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Title: need advice
Post by: maxie on 16 September 2009, 17:24
ive recently bought a gti mk5 and now its time to get her looking even better.. :)  im going to get the swirls sorted out next summer at the detailers but until then she needs looking after... the problem is i use a wheelchair 24/7 so i need to use a power washer,( clarks 6600) ive bought some snow foam from waxamomo, and now things start geting confusing ( what next )  i need something thats easy to apply but  is still  going to look good ... any help for a complete novice... MANY THANKS.. :)


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Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Jkctr on 16 September 2009, 20:59
Cheers for the pm (no worries mate  :cool: )

What is it you mean (easy to apply) wax, shampoo, polish?
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Guy on 16 September 2009, 23:06
although not as durable spray waxes might be easier to apply through a pressure washer... i was applying autosmart aquawax through a pressure washer yesterday, to aid drying more than anything else, and was impressed with the results.. might help

where are you based?
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Guy on 16 September 2009, 23:53
you might also find this thread over on detailing world of interest

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=122850 (http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=122850)
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: maxie on 17 September 2009, 10:49
Cheers for the pm (no worries mate  :cool: )

What is it you mean (easy to apply) wax, shampoo, polish?

im in stoke

well im a c4 tetraplegic, wich gives me limited hand arm movement plus the legs are wheels nowadays..so god knows how the roofs getting done..lol...( so im in need of something thats very easy to put on (maybe a spray) then just wipe off, thats going to protect and shine and give me little girl the sparkle her metalic paint deserves :) if this can be done with 1 product kool, god i hope so but if not nevermind..  im using a powerwasher to clean. (clarke 6600). with snow foam.. THANKS  :)


ive been doing a bit of reading and i thought using these would be ok, Dodo Juice Red Mist first then this Ultima Paint Guard Plus - 4oz after, on my blue metalic, will this be ok? and if so will it protect and make the flakes sparkle? god i sound like a right girl lol.. 
all advice appreciated  :)
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: maxie on 17 September 2009, 18:33
or this first  Pinnacle Liquid Souveran Spray Wax  then the sealant
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Guy on 17 September 2009, 19:37
i wouldn't normally suggest it but have you thought about a soft telescopic brush?

i have one that i use on large vans and although it isn't as soft as a wool mitt it might make life easier for you
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Jkctr on 17 September 2009, 21:33
Your best bet is to get someone like guy in. They will clean and seal so you just need to wash and use a detailer spray, will make life much easier  :wink:
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: waxamomo on 18 September 2009, 08:45
I wouldn't use Red Mist then Ultima PGP. The Ultima could be the answer as it's a wipe on and walk away product. Have a look about half way down the page at the following link:

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/ultima.html

Chris


Title: Re: need advice
Post by: maxie on 18 September 2009, 11:15
thanks for the advice,... il have to get it detailed at the guys down the road to get the swirl marks out, then il start using the ultima paint gaurd after washing with power washer using snow foam, lets hope alls well after :)  MANY THANKS  :) :) :)

better make sure they duna wash it @ the stealers when she goes in for her service and cam belt etc... jees cars are  expensive.. :)
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Guy on 19 September 2009, 08:12
What is a 'duna wash'? :huh:
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: maxie on 19 September 2009, 10:38
What is a 'duna wash'? :huh:

they dont wash it ..... sorry :)
Title: Re: need advice
Post by: Guy on 19 September 2009, 18:38
What is a 'duna wash'? :huh:

they dont wash it ..... sorry :)

oic  :grin: