The best way to clean my car is.....?

[The Seer]

Thanks gents.

Thought it was odd that it wouldn't need buffing.:S

 

[The Seer]

Reasonably fine weather, time to wash the car...

Used the Duragloss 901 shampoo today, quite pleased with the results. Though personally no better than Meguairs Gold Class shampoo.

After wasshing proceeded to wax with ClearKote Carnuba Moosw Wax.

Was hoping to for more pleasing results than acheived.

Applied a fair amount. Made sure NONE was left on the paintwork at the removal stage. Buffed heavily with microfibre cloth. Ambient temperature of 8 degrees C.

Say's it can darken the overall shade of the paint. Didn't notice this. Just feel the shine isn't as crisp or reflective as I was hoping it would be.

Results below. Something I'm missing here? Application technique?

 

[mattjk]

looks pretty damn shiny to me!

 

[Rich]

The wax is the final few percent of the overall look, most of the appearance comes in the polishing stages. Looks good to me though. CMW is a ok wax not used mine for ages there are better.

Surprised you did not notice any difference in the Duragloss over Gold Class, the surface feel after use is so much slicker.

 

[The Seer]

I suppose the tactility of the surface is a little smoother but not a great deal of difference than when using Meguiars Gold Class.

Could've been the light that gave the overall impression of a reduction in sharpness of shine, when using the Carnuba Moose Wax. Dare I say it, I feel I could've received the same results if I'd used Turtle Wax Original.:S

Beading of water on the surface is good though. It's raining here in Essex once more.:dapprove:

Once the Moose Wax is used up I'll try a hard wax, perhaps the onyx unless you've any other suggestions for the Racing Blue paintwork?

 

[The Seer]

looks pretty damn shiny to me!

Thanks.

I try and keep her like that all of time, despite weather and daily miles.

 

[Rich]

Onyx seems to look great on any colour I have tried it on - though RB is not one I have used it on, but am confident it will look good though.

 

[kpowell911]

The SRP was never going to do much on the Swirls. Less is more with the EGP when you think it is thin enough it is still too thick. Allowing it to sit on the paint long enough is a must.

In your opinion, How long is long enough?

Also, IS this megs #16

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....Track=true&ssPageName=VIP:Watchlink:middle:uk

 

[Brand86]

Ideally 45-60 minutes depending on the conditions and yes that is Megs 16.

 

[Rich]

Minimum of 30 mins at least for the EGP, I tend to leave it for an hour if I can, also using it on a damp day is a mistake.

Yeap that is Megs #16.

 

[The Seer]

Second that. Damp days are basta*d.

 

[Rich]

This is why Jeffs AJT is such a good replacement to it !

 

[The Seer]

I'm unfamiliar with this product.

It is better than Autoglym's EGP in overall finish?

 

[Rich]

Not really just so much easier to use. Imagine EGP in a spray form, wipe on and wipe of like a quick detail spray, no cure times or waiting between layers. I can do 3 layers of it in the time it takes to apply and remove one of EGP.

http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/acatalog/jeffs-werkstatt-acrylic-jett-trigger-protect.html

 

[TeZ]

I love it , as said you can layer it up almost instantly

I find you can even use it on a cold day better than the EGP 2,

Rich have you used/tried much else of the Jeffs range as im ordering a few today.

TeZ/

 

[Rich]

Not bothered with the Prime as I have loads of Carlack 68 and Klasse AIO. But the Strong version is meant to be good.

I have both the JEFFS Werkstatt Acrylic Glos and JEFFS Werkstatt Carnauba Glos QD's but neither are that special. Not bothered with anything else.

 

[TeZ]

Well ill try the strong and i have orderd the Acrylic gloss as i have run out of Sonus.

Isnt Carlack 68 / Klasse AIO very similar?

 

[Rich]

Same product from the results I have seen, just seemed to aquire various bottles over time lol

 

[TeZ]

Lol fair enough.

maybe make some new labels ? GG AIO 68

 

[Rich]

GG would never rebrand, he is very dedicated to developing his own products, look at the hair re-growth products....

 

[TeZ]

FLOL knowsit.

 

[The Seer]

Washed the car once more with the Duragloss today. Then followed by ClearKote Carnuba Moose Wax.

The results this time were better. When waxing yestereday I thought I used a fair amount of the Wax. Looking at the bottle of Moose Wax today, realised I hadn't.

Used twice as much today. Shine much better, and probably what it should be.

 

[Rich]

Lots of product is not the key lol ! Nice thin coats, anything you remove is excess wasted product.

 

[kpowell911]

Thanks Rich, I'll get some #16 ordered

 

[The Seer]

Lots of product is not the key lol ! Nice thin coats, anything you remove is excess wasted product.

There's always going to be some excess that requires buffing.

Yesterday's result was better than the previous, even if there was excess left over. Time was of the essence, not enough of it for building up coats of wax.

 

[Rich]

Agreed but ideally the thinner you can get it the better. CMW is one of the sticker thicker ones and does not spread as easily or thinnly as some of them.

 

[The Seer]

I found it easier than that Samurai wax I tried a while back.

It is sticky, though I really enjoyed how easy it was to remove it unlike the Samurai.

When using a hard wax would you suggest storing inside at room temp and/or leaving on top of the boiler for twenty mins before using? This technique would aid an easier smoother and more consistent application?

 

[Rich]

Room temp is fine, I warm the wax by rubbing my fingers round it soon makes it soft. If it is really cold I leave it under the halogen for a few mins.

 

[The Seer]

Thank you.

Just put a bit a dampner on using hard wax ever again after the results with the Samurai.

I'll give it another go and leave the tub indoors well before applying.

You say you run your finger's around the lip of the tub?

 

[Rich]

Rub the top of the wax and it warms it up yes.

Not used the Samuri but I thought it was just re-badged Onyx which is super soft.

My Onyx, Saphir and BOS are all soft, the Mystery is rock solid though.

 

[The Big Yin]

Heres a post i did a while ago which has loads of info Might be off use to you

I have come across many sites and bookmarked them just thought it would be good to share

The following are how to guides some even have videos to show techniques a bit better

http://www.properautocare.com/problemsolving.html

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/topics.php?topicId=17

http://www.autogeek.net/detailingtips.html

http://www.autogeek.net/pinnacleprod.html

If you have Alcantara heres a wee guide to cleaning it

http://www.alcantara.com/en/experience/manutenzione/manutenzione.shtml

Same but for suede

http://www.ehow.com/how_3139_clean-suede.html

This ones all about wetsanding

http://optimumforums.org/index.php?showtopic=58

Ideal guide for removing scratches and chips (if you have the bottle)

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=27

Repairing wheel curb marks

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=30

How to remove fine scratches

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=53

How to use a porter cable polisher

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=47

How to get the perfect shine

http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=28

 

[The Seer]

A wealth of info there.

Appreciated.

 

[The Seer]

The bottle of Swissol Pneu has run out.

I'm rather keen on it's results and would like to buy another bottle. Any suggestions on the cheapest retailer in the U.K. ?

 

[Rich]

Only retailer now online is Swissvax direct.

 

[TeZ]

^ They are a great service tbh .

 

[The Seer]

Only retailer now online is Swissvax direct.

Thanks.

I thought so, I did have a look on the net with Swissvax being the only one. Thought there might be another.

Product is soon to be deleted?

 

[Rich]

Not as far as I know, all Swissvax Products have to be purchased direct from them now.

 

[The Seer]

Large bottle of Pneu purchased today, pay day.

 

[The Seer]

After washing the car, to save waxing I've heard people mention quick detailing spray.

Is it easy to use/apply? What sort of results can one expect? What product would be the best to use?

Thanks.

 

[Brand86]

Very easy to use, just spray on and wipe off straight away with a MF cloth.

Produces a decent finish but all depends on your wash technique and what LSP you are using.

My favourite is Sonus Caranuba Spritz but Megs Last Touch is still very good and works out very cost effective, lasts for ages.