guys im getting a mondial blue 172 cup tomorrow and was looking for what to buy?

After the success that was the first Introduction to Detailing Day, I have been in contact with Phil. He was very very happy with the day and said he really enjoyed it. Thankyou again to everyone who turned up, we all did CS proud what with the awful weather, and the difficulties with the roads...

The Monaro's metallic black paint work isn't in the best of condition. Many swirls across the whole of the body, previous owners not following a the careful washing procedure at all. Hence I'm looking to have the paintwork returned to it's original splendour if possible. Bearing in mind the car...

im really getting into the detailing of my car. recently used autoglym super resin polish which came out superb but im convinced there is better out there maybe? ..... im polishing by hand aswell with microfibre cloths.... is it better with a polishing and buffing machine ? thanks sean

A heads up for this. Location: Unit 4 Savile Rd Castleford WF10 1PE Main Thread: http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?632783-Open-day-coming-up!-(Detailing-amp-tinting) I hope I'll be able to attend!

Just had a mooch over to see what was going.. Some lovely cars parked up! LLOYDS by PSJHodgson, on Flickr Untitled by PSJHodgson, on Flickr Untitled by PSJHodgson, on Flickr Untitled by PSJHodgson, on Flickr Untitled by PSJHodgson, on Flickr Untitled by PSJHodgson...

A couple of months ago I thought I'd return a mates favour by "detailing" his car whilst he was on holiday. So 20 hours later, more than a hundred pounds extra on products and several coats of B.O.S. he had a stunning silver Edition 30. Just been out to see him cleaning it, well done, but with...

I've used EGP on the car. Can't remember if I need Carnauba Spritz, Acrylic Spritz, or Acrylic Glanz? Thanks.:)

Hi all you fellow Yorkshireman...anyone interested in our open day coming up soon? http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?632783-Open-day-coming-up!-(Detailing-amp-tinting)&p=8557614#post8557614

My dad picked up his new car today and it's been the first day iv'e seen it in the sunlight, I was shocked! The paint work is a bit of a state, Not something you would expect when the car has just come form a top garage in Birmingham, The guy also has plenty of ferrari's , porsche's nissan gtr's...

Yes, this type of thread has been done half a bazillion times already. But I'm special, and you like me. I bought a silver TT 180 the other week - and want to treat this with even more care than I did with my shitbox clio; I washed/clayed/polished/waxed that every other week so it looked like a...

Finally decided i dont need this anymore, Well i decided over a year ago when i stopped using it so i've listed it, Used it a few times, Started out thinking i'd keep my car looking mint then decided i'd rather drive it :approve: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290681963491

I'm in need of a portable pressure washer due to no outside tap, does anyone have one to recommend? I have seen the Mobi Portable pressure washer http://www.mobiwasher.co.uk/shop/ Is 15L a big enough tank to be able to clean the whole car without refilling? I'd like a Karcher but I can't see...

I've been using the same products for years now and I want to start fresh with the 200 when it comes. I've got all the basic detailing kit, so I don't need brushes, mitts or drying towels. I've also got to large buckets with grit guards, so again, they're not needed. Actually, I could do with...

Hey everybody, just wanted to say hello. i have recently purchased a cliosport 197. i have a few friends that drive cliosports and love the cars so i bit the bullet and got one..

I'm a pretty new member on DW, and know a few on here are members, seen this KDS detailing fools day, which I quite like the look of, having just stepped into the world of detailing myself. Just wondered if anyone off here was going, or thinking of going? Its in Gillingham...

Right Guys & Girls Iv bought my tickets for CSS! My car will be cleaned the friday before! as il be leaving early hours in the morning to get there for good time! as im coming from effectively Brighton! But no doubt, no matter how hard i try and keep my car clean! it will get dirty on the way...

I went down to Shinearama in Altrincham yesterday to get a few bits and bobs that I needed, as always I got chatting to Paul and the subject came up of doing open days for car clubs. Basically Paul has agreed to do an open day at his workshop, covering the basics of detailing. I've been to one...

Hello detailing people. As my van snapped a gear linkage bracket yesterday, I was 'working from home' today... so it was time to clean the Clio. Disclaimer - I'm quite new to this, so if anything the wrong way round/incorrect please do let me know :) All criticism taken as constructive (except...

It's not a car or motorsport but it may as well go in here. Anyone speak Polish? http://vimeo.com/37535035 http://vimeo.com/37535035

Just looking for some advice re detailing my car,wondered what polish you all use? I'm looking for something that will leave a nice deep,wet look shine on my silver phs 1..... I currently claybar using meguiars and also use carnuba wax from meguiars but really need for something for in between...