Underboss
sounds like it froze
again, Rodney you plonker
(sorry i couldnt resist, no more)
again, Rodney you plonker
(sorry i couldnt resist, no more)
*** The Car Cleaning Thread ***
- Thread starter wassap
- Start date
- Status
Underboss
Guys,
I did a quick dual-wash today (both cars at once) to get rid of the majority of crap. I also noticed the weather seems to have stripped my car of any protection as there is zero beading so planned to whack some AG Rapid Ceramic on as it says you can use it wet. Unfortunately it must have been marginally too cold so the Rapid Ceramic went on... odd. The paint doesn't feel glass smooth and you can see wipe marks.
I'll buff it over with some quick detailer; any recommendations to go over this with something else? Need ma beads
maybe IPA to get rid of most of it, before trying again ?
did you clay it before protection ?
Soldato
Anyone recommend a hand pump snow foam bottle?
What is IPA?
Yeah its last wash was a full clay/polish/rapid ceramic. The PUG on the other hand has never been washed so whatever it left the factory with.
Man of Honour
- Joined
- 21 Nov 2004
- Posts
- 46,260
Did interior, inner door bits, boot, engine etc today. Will steam clean the engine come spring, although it’s kept surprisingly good. At some point it could do with some good paint treatment, probably in the spring.
Soldato
IK Foamer 2
IK Sprayers. Industrial Sprayers to meet the needs of profesional sectors.
Resistant, safe and innovative sprayers in the most professional segments: cleaning & disinfection, viruses & epidemic control, industry & maintenance, automotive & detailing, construction, pest control and the food industry. In IK Sprayers, our main objective is to make it easier for our users...
www.iksprayers.com
Try leveling it with a damp microfibre, is it a dark coloured car? These spray sealants can be a pita to apply to dark cars. The guy who runs the Epic detailing channel had this with the Turtle Wax ceramic spray sealant.
I would spray more on and level with a damp cloth as it'll be hard to level it if it has cured/the solvent carrier has evaporated.
I personally like Koch Chemie FSE, it's not ceramic and adds some protection but it makes my paint work look great, and gets rid of light water spotting.
Last edited:
Underboss
yep, theres 1 on the market (battery powered), Carbon Collective Hydro+
thats what i use as i dont have a pressure washer
other than that IK Foamer 2 or the one i use , Maralax Foamer
Last edited:
Underboss
IPA & Panel Wipe Car Polish Products - Slims Detailing
Prep Your Vehicle For Further Treatment With The IPA And Panel Wipe That Slim's Detailing Has To Offer. For More Information Visit Our Site Today.
www.slimsdetailing.co.uk
Gyeon Q2M Prep or cheap IPA mixed with DI water
Last edited:
Soldato
I keep feeling the need to do mine, but since the weather is still damp i don't see the point cos it'll be filthy after one trip againI might get a chance to wash mine today.....! Bloody needs it!
Soldato
Any recommendations for upholstery/alcantara cleaners? I usually use P&S Xpress interior cleaner, which I really like - but not sure how it will do on Alcantara?
Alcantara Cleaner - Race Glaze
race glaze alcantara cleaner for vehicles, cars, seats, steering wheels, gearknobs, alcantara trim, seats, A-posts, headlinings
raceglaze.co.uk
Soldato
Alcantara Cleaner - Race Glaze
race glaze alcantara cleaner for vehicles, cars, seats, steering wheels, gearknobs, alcantara trim, seats, A-posts, headlinings
Thanks. Ended up picking up Colourlock’s Alcantara and upholstery cleaner already. I use their leather stuff so am happy I ‘trust’ their stuff, but will stick the Raceglaze on the list for the future.
Raceglaze has been around for years, good stuff. Colourlock be good enough too.
- Status