Littleted

Guys sorry if its wrong area but we all seem to live in here

For a good polish i use maguires and have the full set polish wax wheels stuff etc clay bar

For a quick washo i use snow wax and sponge then either turtle wet wax or better still maguires quick detailer, but the maguires costs alot and prob lasts 3 washes.

So. My simple question is, can anybody reccomend a good 5L tub of something that i can pour into a garden mist thingy, and use for a good quick shine, ie spray on wipe off kinda stuff

Thanks guys

Ted

Devious

iTrader: (4)

half decent product "Demon shine"

scoobys&k

Pro-shine

bioforger

iTrader: (1)

Sponge?!? did you say sponge!? that will increase the chances of swirling, get a lambswool mitt mate.

The Meguiars ultimate detailer is brilliant for what you want. I use it when drying the car and to remove light muck n dust.

ScoobySteve69

iTrader: (13)

Sponge...sponge?????? You`ll be saying you only use one bucket next

addi monster

iTrader: (6)

Pssssst, I use no buckets

Littleted

Sorry i do use a maguires lambswool mit and jetwash with snowwax

I eventually ordered some Last touch by maguires and soem

Me chemical guys micro cloths, should be here tomorrow.

MattyB1983

iTrader: (51)

Think I need a step by step guide to washing my car. I use a sponge in one bucket of warm water with some car shampoo and a bit of fairy liquid thrown in, wash then rinse off with the hose. Dry with a leather and done....

Littleted

Mines my workhorse so im more of less in same boat, spend ages doing it to drive the m1 and get wazzed on.

So unless im off work and i know the suns coming its a quick razzle withmthe lance and some quick polish

the shreksta

iTrader: (20)

fairy liquid??? do you do your pots and pans at the same time

the shreksta

iTrader: (20)

anybody used this stuff?


http://www.performancemotorcare.com/...FU5_fAod4SIA_Q

is it best to apply when dry or wet?

Ian KS

Autoglym Aqua Wax - awesome. (am im really fussy!)

MattyB1983

iTrader: (51)

Fortunately have a dishwasher for those

winston69

iTrader: (30)

http://www.autobritedirect.co.uk/ind...autobrite.html

chocolate_o_brian

iTrader: (22)

LOL, think you do.

In fairness Matt, if the above works for you, carry on. If you do actually want to learn better cleaning/detailing methods, there's a wealth of knowledge out there. I'm not as hardcore as I used to be (haven't the time) but still use the really basic stuff like 'two bucket method' with a lambswool wash mitt, waffle weave towel for drying, good protective wax for the bodywork and a proper wheel sealent too.

Unless your post was sarcasm, in that fact ignore the above

chopperman

Dont use fairy liquid as it will remove any wax on the paint. This is my method of washing, it may be more involved than you need but my car is black.

Jet wash with a lowish power machine to remove large dirt particles.
Jet wash with snow foam lance and let dwell but not dry.
jet wash the snow foam off.
2 buckets with grit guards. One with shampoo and one with clean water.
Wash one panel at a time cleaning the wooly mitt in the clean water before going back into the shampoo bucket.
rinse shampoo off.
Dry with a leaf blower and or a waffle weave drying towel.
Once dry i use detail spray and a micro fibre towel to remove any water marks.
apply wax with applicator, dwell then buff off with micro fibre .
Do not use sponges or chamoises as these can trap dirt and scratch the paint.
This is my washing technique, every 6 months i also clay bar
Hope this helps.

MattyB1983

iTrader: (51)

No COB, no sarcasm buddy. That is honestly how I do it but always open to a better method. I do often see swirl marks come to think of it.
Two bucket method ?? Is that the shampoo bucket and clean water bucket mentioned above ?

Need to get myself down to Halfords I reckon for some new equipment.

chopperman

Yes mate.

chocolate_o_brian

iTrader: (22)

Halfords in this instance is sometimes good when they have their 3 for 2 offers on cleaning products. I get most my stuff from Polished Bliss. I think given the amount you've spent on your STi, you'd me mad to carry on how you do. Just a few changes to your method and you'll notice a difference.

MattyB1983

iTrader: (51)

Well it's in having a fresh coat of paint as we speak so I'll be turning over a new leaf with regard to my car washing antics.

urban

iTrader: (1)

I don't use two buckets, or guards

I just employ the "don't rub the mitt round the bottom on the bucket" method.

chocolate_o_brian

iTrader: (22)

Good man. It's a shame when you see or hear someone spending x amount on new paint only to wipe a gritty dirty sponge over it. It would be quicker to throw the money directly into the drain

It's only a couple of basics as said above. Even worse when you see a £20,30,40k+ car getting washed in the local Polish/Iraqi/Turkish carwash Why buy something and not try keep it in the best state possible?

scoobyraj

iTrader: (1)

Find dodo juice's red mist to be pretty damn good for a top up shine!

robby

I ran out of Meguiars Quick Detailer and found the cheapest price for the 3.6lt had gone up to £30 (posted)
I found a website via Ebay and bought a few items for a lot less than the usual prices

Quick detailer - http://www.ukvaletsupplies.co.uk/aut...iler-671-p.asp