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Detailing chat

Hi I've been thinking it'd be nice to have a thread where simple questions that people don't want to create a thread for, could go. Or any chat related to detailing.

I've a question. If I've put a wax on, then a sealant. Then after a few weeks or w/e I'm thinking the shine isn't what it was. (After washing obviously) Can I apply wax on top of whatever sealant and wax is left from the first time, or do I have to remove the remaining sealant + wax first?

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dastardly00

Supernintento Chalmers wrote: »

Any recommendations for something to restore external black trim?

Another suggestion for CarPro Quartz Dlux.
I bought it on a recommendation from here to restore black rubber car mats and it worked a treat. I used it on black external trim around the windows and it did a good job too. It's pricey but worth it.

deisedav

Ordered from dnd yesterday at 2 o clock. I know the delivery driver that had the package and he handed it to me in work today at 12.45. Incredibly fast delivery .

PsychoPete

Solution Finish is a really good product but kind of messy. Something like Gtechniq C4,Gyeon Trim,Cquartz Dlux etc for durability

vectra

Supernintento Chalmers wrote: »

Any recommendations for something to restore external black trim?

What condition is it in currently?

punisher5112 wrote: »

Quartz d lux

Carpro Dlux is a fantastic product.
You could also use a well regarded product called Solution Finish which would not be as durable as Dlux.

punisher5112

Supernintento Chalmers wrote: »

Any recommendations for something to restore external black trim?

Quartz d lux

Supernintento Chalmers

Any recommendations for something to restore external black trim?

vectra

Shefwedfan wrote: »

Both my cars are black. I have never done any of this before but I bought brand new car last year and like you wanted the wax on it. Same as what it came with

I bought the Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Spray, got it from Amazon. I got Autogymn Pure Shampoo as well, both off Amazon on special. Also microfibre towels,.,.,

Not sure of the total cost, watched a few videos online and tried it. Worked perfect. Need to invest in more as all used up now Dont think you would be able to f**k it up......

That is not a ceramic coat;

OP.
I know of a member on another forum that used it on his new car and I have to admit it was super glossy, he also said it was a breeze to use.

limnam

championc wrote: »

Hi all,

What would your opinions be on Autoglym ceramic coating ?

I've been following this thread for the past month or so. I bought a brand new car (my first ever) in March.

I've done absolutely nothing to it so far. I have Mer, Greased Lightning and Autoglym Super Resin Polish in bottles. Rather than going the ceramic route (where it sounds like I could really fook things up), would any of these be recommended ?

Or is there any good YouTube video which will give me good guidance in terms of "decontaminating" the brand new paintwork and protecting it afterwards.

And one final question - the brand new paint doesn't have the exact mirror effect like glass - there's the slight "orange peel" effect which you see on all new car paint these days. Does detailing get this to a real mirror ?

The car is metallic black

Thanks in advance

I've never used the product. But just based on the fact you've bought a new car and especially if you're thinking of keeping it for a few years. I would recommend going to a good detailer and getting something like Getchniq crystal syrum

I got the below done with some paint protection. Even though it was a fairly new car I was surprised by the swirling shown up by the right lights. As I said even though the car was new. It was a different car when the lads were finished with it.

CSU Black – Crystal Serum Ultra topped with EXO

Shefwedfan

championc wrote: »

Hi all,

What would your opinions be on Autoglym ceramic coating ?

I've been following this thread for the past month or so. I bought a brand new car (my first ever) in March.

I've done absolutely nothing to it so far. I have Mer, Greased Lightning and Autoglym Super Resin Polish in bottles. Rather than going the ceramic route (where it sounds like I could really fook things up), would any of these be recommended ?

Or is there any good YouTube video which will give me good guidance in terms of "decontaminating" the brand new paintwork and protecting it afterwards.

And one final question - the brand new paint doesn't have the exact mirror effect like glass - there's the slight "orange peel" effect which you see on all new car paint these days. Does detailing get this to a real mirror ?

The car is metallic black

Thanks in advance

Both my cars are black. I have never done any of this before but I bought brand new car last year and like you wanted the wax on it. Same as what it came with

I bought the Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Spray, got it from Amazon. I got Autogymn Pure Shampoo as well, both off Amazon on special. Also microfibre towels,.,.,

Not sure of the total cost, watched a few videos online and tried it. Worked perfect. Need to invest in more as all used up now Dont think you would be able to f**k it up......

championc

Hi all,

What would your opinions be on Autoglym ceramic coating ?

I've been following this thread for the past month or so. I bought a brand new car (my first ever) in March.

I've done absolutely nothing to it so far. I have Mer, Greased Lightning and Autoglym Super Resin Polish in bottles. Rather than going the ceramic route (where it sounds like I could really fook things up), would any of these be recommended ?

Or is there any good YouTube video which will give me good guidance in terms of "decontaminating" the brand new paintwork and protecting it afterwards.

And one final question - the brand new paint doesn't have the exact mirror effect like glass - there's the slight "orange peel" effect which you see on all new car paint these days. Does detailing get this to a real mirror ?

The car is metallic black

Thanks in advance

dastardly00

I cleaned my car this morning. The housing estate where I live is still under construction so there is a good bit of dust around and the roads are unfinished. That being said, it's probably the cleanest the car has ever been before a wash. Last clean was March 28th and only 188 km on the clock between then and now.

vectra

Stallingrad wrote: »

Anyone else find themselves washing perfectly clean, unused car, just out of habit?

Standard procedure :pac:

limnam

Stallingrad wrote: »

perfectly clean

Yet to happen :pac:

Stallingrad

Anyone else find themselves washing perfectly clean, unused car, just out of habit?

Northern Monkey

Gumbo wrote: »

Go the station.
Get fuel
And use washer.

All
My
Local ones here in Dublin 11 are open.
The facilities can be considered essential as they are part of the forecourt and everything is open as normal.

I drove past one earlier and there was a queue for the washer so I guess it is business as usual!

Gumbo

Northern Monkey wrote: »

I’m the same but needs must. I don’t have access to running water until the lockdown eases and I presume a jet wash at the petrol station wouldn’t be considered essential!

Go the station.
Get fuel
And use washer.

All
My
Local ones here in Dublin 11 are open.
The facilities can be considered essential as they are part of the forecourt and everything is open as normal.

deisedav

dastardly00 wrote: »

I did a good bit of reading into PIR and calculating volumes, flow rate etc. from lance but it just seemed like too much hassle - and I say that as an engineer who likes a good calculation
So now I just pour in a small bit, top up with warm water and start spraying.

Yeah jts a pain in the hole alright. I can understand why bilt hamber dont say put x amount of product in the foam lance as they are concerned about different flow rates but it can cause confusion for sure. I suppose its testament to the power of the product that people are using lot less than recommended and still getting good results

Peter T

PsychoPete wrote: »

Maybe a pump sprayer and pre wash might be better option

So just a follow on from this. Ordered my stuff during the week off D&D and got a chance to test it out yesterday. My original plan as to just de-iron wheels and give them a clean on my own car but the gf's car was parked next to it so did both. So naturally that escalated to testing out the pump foamer with pre wash inside. Did the job, but you really need to keep the pressure up. Around 1.5ltrs of water and prewash mix is what it took to do a mk5 polo so I'm guessing it'll be two mixes to do my e91. Rinsed off and then washed using gtechniq g wash. Was very impressed with this, the car dried with no water marks and I do have lime in the water here. Final bit of Cleaner cars quick detailer to finish it off and job done. Now to tackle mine later today.

Northern Monkey

And the feedback on ONR is....

Not too bad once I got over the initial “this feels so wrong” phase. I’m not sure I’d want to do it as my only wash method but as a once a month to remove dust from the cars not moving method, I’d use it again. Obviously can’t do the wheel arches very well with it but the rest came up well.

I’d probably add a drying aid/QD to the drying phase as it took a bit of effort (2 passes with different towels) to remove all on the traces of streaks. I’m also glad I went 2 buckets rather than 1 as the rinse bucket was definitely telling a story.

Northern Monkey

PsychoPete wrote: »

The thought of using ONR just feels completely wrong to me

I’m the same but needs must. I don’t have access to running water until the lockdown eases and I presume a jet wash at the petrol station wouldn’t be considered essential!

PsychoPete

The thought of using ONR just feels completely wrong to me

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Optimum No Rinse.

high horse

Northern Monkey wrote: »

I’m going to do my first ever ONR wash this evening. Nervous and excited in equal measure! (Will be testing it on the other half’s golf before doing mine ��)

What is ONR?

Northern Monkey

I’m going to do my first ever ONR wash this evening. Nervous and excited in equal measure! (Will be testing it on the other half’s golf before doing mine &#55357;&#56839;)

dastardly00

deisedav wrote: »

Bilt hamber suggest 4% pir (panel impact ratio i think). You will have to spray the lance into an empty bucket to see how much water comes out and do some maths. 4% sounds like you would only use a dribble in the lance but when i did mine ages ago i needed nearly 50% in the lance meaning 500ml product and 500 ml of water. I use 400 ml in the lance and it works great. Just as well its a 5 litre

I did a good bit of reading into PIR and calculating volumes, flow rate etc. from lance but it just seemed like too much hassle - and I say that as an engineer who likes a good calculation

So now I just pour in a small bit, top up with warm water and start spraying.

colm_mcm

Good old Viz

Gumbo

deafroadrunner wrote: »

No bought one that works with the karcher

Mix ratio and lance settings then.

deafroadrunner

Gumbo wrote: »

Are you using the Karcher included foam lance?
It’s supposed to be crap.

Get a dedicated snow foam lance.

No bought one that works with the karcher

Gumbo

deafroadrunner wrote: »

So normally I take my car to be washed. But lately been doing it myself. Bought a karcher k2 and a snow foam lance. Used bilt hamber auto foam. I did a quick wash on it just to try it out. Did the job but felt it wasn’t thick enough. What’s the mix I’m meant to be using with it.

Are you using the Karcher included foam lance?
It’s supposed to be crap.

Get a dedicated snow foam lance.

deisedav

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Same as Pete, about an inch which I guess would be around 40ml.

Try the pir method but add a little less than suggested , i guarantee you will enjoy yourself. Your curious now, give it a lash