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vectra

Ron Burgundy II wrote: »

The kit I got from the dealer provides two tubes, paint and lacquer separated out.

In terms of sanding back any recommendations?

I have one of those de nibbing pads if you wish to borrow it?
I used it several times on other cars with great results.
Couple of passes of the da and your done..

You are correct with procedure by the way.
Little drops at a time to get the color right. Theh proud with lacquer.
allow to harden and sand back.

Ron Burgundy II

Thanks, Vectra I'll probably take you up on that offer. I'm going to give the car a quick wash tomorrow and see what if any chips I can find.

I bought the paint kit as a precaution. When I called up the dealer last week they didn't have any in stock and it was likely to take two/three days to come in. So just ordered it there and then for €10.

vectra

Ron Burgundy II wrote: »

Thanks, Vectra I'll probably take you up on that offer. I'm going to give the car a quick wash tomorrow and see what if any chips I can find.

I bought the paint kit as a precaution. When I called up the dealer last week they didn't have any in stock and it was likely to take two/three days to come in. So just ordered it there and then for €10.

No bother.
I actually got a kit for the passat from main dealers as well.
I do find the base coat very VERY watery and doesnt really cover the spots that good.
Let me know how you go.

high horse

vectra wrote: »

No bother.
I actually got a kit for the passat from main dealers as well.
I do find the base coat very VERY watery and doesnt really cover the spots that good.
Let me know how you go.

Would you have a link to the denibbing tool? I might be interested in getting something like that but when I googled it I got back wood working tools

vectra

high horse wrote: »

Would you have a link to the denibbing tool? I might be interested in getting something like that but when I googled it I got back wood working tools

Hi,
I bought this one in 2013 so cannot remember where exactly
But Here is a similar one

And Here are the discs for it.

high horse

vectra wrote: »

Hi,
I bought this one in 2013 so cannot remember where exactly
But Here is a similar one

And Here are the discs for it.

Perfect, thanks.

Ron Burgundy II

vectra wrote: »

Hi,
I bought this one in 2013 so cannot remember where exactly
But Here is a similar one

And Here are the discs for it.

I couldn't find that system but my google searching lead me to this

https://www.festool.ie/products/sanding-and-brushing/hand-sanding-blocks-and-abrasives/497525---lzk-hm

vectra

Ron Burgundy II wrote: »

I couldn't find that system but my google searching lead me to this

https://www.festool.ie/products/sanding-and-brushing/hand-sanding-blocks-and-abrasives/497525---lzk-hm

That yoke looks dodgy.
Lol

Ron Burgundy II

vectra wrote: »

That yoke looks dodgy.
Lol

It comes highly recommended on forums in the UK. Just I'm not going to spend that much on it

vectra

Ron Burgundy II wrote: »

It comes highly recommended on forums in the UK. Just I'm not going to spend that much on it

The offer still stands if you want to borrow mine.
Or if you want to buy the ones I linked to.
Whichever you choose.:)

Slattsy

Tips to get spiders out of your wing mirrors?

ronnie3585

Pressure washer.

vectra

Slattsy wrote: »

Tips to get spiders out of your wing mirrors?

I have a funny feeling I read somewhere recently, a spray of Lemon APC gets rid of them as they hate anything citrus.
I may have been dreaming as well LOL>

Slattsy

Pressure washer does not work!

Lemon APC. I'll try that. Hate the bastards!

Kaizersoze81

What would be the best products for cleaning interior dashboard and plastics ?
Also a recommendation for a leather cleaner / conditioner.
Thanks

Sexual Chocolate

For a leather cleaner I use Chemical Guys Sprayable Leather. Love the smell from it.

vectra

Sexual Chocolate wrote: »

For a leather cleaner I use Chemical Guys Sprayable Leather. Love the smell from it.

I used to use that before. But forgot I had it int he shed and tried it after about 12 month.
YUCK.
Horrible disinfectant smell.

Sexual Chocolate

Slattsy wrote: »

Pressure washer does not work!

Lemon APC. I'll try that. Hate the bastards!

Think Dunnes do a cheap spray one for about 1.20

vectra

Sexual Chocolate wrote: »

Think Dunnes do a cheap spray one for about 1.20

Tesco
Lidl
Aldi
They all have cheap ones.

Sexual Chocolate

vectra wrote: »

I used to use that before. But forgot I had it int he shed and tried it after about 12 month.
YUCK.
Horrible disinfectant smell.

I haven't used mine in a few months either, also have Carpro Inside for more thorough jobs, it does a great job but is an acquired smell for an interior I find.

Noccy_Mondy

Fly and bug spray will kill them out of it!

Curran

Kaizersoze81 wrote: »

What would be the best products for cleaning interior dashboard and plastics ?
Also a recommendation for a leather cleaner / conditioner.
Thanks

CarPro Inside will do both the plastics and leather - diluted down a bit more for the plastics.
Most modern leather does no require conditioning as the manufacturing process changed circa 1990, and most are no longer breathable. To check if it is breathable, drip a bit of water on the leather, if it doesnt soak immediately, its not breathable, and therefore wont absorb a conditioner. A conditioner if used then will sit on the surface and attract more dirt.
Just keep them cleaned regularly.

Sexual Chocolate wrote: »

I haven't used mine in a few months either, also have Carpro Inside for more thorough jobs, it does a great job but is an acquired smell for an interior I find.

You dont use CarPro Inside for the smell Get the surface cleaned, and wipe up excess with a cloth. Then follow up with a wipe it down with a wet cloth or wet down with water misted on and wipe up. Use an appropriate air freshener if its a smell you want to add to the car

Sexual Chocolate

Curran wrote: »

You dont use CarPro Inside for the smell

Ino ino, at the time when id be in a rush though....:)

I actually bought it at the time because the valeting place I left the car into got carried away with pink sheen on the seats.

I do love seeing it work on light coloured leather, bit of time with a detailing brush and a microfiber really makes a difference.

Slattsy

Got ODK Cabin recently I find it very good for dashboard and trim. Seems to repel dust pretty good.

Black piano trim is a ****ing nightmare though!

Kaizersoze81

Curran wrote: »

CarPro Inside will do both the plastics and leather - diluted down a bit more for the plastics.
Most modern leather does no require conditioning as the manufacturing process changed circa 1990, and most are no longer breathable. To check if it is breathable, drip a bit of water on the leather, if it doesnt soak immediately, its not breathable, and therefore wont absorb a conditioner. A conditioner if used then will sit on the surface and attract more dirt.
Just keep them cleaned regularly.



You dont use CarPro Inside for the smell Get the surface cleaned, and wipe up excess with a cloth. Then follow up with a wipe it down with a wet cloth or wet down with water misted on and wipe up. Use an appropriate air freshener if its a smell you want to add to the car

Thanks, think detailing shed is out of stock on this though.

M S E

Been using my starter kit for a while now (2 Buckets, 2 Grit Guards, Incredimitt (might get another one for below the car moulds), Dry Me Crazy Towel, Wheel Woolies). Can really see the benefits of making those changes. Was thinking of making a few additions-

In relation to KKD Krystal Klear can it also be used on the inside of the glass as well?

Was also wondering which product would be best to improve the rear diffuser and the grille on the front- was thinking CarPro Dlux or Chemical Guys Silk Shine but not sure. Thank you.

Curran

Yeah KKD Krystal Kleer is perfect for the inside of the glass aswell.

CarPro DLUX and CG's Silk Shine are hugely different products!

DLUX Pro's
- Durable; good for easily 18 months, so no faffing about re-applying
- Non glossy and gives a very OEM finish
- Can be used on headlights, alloys, exhaust tips

DLUX Negatives
- Prep needs to be done right; more critical on the likes of headlights, alloys and exhaust tips if you want to achieve the easy maintenance; as if its not prep'd or applied quite right, it wont be a totally smooth surface and thus not hydrophobic, so wont stay cleaner for longer. The plastic trim, etc isnt as fussy


CG's SS Pro's (or indeed any similar products)
- Easy to work with; get it wrong and its easy to remove and re-apply

Negatives
- Frequent reapplication
- Is it the exact finish you want in terms of glossy / matte appearance


Personally, with the likes of the grilles, etc, its something Id want to do once and not have to worry about constantly applying dressing into all those nook and crannies. If you wanted something a bit more middle of the road, a bit more durability, then CarPro PERL is a good option. Depends on your situation / needs / dedication to prep and apply to strict guidelines

M S E

Thank you for replying Curran. What would you recommend to do to prepare the grilles/rear diffuser for the application of CarPro Dlux? Also what would the proper application process be?

ronnie3585

M S E wrote: »

Thank you for replying Curran. What would you recommend to do to prepare the grilles/rear diffuser for the application of CarPro Dlux? Also what would the proper application process be?

I applied DLUX to my wheels and trim recently and its fecking deadly!

With trim, the most important thing is to get it as clean and dry as possible before application. I gave the car the usual wash and then gave the trim a good scrub with a detailing brush and a 30% dilution of APC. I then dried it off and gave it a final wipe down with a 10% IPA solution.

The application is the easy part, apply, let cure then wipe off. No rain for the first 24hrs, so apply inside if you can. Make sure you tape off the areas your treating. I got some on my paint and I'll have to machine polish it off. The grille was the biggest pain in the balls as there's so many nooks and crannies but it's worth the effort as the results are phenomenal.

M S E

ronnie3585 wrote: »

I applied DLUX to my wheels and trim recently and its fecking deadly!

With trim, the most important thing is to get it as clean and dry as possible before application. I gave the car the usual wash and then gave the trim a good scrub with a detailing brush and a 30% dilution of APC. I then dried it off and gave it a final wipe down with a 10% IPA solution.

The application is the easy part, apply, let cure then wipe off. No rain for the first 24hrs, so apply inside if you can. Make sure you tape off the areas your treating. I got some on my paint and I'll have to machine polish it off. The grille was the biggest pain in the balls as there's so many nooks and crannies but it's worth the effort as the results are phenomenal.

Thanks Ronnie-I am only at the very beginning of learning to look after the car so I appreciate the advice. Where would you usually buy APC and IPA? That must have been some pain to get it on your paintwork, especially after all the work you put into it-but hopefully you will get it sorted soon.