Detailing chat

randy hickey

challengemaster wrote: »

Trying to figure out what sort of snow foam lance coupling I need to get... It's complicated because this is the pressure washer

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pro-User-Petrol-Pressure-Washer/dp/B00IXBI3UW

The high pressure hoses on petrol pressure washers tend to have fittings like the M22 fittings, (or at least my one does, although it's 11HP).

The last one on the right in the image below:



You'll know yourself by looking at the fittings already on the pressure washer.

So this is the progress I made on a seat today after about 10 minutes. I'm not sure if I should be happy or sad. One one hand it's an improvement but on the other hand, it's not as good as I'd like.

Is it just a case of going over the seat repeatedly with the same techniques? (Steam cleaner, Microfibre cloth and some upholstery cleaner)?





(seat in the after photo is still quite damp. Would it look any better after drying out? or worse?)

Also, does anyone know if theres an alternative to Wonder Wheels, that's sold cheaper/in large amounts?

It's the only wheel cleaner I've come across that just blows the bollocks out of brake dust. It's one of those no messing around products. The kinda product that, if it were a person, you'd be afraid to say the wrong thing to it incase it took a dislike to you.

Hal1

Pretty much rinse and repeat until you get some satisfactory results. I would use something other than a microfibre to agitate the cleaning shampoo. Then let it dwell and get into the fabric before wiping it off.

For the wheel I use bilt hamber korrosol from detailing shed. It gets my vote awesome stuff but stinks a lot.

myshirt

It does smell, yes.

I have some smart wheels, not exactly wax safe, heavy stuff. I didn't get great value out of my BH, was very heavy with it. On the wonder wheels, I seen a load of it go for a euro a piece, and I missed out. Baaaaallls.

myshirt

myshirt wrote: »

On the wonder wheels, I seen a load of it go for a euro a piece, and I missed out. Baaaaallls.

Would've been nice, alright

challengemaster

randy hickey wrote: »

The high pressure hoses on petrol pressure washers tend to have fittings like the M22 fittings, (or at least my one does, although it's 11HP).

The last one on the right in the image below:

You'll know yourself by looking at the fittings already on the pressure washer.

Yeah, this is it:



I think it's an M14.... 22mm across the hex. It would have to be an awkward size :rolleyes:

What's the best option... Get an M22 fitting and some adapters/couplers?

LollipopJimmy

Hal1 wrote: »

For the wheel I use bilt hamber korrosol from detailing shed. It gets my vote awesome stuff but stinks a lot.

Rubber gloves are a must. It actually smells like a really bad Guinness fart when it gets going. Brilliant stuff.
Could it be watered down a bit for weekly washing?

myshirt

Guinness fart?

Are you referring to the fact you have to let it settle for a while before moving on to the next stage?

LollipopJimmy

myshirt wrote: »

Guinness fart?

Are you referring to the fact you have to let it settle for a while before moving on to the next stage?

If you don't wear gloves and it gets on your hands it smells like the morning after

Dord

OK, planning to get some better stuff for cleaning/detailing and this is what I got so far. Any suggestions?
I'm in an apartment so can't use polishing machines, or hoses. Currently using 2BM with some Turtle Wax wash and Ice Shine detailer, but they're a pain to work with as they're streaking.

This is what I'm thinking to buy-
Optimum No-Rinse
Optimum Poli-Seal
IronX LS
Gtechniq C4
Lake Country Ultimate German Applicator (for the poli-seal)

Any suggestions/comments? Should I put something on after the poli-seal. The car has metallic black paint.





For giggles here it is, and this is with the Ice Shine wash and Detailer.

vectra

^^ That is fair clean

Dord

Thanks guys, any suggestions regarding the products I've selected?

Curran

For regular washing, you only need a few bits.

2 Buckets - that you have
A good wash mitt
A good drying towel
Decent shampoo
And perhaps a good Quick Detailer

Regular washing will keep it fresh looking.

After that you'll need to look into more detailing arsenal for every 6 month decontamination!

Dord

Got everything else. Any suggestions on a detailer? I was using Ice Shine but it's smearing.

Curran

It very much depends on what you want from it!

Do you have a wax or sealant on the car already? If so, you just want something to enhance that - a typical Quick Detailer, like 50Cal Stealth QD'er, Chemical Guys V07 or Speed Wipe,

Or something with a bit more durability - Orchard Autocare Perfection, Chemical Guys Blitz

Or something very durable that will also help hide any defects - CarPro Reload

All would be quick and easy to use, spray on, buff off, enhance shine and add protection...but if you had a wax on the car, there wouldnt be a need for something like CarPro Reload.

MetzgerMeister

Gtechniq C2V3 is the best QD I've ever used followed by OAC Perfection.

vectra

As Metz said above.
Though OAC Perfection is probably better value.

Bandito909

Anyone know if I can CarPro Trix anywhere in ireland? It's a two in one tar and iron cleanser. Would speed things up a fair bit for me

quadrifoglio verde

Bandito909 wrote: »

Anyone know if I can CarPro Trix anywhere in ireland? It's a two in one tar and iron cleanser. Would speed things up a fair bit for me

Will it work as well though? Most 2 in 1 products arent as good as something designed for one job, both for cars (wash and wax) and humans (shampoo and contioner or hair and body).

MetzgerMeister

Bandito909 wrote: »

Anyone know if I can CarPro Trix anywhere in ireland? It's a two in one tar and iron cleanser. Would speed things up a fair bit for me

Detailing Shed.

Curran

They dont have Trix, for the reason mentioned above.

Bandito909

Cheers lads, yeah I know what you mean. But I did have a sample of it about 2 years ago and thought it was fantastic.

Ideal for someone who would probably skimp on the preparation!

Curran

Its all about the preparation though!

LollipopJimmy

Curran wrote: »

Its all about the preparation though!

He prefers to go in dry with no kissin'

Cantona's Collars

Car valetor wanted in Cork.....does she work there too?

http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/audi-a4-diesel/9012702?offset=16

Darraghmh91.

Ha you can put your life on it that she doesn't work there ha
Dought she's even in the country haha

Curran

100 quid for 10years, 3 day weeks......fook that! :P

Dord

Feckin' bird pooped on the car.

punisher5112

Dord wrote: »

Feckin' bird pooped on the car.

Think its time to let her go and look for a better one.

If she doing this to your car you never know what she do next.