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Shadowness · 12 Mar 2019 at 13:54

Ok good to know. One last thing, as it evaporates almost instantly, was it tricky to apply? Or rather, work out where you had already applied it?

It seems quite straight forward, but I'm adamant I want to get this one right!

darrant1234 · 12 Mar 2019 at 14:13

no you can easily see where its applied. I did it in my garage

jpaul · 12 Mar 2019 at 15:40

darrant1234 said:
no it was straight forward to be fair. I did the polish bit and then just coat the screen until the bottle runs out and then buff off.

the whole bottle ? kit seems to be about £18, and very similar to repel I am using.
https://www.autobritedirect.co.uk/products/repel--advanced-glass-sealant-and-rain-repellent/ad-repel
they had had a deal in their forums .. also has to be buffed out, but you only use a little

grudas said:
a few of my mates have asked me about it so I thought i'll record it.

mundane question ... where did you get your large buckets from ? for moving warm water out of the house always after something robust.

Handheld steam cleaner - really intrigued to see what this may do for a deep leather clean
has anyone got further recommendations than @£30
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comforday-Multi-Purpose-Handheld-Pressurized-Accessories/dp/B01FUYZKVO

grudas · 12 Mar 2019 at 15:51

jpaul said:
mundane question ... where did you get your large buckets from ? for moving warm water out of the house always after something robust.

these -; https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/car-wash-bucket#page=1&top=200&

with a grit guard in.

LiE · 12 Mar 2019 at 16:42

I use these buckets - https://www.wickes.co.uk/Wickes-Plasterer's-Ridgid-Bucket---30L/p/103976

Cookeh · 12 Mar 2019 at 17:03

87p B&Q buckets work for me

I tend to fill my buckets up inside too, cba disconnecting the pressure washer to do it from the hose.

jpaul said:
Handheld steam cleaner - really intrigued to see what this may do for a deep leather clean
has anyone got further recommendations than @£30
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comforday-Multi-Purpose-Handheld-Pressurized-Accessories/dp/B01FUYZKVO

Literally identical to the £16 Beldray one I picked up in all but name. Works perfectly.

Steedie · 13 Mar 2019 at 09:34

Buckets are buckets, they all do the same thing. Just buy the first one you see

grudas · 13 Mar 2019 at 09:49

Steedie said:
Buckets are buckets, they all do the same thing. Just buy the first one you see

not sure if I agree.. cheaper ones with round bottom wont hold the grit guard properly, also they flex when full of water.. crack etc.

the £6-8 pound range ones 30ltr ones are sturdy and are perfect for the job.

anything over that is silly.

Steedie · 13 Mar 2019 at 09:52

grudas said:
not sure if I agree.. cheaper ones with round bottom wont hold the grit guard properly, also they flex when full of water.. crack etc.

the £6-8 pound range ones 30ltr ones are sturdy and are perfect for the job.

anything over that is silly.

I’ve had various £1 buckets from the pound shop, £5 ones from Halfords and £10 buckets that I ordered when doing a big order from cleanyourcar. They’ve all fitted grit guards, yeah the cheaper ones might crack after a while if you throw them about but they’re £1

Nem · 13 Mar 2019 at 09:56

Where do people stand on the clay bar vs clay mitt debate?

Raymond Lin · 13 Mar 2019 at 10:28

Nem said:
Where do people stand on the clay bar vs clay mitt debate?

Clay bar for ultimate clean and minimise scratches.
Clay mitt does work and it is VERY quick and you won't drop it but it has a much higher chance of scratches.

Nem · 13 Mar 2019 at 10:30

Right thanks. Did a full actual clay bar on the car end of last year and it's covered again now. Does look more like hundreds of tiny rust spots so I'm thinking a ironx type product might be better first?

CaptainRAVE · 13 Mar 2019 at 10:32

Nem said:
Where do people stand on the clay bar vs clay mitt debate?

Clay mitt is many times easier and offers the same result. Tricky to keep clean though and more likely to scratch.

LiE · 13 Mar 2019 at 10:42

Nem said:
Right thanks. Did a full actual clay bar on the car end of last year and it's covered again now. Does look more like hundreds of tiny rust spots so I'm thinking a ironx type product might be better first?

I would do clay after doing a tar and iron removal stage.

Nem · 13 Mar 2019 at 11:01

LiE said:
I would do clay after doing a tar and iron removal stage.

Thanks, thats what I meant yes, try to iron removal first as it seems that might be more the issue.

Cheers.

Shadowness · 13 Mar 2019 at 11:27

Looking forward to trying these out at the weekend. I was a little disappointed with AF Satin tyre dressing, and the Gyeon one gets lots of good reviews (so does Satin to be fair!).

I faffed about with a Gtechniq windscreen coating years ago, I'm hoping the Gyeon is easier to apply (and lasts ages!)
Prep is to make sure there's nothing on there to start with.

Raymond Lin · 13 Mar 2019 at 11:32

I find PERL diluted 1:1 makes really good tire dressing, just spray it on.

Steedie · 13 Mar 2019 at 11:35

I hate tyre dressings that make them look plastic and shiny. Looks ridiculous.

I prefer a nice matte finish which is why the Gyeon stuff is so good.

LiE · 13 Mar 2019 at 11:42

Gyeon Tire Express next on my list.

Shadowness · 13 Mar 2019 at 12:24

Their CanCoat looks mighty tempting, but as I just forked out on a nice wax, probably not the best thing to buy as well.

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