Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

[MatthewR]

Yep, that’s what I’ve started to do after using a prewash. I find SF pretty pony after using PW as it doesn’t seem to add much to the equation.

I’m currently using AF citrus power which I find great. I go through 5l in next to notice using my pump sprayer though so it’s far from cost effective as you use it neat.

Try autobrite direct citrus wash, can be diluted down as much as 100:1 and is £32 for 5l

 

[riz]

Try Valetpro Citrus pre wash...

 

[Adamm.]

I use Gtechniq W5 as a pre wash through a pump spray but might move to the Bilt Hamber auto foam next time as it's a bit cheaper too.

 

[JamesBryan]

I use Autosmart Hazsafe or Prestige XLS or whatever it's called now.

Mixed quite weak and it still works well.

Probably strips protection too, but f**k it 😂

 

[imprezaworks]

Will try the as stuff at some point supposed to be decent.

 

[JamesBryan]

Will try the as stuff at some point supposed to be decent.

Works well, but i can't compare it to any of the others mentioned as i've never used anything else.

 

[rbeazer]

In need of a proper vacuum for use on my car. Any recommendations ?
Been looking at Henry but cant decide if its worth the price. Would get used round the house too but the car is top priority.
And i feel like a hose vacuum is best for getting in all the nooks and cranny's

Fire some suggestions at me !

 

[SC03OTT]

In need of a proper vacuum for use on my car. Any recommendations ?
Been looking at Henry but cant decide if its worth the price. Would get used round the house too but the car is top priority.
And i feel like a hose vacuum is best for getting in all the nooks and cranny's

Fire some suggestions at me !

Titan TTB350VAC 1300W 16Ltr Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner 240V

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[imprezaworks]

Spend the money and get the henry wet and dry.

We use them in work (car sales) and they last for years. We have tried (similar to the above) and they were crap.

 

[iimushroomzii]

Spend the money and get the henry wet and dry.

We use them in work (car sales) and they last for years. We have tried (similar to the above) and they were crap.

Which Henry wet and dry do you use? There's a few different versions it seems?

 

[imprezaworks]

The Blue one?!?

 

[JamesBryan]

The Blue one?!?

George?

 

[imprezaworks]

Buy Henry Wet & Dry Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner HWD 370 | Vacuum cleaners | Argos

Buy Henry Wet & Dry Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner HWD 370 at Argos. Thousands of products for same day delivery £3.95, or fast store collection.

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00014AVUY/?tag=cliospnet01-21

 

[JamesBryan]

Actually i think Charles is the blue one.

 

[riz]

I use this. Pretty handy for DIY tasks especially when the dishwasher leaks all over your floor.

This website came with a UK plug too.

Sotel | Nilfisk Buddy II 12 - vacuum cleaners (Drum, Home, Carpet, Hard floor, Plastic, Black, Blue, Dry&Wet)

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www.sotel.de

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

In need of a proper vacuum for use on my car. Any recommendations ?
Been looking at Henry but cant decide if its worth the price. Would get used round the house too but the car is top priority.
And i feel like a hose vacuum is best for getting in all the nooks and cranny's

Fire some suggestions at me !

Jump on eBay and look for a second hand Karcher wet and dry vac.

I paid £20 for mine and all it needed was the filter replacing.

 

[rbeazer]

Spend the money and get the henry wet and dry.

We use them in work (car sales) and they last for years. We have tried (similar to the above) and they were crap.

What about the standard henry. I already have a proper wet vac so I dont really need another one. Is the latest red henry any good ??

 

[imprezaworks]

Weve only ever used the wet n dry thing. But yeah as a hoover spot on/

 

[rbeazer]

Jump on eBay and look for a second hand Karcher wet and dry vac.

I paid £20 for mine and all it needed was the filter replacing.

Arent they quite big ?
I could do with something a bit more compact so it can stored underneath a low bench. Otherwise i would go down that route

 

[rbeazer]

Weve only ever used the wet n dry thing. But yeah as a hoover spot on/

Looking at a manufacture refurb one on ebay for 80 quid. Very close to just buying it

 

[imprezaworks]

Don't think you would be disappointed tbh

 

[rbeazer]

Don't think you would be disappointed tbh

Bank account doesn't say the same thing ...

 

[rbeazer]

Bank account said no ...
Pay now button said yes ...
Bank account - Nil - Pay Now - 1

 

[imprezaworks]

Top man.

 

[imprezaworks]

Need to tidy the headlights and came across this

Turtle Wax 51768 Headlight Restorer Kit Headlamp Cleaning Restores Brightness Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004XZQF8O/?tag=cliospnet01-21

@Danith

Didn't you try something a while ago that worked well. Was cheap too iirc?

 

[Al_G]

Need to tidy the headlights and came across this

Turtle Wax 51768 Headlight Restorer Kit Headlamp Cleaning Restores Brightness Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004XZQF8O/?tag=cliospnet01-21

@Danith

Didn't you try something a while ago that worked well. Was cheap too iirc?

I bought the AG one from halfords. Worked really well and very easy (albeit time consuming). Wasn’t that cheap (halfords prices) but I’m sure you’ll find it pretty cheap on eBay and the likes.

 

[Danith]

Need to tidy the headlights and came across this

Turtle Wax 51768 Headlight Restorer Kit Headlamp Cleaning Restores Brightness Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004XZQF8O/?tag=cliospnet01-21

@Danith

Didn't you try something a while ago that worked well. Was cheap too iirc?

Wet and dry then a blast with my das6 and good old fashioned t cut ha

 

[rbeazer]

Been thinking about starting up a YouTube channel for detailing.
What kind of thing does everybody like to see when watching detailing videos.
I haven't got loads of kit, i was thinking of doing videos of me deep cleaning really dirty cars and showing what they really look like without all the road grime.

Would people be interested in that ?

And are there any members in the south west that would want their cars included in the videos. Or could have mates with really mucky wagons
Obviously not done for free but for a reasonable price for the service you would receive all done with quality products (mainly Auto Finesse)
Just want to know your thoughts and ideas

 

[Al_G]

Been thinking about starting up a YouTube channel for detailing.
What kind of thing does everybody like to see when watching detailing videos.
I haven't got loads of kit, i was thinking of doing videos of me deep cleaning really dirty cars and showing what they really look like without all the road grime.

Would people be interested in that ?

And are there any members in the south west that would want their cars included in the videos. Or could have mates with really mucky wagons
Obviously not done for free but for a reasonable price for the service you would receive all done with quality products (mainly Auto Finesse)
Just want to know your thoughts and ideas

Product comparisons are where its at. Cleaning best pro five videos have been done to death.

 

[imprezaworks]

After a new wax to try out.

Anyone got any to sell etc? Durability not an issue as i clean the car weekly.

It's on my Black Golf.

 

[rbeazer]

After a new wax to try out.

Anyone got any to sell etc? Durability not an issue as i clean the car weekly.

It's on my Black Golf.

Lots of people rave about Dodo Juice - Purple Haze . Supposed to be really good on dark cars.
Results look decent from what I've seen .
Not sure what durability is like tho.

 

[imprezaworks]

Yeah have read that.

May try the panel pot at a fiver. Been reading about the Blackfire stuff but a little more than i want to spend/try.

 

[rbeazer]

Yeah have read that.

May try the panel pot at a fiver. Been reading about the Blackfire stuff but a little more than i want to spend/try.

Worth a shot for a fiver
I've always quite liked using auto finesse stuff. Not used any of their wax yet but they are also supposed to be decent.
Too much choice around nowadays

 

[imprezaworks]

Yeah loads of choice, most of the which are probably the same lol.

 

[_Tom]

Whats a decent strong wheel cleaner for satin black wheels?

I've been using Wonder Wheels colour active stuff from Asda as it's cheap at £7.00 a bottle but I'm finding it still leaves brown residue inside the wheels. It will come off eventually but after spending half hour on each wheel..

 

[rbeazer]

Whats a decent strong wheel cleaner for satin black wheels?

I've been using Wonder Wheels colour active stuff from Asda as it's cheap at £7.00 a bottle but I'm finding it still leaves brown residue inside the wheels. It will come off eventually but after spending half hour on each wheel..

Stay away from that stuff. It's got iron out stuff in it and you shouldn't use it all the time as it can eat away at the wheel. I stupidly used it myself when I was feeling cheap

Im a big fan of the auto finesse stuff. Imperial wheel cleaner as a pre-treatment and then some of their revolution wheel soap to wash them properly.
Meguiars also sell decent cleaner in halfords. Auto glym magma is also supposed to be decent.

 

[imprezaworks]

Going to try the G3 supergloss wax. It's on offer at ecp for £13 form 27.

 

[_Tom]

Stay away from that stuff. It's got iron out stuff in it and you shouldn't use it all the time as it can eat away at the wheel. I stupidly used it myself when I was feeling cheap

Im a big fan of the auto finesse stuff. Imperial wheel cleaner as a pre-treatment and then some of their revolution wheel soap to wash them properly.
Meguiars also sell decent cleaner in halfords. Auto glym magma is also supposed to be decent.

I've found the AF to be even less effective at cleaning. 😆

 

[rbeazer]

I've found the AF to be even less effective at cleaning. 😆

Seems to depend on your wheels. Everyone swears by something different

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

Stay away from that stuff. It's got iron out stuff in it and you shouldn't use it all the time as it can eat away at the wheel. I stupidly used it myself when I was feeling cheap

Iron out? As in iron remover? I’m pretty sure that iron removers such as ironX are completely safe to use on all paint.