Have you found any towels that work best with RD ? ive found that some of the thicker ones become a bit grabby and start leaving some streaking for some reason. Im wondering if a shorter pile might help
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Detailing Chat & Questions Thread
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medium to short for me. I kinda stopped using longer pile cloths as they just didnt flow with any QD really. Nice and plush, but seemed to cause more hassle. I use so many different cloths. Doesn't bother me aslong as they work.
If I was a detailer yes, but I'm not. Even the yellow Costco ones work fine depending on what car you're using them on and how delicate the paint is.
Tonight I used Bilt hamber ones because they were shorter pile and to hand.
Think all companies do short pile to plush. Anything Jim at white details recommends. Go with them if you want to spend a bit. I just don't enjoy long pile anymore.
If I was a detailer yes, but I'm not. Even the yellow Costco ones work fine depending on what car you're using them on and how delicate the paint is.
Tonight I used Bilt hamber ones because they were shorter pile and to hand.
Think all companies do short pile to plush. Anything Jim at white details recommends. Go with them if you want to spend a bit. I just don't enjoy long pile anymore.
Jekyll
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I use the AF crew bag. For £40 it seems well made and carries everything you need. I'm sure AF have added there tax on it but I couldn't find the unbranded version or another one better for that price or under.
Ill try using a shorter pile next time then. Wondered if it was just the long pile ones i was using rather than long pile in general.
Everyone loves Jim, if he uses it, ive bought it
I need to try the rapid detailer again. I found it was leaving an oily residue last time and was a nightmare on glass. It was a scorching day though so hoping it was just down to not ideal application. I got 5 litres of the stuff so not going to give up on it anytime soon.
I've been using these towels with most stuff for years and absolutely love them.
I've been using these towels with most stuff for years and absolutely love them.
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What bag did you opt for mate? Obviously I need one now!
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
After a quick scan just bought this. Seems pretty good.
Did you use the plush ones on glass? I used it tonight 20 degrees, direct sun, wet car. 2 towels dry and buff. Zero issue.I need to try the rapid detailer again. I found it was leaving an oily residue last time and was a nightmare on glass. It was a scorching day though so hoping it was just down to not ideal application. I got 5 litres of the stuff so not going to give up on it anytime soon.
I've been using these towels with most stuff for years and absolutely love them.
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This is a premium, heavy weight 600gsm towel, which is ultra plush, super soft and extremely absorbent. All of this make the towel ideal for both buffing off soft waxes and polishes as well as for use with a quick detailers. What really makes this towel stand out against the competition is it’s...www.in2detailing.co.uk
It flashes so quick that I just wipe, turn towel and wipe.
I know you have a black car but should still be easy. I use this stuff daily on all different cars.
Initially yeah then I started using the Gtechniq MF1 to try get the residue off. Paint wasn't such an issue usually I do the wipe turn and wipe like you said but I had to go over with a clean cloth again. I wondered if the G1 on the glass caused it.
I'm not going to worry too much until I try again on another day though. It was so hot and in sun I wouldn't usually have bothered but I wanted to try it out. It's their banana one which is also slightly different I believe but hopefully I have more luck on my next try.
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Shame. Knew I should have bought a few bottles last time. Was 7 ish iirc
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Jeez
Sir Nancy Flowers
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M140i
they better not be hiding the 1L reset. best shampoo ive used hands down
JamesBryan
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This
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Stripped the wax off to try other stuff. The garage therapy decon shampoo is very good BTW.
Thought I'd try some auto finesse triple. Very impressed. Not used it in ages.
Thought I'd try some auto finesse triple. Very impressed. Not used it in ages.
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Anyone got or tried a shirt trigger gun. Tempted to get one for work.
JamesBryan
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imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Cheers. This company is getting some love. Much of a muchness I'm sure.
These guys build quality gear. https://www.directhoses.net/products/karcher-k-series-quick-fit-short-trigger-with-quick-fit-nozzles
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Have you got this one?
How much should I be paying to have an M4 ceramic coated? Paint work is in good condition.
I’m visiting a local company tomorrow to discuss, options of 1, 2 or 5 year coating.
I’m visiting a local company tomorrow to discuss, options of 1, 2 or 5 year coating.
Jekyll
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Probably anywhere between £500-£1500 depending on the current paint condition. Most likely around the £1k mark for 5 year. Also depends a lot on if you get Billy to do it on the drive or an established business with a unit.
JamesBryan
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In Manchester aren't you?
A lad over that way called Dom at Spotless does nice work with Titan coatings.
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
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Sir Nancy Flowers
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M140i
Detailingworld open in the background! Traitor!
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Where do you think I bought the z8 from lol
Sir Nancy Flowers
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M140i
that forum is the near sole reason for my increasing debt levels.....
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Mate I need to step away from any cleaning websites
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
If this is decent I will be well impressed for 41 delivered. Service was spot on too
They look like the same stubby trigger guns as i have now on the website (they've just sold out) - https://so-wax.com/products/lance-stubby-trigger-gun-kit-gun-with-nozzles-and-quick-plug
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
I spotted your post after I'd bought it the day. Seem a popular piece of kit. The lance and bottle seem good too.
imprezaworks
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Mk5 Golf GTI :)
Is there limitations to what hoses these stubby can connect to mate ?
I can only currently get Karcher and nilfisk hose adapters. I’m sure if you got a quick release adapter then you’d be good to go with an aftermarket hose. I’ve had to order more stubby gun kits with the hose adapters.
this is the Karcher hose adapter
