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Rainx - its brilliant
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R26
I'm looking at getting this:
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/engin...ants/gtechniq-glass-sealant-kit/prod_911.html
So how long exactly does that little bottle of G1 last (front screen only)? How many coats would you use?
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/engin...ants/gtechniq-glass-sealant-kit/prod_911.html
So how long exactly does that little bottle of G1 last (front screen only)? How many coats would you use?
I've put myself on the list for when it's back in stock! Want!
I think it's 3 coats on the front screen mate lasts up to 30k miles
Procedure is 3 coats on the front well cured and then remove.
One on any other window. If you have less than half a bottle left you're doing something very wrong. Like all GT products you need so so little.
A 1/4 bottle of C1 will easily do a full car for eg.
One on any other window. If you have less than half a bottle left you're doing something very wrong. Like all GT products you need so so little.
A 1/4 bottle of C1 will easily do a full car for eg.
R26
So does that equate to one bottle (roughly)?
I asked for an email conformation when they're back in stock. Received the email yesterday, and they're already sold out lol!
I asked for an email conformation when they're back in stock. Received the email yesterday, and they're already sold out lol!
R26
Ah cool. Well I don't have a rear window, and small side windows, so hopefully it'll last a bit longer.
Gally,
is it
G4 to de-contaminate
then apply G1, let it set for 15 mins, apply another coat of G1 and leave for 15 mins, apply another coat of G1 and leave for 15 mins, Use G2 to clear the smears?
Or is is alternate, G1, G2, G1, G2, G1, G2 and your done?
Cheers mate
clay, polish screen (I used AG Car Glass Polish), wipe down with IPA.
Apply G1. Leave 15 mins, Apply G1 again, 15 mins, apply again, leave 15 mins or longer, remove with G2 (Included with G1 when you buy it).
Dont worry if the front screen is a little foggy when you remove it, thatll go everntually, I always wipe down with 3M glass cleaner the day after as thats IPA based and removes any extra residue.
Supposed to last big mileage. Mine lasted from about August till March, not bad considering it got battered throughout winter.
Apply G1. Leave 15 mins, Apply G1 again, 15 mins, apply again, leave 15 mins or longer, remove with G2 (Included with G1 when you buy it).
Dont worry if the front screen is a little foggy when you remove it, thatll go everntually, I always wipe down with 3M glass cleaner the day after as thats IPA based and removes any extra residue.
Supposed to last big mileage. Mine lasted from about August till March, not bad considering it got battered throughout winter.
Cheers mate
Im not confident with clay I've never used it before so I think I would do more damage than good
Im not confident with clay I've never used it before so I think I would do more damage than good
Buy it, use it, sell it on. By the time you need it again I wouldn't worry too much. Nanolex ultra glass sealant is a tad better than G1 but it's more expensive. Lots of places sell G1 though mate not just GT.
***Oh and can I just suggest something to people. With how cheap wipers are these days i'd always buy new one when using windscreen sealants. Poor wipers will degrade sealants so quickly.***
R26
I'm just so surprised that it can last so long! It's not massively more expensive than rainx, but by the sounds of it, a hell of a lot better! (and harder to get hold of too!)
New age products mate.
brisa4984
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wow.
will be ordering this g thingy!
will be ordering this g thingy!
Might have to G5 my borrowed work van tonight if it's due to rain this weekend. I hate the smeary mess that wipers make especially on uncared for vehicles !
Dan, That's the kit I've been eyeing up as well. If you can't wait from CYC a few stores on ebay have it in
Its in stock direct from G|techniq
http://gtechniq.com/shop/3s-for-cars/exterior-coatings/g1-clearvision-smart-glass/
Golf GT & A4 Avant
I managed 3 full cars and another windscreen from my G1 / G2 kit and still have a fraction left, just not enough to do another 3 layers for a windscreen. And to clarify the front screen needs 3 layers before removing, side and rear glass only needs the one coat and 15minutes curing before removing.
If you don't replace your wipers, at least give them a good wipe down with IPA or glass cleaner.
Also.... best to clay the glass before application also regardless if you use a polish or not. you'll be very surprised how much rubbish builds up that you won't be aware of. this will aid the beading and sheeting.
For those that are unsure, get the G5. only needs one layer, is a little less fussy on application and removal. works at slightly lower speeds but won't last as long. I personally will stick to G1 on my own cars, but G5 for anyone elses.
If you don't replace your wipers, at least give them a good wipe down with IPA or glass cleaner.
Also.... best to clay the glass before application also regardless if you use a polish or not. you'll be very surprised how much rubbish builds up that you won't be aware of. this will aid the beading and sheeting.
For those that are unsure, get the G5. only needs one layer, is a little less fussy on application and removal. works at slightly lower speeds but won't last as long. I personally will stick to G1 on my own cars, but G5 for anyone elses.
R26
I've been reading a lot about these G-techniq products, they sound awesome!!
Im already eyeing up the full exterior kit on their site, £100.
I get my bonus next payday, so I think I may treat the Exige to some super duper products.
Im already eyeing up the full exterior kit on their site, £100.
I get my bonus next payday, so I think I may treat the Exige to some super duper products.
R26
Exactly, it doesn't look like you get a lot of actual product, but if each application lasts at least a year, thatll last ages!! I'll definitely get the kit at the end of the month. Although with the weather as it is at the moment, I could do with it now lol!!
Golf GT & A4 Avant
the thing with GTechniq products is it all comes down to the prep, put in the effort and get that right, and it rewards you tenfold
Be careful mate. Some of the exterior products have change recently mate.
I'd personally suggest Cquartz for paint and wheels and Cquartz Dlux for plastics. Just be careful with the actually paint application. It needs to be bang on Dan or you'll be compounding it back.
That's the reason GT didn't sell old C1 to the public.
I simply couldn't recommend C1+ range these days. It's not a patch on the old stuff. Hence they give you C1.5 with it for top ups.
Oh and C1/4/5 are kinda the same thing. Shhhh!
Any other info just ask mate. I actually might have some old C1 for sale soon.
R26
Is the C1+ stuff easy to apply? Can it go wrong easily?
If so, I might just stick to the glass stuff instead.
If so, I might just stick to the glass stuff instead.
It just takes longer to prepare the surface mate.
It's a simple apply and buff off, but if you haven't polished the car, decontaminated and wiped down properly, it won't last as long.
It's a simple apply and buff off, but if you haven't polished the car, decontaminated and wiped down properly, it won't last as long.
Ive already got a nearly full bottle of rainx and the anti fog rainx stuff so ill use that up before going to the g1, What does everyone use for application? im just using kitchen paper towels atm but have a couple of smears on the inside screen around the corners and edges. microfibres do the job?
Why ??
It's like saying I'll have beans on toast for a week before I eat caviar and lobster. Probably...
Just use the G1. Give the other two away or put them in the shed.
Who said anything about putting it in the bin ?
G1 is a far superior product.. why would you want to use the lesser product especially at this time of year ?!
G1 is a far superior product.. why would you want to use the lesser product especially at this time of year ?!
Poopensharten
ClioSport Club Member
Golf R
Im old fashioned, wiper blades with no water is how i play the game
Because he all ready has it? Why spend more money when you have something that is adequate?
I assumed you already had the G1 from your post..
Anyway, on the pot I'm pretty sure it says to use plain kitchen towel to apply - then just sprinkle water on the screen and use another clean sheet to remove.
Titanium 182 FF
Since applying G1 I have barely used my wipers in heavy rain, brilliant stuff. It does not allow frost to form properly either, another advantage.
Only advice i'd give is try to apply it in an environment where the ambient temperature is around 10 degrees. I applied mine outside and it was around 5-6 degrees. On the bottle it states not to apply below 5 degrees so as a result of being borderline I feel mine hasnt cured 100% sucessfully. However, im very impressed with the product!
Only advice i'd give is try to apply it in an environment where the ambient temperature is around 10 degrees. I applied mine outside and it was around 5-6 degrees. On the bottle it states not to apply below 5 degrees so as a result of being borderline I feel mine hasnt cured 100% sucessfully. However, im very impressed with the product!
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