Detailing Chat & Questions Thread

[Jaff.]

Why warm water? And is there not a guide to how much to put in there with different pressure washers?

Just tried bilt hamber foam for the first time, doesn't dwell half as long as magifoam does but seems to clean just aswel.
Hit it with diluted vp citrus clean first though! That stuff is epic!

 

[Pearce]

Anyone recieved there lucky dip bag from PB yet mine says there's been a delay for two days on there website ?

 

[Yellow Dave]

Some on DW have

1L AutoFinesse Lather
500ml AutoFinesse Satin
500ml AutoFinesse Citrus Power
AutoFinesse Poster
Weskstat Prot
Gyeon Prep
Nanolex Wash Coat (100ml)
Blackfire Shampoo Sample
Blackfire Interior Cleaner Sample
Foam Applicator
Air Freshener
3 x Microfibre Cloths
Large Wheel Woolie

1L AutoFinesse Lather
500ml AutoFinesse Satin
500ml AutoFinesse Citrus Power
AutoFinesse Poster
AutoFinesse Revitalise #3
Gyeon Iron
Menz 203s
Nanolex Final Finish Sample
2 x Foam Applicators
Air Freshener
Microfiber Madness Yellow Fellow Towel
2 x Microfibre Cloths

 

[Mr R.]

I ordered Ceriglass from CarPro amoung some other bits, but when my order came through they had sent me Fixer.

I sent them a email and i got a quick response from Craig saying that it must have been pick wrong and to send it back. Craig had alreay posted me the Ceriglass 1st class before id even posted the Fixer back which i recived the next day.

When it arrived Craig had also sent me the FlyBy30 50ml kit for free.

Very happy with CarPro, cracking service.

 

[Cliotoby]

Why warm water? And is there not a guide to how much to put in there with different pressure washers?

Just tried bilt hamber foam for the first time, doesn't dwell half as long as magifoam does but seems to clean just aswel.
Hit it with diluted vp citrus clean first though! That stuff is epic!

More heat - More cleaning power - more respect.

You ever used G101 with hot water? Best Degreaser ever. Period.

Think once my Demons shine is finished Ill be getting some as its really useful for winter grime innit.

 

[Jaff.]

But the amount of warm water in the bottle is negligible compared to the cold from the hose surely?

Never used g101 how no, I will try that! Its s**t hot with cold

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

To give you an example of what a prick I can be sometimes I've been using my Auto Finesse avalanche neat.

I didn't read the instructions and have therefore gone through 5 litres rather quickly. b****cks.

 

[Scrooge]

Lol how thick has the foam been?

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

Lol how thick has the foam been?

Thicker than a female Russian shot putters thighs

 

[Yellow Dave]

I lol at your reply.

I guess using it neat through a foam lance you can wind down the dilution mixture so it won't be quite as strong. I do that sometimes when I want to use up a product.

I haven't been using the pressure washer on recent washes due to a risk of hoses freezing, but did both cars with it at the weekend and I'd forgotten how easy it is to wash after.

 

[MatthewR]

I haven't been using the pressure washer on recent washes due to a risk of hoses freezing, but did both cars with it at the weekend and I'd forgotten how easy it is to wash after.

+1 I stopped using my power washer for around 6 months as I couldn't be bothered getting it all out Etc. now we have moved house and everything is much easier to get out I use it every time and love how easy it is to clean the car!

 

[Bluebeard]

Guys, i need some new DA pads. I'm currently using ones with hexagons on them and they're fine.

My products of the moment (car dependant) are AF revitalize and Gtecniq P1. What should I buy??

 

[aucky]

Depends what for?

I'm guessing you have CG hexlogic pads atm? 3M blue and yellow pads are nice too

 

[Scrooge]

Guys, i need some new DA pads. I'm currently using ones with hexagons on them and they're fine.

My products of the moment (car dependant) are AF revitalize and Gtecniq P1. What should I buy??

hexlogic pads again and menzerna polish. I'm more than happy with the results I get.

 

[Bluebeard]

What polish ant? Links would be good!

Bare in mind I'm not a detailed so I need stuff that's fast and gives good results. I can't spend a day doing a car or I'll be bankrupt by January.

 

[Scrooge]

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polish/menzerna-250ml/prod_229.html

That'll do the trick, not as refined as I'd like but it'll do for prepping a car for sale

 

[Pearce]

Looking for a wax for myself budget of around £50 maybe slightly more my cars nimbus if it matters an I don't want carbon use to have it an want summat dieffernt what we thinkin chaps ?

 

[Mr R.]

Dan, ive got the AF DA kit which I bought to do my van.
Ive only had time to do the rear 1/4 so far but the results are good.

Polish bliss sell the kit with discount.

Also CarPro do a polish/compound called Fixer which seems a good all rounder but I haven't used it.

 

[Scrooge]

Too many steps for him for sales prep tbh Scott

 

[MatthewR]

Guys, i need some new DA pads. I'm currently using ones with hexagons on them and they're fine.

My products of the moment (car dependant) are AF revitalize and Gtecniq P1. What should I buy??

Definatly hex pads you've got Daniel!
Tbh I'd just go with them again if your liking them, check DW out chemical guys had a discount going on them I'm not sure if it is still on though.

 

[Mr R.]

Too many steps for him for sales prep tbh Scott

I did think it would have been.

 

[Scrooge]

2500 menz will do great Dan

 

[Sunglasses_Ron]

I lol at your reply.

I guess using it neat through a foam lance you can wind down the dilution mixture so it won't be quite as strong. I do that sometimes when I want to use up a product.

I haven't been using the pressure washer on recent washes due to a risk of hoses freezing, but did both cars with it at the weekend and I'd forgotten how easy it is to wash after.

Yeah I was through a foam lance.

I've still used about 4 litres on 4 washes though lol

Oh well, every day's a school day lol

 

[Wrighty.]

Can anyone recommend me a decent wheel brush for around £20??

 

[Scrooge]

http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/uf/caliper-and-spoke-wheel-woolie-large.aspx

 

[Wrighty.]

http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/uf/caliper-and-spoke-wheel-woolie-large.aspx

Cheers!

 

[Bluebeard]

2500 menz will do great Dan

I've bought this... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140983300248

And I'm about to buy two of these... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FLEXIPADS...ssories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item2c77948c9a

Have I did good?

 

[Scrooge]

Get one white and one green dude, the green will Do well on anything stubborn then just fly over with a white quickly. You did good lol

 

[Bluebeard]

I'll buy two green too then. I can't buy one of anything, I need two at least. Because wierdo.

I've just ordered 2 white, two yellow and i'll now get two green.

 

[Gally]

203s plus White can be superb with the right technique and time. Even via DA.

 

[Scrooge]

Haha good man, got a decent brush etc to keep the, in top condition?

 

[Bluebeard]

Brush?

 

[Scrooge]

203s plus White can be superb with the right technique and time. Even via DA.

Pretty much all my details have included that combos amongst other. Love it.

 

[Pearce]

Anyone used the bouncers wax specifically 22 or satsuma rock looking to purchase one but didn't no which one to buy

 

[Mr R.]

Brush?

A pad cleaning brush.

I also have the pad prep spray from AF. Don't know if its needed though.
Scrooge will know.

 

[JD]

Anyone used the bouncers wax specifically 22 or satsuma rock looking to purchase one but didn't no which one to buy

If you want to test the latter I have a left over tub of it. Will have a think about cost but won't be anything like the retail. Great wax, looked superb on my red s3 and sisters silver polo alike. I'll post up a photo later and tag you.

 

[Pearce]

If you want to test the latter I have a left over tub of it. Will have a think about cost but won't be anything like the retail. Great wax, looked superb on my red s3 and sisters silver polo alike. I'll post up a photo later and tag you.

Yes mate let me know how much is left in the tub ?

 

[aucky]

Anyone used the bouncers wax specifically 22 or satsuma rock looking to purchase one but didn't no which one to buy

I have both. I haven't used satsuma enought o comment but B22 is one of my favourite waxes. Especially on light colours and light metallics, it just makes it so blingy!

 

[Pearce]

I have both. I haven't used satsuma enought o comment but B22 is one of my favourite waxes. Especially on light colours and light metallics, it just makes it so blingy!

cheers mate that's good to know wants application like ?

 

[Yellow Dave]

Satsuma rock is very soft and oily, spreads forever but can be over applied very easily also. If removed a panel at a time it's ok but I found it tempremental with curing times. Is super glossy but only managed 2 to 3months durability.

22 is a great alround medium after Satsuma rock, it's still oily but much easier to use and put down a thin layer down. Maybe not as glossy but still nice and works well on all colours, was a little more durable in my experiences.