Today I did some detailing...

Noccy_Mondy · 31-07-2015 11:08AM

Curran wrote:

Is the water pressure good. Mine does that for the first 30 seconds or so after reconnecting it. Slight air lock. Also, if I leave it sitting, it pulses every 3 mins or so.

It used to always give the odd pulse alright. It's sucking from a barrel, so woudn't the pressure be constant?

MetzgerMeister · 31-07-2015 11:16AM

When a pressure washer starts pulsing like that it means it's on the way out. I don't know what causes it but it's happened to nearly all the cheaper pressure washers we've had over the years.

The washer will work fine for quite some time after the pulsing starts because it doesn't affect the normal operation, it's just very annoying.

Curran · 31-07-2015 12:07PM

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

When a pressure washer starts pulsing like that it means it's on the way out.

My C120 has pulsed every few minutes, when not in use, from day one....Ive had it over 5 years now, and never a moments issue with it.

Or do you mean, when it pulses during use? Sometimes it can be airlocked, or a kink in the hose only allowing a limited amount of water through, but Im sure he's checked all that!

MetzgerMeister · 31-07-2015 12:10PM

Curran wrote: »

My C120 has pulsed every few minutes, when not in use, from day one....Ive had it over 5 years now, and never a moments issue with it.

From day 1?? Jaysus

From my experience, it's always been like this:

> Buy washer
> Works as normal for a few months
> Pulsing starts
> Buy new washer 2 months later

Repeat.

That's why I invested over €400 in a Karcher K5. It's built like a fooken tank!

Curran · 31-07-2015 12:21PM

To be honest, the pulse is like its a reminder that the washer isnt in use, and that its still powered on. I could run the washer flat out for 20 minutes and it wouldnt pulse during use. Just sitting idle, it will pulse every few minutes!!

Noccy_Mondy · 31-07-2015 12:25PM

I read somewhere that it could be due to an inadequate electricity supply, weak lead etc. I recently changed leads, maybe that's what's up. I'll soldier on anyway!

damo86 · 31-07-2015 12:48PM

thought it would pulse because of a pressure drop eg: pressures drops (eg a leak down the line...saying that I presume it would have a non return valve at the machine itself), pulses to bring back the pressure to the setpoint ready for use

JAMES VTI S · 01-08-2015 09:26AM

Getting detailed.

punisher5112 · 01-08-2015 10:13AM

Nice

Foxhole Norman · 06-08-2015 05:54PM

Washed, trims restored a bit, hoovered and stripper scented!

Special Circumstances · 06-08-2015 06:14PM

Good job. Will you keep it beyond the fifteen year limit when it becomes a psychopathic killing machine?

Curran · 06-08-2015 06:40PM

Looking good!

Farce that 15 year limit ****e! My E39 is a year older than that one and I'd say both of them are in better condition than the majority of cars 5+ years! :mad:

Foxhole Norman · 06-08-2015 06:45PM

Special Circumstances wrote: »

Good job. Will you keep it beyond the fifteen year limit when it becomes a psychopathic killing machine?

I'm hoping to hold onto it until I can pick up a 540i or M5, which won't be for at least another 2/3/4 years. Even then, don't think I'd sell it, I'd probably keep it.

It's an absolutely ridiculous rule though, plenty of older cars going around that are very well cared for and get more than what some newer cars get.

Newtown90 · 06-08-2015 07:43PM

Got my focus ready for a wedding tomorrow!

KKD Blizzard Snowfoam
Autosmart Duet
De-tar
Clay Mitt
Rinse
Dry
Autosmart mirror image
Autosmart topaz

All she needs is the ribbons for tomorrow!

Curran · 06-08-2015 08:28PM

Try get you hands on velvet like material, otherwise you risk swirling the bonnet where they connact, when the blow about in the wind.

antodeco · 09-08-2015 04:07PM

Waterless wash and wax and a quick polish. Just focused on the main bodywork.

On the my phone so can't embed them properly.

Curran · 09-08-2015 06:04PM

You'll need to protect that car with a wax or a sealant, or your time spent polishing it will be in vain!

antodeco · 09-08-2015 06:33PM

Curran wrote: »

You'll need to protect that car with a wax or a sealant, or your time spent polishing it will be in vain!

It's kept indoors all the time, so no fear of it being washed away! I'm going to get a seperate wax at some point, as soon as this fecking weather gives me a few days!

Curran · 09-08-2015 06:48PM

Not so bad then! As long as you dont drive her in the rain!

antodeco · 09-08-2015 06:50PM

Curran wrote: »

Not so bad then! As long as you dont drive her in the rain!

In my 6 years of ownership, I think the cars been in rain 4 times! Normally it rusts when you just drink a bottle of water when driving haha

vectra · 09-08-2015 07:32PM

Lovely Clubman.

antodeco · 09-08-2015 10:23PM

vectra wrote: »

Lovely Clubman.

I'll be pedantic and correct you that it's a 1275gt

micks_address · 09-08-2015 10:31PM

Hi folks,

Washed my dad's octavia today, lots of tar spots on the car.

What's best job for getting them off?

In the north west for the week so halfords probably my only option for product
Cheers
Mick

punisher5112 · 09-08-2015 10:54PM

micks_address wrote: »

Hi folks,

Washed my dad's octavia today, lots of tar spots on the car.

What's best job for getting them off?

In the north west for the week so halfords probably my only option for product
Cheers
Mick

I use to get auto glym tar and glue remover but spray is best as rubbing not a good idea at all.

Detailingshed.com

Delivered to your door no more going out to buy.

vectra · 10-08-2015 12:22AM

antodeco wrote: »

I'll be pedantic and correct you that it's a 1275gt

Drive on.
I drove one when it was brand new
Clubman refers to the bodyshape :P
http://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/reviews/mini/1275gt/

antodeco · 10-08-2015 10:43AM

vectra wrote: »

Drive on.
I drove one when it was brand new
Clubman refers to the bodyshape :P
http://classics.honestjohn.co.uk/reviews/mini/1275gt/

Haha, ok ok, I'll accept this bodyshape, but not the name

vectra · 10-08-2015 10:59AM

antodeco wrote: »

Haha, ok ok, I'll accept this bodyshape, but not the name

Is it a
Mini Clubman 1275gt

OR a
Mini 1275 GT Clubman??

edburg · 10-08-2015 12:52PM

micks_address wrote: »

Hi folks,

Washed my dad's octavia today, lots of tar spots on the car.

What's best job for getting them off?

In the north west for the week so halfords probably my only option for product
Cheers
Mick

Clay bar the car if its light tarring, cant tell how bad it is from pic. If its worse tardis or a fall out from detailingshed.

He does however need to be less violent with door opening judging by looks of door edges :eek: :P

Cleaned mine friday, just a quick wash n rinse

Curran · 10-08-2015 01:01PM

Clay bar will remove the tar spots, but not ideal if the tar contamination is in any way heavy. Tar contains grit, and you dont want to be rubbing that back and forth over the paint work.
After a tar remover is used, sometimes there are some very small spots that remain, the clay bar on this, isnt such an issue. But best to get as much contamination off the car as possible, before proceeding with the claying step.

micks_address · 10-08-2015 01:09PM

Curran wrote: »

Clay bar will remove the tar spots, but not ideal if the tar contamination is in any way heavy. Tar contains grit, and you dont want to be rubbing that back and forth over the paint work.
After a tar remover is used, sometimes there are some very small spots that remain, the clay bar on this, isnt such an issue. But best to get as much contamination off the car as possible, before proceeding with the claying step.

Thanks for tar removal any halfords products you would recommend?

Today I did some detailing...

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