Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

[imprezaworks]

3m glass polish?

And this the ag one

 

[Gally]

Ah glass is actually pants! Buy a decent glass cleaner and a klin glass cloth.

Also polishing glass is a pros job.

 

[imprezaworks]

After some ag hd wax to try if anyone has some they don’t use anymore.

 

[oVerboost.]

After some ag hd wax to try if anyone has some they don’t use anymore.

It’s okay, but even for the money there’s better. Have you tried Collinite yet? If not, get the marques de elligance wax it’s only about £20 for a tub on eBay and really decent stuff!

 

[Gally]

After some ag hd wax to try if anyone has some they don’t use anymore.

It's actually okay. They just brought a new one out. It's long lasting but then again so is Colli. There is a reason they are long lasting.

Why does it have to be hd? Other waxes blow it away.

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

View attachment 1357806 3m glass polish?

And this the ag one

 

[imprezaworks]

It’s okay, but even for the money there’s better. Have you tried Collinite yet? If not, get the marques de elligance wax it’s only about £20 for a tub on eBay and really decent stuff!

Have you a link mate

 

[imprezaworks]

It's actually okay. They just brought a new one out. It's long lasting but then again so is Colli. There is a reason they are long lasting.

Why does it have to be hd? Other waxes blow it away.

What you thinking mate

 

[imprezaworks]

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Going to try ‘nilglass’. Can get it in b&q for sensible money and great reviews

 

[Gally]

What you thinking mate

Millions. All the bilt hamber ones just to start.

Britemax vantage if you can get for 30.

Does it need to last long?

 

[imprezaworks]

Have tried that.

Nah durability isn’t an issue

 

[oVerboost.]

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/281138162774

That’s the link to the collinite, bit more than I thought but still great value! [emoji4]

 

[imprezaworks]

Thanks. Will have a proper mooch tomo. Do fancy trying ag, I know there’s probably ‘better’ but it’s a wax I’ve fancied.

 

[oVerboost.]

It's a decent wax, I used it for a year as when I was valeting I could buy it at trade price and a lot of my customers were happier with a name like Autoglym than some alternatives, albeit better, because they'd not heard of them lol. Just I always recommend Collinite as my "go to budget wax" as it just works so well, on any colour, in any climate - it just delivers.

 

[imprezaworks]

Anyone heard/used a wax called ‘Harley Wax’

From reading it’s an old skool wax, one U.K. distributer and reviews seem really decent. £22.99 from eBay.

@gally

 

[imprezaworks]

I and i guess others have this issue, regarding cleaning the car.

You have a wax in mind to try and can't help but look at others. Then it makes you think twice about the initial wax choice lol. Rather annoying....

 

[Clio_fool]

I and i guess others have this issue, regarding cleaning the car.

You have a wax in mind to try and can't help but look at others. Then it makes you think twice about the initial wax choice lol. Rather annoying....

Hmm, don't think I've ever had that issue:tearsofjoy: #dirtybiatch

 

[imprezaworks]

Ha.

 

[JamesBryan]

Anyone used these?

Klin Korea Green Monster.

Seen a few video reviews and they look quite special. Designed for the dirty jobs where you'd normally throw away the dirty microfiber after a few uses. These just wash clean like new.

Got some to try, so will report back when I've tested them.

 

[Gally]

I have most of the Klin range. Stuff is unreal. Drying towel...

 

[Lctr]

Anyone heard/used a wax called ‘Harley Wax’

From reading it’s an old skool wax, one U.K. distributer and reviews seem really decent. £22.99 from eBay.
Someone I work with used it on his red vxr ,now has metallic blue S4 looked good on red but hides the flake on metallic ,not sure on longevity of it though.

@gally

 

[imprezaworks]

It’s going on my rb, so being none metallic I don’t expect wonders

 

[Gally]

You don't sound like you know what you want though!

Buy some Zymol Carbon for RB. At least get a boutique feel. Imo that's the difference sometimes.

 

[imprezaworks]

Story of my life lol.

Will pick something to try out.

 

[James H]

Anyone got any tips for polishing the really thin bits of roof? Smallest pads I have currently are 4" and I'm not planning on buying a I-brid just to do those bits. Gradually working my way down the car at the moment.

 

[kevred]

Anyone heard/used a wax called ‘Harley Wax’

From reading it’s an old skool wax, one U.K. distributer and reviews seem really decent. £22.99 from eBay.

@gally

 

[kevred]

I've been using Harley wax for years , I've mentioned it on here before , I buy 2 tins at a time love it !

 

[Gally]

Anyone got any tips for polishing the really thin bits of roof? Smallest pads I have currently are 4" and I'm not planning on buying a I-brid just to do those bits. Gradually working my way down the car at the moment.View attachment 1359043 View attachment 1359044 View attachment 1359045 View attachment 1359046

Just mask the edges and use the 4 inch or hand polish.

Small backing plates are cheap though?

 

[James H]

Just mask the edges and use the 4 inch or hand polish.

Small backing plates are cheap though?

What's the smallest that would work on a da? I thought the oscillating would mean a 1 or 2 inch pad would be pointless. I think taping might be quickest at this stage, didn't even think of it tbh. Cheers!

 

[imprezaworks]

I've been using Harley wax for years , I've mentioned it on here before , I buy 2 tins at a time love it !

Chap on eBay at £22

 

[-Simon]

Probably a proper noob question but what do people use to clean and polish up the plastic chrome? Stuff like the grilles on new minis as all it seems to do is mist over if I use something like AF Finale so was after some advice?

Any suggestions would be welcome. :smile:

 

[JamesBryan]

Probably a proper noob question but what do people use to clean and polish up the plastic chrome? Stuff like the grilles on new minis as all it seems to do is mist over if I use something like AF Finale so was after some advice?

Any suggestions would be welcome. :smile:

AF Tripple is ideal.

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

Matt vinyl wraps. Talk to me.

Can I seal it in any way? Obviously don't want to be adding gloss

 

[Coby.]

You can get products specifically for matt paint so not sure if wrap can use the same product.

Swissvax do a range - https://www.swissvax.co.uk/merchant...c2a1c8d1&Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=MATT-PAINT

 

[JamesBryan]

Matt vinyl wraps. Talk to me.

Can I seal it in any way? Obviously don't want to be adding gloss

Gyeon do a matt range of stuff.

Cure Matt would be ideal with it being a spray sealant.

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

Winner, cheers

 

[-Simon]

AF Tripple is ideal.

Thanks mate. Much appreciated :up:

 

[Matt e]

ive ran out of megs endurance and fancy a change. has anyone used the gyeon q2 tire. how long does it last?

my brother uses autoglym instant tyre dressing, i like the finish it gives but doesn't last very long

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-and-tyres/tyre-dressings/gyeon-q2-tire/prod_1616.html

 

[497adam]

I have bought some Gyeon - quite similar to megs. Only used it a couple of times so far


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[Sunglasses_Ron]

ive ran out of megs endurance and fancy a change. has anyone used the gyeon q2 tire. how long does it last?

my brother uses autoglym instant tyre dressing, i like the finish it gives but doesn't last very long

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-and-tyres/tyre-dressings/gyeon-q2-tire/prod_1616.html

I’ve used quite a few different tyre shine products over the last couple of years. This Soft99 one is definitely my favourite. It seems to really get into the rubber and keep it looking naturally black. Lasts for ages and comes with built on applicator pad.

http://nipponshine.com/shop/wheels-and-tyres/digloss-giraedge-tyre-shine-70ml/