Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

[imprezaworks]

https://cliosport.net/threads/vics-concours-wax-larger-pot-%C2%A340.849203/

 

[Matt e]

just bottle a bottle after seeing a video on it,

 

[imprezaworks]

 

[Gally]

Yeah it's not a run off in the rain product it literally repels water. 👍🏻

 

[RustyMojo]

I use it, it’s ok wouldn’t say it’s long lasting mind. My car lives in a garage but I get a couple of washes before needing to retreat at best. Easy to use and looks decent enough though

 

[JD]

The new products really have made life easier but god I miss waxing. Some of my favourite nights in the summer waxing the old steed...

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A wipe down with z6...

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Just in here for the memories.

 

[riz]

Just got this

I can't describe how infinitely better this is than the equivalent Karcher.
Feels really well built and the snow foam lance is phenomenal.

https://www.qvcuk.com/ava-go-p40-pressure-washer-xl-bundle.product.738057.html?utm_medium=css&utm_campaign=nmpi&utm_term=generic&utm_content=generic&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-_mvBhDwARIsAA-Q0Q4pUid9WcCC7aVUVXAbfcLR1tHAiQMCRLZ8bsd20_1H-TpyjZYwgtsaAvmLEALw_wcB&utm_source=bybuybye&irgwc=1&cm_mmc=affiliate-_-NMPi%20-%20CSS%20%28EU%29-_-ONLINE_TRACKING_LINK-_-mediapartner&cid=IR-css-ONLINE_TRACKING_LINK&e22=NMPi%20-%20CSS%20%28EU%29&e21=&e7=620688&e20=1283495&irclickid=yCdSDNVJPxyPWzg1wWRe9wZKUkHUgHzzxV9yRQ0&

 

[Gally]

Interesting recommendation mate. I'm in the market for a smaller one that kranzle I have is a beast to be moving about all day! Wanted a smaller one as I'm not cleaning as many cars.

What about that other one folk were recommending?

 

[Matt e]

i saw the bigger ones in b and q this morning, one og the had a 20 year guarantee!

 

[riz]

Interesting recommendation mate. I'm in the market for a smaller one that kranzle I have is a beast to be moving about all day! Wanted a smaller one as I'm not cleaning as many cars.

What about that other one folk were recommending?

My only gripe if the length of the hose but the P60 is 200£ more...

 

[MLB]

Yeah it's not a run off in the rain product it literally repels water. 👍🏻

Does it 'restore' old faded plastic as well or just to coat new(ish) plastic?

 

[Matt e]

Does it 'restore' old faded plastic as well or just to coat new(ish) plastic?

ive only used it on my upvc shed door, before it was sun faded and now it bought back the colour and it didnt wash off with the heavy rain we had after

 

[imprezaworks]

Looks to restore

 

[Gally]

Definitely restores. The videos will show the clear difference it makes.

 

[Gally]

My only gripe if the length of the hose but the P60 is 200£ more...

Easy change the hose? Hosepipes direct or whatever they are called used to be great for short triggers and hoses.

 

[riz]

Easy change the hose? Hosepipes direct or whatever they are called used to be great for short triggers and hoses.

Could do but the hose folds and fits under the carry handle, so would lose that functionality

 

[Gally]

Could do but the hose folds and fits under the carry handle, so would lose that functionality

Ah! Being more portable I don't mind the hose length as much. My hose from tap to washer is long also.

 

[riz]

The warranty sold it to me but using It today, it's much better built than my K4 was. The Foam bottle also has ratio markings on and is actually a different design of foam bottle.

 

[Cookie]

I need to replace the hose (because it split) and maybe the lance (because its been jammed into the ground one too many times 😂) on my Nilfisk C105.. any suggestions?

I'll probably end up buying a new pressure washer at some point because the lack of length in the existing hose (and no reel) and also the lack of wheels drive me nuts, but for now only really need a replacement hose because its split after 9 years of abuse

 

[imprezaworks]

I bought a Hawksmoor washer from Toolstation the higher output one, find it decent for £100

 

[JP83]

I need to replace the hose (because it split) and maybe the lance (because its been jammed into the ground one too many times 😂) on my Nilfisk C105.. any suggestions?

I'll probably end up buying a new pressure washer at some point because the lack of length in the existing hose (and no reel) and also the lack of wheels drive me nuts, but for now only really need a replacement hose because its split after 9 years of abuse

I got a longer replacement hose as a gift, but pretty sure it was from Direct Hoses.

 

[Gally]

I got a longer replacement hose as a gift, but pretty sure it was from Direct Hoses.

Direct hoses are really good and make things pretty simple. @Cookie also a short stubby trigger. 👍🏻

 

[Matt e]

That's what plastic coat does to trims, top one has nothing on it

 

[Cookie]

Direct hoses are really good and make things pretty simple. @Cookie also a short stubby trigger. 👍🏻

Ordered a new Nilfisk hose from one place, which would have been fine.. if the old hose wasn't seized in the gun (because it hasn't been removed for 9 years 😂)

So I smashed the old gun to pieces for fun, and ordered a short gun thing from Direct Hoses (they didn't have the hose I needed anyway)
😂

 

[imprezaworks]

Ordered 100 lol of these magic sponges from AliExpress for £3.20 iirc. Arrived in really quick time

 

[imprezaworks]

Also have these bits for sale.

Would include postage for on here.

https://cliosport.net/threads/detailing-bits-%C2%A350.849286/

 

[JD]

I need to replace the hose (because it split) and maybe the lance (because its been jammed into the ground one too many times 😂) on my Nilfisk C105.. any suggestions?

I'll probably end up buying a new pressure washer at some point because the lack of length in the existing hose (and no reel) and also the lack of wheels drive me nuts, but for now only really need a replacement hose because its split after 9 years of abuse

Read my text you plonker.

 

[Clart]

What’s the best trim restorer these days. Is it still c4?

 

[imprezaworks]

Interior I like car pro perl, never tried C4 though

 

[Clart]

Sorry meant exterior

 

[imprezaworks]

Probably try C4. For a quick look at me the infinity plastic seems great

 

[MRBILLYUK]

Probably try C4. For a quick look at me the infinity plastic seems great

I've tried Infinity wax plastic coat and wasn't that impressed to be honest.
Carpro Dlux wipes the floor with it for restoring the colour and longevity.

 

[imprezaworks]

Think for what I need the infinity wax to do it's a win.

 

[imprezaworks]

https://cliosport.net/threads/bmd-waxes-new-%C2%A310-posted-minimum-2-purchased.849335/

 

[Neil Clio 182]

I've tried Infinity wax plastic coat and wasn't that impressed to be honest.
Carpro Dlux wipes the floor with it for restoring the colour and longevity.

came here to look for trim restorer the autoglym stuff rinses right off. My TT RS had a full Carpro Hit, good stuff.
not sure I like the price Carpro Dlux though

Pic of freshly CarPro detailed, be rude not to.

 

[JamesBryan]

came here to look for trim restorer the autoglym stuff rinses right off. My TT RS had a full Carpro Hit, good stuff.
not sure I like the price Carpro Dlux though

Pic of freshly CarPro detailed, be rude not to.View attachment 1687430

Dlux is cheap when you consider it's a trim AND wheel coating. So saves having to buy two products.

 

[MRBILLYUK]

came here to look for trim restorer the autoglym stuff rinses right off. My TT RS had a full Carpro Hit, good stuff.
not sure I like the price Carpro Dlux though

Pic of freshly CarPro detailed, be rude not to.View attachment 1687430

Carpro Dlux lasts for ages, a little bit goes a long way. I had high hopes for the Infinity wax plastic coat when it was released as I like their products, but was really disappointed how long it lasted. Autoglym trim gel is poor as well in my opinion.

 

[ex-Chinese Dave]

Just bought a 172 Cup. Obviously the paintwork is as old as the hills and needs work. These photos are of the roof, which is the worst part of the paintwork from what I can see (sorry for the reflection). I washed the car, used some AutoGlym paint renovator (better than T-Cut no doubt!) and polished it with some AutoGlym Uktra Deep Shine polish. It looks a lot better than before but still not good from certain angles, and it doesn’t feel smooth. Am I right in thinking that only a machine polish will restore this? The car also has little scratches all over but from 10ft away looks good.

 

[imprezaworks]

A machine would make that job loads easier

 

[JamesBryan]

Just bought a 172 Cup. Obviously the paintwork is as old as the hills and needs work. These photos are of the roof, which is the worst part of the paintwork from what I can see (sorry for the reflection). I washed the car, used some AutoGlym paint renovator (better than T-Cut no doubt!) and polished it with some AutoGlym Uktra Deep Shine polish. It looks a lot better than before but still not good from certain angles, and it doesn’t feel smooth. Am I right in thinking that only a machine polish will restore this? The car also has little scratches all over but from 10ft away looks good.View attachment 1687628View attachment 1687629View attachment 1687630View attachment 1687631

Yeah, pretty much.