*** The Car Cleaning Thread ***

[Cookeh]

APCs can be used on fabrics just fine, you just need to be careful about leaving residue behind as they can be tricky to fully remove if you oversaturate the area. This will eventually lead to tide marks.

This is why I recommended an upholstery cleaner, less risk. You can get enzyme based upholstery cleaners like Autosmart BioBrisk, best of both worlds.

 

[PiKe]

Blimey, not cheap compared to general use ones.

 

[pallys]

Hi, can someone recommend me some car wax to buy. Budget is £10.
I don't have a buffing machine - so have to do by hand so something quick and easy i..e don;t wanna spend more than 30mins waxing car.
Just browsing Halfords, got a sale on any of these appropriate to do car <30mins by hand ?

https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...-wax---wax-it-wet-spray-wax-500ml-295985.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...wax-carnuaba-liquid-car-wax-500ml-295951.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...ep-crystal-carnauba-car-wax-473ml-538579.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...uiars-gold-class-premium-quik-wax-342805.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...x-carnauba-paste-cleaner-wax-397g-567583.html

Basically I like detailing but don't have the time for it with kids and too many other jobs to do.

Thanks.

 

[Scottland]

Over budget (sorry) but this is pretty good and is what I’d recommend from Halfords:
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-cleaning/car-wax/meguiars-hybrid-ceramic-wax-768ml-836624.html

 

[grudas]

Hi, can someone recommend me some car wax to buy. Budget is £10.
I don't have a buffing machine - so have to do by hand so something quick and easy i..e don;t wanna spend more than 30mins waxing car.
Just browsing Halfords, got a sale on any of these appropriate to do car <30mins by hand ?

https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...-wax---wax-it-wet-spray-wax-500ml-295985.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...wax-carnuaba-liquid-car-wax-500ml-295951.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...ep-crystal-carnauba-car-wax-473ml-538579.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...uiars-gold-class-premium-quik-wax-342805.html
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/c...x-carnauba-paste-cleaner-wax-397g-567583.html

Basically I like detailing but don't have the time for it with kids and too many other jobs to do.

Thanks.

then don't bother with wax..

https://www.samsdetailing.co.uk/product/ceramic-boost/

literally as you wash, spray each panel, rinse, spray another.. rinse.. etc

last 2-3 months easy and bottle is enough for 2-3x so basically 9-12 months from that.

don't over apply in my experience, avoid windscreen(9/10 times it'll be fine but better than save than sorry) and rinse off properly.. then dry it.

Example of protection from a single application.

 

[BananaDunka]

It's been a long time since I looked at the car paintwork finishing arena and looks like we have moved on considerably from carnuba waxes and other coatings. Looks like I will never have to use an applicator sponge and normal waxes ever again.

I've just ordered this:

As per steps in comments:
Start with a clean vehicle
Mist on (only use small amounts)
Wipe down with a small microfiber cloth that is damp
Rinse right away.
Mist again, then hit with the pressure washer to spread out
Dry the vehicle & enjoy an awesome wet look when it's totally dry!

Along with a waterproofing cream (previously only used spray) for my roof: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product...title_huc_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A19NRCJWHMUTVF

I think together the roof and paint will look immense, well more immense than before

 

[Scottland]

I picked up the meguiars ceramic quick detailer with some Halfords vouchers I had, it’s pretty good as quick detailers go - especially for a previously coated vehicle.

 

[BananaDunka]

Is the quick detailer another product? As the one above is a direct wax/post-wash paint protection replacement so the idea is to bin the old Carnauba/polymer based waxes of old and use this as it also lasts many months and only needs a spray mist then rinse after the first use of it to keep the particles adhered to the lacquer top coat.

 

[Scottland]

Its a quick detailer, so can be used as a drying aid or finish off after a wash. If you’re using the hybrid wax every wash then it’s probably superfluous, but then unless you’re only washing every 6 weeks or something I don’t think you need to use the hybrid wax every time.

With a vehicle that’s ceramic coated then the hybrid wax isn’t really needed but the quick detailer can be used at the end of a wash to “top it up” a little.

 

[Muska]

Couple of new bits to try out

I was left a little underwhelmed by Meguiars Hybrid Ceramic Wax. It does give a nice glossy look but the longevity was not great for me. I found Sonax Brilliant shine Detailer to give better beading/protection and longevity for under half the price if you shop around. I now mix it 50/50 with water and use BSD as a drying aid on the Mrs car.

 

[Jony27]

What is that wheel brush? Been looking for one but dont want to pay wheel woolies prices

 

[Muska]

That is an EZ Detail Brush. It’s the smaller version as the small Wheel Wollies are a bit too firm but it’s very much a similar price to Wheel Woolies, £17 I think this one was.

 

[Scottland]

What is that wheel brush? Been looking for one but dont want to pay wheel woolies prices

Got the wheel woolies and an ez detail brush. Hardly ever use the wheel woolies...

 

[inflames]

then don't bother with wax..

https://www.samsdetailing.co.uk/product/ceramic-boost/

literally as you wash, spray each panel, rinse, spray another.. rinse.. etc

last 2-3 months easy and bottle is enough for 2-3x so basically 9-12 months from that.

don't over apply in my experience, avoid windscreen(9/10 times it'll be fine but better than save than sorry) and rinse off properly.. then dry it.

Example of protection from a single application.

Oh very nice Crown, i have a soft spot for these.

 

[DXP55]

Perfect day today for washing the car so got out there and got soaked - Am I the only one to wash car in the rain.
Since i tidied up my garage I can now get down both sides of car so wash in rain move it into garage and dry it off.
Bloke next door waits for a nice hot day to do his.

 

[Muska]

You're not the only one... I'm sure the neighbours curtains must have been twitching as I've just been out cleaning and dressing a new set of Tyres I've had fitted today

I'm now contemplating dodging the rain showers and popping out for a full clean (just a final rinse off with the DI Vessel though)

 

[Cookeh]

Washing in the rain saves time, no need for the drying stage. Also no chance of products or panels drying out.

 

[SoliD]

Overcast with a slight spit is perfect washing conditions.

 

[pallys]

then don't bother with wax..

https://www.samsdetailing.co.uk/product/ceramic-boost/

literally as you wash, spray each panel, rinse, spray another.. rinse.. etc

last 2-3 months easy and bottle is enough for 2-3x so basically 9-12 months from that.

don't over apply in my experience, avoid windscreen(9/10 times it'll be fine but better than save than sorry) and rinse off properly.. then dry it.

Example of protection from a single application.

snip

Nice, yeah looks like ceramic is the way to go as it will last longer so will save me time in the long run.
Thanks.

 

[pallys]

Can someone recommend me some budget dashboard cleaner for a matt finish.
I got some Autoglym stuff from years ago but its oil based and causes a right mess if it gets where it shouldn't.

Thanks.