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General => Detailing => Topic started by: Ginge 35Edition on 12 April 2014, 20:19
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I can't say a lot so some might think this a pretty pointless post, however I was given some new products to test yesterday and they are brilliant. There will be others but I tried a new PH neutral snow foam and a wheel cleaner on the Beemer last night. The snow foam was nice and thick and rinsed off without loads of effort and the wheel cleaner visibly worked before my eyes without any agitation, it wasn't an 'iron out' type product, but just a weekly cleaner.
As soon as it goes to market I'll let you know where you can buy it etc.
They will be launching a full range:-
Wash and wax
Glass cleaner
Three types of snow foam
Tyre dressings
And a basic range of accessories, of which are some of the best/cheapest wool wash mits I've seen.
Watch this space!
Cheers
Ginge
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Always interested in decent detailing products. Look forward to getting more info :smiley:
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I knew you'd be interested! There may be an opportunity for some more testing and a black car would be ideal. Once I have more info I'll drop you a PM.
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Cool, I'd be happy to help out Ginge.
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New lambs wool wash mits arrived today for testing too, they look great, nice and long pile and in a couple of types too.
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What are the 2 types exactly? Are they as long a pile as DJ Wookie or Yeti mitts, or more like tribble mitts?
I guess you're the perfect tester given the frequency you wash that bimmer :grin:
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Here's some pics, I've always used dodo juice tribble and fresh out of the pack they seem on a par.
(http://i1095.photobucket.com/albums/i477/Ginge35Edition/cars/59DE34AD-5E05-4E08-ACCC-FCC44E879ED6_zpsurqgkveo.jpg) (http://s1095.photobucket.com/user/Ginge35Edition/media/cars/59DE34AD-5E05-4E08-ACCC-FCC44E879ED6_zpsurqgkveo.jpg.html)
The light coloured one has too much nylon on the mesh part for my liking but the other one seems fine.
(http://i1095.photobucket.com/albums/i477/Ginge35Edition/cars/A953CD34-D79F-44E7-B8C4-F27928D01B2E_zpsrymo8xjl.jpg) (http://s1095.photobucket.com/user/Ginge35Edition/media/cars/A953CD34-D79F-44E7-B8C4-F27928D01B2E_zpsrymo8xjl.jpg.html)
Basically there is one with a thumb, one without, one with a mesh on one side and the light coloured one that has a mesh and a glove type thing which for me was a bit tight.
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Look promising, agree about the pale one. The other mesh one looks very much like a Megs mitt, which I've used in the past but much prefer the other 2 types. They look v similar to dodo ones.
I usually use tribble in summer and wookie in winter. Love the wookie, but because it sucks up so much water, and given I haven't got big strapping man hands, I find it takes its toll on the wrists.
Interested in how they compare and the lifespan. Keep us updated, as you put them through their paces. :smiley:
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I'm also very interested in this - especially the tyre dressing and wheel cleaners!
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For testing this weekend:-
Solvent based tyre dressing
Rinse aid
Matte trim dressing
Fast evapourating glass cleaner
traditional glass cleaner
Sad I kow but cant wait!
I've asked and once they have confirmed their range they'll let me have some 1ltr samples for sending to those who are interested for some feedback.
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You've probably got enough volunteers to test stuff but I'd be happy to try out some new products if the chance arises. Snow foam sounds interesting but I don't have a pressure washer so apply mine through a mesto foamer, not sure if that's the sort of testing they're looking for?
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We get endless samples of the same rebranded products. It's just a case of price wars now.
ANY snow foam will work if the paint is perfect and protected but I just hope its not another rebranded product like 90% of them.
Whats the product brand?
Blue
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Can't say yet but what I can say is that the wheel cleaner and the snow foam seems excellent. The rinse aid I'm not sure about the tyre dressing will be out to its test tomorrow as I'm driving to wales to put my dads shed up.
I'll compile a list of those who want to take a look and go from there.
It'd be interesting to hear what the foam is like through a non jet wash lance, but that's for any as I've always wondered.
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Currently use Meg's Hyper Wash through it and it works well as long as you keep the pressure up (good bit of exercise). Still playing with dilution ratios to get the 'cling' right.
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So, used the rinse aid again. Its good but doesn't shift the water as good as demon shine but I'd still use it dependent on the price.
The tyre dressing held up well on the run down to wales, the roads were damp and then dry so the tyre was put through both extremes. We've had some strong downpours since too and it seems to have held up.
These are some pics of the cars after an hour of being dressed, good strong first impression. Sling doesn't seem to be an issue, I guess it's the same as any other dressing, if you soak the tyre they'll be sling, if you dress the tyre it'll do exactly that.
(http://i1095.photobucket.com/albums/i477/Ginge35Edition/cars/25614129-8DFC-42FC-9452-E1CBCAEAE8DF_zpsinpahotb.jpg)
(http://i1095.photobucket.com/albums/i477/Ginge35Edition/cars/07844D93-FF10-4CF7-BE74-83A7667A9BA4_zpsti2jnurv.jpg)
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Tyre dressing looks good - how easy was it to apply?
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Really easy, I put it in a spray bottle, squirted it on a micro fibre cloth and wiped it round. It dried pretty quick so I went round again and that have it a slightly more gloss finish.
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Really easy, I put it in a spray bottle, squirted it on a micro fibre cloth and wiped it round. It dried pretty quick so I went round again and that have it a slightly more gloss finish.
Sounds good - any ideas when you'll be revealing the prices and maker?
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The last conversation I had they were keeping it close to their chest in terms of brand name etc. I'll try again this week and see what they say. I've told them that there a few people interested in testing and that went down well.
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Of the stuff you've tested so far, what have you been most impressed with?
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Of the stuff you've tested so far, what have you been most impressed with?
The tyre dressing by far. It eventually dries matte and got great longevity. I'll take a pic before I clean my motor today and it's done about 500 miles and gone through some crappy weather since being last applied.
I've got the glass cleaners now too so I'll try then this week at some point as well.
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Of the stuff you've tested so far, what have you been most impressed with?
The tyre dressing by far. It eventually dries matte and got great longevity. I'll take a pic before I clean my motor today and it's done about 500 miles and gone through some crappy weather since being last applied.
I've got the glass cleaners now too so I'll try then this week at some point as well.
Sounds promising. I'm on the lookout for a replacement tyre dressing that's not too glossy.
Normally use Megs Endurance which lasts well but it can look at bit too shiny and plasticky. Also tried others, namely Blackfire's Total Eclipse Gel and Poorboys Bold & Bright dressing, both only so-so imo. Have run out of these so currently using up a bottle of CG new Look Trim Gel, which I didn't like on interior trim but is actually pretty good on tyres.
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Personally I've never used a tyre dressing before so would be interested in seeing how this looks. A nice consistent matte finish would be exactly what I'm after and there seems to be many that are too glossy for my liking when I see pics of them applied. I've heard really good things about Megs Endurance and was thinking about getting some but you reckon that's a bit glossy too Booth?
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Personally I've never used a tyre dressing before so would be interested in seeing how this looks. A nice consistent matte finish would be exactly what I'm after and there seems to be many that are too glossy for my liking when I see pics of them applied. I've heard really good things about Megs Endurance and was thinking about getting some but you reckon that's a bit glossy too Booth?
Megs is good, it's always been my go to dressing but more recently I've been wanting a matte finish. I find it stays put though some say it slings. The more coats you apply, the glossier it gets but you can reduce the shine a bit by applying it to all wheels, then going back over with a microfibre to remove any excess. It's quite thick but the foam applicator you can buy separately makes it easier to apply.
I initially really liked Poorboys Bold n Bright Tyre Dressing. It's supposed to give a high gloss finish but ironically I find it leaves a subtle matte finish, which is just right. As it's water based, the consistency is quite thin making it a breeze to apply, however, it doesn't last very long. PB also do one called Bold n Bright Gel which I might give a go in the hope that it gives the same finish but greater longevity, unless Ginge's stuff cuts the mustard.
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Like the sound of thats Poorboys gel. Let us know how it goes if you get some.
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Ginge, I'm not working at the mo. So let me know if ya need a hand testing anything.
My golf is like a Metalic Red.
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Any update on these products Ginge?
Particularly the wash mitts. How are they standing up to weekly washing? I'm just about to order yet another DJ tribble mitt! I'm finding their lifespan seems to be getting shorter and shorter despite careful rinsing and drying after use, they always start disintegrating between the thumb bit. So wondering if the one's you're testing are any better?
Oh and are you still impressed with the tyre dressing?
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Rebecca, PM me your address and send you a mitt on Monday, youll be proper impressed. they tell me that the product labels should be done in about a month and have promised me some sample sets for fellow members on here.
BTW ya car looks great in this months VWD magazine, i only just noticed thata my 35 appears on the inters advert too in that edition.
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Rebecca, PM me your address and send you a mitt on Monday, youll be proper impressed. they tell me that the product labels should be done in about a month and have promised me some sample sets for fellow members on here.
BTW ya car looks great in this months VWD magazine, i only just noticed thata my 35 appears on the inters advert too in that edition.
PM'd you. Cheers Neil, you're a top man :smiley:
Dubber mentioned your eddy was in the advert. The legend lives on :cool: