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General => Detailing => Topic started by: remapped on 30 July 2008, 23:25
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Gave the Gti the meguiars 3 step whit a mate this sunday gone and , We were happy whit the results so we had a go at taking making moody arty pics
how did we do ?
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3069/2707898024_dd9e5cab0e.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3231/2707932984_b459029c38.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3106/2707083407_05738484a4.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3074/2707083037_9ab1f17e70.jpg)
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
true :sad: it did look a tad fuzzy after the 5mins of rain we had !!! this week
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
oooo ooooo ooooooooooo
more info - i end up doing mine every 2 weeks :huh:
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I think it was joe on here that told me the final stage had little wax in and was advised to buy better...remapped your car does look :cool: tho
I'm getting mine machine polished in the next few weeks (due to a few paint issues!!) crappy vw laquer peel!! :angry:
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cheers boneybradley
gona try claying next still have loads a swirls and scuffs to remove
oh crap is this the start of the detailing bug were i spend ££££££ on cleaning products !!
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Car looks lovely as for the arty pics the third one is more stalker than moody :drool:
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car looks great dude :wink:
try some dodojuice rainforest rub or collinite insulator wax and watch the difference :shocked:.
most of the megs stuff is expensive weak and nasty crap in a glammed up bottle.
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Definitley try a different wax as the Megs doesn't have very good durability, many choices out there I use www.cleanyourcar.co.uk (http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk) for most of my detailing stuff :)
most of the megs stuff is expensive weak and nasty crap in a glammed up bottle.
No Sweeping generalisations here!
Nothing wrong with Megs stuff. Have you tried any of their professional or bodyshop range or just the stuff in Halfords?
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
Just bought some Gold class to try this weekend for that reason, sounds like I did good! :D
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
oooo ooooo ooooooooooo
more info - i end up doing mine every 2 weeks :huh:
2 weeks?! :shocked: :huh:
a really decent few coats of sealant and wax every few months should be more like it!
would probably be more economical in the long run
Definitley try a different wax as the Megs doesn't have very good durability, many choices out there I use www.cleanyourcar.co.uk (http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk) for most of my detailing stuff :)
most of the megs stuff is expensive weak and nasty crap in a glammed up bottle.
No Sweeping generalisations here!
Nothing wrong with Megs stuff. Have you tried any of their professional or bodyshop range or just the stuff in Halfords?
i use elite car care - they are great
as for Megs stuff... it is what got me started on the detailing... it might not be the absolute best but for those starting out it is ok and certainly a step up from fairy liquid and a dirty old sponge.
megs also do some nice widgety gadgets like their triple duty detail brush and the soft interior brush thingy, both of which I find very useful
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oh dear, i started with the Megs 3 stage treatment and now I've spent over £100 on detailing stuff in the last 2 weeks!
Tim
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oh no oh dear !!!
thanks for all the links and recommendations , next pay day gona get spent on detailing products ! i want to get the glass/mirror shine :cool: :cool:
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oh dear, i started with the Megs 3 stage treatment and now I've spent over £100 on detailing stuff in the last 2 weeks!
Tim
you're fcuked... there is no turning back now!
long may the search for the ultimate product continue :laugh:
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Definitley try a different wax as the Megs doesn't have very good durability, many choices out there I use www.cleanyourcar.co.uk (http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk) for most of my detailing stuff :)
most of the megs stuff is expensive weak and nasty crap in a glammed up bottle.
No Sweeping generalisations here!
Nothing wrong with Megs stuff. Have you tried any of their professional or bodyshop range or just the stuff in Halfords?
sorry to all!!!!!i didnt mean to sound like i was having a dig, ive been a detailer for 14yrs now and run my own business for the last 5yrs,was just a professional point of view :wink: i never buy anything from halfrauds!!!!
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only problem is the final wax isnt a proper wax and dosent last!! I have replaced the fianl stage with gold class for better results...
do you mean this stuff ?????
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Meguiars-Gold-Class-Clear-Coat-Liquid-Wax-473ml_W0QQitemZ170245791606QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item170245791606&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14.l1318
and i know what you mean about spending loads, and i have started a sideline at work doing QUICK detailing, but its paying for all my stuff :cool:
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and i know what you mean about spending loads, and i have started a sideline at work doing QUICK detailing, but its paying for all my stuff :cool:
how quick is a 'quick' detail? I think I get too involved when I am cleaning cars for others... most of the time they don't give a fcuk but I can't hand it back unless I am happy.
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all i do is exterior, wash then a 3 stage, wheels with cleaner and tyres witht he old foam and a quick wipe over with trim detailer
time always dependant on how many beers they are feeding me with or whether its getting done in works time
3- 4 hours is the average i suppose :wink:
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and i know what you mean about spending loads, and i have started a sideline at work doing QUICK detailing, but its paying for all my stuff :cool:
how quick is a 'quick' detail? I think I get too involved when I am cleaning cars for others... most of the time they don't give a fcuk but I can't hand it back unless I am happy.
could'nt of worded it better myself guy!!!! we are the same when it comes to detailing other peoples cars,has to be perfect:)
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and i know what you mean about spending loads, and i have started a sideline at work doing QUICK detailing, but its paying for all my stuff :cool:
how quick is a 'quick' detail? I think I get too involved when I am cleaning cars for others... most of the time they don't give a fcuk but I can't hand it back unless I am happy.
could'nt of worded it better myself guy!!!! we are the same when it comes to detailing other peoples cars,has to be perfect:)
And me it's because you know a fellow detailer might look at it!
Or a paying detail might be lost :)
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i'm normally there for 8 hours... but 2 days is not unheard of
for friends and family it is more for something to do... as long as I cover the cost of materials then its all cool
i guess a quick detail is a different kettle of fish... as long as those who are looking at it know it is a quickie :wink:
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oh yeah - its for the lazy people who normal stick car thru car wash and thats it
keeps me in pocket money so must be doing summat right :grin: