Detailing chat

Muppet Man wrote: »

Wasnt sure where to put this, but I did some cosmetic work on my 7R over the last few days.

• Washed and waxed with Maguires Hybrid Ceramic Wax - first time using and really happy with results. Nice beading on the sunroof.
• 4 New floor mats from CarMats2u - about 80 Euro after shipping. I think they look awesome and they are really good quality too, much better than OEM mats (which I compared side by side in one pic). Its a Blue/Black banding around the edge, and the R logo is the same color.
• Refurbished 4 alloys at HighTech Wheel Finishing in Rosemount, Blanchardstown. Showing before and after for the worst alloy... really thrilled with their work... 120 euro per alloy though , but worth it I think. Top tip - pay in cash

Muppet Man

What carpet type did you get on your mats if you dont mind me asking...am due to get a few new ones myself!

omri wrote: »

Anyone could point me towards this gooey playdo like thing that I've seen been used to take the dust from the air vents also its antiseptic too.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/interior-keyboard-cleaning-Universal-Cleaning/dp/B07STFMMJH/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=dust+vent+automotive+gel&qid=1562225363&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Only seen your post now!

Did a quick maintenance wash Thursday evening. Came out this morning to this.



Geez that bird must have had a right dose of the trots!

It's now gone. Soaked with wet kitchen paper, a run of water, a (very very gentle) touch of a MF & BH Auto-QD and it's gone!

I seen micks garage has snow foam lances at €29.99 with code FOAMY, if anyone hasn't seen it

padyjoe wrote: »

Thinking about getting a Nilfisk washer. There would be light tasks: cleaning walkways, the car and would be nice to have the option of sucking water from a water butt. Is the C120 good enough for this or the C135 to go for? Thanks!

Had a c120 and was very good and reliable, ended up getting something more powerful in the end due to a stubborn patio. For a car it is perfect. No idea on the water butt though.

Gtechniq T1 bazz

bazz26 wrote: »

Can anyone recommend a tyre dressing that doesn't end up slinging residue on the rims? Looking more for a clean matt finish too rather than wet or gloss look.

I will be trying Soft99 Tyre wax soon, Will let you know how it goes.

doh1988 wrote: »

If you are after the Matt look , Gtechniq should do the trick as already mentioned!

Just got some T1, looking forward to trying it out.

Gtechniq c2v3 says not to apply in direct sunlight, does it matter if you are gonna buff it in straight away and not give it time to dry?

Lads,, have a brand new 192 in Black for about a week or so.

what would ye recommend for a newbie like me to start washing the car??

what sequence should I follow??? I dont really want to end up swirling my new car!!!

was think of the following:
1 A hose down to get the dirt off
2. A 2 bucket wash using Halfords car wash.
3. a Dry cloth to dry off the wet
4. a buff cloth to get rid of any residue marks.
5. a handwash of the Alloys and then a hose down

what ye think??? am i on the right track

regards

Masala wrote: »

Lads,, have a brand new 192 in Black for about a week or so.

what would ye recommend for a newbie like me to start washing the car??

what sequence should I follow??? I dont really want to end up swirling my new car!!!

was think of the following:
1 A hose down to get the dirt off
2. A 2 bucket wash using Halfords car wash.
3. a Dry cloth to dry off the wet
4. a buff cloth to get rid of any residue marks.
5. a handwash of the Alloys and then a hose down

what ye think??? am i on the right track

regards

As Mr P said, if you have no protection on, stop. Get protection (wax/sealant) on if you want it to keep looking it's best

What you need is to minimise the amount of rubbing on the car to minimise swirls. So, start with a prewash (not just water), proper 2BW with a decent wash-mit and pH neutral shampoo. Then, detar, fallout remover, claying and stripping back any old protection. Rewash, dry (with a proper towel) and now the car is clean. Then seal.

For drying, I use a Dry-me-Crazy, not any chamois (I learned my lesson!). I now generally use BIlt Hamber Auto-QD diluted down to help the drying also.

For "buffing" what were you thinking of buffing and what were you going to use? If the wash is done correctly and dried, there is no need to "buff".

Some examples of my techniques and potions used include
https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=109885111&postcount=5660
https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=109828475&postcount=5652
https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=108326827&postcount=5542


Also, I learned the hard way (hard on the pocket) that long term, the Halfords stuff works out more expensive. While the proper detailing potions seem more expensive, per use they are much cheaper (as you need less of them).

Sorry for appearing hard, but I've seen people destroy new cars through not knowing what to do (an old neighbor would use bleach to wash the car!)

Guys I'm going to start detailing my own car.

I usually get someone to do it for me but they always do a **** job so time to roll up the sleeves.

Can anyone recommend any good buys?

I was thinking of something like:
https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/car-cleaning/sponges-brushes-buckets/halfords-bucket-bundle

https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/car-cleaning/sponges-brushes-buckets/halfords-wash-mitt

https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/car-cleaning/wheel-tyre-cleaning/meguiars-versa-angle-wheel-face-brush

https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/car-cleaning/wheel-tyre-cleaning/turtle-wax-essential-wheel-cleaner-500ml

https://www.halfords.ie/motoring/car-cleaning/interior-cleaning-vacuums/meguiars-perfect-clarity-glass-cleaner-473ml

ianobrien wrote: »

No to the bucket bundle as it contains a sponge (they are terrible for keeping dirt next to the paint) and three thin microfibers. I'm not a fan of the combined wash and wax as they can leave a horrid residue on the windscreen.

The wheel brush is a bit big for getting into the nooks and crannies in a wheel.

The wash mit I'd leave. They are a bit hard. The only person that I know that uses a Halfords one uses it on a mountain bike.

Most definitely a NO to the wheel cleaner. It's acidic for a start!

Glass cleaner, I've never used it but Meguiars stuff isn't too bad, generally.

So basically back to the starting board lol

If anyone have some recommendations i'm all ears

Headshot wrote: »

So basically back to the starting board lol

If anyone have some recommendations i'm all ears

If you want to do a good job and are trying to stop swirl marks etc. on your car, don't go cheap to begin with. Get products that aren't cheap but go a long way.

I presume you're fixed on Halfords? D&D Detailing in Cork have a huge range of stuff and generally the prices are good compared to Halfords.

- 2 Buckets - One wash and one rinse. Grit guards if you can go that far
- Meguiars Gold Class car shampoo / Meguiars NXT shampoo
- Meguiars lambswool wash mit
- Meguiars drying towel
- Microfibre cloths (probably only Halfords available)
- Can't really recommend a wheel cleaner from there because they're all either acidic or just crap
- Meguiars Gold Class wax / NXT Wax
- Wax applicator pads
- Meguiars Reflect tyre shine
- Meguiars Glass Cleaner

All the Meguiars stuff I've used and one point or another and I've never used anything other than that lambswool mit to wash my own cars. I currently use the tyre shine and I love it. It's a good range but not cheap to begin with and then Halfords throw their markup on top.

If I were you I'd forget Halfords and have a look at danddetailing.ie and pick whatever suits you for the list above.

Question for old guard experienced lads.

When your finishing your cars what products would you use on your/customer wind deflectors?

I am currently treating a new aerial base and cleaning mirror plastics ready for some car pro dlux and looked my wind deflectors and started thinking Dlux or glass sealant. Should I bother.

I have only generally taken them and give them good scrub before replacing them at last minute before now.