Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

[Cliotoby]

G1 or nothing for the windscreen.

 

[Yellow Dave]

Both cars are running G1 for approx 2years and water behaviour is a little past its best, have been topping it up with original version C1.5 (this doesn't smear or judder either)

On side and rear windows, and bodywork reload was performing just as well as C2v3

 

[Jaff.]

I will say I've only had experience with reload on the windows over g1

 

[Inequality Street]

I reload all my windows except the windscreen, I like it. Leave the Windscreen bare though.

 

[Gally]

These products always work well on glass. I use them myself. Just never on a windscreen.

What's it going to last? 2 wiper swipes?

 

[Chapppers11]

So tried a couple of the AMDetail products today.. Bubbles and Wheels and both seem very good. Wheels were pretty heavily soiled after the drive home from FCS in the rain. Shifted the muck with no drama and smelt lovely. So far, so good!

AMDetail by Lawro1988, on Flickr

AMDetail by Lawro1988, on Flickr

AMDetail by Lawro1988, on Flickr

Did the wheel cleaner affect the protection on the wheels?

​Looks good! Can't wait to try it all.

 

[Yellow Dave]

These products always work well on glass. I use them myself. Just never on a windscreen.

What's it going to last? 2 wiper swipes?

water behaviour still performing tonight

 

[Lawro]

Did the wheel cleaner affect the protection on the wheels?

​Looks good! Can't wait to try it all.

I C5'd them about 8 weeks ago and it doesnt appear to have affected the protection at all.

Looking forward to trying the Glaze and Seal.

 

[JD]

Even a fairly strong TFR won't damage C5, so this will be fine.

 

[Gally]

Most of those products are tested for chemical resistance.

 

[Yellow Dave]

Looking for a bundle of MF clothes for applying nano sealant to a full car, as they'll be thrown away after I don't want to use anything too decent, but am I going to be compromising the finish or risk marring with cheapo multipacks?

Never bought them in bulk before so they've always been half decent MF's that I've used when removing the residue, as I've typically only applied it to wheels or one panel at a time.

Asda can get these on click and collect
http://direct.asda.com/Microfibre-Towels--24-pack/001030912,default,pd.html

Anyone recommend any bulk buy that are decent? I know Costco are often mentioned but can't think of a local one

 

[MatthewR]

When are you needing them for Dave, I need some new ones so can find out when the parents are next going and get some there to post on for you?

 

[mi16chris]

Looking for a bundle of MF clothes for applying nano sealant to a full car, as they'll be thrown away after I don't want to use anything too decent, but am I going to be compromising the finish or risk marring with cheapo multipacks?

Never bought them in bulk before so they've always been half decent MF's that I've used when removing the residue, as I've typically only applied it to wheels or one panel at a time.

Asda can get these on click and collect
http://direct.asda.com/Microfibre-Towels--24-pack/001030912,default,pd.html

Anyone recommend any bulk buy that are decent? I know Costco are often mentioned but can't think of a local one

I use these mate not mega cheap but they have a nice feel to them http://bit.ly/16vHiSn

 

[Cliotoby]

Screwfix.

 

[Lawro]

Looking for a bundle of MF clothes for applying nano sealant to a full car, as they'll be thrown away after I don't want to use anything too decent, but am I going to be compromising the finish or risk marring with cheapo multipacks?

Never bought them in bulk before so they've always been half decent MF's that I've used when removing the residue, as I've typically only applied it to wheels or one panel at a time.

Asda can get these on click and collect
http://direct.asda.com/Microfibre-Towels--24-pack/001030912,default,pd.html

Anyone recommend any bulk buy that are decent? I know Costco are often mentioned but can't think of a local one

I found it worked out cheaper to buy them in smaller 6 packs as they are currently £2 at the moment. Bought a load for removing polish from exhausts etc

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

I found it worked out cheaper to buy them in smaller 6 packs as they are currently £2 at the moment. Bought a load for removing polish from exhausts etc

They're even cheaper at the moment. Six pack for £1.50.

I bought myself 5 packs on Saturday

 

[Lawro]

They're even cheaper at the moment. Six pack for £1.50.

I bought myself 5 packs on Saturday

​Bargain at twice the price!

 

[Coby.]

Mothers wheels were in need of Iron-X more than my own

 

[Yellow Dave]

I use these mate not mega cheap but they have a nice feel to them http://bit.ly/16vHiSn

although they're pretty decent quality, £1.50 each compared to £0.34 each is quite different for something that will be thrown away after just one use. Plus buying direct from i4d we get members discount.

So general consensus is that the budget ones will be fine for removing quartz coating residue and not inflicting any unnecessary damage on soft paint?

Have a screwfix near work so will check them out. Not in any hurry so might take you up on your offer Matthew, what sort of cost and quantity are they?

 

[Scrooge]

Costco, 40 microfibres for £15. They're quite good.

 

[Clart]

I'm having a go at some correction on my dads megane next week - but i've lost my LC orange pad.

I'll be using some Megs 105 and or tripple - what are microfibre cutting pads like?

 

[Chapppers11]

http://www.alibaba.com/product-free...M_40cmx40cm_Microfibre_Microfiber_cloths.html

MOQ of 1000...

Anyone fancy a group buy lol

 

[Coby.]

I need a bunch of new MF's so if anyone can do some sort of GB I'd definitely get involved.

Living in a little town means I have no easy place to pop in and get any from

 

[Gally]

Primark. 15 in a pack for £1....

Awesome things. They look a bit better than the ones in the picture.

 

[Jaff.]

Any recommendations for cleaning and protecting interior plastics?

I want a dull matte look to them not a glossy finish

 

[Gally]

Gtechniq C6 leaves a nice finish but there are hundreds out there.

I use Swissvax nano express on my interior trims. Great finish.

 

[aucky]

Any recommendations for cleaning and protecting interior plastics?

I want a dull matte look to them not a glossy finish

Werkstat satin is quite nice

 

[JD]

Tried the AngelWax stuff that came in the last WaxyBox and that was pretty good.

 

[Cliotoby]

whens the new one getting delivered?

 

[JD]

End of July onwards I presume? Don't know, never been part of it before.

 

[Chapppers11]

Yep, gets sent out tomorrow I think, so should hopefully be with us before the weekend.

 

[Clart]

I'm having a go at some correction on my dads megane next week - but i've lost my LC orange pad.

I'll be using some Megs 105 and or tripple - what are microfibre cutting pads like?

anyone?

 

[JD]

anyone?

MF pads give a DA more cut, so is more akin to correcting with a rotary, but with the ease of use of a DA. For Audi paint, they're useful. For Clios, I'd stick with the Hex pads personally.

Definitely apply tripple by finishing pad or hand. Are you correcting or masking?

 

[Jaff.]

What about cleaning them? The focus has slightly stained door cards from the rain that I want to remove before protecting them.

a really weak solution of g101 maybe?

 

[Clart]

Can i correct with the M105 on a heavy cut pad and refine with the tripple on a finishing pad?

 

[JD]

What about cleaning them? The focus has slightly stained door cards from the rain that I want to remove before protecting them.

a really weak solution of g101 maybe?

Weak APC solution with a gently brush is a good start. Or if not textured, simply a MF rub down should do the trick. Always try an inconspicuous area of course. What are they, plastic?

Can i correct with the M105 on a heavy cut pad and refine with the tripple on a finishing pad?

Yes, but M105 is pretty heavy. How hard is the paint? Ideally something lesser like IP3.02 then 85 to finish. If you're aiming to just make it look better, I'd Tripple by hand or da tbh.

 

[Jaff.]

Textures plastic yeah

 

[Gally]

What about cleaning them? The focus has slightly stained door cards from the rain that I want to remove before protecting them.

a really weak solution of g101 maybe?

Or washing up liquid. Brilliant stuff, cleans everything!

 

[Clart]

its an ultra blue megane 225

 

[Jaff.]

Or washing up liquid. Brilliant stuff, cleans everything!

really do need to buy a bottle of fairy for my cleaning kits lol