Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

Adamm. · May 12, 2020

I use Gwash and it always gets the job done well. Been using it since had the car detailed but definitely going to try reset after this bottle I think to see if there's a noticeable difference.

riz · May 12, 2020

imprezaworks said:
Has anyone got prima amigo they don't use anymore and looking to sell. Or swap for a wax etc. Thanks.

Yes , I think so

imprezaworks · May 12, 2020

Let me know please

imprezaworks · May 12, 2020

Superb

Mbeau · May 12, 2020

imprezaworks said:
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Ohhh can't wait for mine to arrive now!!

imprezaworks · May 12, 2020

Added to the stuff I didn't need lol. In other news had this chap message me about the wax I'm selling.

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Steve · May 12, 2020

Steve said:
Wo Wo order on its way

Arrived, excellent value.

Matt e · May 12, 2020

imprezaworks said:
Added to the stuff I didn't need lol. In other news had this chap message me about the wax I'm selling.

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imprezaworks · May 12, 2020

Strange

Gally · May 12, 2020

Al_G said:
Better longevity and gloss?

It's easier to use also. I think they updated reload again in 2019 but I think there are better out there now. Good topper for the cquartz range but I would reach for it. The streaking alone on certain colours and temps can be annoying.

C2V3 although not as "fancy" chemical wise, will last aslong and always looked brilliant.

Again these type of products imo are for certain things.

Al_G · May 13, 2020

gally said:
It's easier to use also. I think they updated reload again in 2019 but I think there are better out there now. Good topper for the cquartz range but I would reach for it. The streaking alone on certain colours and temps can be annoying.

C2V3 although not as "fancy" chemical wise, will last aslong and always looked brilliant.

Again these type of products imo are for certain things.

Good insight, thanks.

What would you recommend for a all in one type time saving solution? Something that provides gloss and longevity.

riz · May 13, 2020

I'm using Turtle Wax Seal n Shine on my wife's car and it's ridiculously easy to use aswell as dirt resistant. Plus it's cheap. Lots of YouTube reviews of it, the name did put me off but can honestly say it's one of the best products I have used for a long time.

stonejedi · May 13, 2020

riz said:
I'm using Turtle Wax Seal n Shine on my wife's car and it's ridiculously easy to use aswell as dirt resistant. Plus it's cheap. Lots of YouTube reviews of it, the name did put me off but can honestly say it's one of the best products I have used for a long time.

Its a very good product and will give added protection for quite some time too

Geddes · May 13, 2020

On my new ST, the twin chrome rear exhaust tips were starting to get a little sut build up, so i was using the alloy wheel cloth and started to clean the tips with some APC and I've made loads of fine marks all over the chrome, I've got some gyeon chrom polish, would that get rid of the light marks with a towel? I shouldn't of used it as the alloy cloth was for the inside back of the rims.

Any ideas by hand to remove the light marks? thanks

JamesBryan · May 13, 2020

Geddes said:
On my new ST, the twin chrome rear exhaust tips were starting to get a little sut build up, so i was using the alloy wheel cloth and started to clean the tips with some APC and I've made loads of fine marks all over the chrome, I've got some gyeon chrom polish, would that get rid of the light marks with a towel? I shouldn't of used it as the alloy cloth was for the inside back of the rims.

Any ideas by hand to remove the light marks? thanks

Metal polish should shift them.

Maybe some #00 grade wire wool in combination with the polish, that's usually my go to for exhaust tips.

stonejedi · May 13, 2020

JamesBryan said:
Metal polish should shift them.

Maybe some #00 grade wire wool in combination with the polish, that's usually my go to for exhaust tips.

THIS! 00 grade wire wool will work wonders in conjunction with a metal cleaner,but that combo would be a last resort,as i only use 00 grade wire wool on very tarnished metals...i would first try just a decent metal cleaner like autosol or the britemax twins that would work extremely well when using just cloths and a good amount of arm power...

Gally · May 13, 2020

Microfiber with the polish should work on most newer cars/exhausts as per above.

imprezaworks · May 14, 2020

Just picked one of these up. Reviews look good and cheaper than most.

Essentials White / Black Pressure Sprayer 5Ltr - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Pressure sprayer suitable for a variety of gardening applications. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

MLB · May 14, 2020

Great price that!

imprezaworks · May 14, 2020

Had a quick test. It works so that's a start.

imprezaworks · May 15, 2020

Yep spot on

RacingBeaut · May 15, 2020

Does anyone have any experience with Collinite waxes?

MLB · May 15, 2020

Only the liquid 845, was my first ever wax!

Easy and forgiving to apply and buff off, even if put on too thick.

Brilliant to use with a machine (or by hand of course) and the beading and durability are quite good as well.

If I had to name one disadvantage is that its quite easy to over apply as it's a liquid.

Top tip, warm up the bottle in some warm water the first couple of times and when using in winter as it can be quite thick and get a squirt bottle top for it from another bottle (poorboys bottle tops work well).

imprezaworks · May 15, 2020

They have a very good reputation

RacingBeaut · May 15, 2020

MLB said:
Only the liquid 845, was my first ever wax!

Easy and forgiving to apply and buff off, even if put on too thick.

Brilliant to use with a machine (or by hand of course) and the beading and durability are quite good as well.

If I had to name one disadvantage is that its quite easy to over apply as it's a liquid.

Top tip, warm up the bottle in some warm water the first couple of times and when using in winter as it can be quite thick and get a squirt bottle top for it from another bottle (poorboys bottle tops work well).

Thanks for the info, think I'l invest in some as my first wax purchase.

imprezaworks · May 15, 2020

Buy this

Bouncers car wax

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/333593761247

www.cliosport.net

CrippsCorner · May 15, 2020

Bought a new car just before lockdown and it's been sat on the drive ever since. I've noticed it doesn't smell great inside, not like terrible but stale... anyway the other day I lifted some trim and think I've found the issue. A load of old tobacco dotted around 😬

Obviously needs a good vacuum but is there a decent product I can use to neutralise? Then hang a good air freshener I guess!

Gally · May 15, 2020

RacingBeaut said:
Thanks for the info, think I'l invest in some as my first wax purchase.

A good comparison is ag hd for durability. Collinite will last but it's just not nice imo. Autoglym hd over colli. Even better for cheaper than colli is bilt hamber waxes.

JamesBryan · May 15, 2020

CrippsCorner said:
Bought a new car just before lockdown and it's been sat on the drive ever since. I've noticed it doesn't smell great inside, not like terrible but stale... anyway the other day I lifted some trim and think I've found the issue. A load of old tobacco dotted around 😬

Obviously needs a good vacuum but is there a decent product I can use to neutralise? Then hang a good air freshener I guess!

Autosmart Bio Brisk will sort that.

Adamm. · May 15, 2020

Collinite 845 was what I used years ago when I had my Clio and was pretty happy with it and it was easy to use and gave good beading. I'm not sure why you'd bother now with the likes of C2v3 about though.

Jekyll · May 16, 2020

imprezaworks said:
Just picked one of these up. Reviews look good and cheaper than most.

Essentials White / Black Pressure Sprayer 5Ltr - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Pressure sprayer suitable for a variety of gardening applications. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

What do you use that for? Arches and wheels?

imprezaworks · May 16, 2020

Yeah and all over. Seems to be decent enough tbf.

Jekyll · May 16, 2020

What products do/will you use for this method?

imprezaworks · May 16, 2020

I have the pre wash from Autosmart. Hazsafe.

leeds2592 · May 16, 2020

Just use snowfoam in it. I've got a smaller version and the snowfoam cleans so much better putting it through that than through a lance.

imprezaworks · May 16, 2020

I contemplated that.

imprezaworks · May 16, 2020

Anyone give from say a das pro or similar to a rupes, flex?

Mooching because bored. The rupes £250-300. The flex are 350? Plus.

The spta I have is great, was just curious with a price difference/justify

Sunglasses_Ron · May 16, 2020

imprezaworks said:
Anyone give from say a das pro or similar to a rupes, flex?

Mooching because bored. The rupes £250-300. The flex are 350? Plus.

The spta I have is great, was just curious with a price difference/justify

I’ve got a DAS6 and a Rupes Bigfoot mini. If I could afford it I’d buy a Rupes Bigfoot in a heartbeat.

The Rupes is quieter and the vibration is much less than the DAS.

imprezaworks · May 16, 2020

The one I looked at is the lh15?

Sunglasses_Ron · May 16, 2020

imprezaworks said:
The one I looked at is the lh15?

Yeah that’s the full size one. Good bit of kit that.

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