*** The Car Cleaning Thread ***

[andy_mk3]

That wash mitt looks nice. I have a Megs lambs wool mitt which is falling apart after about 3 months use.

I need a new drying cloth too, any suggestions?

 

[Nick1881]

I gave mine a good wash, polish and wax over this weekend.

 

[scaza]

Just purchased a cheap version of a das21. Only fancy having a go at removing some of the swirls in the mx5 paint so I'll see by the end of the week whether it was worth it.

 

[norm]

Why would he get traffic film on the inside of the windscreen.

I have the same problem. Thought I got it perfect one evening and then the next morning the sun hits it.

I can get the exterior glass perfectly clean, but struggle with the inside of the windscreen.

I use 3M Glass cleaner and get flawless results. Spray the product on kitchentowel wiping the inside of the windscreen you can see the black grime coming off, then wipe over it again with clean/dry kitchentowel and it's completely streak free.

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/3m-glass-cleaner/prod_809.html - nearly half price at CYC compared to Amazon.

 

[dacads]

Been using a new mitt today, Gtechniq's WM2.

Thoroughly recommend it, I ended up using half the water/shampoo mix I would normally use because the mitt has an internal sponge which keeps the water on the car as you're using it. Once you've cleaned as much as you think you can on one side of the mitt, you can easily flick it over one handed and use the other side and suds keep on coming out. Plus the surface is super plush with fibres so any dirt is going to get easily trapped.

I was using it with Meguiars Gold class shampoo which suds up really well, so an ideal combo.

Looks good might consider it when I need a new one.

That wash mitt looks nice. I have a Megs lambs wool mitt which is falling apart after about 3 months use.

I bought one from halfords for £7/8, although only used it once in 3 months so it's fairing well

 

[adam cool dude]

Grey + silver are the easiest colours for hiding dirt imo.

Exactly I haven't washed my grey car since leaving Poland on the 7th August and it still looks presentable.

 

[[TW]Fox]

Can anyone recommend a really good no hassle drying towel?

 

[Howard]

Kent "extra large" drying towel. Best one I've used.

 

[Blackhawk47]

Can anyone recommend a really good no hassle drying towel?

This is my go to microfibre towel:

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/micro...acle-dryer-ultra-plush-25-x-36-/prod_362.html

I have bought a couple of the years...fantastic towel, leaves no lint unlike other towels I've used in the past.

 

[mrk]

I use the massive piled blue cleanyourcar one, it's brilliant.

 

[Montala]

This is my go to microfibre towel:

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/micro...acle-dryer-ultra-plush-25-x-36-/prod_362.html

I have bought a couple of the years...fantastic towel, leaves no lint unlike other towels I've used in the past.

Out of Stock at the moment unfortunately!

 

[Del Lardo]

I still think the 5 GT looks great. Especially the LCI M Sport

Where was that, out of interest? How did you find such a good valet?

I think you mean to say, argh my eyes, what the hell is that monstrosity

Brno, Czech. Just a quick google from my location and they had quite a few good reviews so thought what could go wrong.

£400 to £500 for a good paint correction and all over detail. More if you get proper long lasting ceramic paint protection.

Paid £255 which I'm happy with, especially given the poor exchange rate at the moment.

 

[paradigm]

I use the massive piled blue cleanyourcar one, it's brilliant.

This.

 

[Hyburnate]

Ignore all towel recommendations, go to Clean Your Ride and buy that. I've spent probably about £50 on towels, get the one from CYR

Take a look: https://scontent-lhr3-1.cdninstagram.com/t50.2886-16/14181833_335412696794278_67819913_n.mp4

 

[Howard]

I use the massive piled blue cleanyourcar one, it's brilliant.

Mine went a bit hard and crusty after a few machine washes

 

[ScoobyDoo69]

I bought a Silverback XL from Birmingham Detailing Shop and they advised that really they shouldn't be machine washed, but just left to hang dry?

Cool little detailing shop by the way, I went into their store and it was nice to see all the products there. Got a free PH neutral shampoo sample too which was actually quite decent.

 

[Nick1881]

I have the Chemical Guys Wooly Mammoth and it's fantastic, effortless drying.

 

[scaza]

Autobrite do a washing solution for microfiber cloths and it really is great. Wash it at 60 or 90 with 30ml in and leave to air dry and they feel great and absorb brilliantly

 

[cadmunkey]

I have the Chemical Guys Wooly Mammoth and it's fantastic, effortless drying.

Ditto. Spent far too much finding the perfect drying towel and this is it. The Megs Water magnet is a very close second.

 

[Teuton]

Buying a nice car very soon and want to buy some goodies so I can do all cleaning/detailing myself. I've got an old pressure washer but want to buy a new one and wanted some thoughts.

I've got my eye on the Karcher K4 which I have found online for £150. Seems to have good reviews but my question is are there better washers out there for the money? Is it all marketing and no substance? Cheers for any input.