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General => Detailing => Topic started by: SteveP on 02 August 2008, 22:25
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Been considering investing in a PC, seen the kit on autopia that including the sonus polishes and pads, I have read good things on the pads but not sure on the polishes, are these worth the money?
Also there is a guy selling the PC inc transformer and adapter cable for £180 delivered, it this a reasonable deal?
Finally, other than a set of the 4" Sonus spot pads is there anything else you guys would recommend as part of a starter kit?
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Been considering investing in a PC, seen the kit on autopia that including the sonus polishes and pads, I have read good things on the pads but not sure on the polishes, are these worth the money?
Also there is a guy selling the PC inc transformer and adapter cable for £180 delivered, it this a reasonable deal?
Finally, other than a set of the 4" Sonus spot pads is there anything else you guys would recommend as part of a starter kit?
i would say that looking to purchase from the US or getting something that has a transformer etc is going to be a bit of a pain in the arse...
why not think about getting a meguiars 220 - good value for money and if you are just starting off then it is a good machine to learn with
http://www.elitecarcare.co.uk/index.php?cPath=71 (http://www.elitecarcare.co.uk/index.php?cPath=71)
polishes... menzerna are good polishes and megs do good polishes too
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the sonus stuff is ok, BUT i would as above get Menzerna polishes, especially the menz ip, final polish and even the compound , theres a good sample set here http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polish/menzerna-250ml/menzerna-250ml-sampler-kit/prod_220.html
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the sonus stuff is ok, BUT i would as above get Menzerna polishes, especially the menz ip, final polish and even the compound , theres a good sample set here http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polish/menzerna-250ml/menzerna-250ml-sampler-kit/prod_220.html
nice sample set!! :drool:
might have to get that... and I promised myself I would be good from now on! :laugh:
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yeh, i particularly like the PO106FF , good stuff, heres a pic of mine after ip and PO106FF
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y8/182_blue/DSCF0606.jpg)
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y8/182_blue/DSCF0599.jpg)
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Thanks Guy/Shaun.
So might this be a good start then - http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polishing-machine/meguiars-g220-complete-menzerna-kit/prod_414.html
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before ordering a g220 look here http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=69100&highlight=g220+poll
im not saying there still like it, but makes for interesting viewing
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Thanks Shaun, I think I remember a post about that before this forum broke a couple of weeks ago, the figures have got a bit better since then but it still plays a bit on my mind. But on the other hand if I import a PC and that fails then its going to be much harder to return this for repair.
Decisions Decisions. :undecided:
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before ordering a g220 look here http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=69100&highlight=g220+poll
im not saying there still like it, but makes for interesting viewing
wasn't aware of this till the other day... guess I have been lucky so far as I have hammered mine on occasion! :evil:
Thanks Guy/Shaun.
So might this be a good start then - http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polishing-machine/meguiars-g220-complete-menzerna-kit/prod_414.html
I quite like the sound of that set... looks quite good vfm... don't forget masking tape too
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I think thats the kit for me then (plus the masking tape and some more pads).
Next I could do with some suggestions for a good sealant?
Also are different wax's better with different colour cars, if so do you have any recommendations for Steel Grey?
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I think thats the kit for me then (plus the masking tape and some more pads).
Next I could do with some suggestions for a good sealant?
Also are different wax's better with different colour cars, if so do you have any recommendations for Steel Grey?
at the moment im liking the zaino stuff, look at the zaino all in one, or z2 pro topped with zaino z8 (this isnt wax by the way)
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What this "ZFX Flash Cure Accelerator" thats listed with the Z-2 on usage instructions on cleanyourcar.co.uk?
Zaino seams to have most complicated product range I have seen :shocked:
Thanks for the help and putting up with my continual questions Shaun.
P.S. - I will post an update to the speed cameras database in a couple and PM you a link.
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What this "ZFX Flash Cure Accelerator" thats listed with the Z-2 on usage instructions on cleanyourcar.co.uk?
Zaino seams to have most complicated product range I have seen :shocked:
Thanks for the help and putting up with my continual questions Shaun.
P.S. - I will post an update to the speed cameras database in a couple and PM you a link.
well, you add it to the z2 to make it last longer, i personally would just get the zaino all in one, then top off with zaino z8 , you can use the zaino cs too , basically this kit http://www.pro-detailing.co.uk/index.php?p=223&c=22
oh and nice one with the updates :cool:
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ps, i like this too http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/acatalog/blackfire-wet-diamond-all-finish-paint-protection-protect.html
which can be topped with this http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/acatalog/blackfire-midnight-sun-ivory-carnauba-paste-wax-protect.html
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remember you still need the menzerna for the prep work too
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Cheer Shaun :smiley:
Final question, I think as a starting point I will get a pro to detail the car first which should hopefully help me pick-up some practical experience, any recommendations for Northamptonshire/Milton Keynes Area?
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Cheer Shaun :smiley:
Final question, I think as a starting point I will get a pro to detail the car first which should hopefully help me pick-up some practical experience, any recommendations for Northamptonshire/Milton Keynes Area?
will check for you
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Well I finally received all of my order today, Thanks to Tim at www.cleanyourcar.co.uk he was very helpful :smiley:
Misses now offically thinks I am mad buying all this stuff -
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/IMG_0513-1.jpg)
Next question for you all, with the Zaino stuff any recommendation for a good wax to top it off?
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SteveP is that brush thingy ma jig on the left with the bike picture on for your wheels.
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SteveP is that brush thingy ma jig on the left with the bike picture on for your wheels.
Yep, tis one of these - http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-and-tyres/ez-detail-brush/prod_480.html
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Cheer's SteveP me tink's i need one of themz :huh:
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Cheer's SteveP me tink's i need one of themz :huh:
The guy at cleanyourcar highly recommends them and says they sell like hot cakes.
For this first proper clean the wheels are coming off to get a good coat of poorboys wheel sealant. :nerd:
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Cheer's SteveP me tink's i need one of themz :huh:
The guy at cleanyourcar highly recommends them and says they sell like hot cakes.
For this first proper clean the wheels are coming off to get a good coat of poorboys wheel sealant. :nerd:
I'm getting worried your starting to sound like new golf :sad:
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Cheer's SteveP me tink's i need one of themz :huh:
The guy at cleanyourcar highly recommends them and says they sell like hot cakes.
For this first proper clean the wheels are coming off to get a good coat of poorboys wheel sealant. :nerd:
I'm getting worried your starting to sound like new golf :sad:
LOL, reading my last post I can see why you would think that. :laugh:
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel sealant is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
Very excited here in the frozen, damp, pi$$ing north :grin:
Pictures, pictures, pictures please.
There's only one colour and it's DPB :cool: :cool: :cool:
Cass
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
Yep fingers crossed on the weather.
What's your wax of choice at the moment NewGolf?
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
tis isn't it... i think you can also use it on your calipers if you have cleaned them up too!
the brush thing might be a little much for the wheel sealant as it might remove it... I use a very soft wheel brush on mine with only bilt hamber auto wash now and the wheels clean up luvvely!
i found with a spikey one like the one you have either I, or the paintwork, or both... tends to end up covered in dirty spots where the bristles flick the dirty water about
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
tis isn't it... i think you can also use it on your calipers if you have cleaned them up too!
the brush thing might be a little much for the wheel sealant as it might remove it... I use a very soft wheel brush on mine with only bilt hamber auto wash now and the wheels clean up luvvely!
i found with a spikey one like the one you have either I, or the paintwork, or both... tends to end up covered in dirty spots where the bristles flick the dirty water about
Guy do you have any pic's i'm not sure what you mean
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
tis isn't it... i think you can also use it on your calipers if you have cleaned them up too!
the brush thing might be a little much for the wheel sealant as it might remove it... I use a very soft wheel brush on mine with only bilt hamber auto wash now and the wheels clean up luvvely!
i found with a spikey one like the one you have either I, or the paintwork, or both... tends to end up covered in dirty spots where the bristles flick the dirty water about
I know what you mean Guy but this one is surprisingly soft, it mainly for getting to the back of the rim only, for around the spokes and the face of the wheel I use a micro fibre bobbly wash mitt I got a few of from Costco.
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OY!
I resemble that remark!
More detailing stuff due to be delivered soon, so photos will follow. :smiley:
Oh plus I took the wheels off again to paint the brake disks, cleaned them with a wet MF cloth, the dirt came off sooo easy, that Poorboys wheel cleaner is a good product.
I also have the Zaino Z2, Z6 and Z8, I recently did my old daily driver, a 7 year old Golf 1.4, what a difference! The bodywork feels really smooth and the paint looks wet. It really is good stuff. I havent tried the ZXF or Z2 yet, will give it a go this weekend weather permitting.
Yep fingers crossed on the weather.
What's your wax of choice at the moment NewGolf?
I'm using Zymol Carbon at the moment, its hard work to use but lasts quite well and smells and looks great. I also have some Zaino ZFX, Z2, Z6 and Z8 and have given it a go on my old Golf, really does look good :wink: 182_Blue recommended it, and he knows his stuff.
Zymol products are very good, but expensive. TC had his car detailed usimg Zymol, you can see how good a result he had, but it costs! If you do get some Zymol, it makes sense to buy a starter kit, just over £100 and you pick which colour car you have. Carbons for dark coloured cars.
I get mine from Monzacarcare, great service. :smiley:
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Well, finally got a bit of time today to try out my recent purchases.
First the before: -
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/NewPics/IMG_0507.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/NewPics/IMG_0514.jpg)
And now the after result: -
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/NewPics/IMG_0525.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/NewPics/IMG_0524.jpg)
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk207/Stevep_010/NewPics/IMG_0526.jpg)
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(http://www.smileys.me.uk/smileys/Cool/cool0003.gif) (http://www.smileys.me.uk/) im impressed lokking good SteveP I see some rust on those disc's though tut tut :wink:
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(http://www.smileys.me.uk/smileys/Cool/cool0003.gif) (http://www.smileys.me.uk/) im impressed lokking good SteveP I see some rust on those disc's though tut tut :wink:
Cheers TC.
The Zaino stuff works really well and smells nice too :smiley:
I know I should have moved it first to clean-up the disc's but cold beer was calling. :tongue:
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(http://www.smileys.me.uk/smileys/Cool/cool0003.gif) (http://www.smileys.me.uk/) im impressed lokking good SteveP I see some rust on those disc's though tut tut :wink:
Cheers TC.
The Zaino stuff works really well and smells nice too :smiley:
I know I should have moved it first to clean-up the disc's but cold beer was calling. :tongue:
Cold beer was calling sorry i'm new to this detailing lark is that for the wheels or the paint work :smug:
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(http://www.smileys.me.uk/smileys/Cool/cool0003.gif) (http://www.smileys.me.uk/) im impressed lokking good SteveP I see some rust on those disc's though tut tut :wink:
Cheers TC.
The Zaino stuff works really well and smells nice too :smiley:
I know I should have moved it first to clean-up the disc's but cold beer was calling. :tongue:
Cold beer was calling sorry i'm new to this detailing lark is that for the wheels or the paint work :smug:
LOL, on form as always TC :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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LMAO :grin:
TC's on top form today! :wink:
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Sonus is great,but so are all the others when used in the proper fashion.
Been considering investing in a PC, seen the kit on autopia that including the sonus polishes and pads, I have read good things on the pads but not sure on the polishes, are these worth the money?
Also there is a guy selling the PC inc transformer and adapter cable for £180 delivered, it this a reasonable deal?
Finally, other than a set of the 4" Sonus spot pads is there anything else you guys would recommend as part of a starter kit?