Car Care & Detailing [V5], Caring for your car apprearance
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 Mar 8 2016, 11:41 AM
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washing with pressure washer, yay or nay? Been reading a lot of opinion on this.
Even when I practice weekly wash, dirt can be very generous in Malaysia environment, or at least on my car. Been getting wash marrings even with 2 buckets grit guard system. (rinse bucket has 2 grit guards, solution has 1) Even top up my shampoo to make thicker solution and replace wash mitt every now and then |
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Mar 8 2016, 05:31 PM
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QUOTE(acefreakz @ Mar 8 2016, 11:54 AM) I have seen car come in nice condition with little swirls and marring. After APC washing a panel, the defects shown up like 'wow wtf', there's some serious masking of defects =P Not sure if this is your case, just sharing hahaha xD hahaha, not that case. It was not until i drop by osren last week that Henry shine the lights onto the car that i notice it. I expected some, but that many. drives me crazy. QUOTE(KrisMas @ Mar 8 2016, 03:23 PM) Pressure washer works wonders on tyres and wheel wells, but on paint, I don't see much of an advantage unless you do lots of 'off-roading'... Yup, 15 litres is my usual. Will look into the drying part. My current practice is to wet the microfiber tower, mist ONR as drying aid (QD mix) , spread and pull. second wipe down with dry microfiber tower to make sure it's 100% dry. Any dirt or spot will spray more onr and wipe. May I suggest you try using more solution rather than thicker/stronger shampoo mix...soak the panel with some of it before washing and use more soapy water on your wash mitt. And since you've already got the washing part well covered, you might want to look into your drying system/method as well. We all know about 'wash-induced' swirls but don't forget about 'drying-induced' swirls.... |
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Mar 13 2016, 04:51 PM
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QUOTE(Edlois @ Mar 12 2016, 03:27 PM) Hi guys I been using turtle was super hard shell for a week the finish was quite good. I have one question does it lasting as their advertise on the label ? Any one has use this ? I know others like meguirs is good but it's too pricy for me i doubt so. most oversea brands base their test with consideration of their weather, not ours. plus, march is going to be the hottest month this year. hot weather = wax diminishes fasterQUOTE(Bendan520 @ Mar 12 2016, 11:09 PM)  Bought this for cockpit today at jusco for RM18  QUOTE(dwRK @ Mar 13 2016, 12:58 PM) Been using Osren's bubble wash for a week now...washing every two days I have a bottle of 4 litres too. Unused yet but looking forward to it. Nice smell aside...not sure if it is doing it for me...looks like its leaving behind a thin grey film on my wax...needs a QD follow up... Any pictures of the thin grey film? |
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Mar 16 2016, 05:45 PM
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QUOTE(antzan @ Mar 16 2016, 04:57 PM) Dear Sifu, sorry to hear that. After trying to remove as much cement as possible by hand, try water stain removal with mf towels. Clay it, de-tar itMy kelisa black bonnet, left right fender and roof kena simen dropping from nearby condo construction. Furthermore the stupid worker try to scrap off the dry simen off makin it worse like wiping flour off your black pants..  Any advice on the paint job to be done? |
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Mar 19 2016, 09:47 PM
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QUOTE(amduser @ Mar 19 2016, 12:38 PM) rinse > wash > clay > polish/wax > sealant Agreed!that's what you can do for now, if i were to park outside i rather park in open area without trees and overhead cable that attract bird poo and tree sap, sometimes those "shade" give you more trouble that good  Tree saps, fallen branches and leaves, possible bird poo and it is always dustier! |
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Mar 24 2016, 01:55 PM
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QUOTE(alxlimcg @ Mar 24 2016, 01:05 PM) Hmm...I was thinking polish would do the job, just not sure which type to use. Based on the picture...it's very light scratch on your body panel...a mild polisher would probably get it done..no need wet sanding.Wet Sanding...need to use sandpaper? I feel you bro. I saw Youtube, For rim scratches you can fix...if you have the time....sand it then putty it then spray paint(primer/paint/sealant). I am bad with DIY...gotta consider will I do more damage or not. Most likely will let it be but Sim Tia (Heart Pain)...haha Regarding your rims....it's tough. It is a plastic based or aluminium based rim? i can't tell from the pic. If aluminium...sanding is required. |
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Mar 24 2016, 03:10 PM
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QUOTE(alxlimcg @ Mar 24 2016, 02:07 PM) Alright. Thanks for the info. lookup chrisfix channel on youtube. That requires dremel tools. But I believe can be achieved with several different sand grad papers as well..just more time consumingAs for the rims. Its Alloy. |
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Mar 28 2016, 01:58 AM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Any apc would do, for rubber, just try to stay away from it. Also there are products that reoil rubbers, so i wouldn't be too worried. for quick detailer, i use onr in qd rate. To remove bird poos, i first mist it to loosen it, and adjust nozzle to "spray" mode instead of mist mode. blast it off as much as possible and remove with microfiber cloth carefully. if the bird poo is with seeds and other harder objects, different method may be required. for washing, i usually soak it in water with a little detergent and try scrubbing off a little dirt/remnants of product, and proceed to toss everything into washing machine. lazy way. compounding usually refers to heavier cutting product, while polishing usually refers to a less heavy cutting product. depending on the condition of your car, you might require both or just polishing. I would stay off turtle wax brand, personal preference since some of their product didn't quite meet expectations. Meguiars is good, i like the ultimate compound and ultimate polish. Both are considered safe for commercial use and produce good results. This post has been edited by douglas_tong: Mar 28 2016, 01:58 AM |
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Mar 29 2016, 03:44 PM
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QUOTE(azbro @ Mar 29 2016, 02:14 PM) Windscreen: Exterior glass, if really want to formulate home remedy, APC + alcohol + water. Are those windscreen Cleaner for cars better than the ordinary Kiwi Kleen for home use? For Exterior glass I mean...or just use water mixed with some water reservoir solution good oledi? Rims: So far I just use water and car shampoo to wash the rims, looks OK Will any of those Spray Rims cleaner worth RM30 does it any better? B pillars: What you use to make the black B pillars nice?..my car (HRV) has black B pillars that doesn't feel like paint. more like semi gloss type ty B pillar home remedy = petroleum jelly won't last and possibly stain car paint. Else there is many options for this. Armour all, osren, meguairs etc. Just look for rubber/ vinyl / plastic restorer products |
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Apr 8 2016, 12:22 PM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Nice. Which rotary buffer you acquired? and why can't continue after 12pm? If it is am I would understand. I sometimes use cleaner wax on my car for hours and did not receive any complaints...yet . hahaha |
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Apr 9 2016, 12:33 AM
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QUOTE(aori67 @ Apr 8 2016, 06:50 PM) I got a Ken rotary. Can't justify paying for high end rotary when i am not doing it for business. The Ken have torque issue when pressure is applied. Have to increase the speed to compensate the lost of torque. Don't mind sharing what products you used?there is a typo there. sorry it was 12am and scare the noise might annoy my neighbor.  Also type of paint? Just trying to understand a little more. |
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Apr 11 2016, 04:27 PM
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Hi guys,
Planning to get meguiars' microfiber cutting pads to try it out. However, my number 1 concern is to actually clean it in between panels. I do not own any air compressor. Any idea how to clean this microfiber pads with other alternatives? Planning to try with my carpro essence coming weekend on my bro's car. Not wanting to use foam pads since it is a sealant that would definitely get clogged and stuck in foam pads. Currently have a simplified pad cleaner by filling appropriate level of water with grit guard insert on a bucket. works well for foam pads. |
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Apr 13 2016, 11:26 AM
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QUOTE(windskill @ Apr 13 2016, 12:41 AM) I usually clean the microfiber pad with toothbrush. I would say it works to some extent. Unless you have some caked product left in between the microfiber, then toothbrush seems like not very effective in removing it. Will try that brush method..thanks for the suggestionTried out once using air compressor and it really works like a charm! You should compound it instead of using metal polish. Sounds a bit too harsh to the paintwork. To restore it, IMO compounding is the only way to go. Been researching a little and does seem like microfiber takes way longer to clean compared to foam pads T.T |
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Apr 13 2016, 10:31 PM
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QUOTE(slk @ Apr 13 2016, 06:36 PM) 20 liters will cost you less than RM130. Can last for 2/3 years even if you wash everyday. 1:50 dilution rate...how much water do you use for each car wash? I find myself filling about 15 litres for one sedan sized wash... Osren Bubble & Wax 15 litres = 300ml of solution |
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Apr 18 2016, 03:18 PM
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QUOTE(MyWifeCar @ Apr 18 2016, 02:37 PM) Is it 300ml for 15liter or 30ml? It's dilution ratio is 50:1Henry recommended 5 litres and 4 caps full which is around 100ml I use 300ml for 15 litres. 1-3 litres I reserve for the volume/height taken by grit guard and as my safety reserve just so the grits remains at the bottom and not being scoop by my wash mitt. |
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Apr 18 2016, 07:39 PM
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QUOTE(slk @ Apr 18 2016, 07:16 PM) I use around 1.5 gallon of water with "agak2" bubble & wax... say 125ml? I don't foam my car, no foamer. So i rely on more shampoo to encapsulate/emulsify dirts on panels. Especially those sitting panels. squeeze a little shampoo before washingbefore wash 1 normally foam the car first with DJ iFoam. |
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Apr 22 2016, 11:56 PM
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QUOTE(takeshiru @ Apr 22 2016, 10:27 PM) hello guys.. Osren products are pretty good and affordable. could you guys please recommend me a good interior cleaner and protector? encounter turtle wax ice which cost a bomb..any other suggestions? hehe thanks in advance Personally I use optimim no rinse (onr) as my clay lube, quick detailer and interior cleaner. Must get product IMO |
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Apr 27 2016, 05:27 PM
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QUOTE(alxlimcg @ Apr 27 2016, 01:41 PM) I am going for this.... I recommend to get a paint cleaner for paint cleansing/mild polishing and primer to begin.http://www.soft99.co.jp/english/products/c....html?pid=00298 2 month old car... after clay no need to polish the whole car i guess, just the parts with minor scratches. really brings out the shine. Some dirts are not removable by clay. |
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May 3 2016, 05:43 PM
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QUOTE(Kaka23 @ May 3 2016, 04:45 PM) Where I get get this dual action polisher? you can get from : aikka.com.my - 600++ antirain.com (ryobi) - ?? Osren.com (dap8/dap15) 750/950 |
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May 5 2016, 01:03 PM
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QUOTE(linkin182 @ May 5 2016, 10:56 AM) Aikka looks tempting yo based on the design, it seems like a older model. Currently i'm using osren's dap15 da polisher. Love it.it has a larger throw of 15mm and vibration is not as bad as others. Plan to get a rupes bigfoot next year if permissible. |
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. there is plenty of kitchen use brand, but i have concern of how they work against rubber since most of them aim to remove oil and rubbers will turn hard and grey and lose all its elasticity if its natural oil is removed from them.
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