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  • #5702
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 73,477 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Aldi have big packs of magic erasers for €1.95 at the moment


  • #5703
    celticsfan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 352 ✭✭celticsfan


    Folks..for washing your microfibre cloths,do ye buy the dedicated was from valet pro,chemical guys etc or is there a liquid we can get in the supermarkets that would do the job and not damage them...


  • #5704
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    celticsfan wrote: »
    Folks..for washing your microfibre cloths,do ye buy the dedicated was from valet pro,chemical guys etc or is there a liquid we can get in the supermarkets that would do the job and not damage them...

    I use Chemical Guys MF wash but have never had an issue with normal detergents. As long as it's non-bio and doesn't contain fabric softener they'll be fine. Don't use a dryer sheet when drying them either and only wash them together, not with normal clothes.

    EDIT: Also never use washing powder because it can cake up on cloths.


  • #5705
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Non Bio machine wash liquid in Dealz, €1.50 Liter.


  • #5706
    joebloggs123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 176 ✭✭joebloggs123


    Have car alloys the same as the below with a lot of caked on brake dust. Only seems to be on the shiny black bits which are now dull. What's the best way to get them off?

    91NRoAe-uoL._SL1500_.jpg


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  • #5707
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    Either Gtechniq W6 or Bilt Hamber Korrosol with no brush, just spray on, leave to dwell and powerwash off.

    Then every few weeks use Bilt Hamber Auto Wheel to keep on top of it.


  • #5708
    punisher5112
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,644 ✭✭✭✭punisher5112


    MetzgerMeister wrote: »
    Either Gtechniq W6 or Bilt Hamber Korrosol with no brush, just spray on, leave to dwell and powerwash off.

    Then every few weeks use Bilt Hamber Auto Wheel to keep on top of it.

    Would also e good idea to coat them with quartz d lux or similar wouldn't it


  • #5709
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    punisher5112 wrote: »
    Would also e good idea to coat them with quartz d lux or similar wouldn't it

    Yep, it would indeed but to do that right it's a wheels-off job.


  • #5710
    joebloggs123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 176 ✭✭joebloggs123


    Thanks!


  • #5711
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    joebloggs123 wrote: »
    Thanks!


    Example >> Wheels off detail


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  • #5712
    Sexual Chocolate
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,060 ✭✭✭Sexual Chocolate


    Woodies are doing a special on hoses and pump sprayers. In store they are full price but if you use Click & Collect you get it them at the reduced price.

    €15 - https://www.woodies.ie/hozelock-30m-freestanding-hose-reel-with-25m-hose-799999

    €4 - https://www.woodies.ie/garden-plus-2l-pressure-sprayer-1066908

    €10 - https://www.woodies.ie/garden-plus-5l-pressure-sprayer-1066909

    That's what I've picked up but there is more stuff on sale.


  • #5713
    Headshot
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 54,627 ✭✭✭✭Headshot


    Can anyone advice how to get rid of water spots on a car?

    Got the car washed and they did an awful job on it :/


  • #5714
    Cyrus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,211 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    Headshot wrote: »
    Can anyone advice how to get rid of water spots on a car?

    Got the car washed and they did an awful job on it :/

    Quick detailer or wash again and dry it


  • #5715
    PsychoPete
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,016 ✭✭✭PsychoPete


    Lidl have carpet extraction machines in on the 21st for 90 quid, might interest some of ye if you're looking for a cheap machine


  • #5716
    billybonkers
    Registered Users Posts: 2,293 ✭✭✭billybonkers


    Anyone recommend good seat cleaner? Have a few spills to clean up. Fizzy drink being the most stubborn.


  • #5717
    Stallingrad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,189 ✭✭✭Stallingrad


    billybonkers wrote: »
    Anyone recommend good seat cleaner? Have a few spills to clean up. Fizzy drink being the most stubborn.

    The purists may scoff but good old cheap Halfords Upholstery cleaner keeps the fabric seats in the Superb like new. Nice smell and super easy to work with. I've tried a good few over the years and see no reason to use anything else now. Agitate with one microfiber cloth, wipe with another.


  • #5718
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Stallingrad wrote: »
    The purists may scoff but good old cheap Halfords Upholstery cleaner keeps the fabric seats in the Superb like new. Nice smell and super easy to work with. I've tried a good few over the years and see no reason to use anything else now. Agitate with one microfiber cloth, wipe with another.

    Is that the aerosol stuff?
    I have seen that stuff make seats full of white stains.


  • #5719
    SCOOP 64
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,301 ✭✭✭SCOOP 64


    Stallingrad wrote: »
    The purists may scoff but good old cheap Halfords Upholstery cleaner keeps the fabric seats in the Superb like new. Nice smell and super easy to work with. I've tried a good few over the years and see no reason to use anything else now. Agitate with one microfiber cloth, wipe with another.


    I always found Autoglym interior upholstery very good, but Halfords one cheaper will give it ago.


  • #5720
    Stallingrad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,189 ✭✭✭Stallingrad


    vectra wrote: »
    Is that the aerosol stuff?
    I have seen that stuff make seats full of white stains.

    No, comes in a spray bottle, similar to AG. €4 last time I looked.


  • #5721
    Alfie1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 522 ✭✭✭Alfie1


    Looking for an easy to apply wax for the winter available in Cork, thinking of trying Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax https://dnddetailing.ie/product/meguiars-hybrid-ceramic-wax/

    Seems a good enough product especially for the ease of applying ?


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  • #5722
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Alfie1 wrote: »
    Looking for an easy to apply wax for the winter available in Cork, thinking of trying Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax https://dnddetailing.ie/product/meguiars-hybrid-ceramic-wax/

    Seems a good enough product especially for the ease of applying ?

    Preperation is the key to durability.
    No point in buying a product and slapping it on over bad paint.
    You should at least clay the car first.


  • #5723
    Alfie1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 522 ✭✭✭Alfie1


    Car is always prepped before applying any wax.


  • #5724
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Alfie1 wrote: »
    Car is always prepped before applying any wax.

    If you are prepared for an hour or so to apply, I would recommend PNS for up to 6 months protection.

    Then use BSD as a drying aid to maintain.
    I know you said Cork, but I don't know if there is a Cork stockist.


  • #5725
    PsychoPete
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,016 ✭✭✭PsychoPete


    Gtechniq C2v3


  • #5726
    Greenbin
    Registered Users Posts: 22 ✭Greenbin


    Hoping this is the right thread for this question.
    Picking up a new car in next few days and dealer is suggesting a ‘Lifeshine’ coating on paintwork, glass and upholstery for €325.
    Anyone any experience with this? Worth the money or is a good polish just as good?
    Thanks


  • #5727
    Wailin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,432 ✭✭✭Wailin


    No, it's rubbish. I'm guessing this is a vag car, vw maybe? The missus had it done on her golf, she fell for the salesman talk and it's not worth the cost.


  • #5728
    Greenbin
    Registered Users Posts: 22 ✭Greenbin


    Yeah, VW. The paintwork I can take care of myself as I’m quite happy polishing and waxing etc. It’s more for the interior I’d like something to fight off stains..


  • #5729
    punisher5112
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,644 ✭✭✭✭punisher5112


    Greenbin wrote: »
    Yeah, VW. The paintwork I can take care of myself as I’m quite happy polishing and waxing etc. It’s more for the interior I’d like something to fight off stains..

    Honestly bring it to a real detailer..... Waste of money and the car will come scratched....

    Best bet is tell dealer leave all stickers and not to wash and bring straight to the detailer.
    Washing will be a dream and paint will be glossy and swirl free much much longer and obviously wash correctly.


  • #5730
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    If you are happy with waxing it yourself, you can also get stain block products.
    Gtechniq is one of many to provide such product.


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  • #5731
    MarkR
    Moderators, Regional Midwest Moderators Posts: 11,144 Mod ✭✭✭✭MarkR


    Stallingrad wrote: »
    No, comes in a spray bottle, similar to AG. €4 last time I looked.

    I bought some during the week, it was pretty well recommended by autoexpress in their latest tests. Smells good too.


  • #5732
    ianobrien
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,755 ✭✭✭ianobrien


    I've been using a CarPro Fat Boa drying towel for a while now and I must say that I find it a LOT better than the Microfiber Madness Dry-me-Crazy.

    It has no problem handling two motorhomes back to back where the Dry-me-Crazy wouldn't quite cope with the two motorhomes back to back.

    The Dry-me-Crazy is still an excellent drying towel mind.


  • #5733
    statto25
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,862 ✭✭✭statto25


    Any recommendations for a compound/polish to remove light scratches and swirls? I'm using Meguires Ultimate with an orange pad but not finding it great.


  • #5734
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    statto25 wrote: »
    Any recommendations for a compound/polish to remove light scratches and swirls? I'm using Meguires Ultimate with an orange pad but not finding it great.

    What car?


  • #5735
    statto25
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,862 ✭✭✭statto25


    vectra wrote: »
    What car?

    F10 BMW


  • #5736
    PsychoPete
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,016 ✭✭✭PsychoPete


    Anyone any recommendations for a steam cleaner ?


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  • #5737
    Stallingrad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,189 ✭✭✭Stallingrad


    statto25 wrote: »
    F10 BMW

    Scholl S20 is always a safe bet.


  • #5738
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Stallingrad wrote: »
    Scholl S20 is always a safe bet.


    Yes, and S30+ to finish.

    OR
    Have a look and a read about the Zvizzer range.
    Their one step gets good reviews.


  • #5739
    chalky_ie
    Registered Users Posts: 324 ✭✭chalky_ie


    I've read lots of good stuff about Perfect Finish for a 1 step: https://cullencarcareshop.ie/product/sonax-profiline-perfect-finish-compound-250ml/


  • #5740
    chalky_ie
    Registered Users Posts: 324 ✭✭chalky_ie


    What do people think of this as a beginner kit for a 1 step polish?

    Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-12-24-02.png

    3" backing plate gives me some flexibility for tighter spaces, and I went for those pads as they are the only company doing pads that fit both back plates that I could see, it keeps the pads consistent all over the car, and they are supposed to be good. I'd be using Sonax Perfect Finish with it. Am I missing anything? Will 1 pad do a whole car?


  • #5741
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Can you fit a smaller backing plate on a V2?

    As for Pads,
    My personal go to are Hex logic pads. Especially the green.


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  • #5742
    chalky_ie
    Registered Users Posts: 324 ✭✭chalky_ie


    According to the description of the 3" backing plate it fits the DAS-6 V2, so I hope so! I wanted to get the Hex Logic pads as I've seen them used in a number of videos, but they don't do them smaller than 4" I think. My thinking is I'll definitely need something smaller than a 5" in certain places on a car, but I suppose there isn't much difference between a 3.5" and a 4" pad really, maybe I'll get the Chemical Guys ones instead. Do you find the green pads remove enough swirls etc. in a 1 step?


  • #5743
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    conor-w wrote: »
    According to the description of the 3" backing plate it fits the DAS-6 V2, so I hope so! I wanted to get the Hex Logic pads as I've seen them used in a number of videos, but they don't do them smaller than 4" I think. My thinking is I'll definitely need something smaller than a 5" in certain places on a car, but I suppose there isn't much difference between a 3.5" and a 4" pad really, maybe I'll get the Chemical Guys ones instead. Do you find the green pads remove enough swirls etc. in a 1 step?

    Depends on the paint hardness and damage to be removed, but the hex pads are really great.
    I use 4".


  • #5744
    MarkR
    Moderators, Regional Midwest Moderators Posts: 11,144 Mod ✭✭✭✭MarkR


    I did a deep dive into the shed today, and rooted out my collinite 845. I warmed it up, used some quick detailler on the bonnet, waited an hour or so, and gave it a light coat. Waited about 10 or 15 minutes, and wiped off. I think I need better microfiber towels, but it came off easily enough.

    WisojZh.jpg

    I only did the bonnet, and the wings actually. Wanted to see if I noticed a difference. Here's the boot for comparison.

    OyBDohW.jpg

    Boot only has the Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic spray wax on. Can't say I see much of a difference, and the ease of the spray makes me doubt I'll be using liquid waxes any time soon! Supposed the beads are a fair bit tighter on the bonnet.

    Going to pick up some of that turtle wax sealant spray that I've been hearing so much about, and the ice spray wax to go with it. Supposed to be a good combo, and better than the Meguiars.


  • #5745
    Stallingrad
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,189 ✭✭✭Stallingrad


    MarkR wrote: »
    Can't say I see much of a difference, and the ease of the spray makes me doubt I'll be using liquid waxes any time soon!

    The new sealant sprays are so good and easy to use with less chance of abrasion than wipe on/wipe off waxes, I can't see why anyone still uses them.


  • #5746
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    Finish the car off with 845, then just maintain with the spray of choice.


  • #5747
    frozenfrozen
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,882 ✭✭✭frozenfrozen


    Are there any glass coatings for a windscreen that won't cause any judder like rain-X apparently does? Was reading old threads about glass coatings. Never used any myself


  • #5748
    PsychoPete
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,016 ✭✭✭PsychoPete


    I've used Soft99 and Gtechniq and never had any kind of juddering


  • #5749
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    Gtechniq G1 can cause juddering for a short while after application. I'm not sure about G5 as I've only ever used it on shower doors.


  • #5750
    vectra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,586 ✭✭✭✭vectra


    frozenfrozen wrote: »
    Are there any glass coatings for a windscreen that won't cause any judder like rain-X apparently does? Was reading old threads about glass coatings. Never used any myself

    Angelwax H2go


  • #5751
    frozenfrozen
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,882 ✭✭✭frozenfrozen


    Saw a video of h2go it does look very good I think I'll go with that one thanks


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