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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: king monkey on 05 April 2020, 13:06
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Hi guys,
Trying to get some touch up paint and wondered if anyone had used these? Found them on eBay. Only £7.99 for paint and lacquer. 15ml.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NjbWjJBj/C2-DFF489-C022-4803-9527-289-E93-C9-D707.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
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Good question, interested in any replies.
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+1 looking to fill some bonnet chips :cry:
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My advice is to order genuine VW paint kit. It’s hardly expensive. Order some tiny brushes off amazon to apply and your all good
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My advice is to order genuine VW paint kit. It’s hardly expensive. Order some tiny brushes off amazon to apply and your all good
Tbh I was struggling where to find it with all the closures.
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https://www.chipex.co.uk/ is another option
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VW kit is only a couple of quid more and you’ll know it’ll match.
Some official dealers are still trading on eBay so you may be lucky there.
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I’ve struggled to find any on eBay, even through dealers. If anyone has a link that’s be great.
Had looked at the chipex kits. Any good?
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This any good?
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Volkswagen-Lapiz-Blue-Touch-Up-Paint-LD5K-touchup-stick-VW-MK7-Golf-R/401583143905?ul_ref=https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5575376664&toolid=10001&campid=5338268676&customid=CjwKCAjwg6b0BRBMEiwANd1_SNv1H0J0jRyY6PluUEPqSXaow4GPKuyPBVh9XgxpU_7MIIP1TnMDehoCSZEQAvD_BwE&lgeo=1&item=401583143905&srcrot=710-53481-19255-0&rvr_id=2361301449271&rvr_ts=4acd47ba1710ac3cf1967473ffe9cb86&_mwBanner=1&_rdt=1&ul_noapp=true&pageci=a47f4701-6dfe-4f20-b166-496f85743bce
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ive used chipex in the past not impressed with it
i find genuine vw paint best or halfords not bad either
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ive used chipex in the past not impressed with it
i find genuine vw paint best or halfords not bad either
Good to know. Thanks
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This any good?
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Volkswagen-Lapiz-Blue-Touch-Up-Paint-LD5K-touchup-stick-VW-MK7-Golf-R/401583143905?ul_ref=https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5575376664&toolid=10001&campid=5338268676&customid=CjwKCAjwg6b0BRBMEiwANd1_SNv1H0J0jRyY6PluUEPqSXaow4GPKuyPBVh9XgxpU_7MIIP1TnMDehoCSZEQAvD_BwE&lgeo=1&item=401583143905&srcrot=710-53481-19255-0&rvr_id=2361301449271&rvr_ts=4acd47ba1710ac3cf1967473ffe9cb86&_mwBanner=1&_rdt=1&ul_noapp=true&pageci=a47f4701-6dfe-4f20-b166-496f85743bce
Ha ha! Just found that one myself. Says the seller is away but the date has elapsed so might contact them. Thanks.
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I've used chipex on previous cars and it's excellent. It's all in the method and prep though so people will give different opinions. The VW paint is good but again it's how it's applied that makes the difference.
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it's how it's applied that makes the difference.
That's where I run into trouble. No patience = a right cock up :grin:
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it's how it's applied that makes the difference.
That's where I run into trouble. No patience = a right cock up :grin:
😂😂👍
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The eBay seller has confirmed that they’re shut. Going to have to gamble on something else.
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I've used Chipex on small paint chips and it's great, but you do have to follow the instructions. You need to take your time to do at least the paint application and excess paint removal one or two chips at a time so the paint doesn't dry out too much. The end result should be undetectable. Make sure you check the paint colour match before you start just to be sure you've got the right colour.
I've also used the official VW touch-up paint bottles from https://vwmotorparts.co.uk/ (https://vwmotorparts.co.uk/), but you'd have to check with them if they are still stocking it. Again it's good for small areas but the clear lacquer doesn't "flow" very well so it's not good for any large scuffs (like you get on the rear sill).
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Thanks for the link. Just tried it. They don’t appear to have any touch up kits. Think I’m going with one on amazon now. Can’t get anything original.
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
They don’t list Lapiz online.
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Glad it's proving useful! Shame you needed to use it though.
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They don’t list Lapiz online.
I suppose Lapiz is a bit niche. Perhaps in store? Worth giving your local branch a call?
Or this - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401583143905?ul_ref=https%253A%252F%252Frover.ebay.com%252Frover%252F1%252F710-53481-19255-0%252F1%253Fff3%253D2%2526pub%253D5575376664%2526toolid%253D10001%2526campid%253D5338268676%2526customid%253DEAIaIQobChMI35uolffT6AIVzsreCh2PkArJEAQYASABEgLanvD_BwE%2526lgeo%253D1%2526item%253D401583143905%2526srcrot%253D710-53481-19255-0%2526rvr_id%253D2362909214184%2526rvr_ts%253D4fbb639d1710aaec8c53d0f2ffb2703f&ul_noapp=true
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They don’t list Lapiz online.
I suppose Lapiz is a bit niche. Perhaps in store? Worth giving your local branch a call?
Or this - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401583143905?ul_ref=https%253A%252F%252Frover.ebay.com%252Frover%252F1%252F710-53481-19255-0%252F1%253Fff3%253D2%2526pub%253D5575376664%2526toolid%253D10001%2526campid%253D5338268676%2526customid%253DEAIaIQobChMI35uolffT6AIVzsreCh2PkArJEAQYASABEgLanvD_BwE%2526lgeo%253D1%2526item%253D401583143905%2526srcrot%253D710-53481-19255-0%2526rvr_id%253D2362909214184%2526rvr_ts%253D4fbb639d1710aaec8c53d0f2ffb2703f&ul_noapp=true
That’s the one I’ve already contacted. Frustrating isn’t it?
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That’s the one I’ve already contacted. Frustrating isn’t it?
Yes!
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I thin the paint down a little with cellulose thinner and use a very fine artist brush and build up the layers (letting each application set) until level with car paint and then polish - works well on chips.
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I thin the paint down a little with cellulose thinner and use a very fine artist brush and build up the layers (letting each application set) until level with car paint and then polish - works well on chips.
You can come round and do the chips on my car! Don't worry, I'll keep at least 2m away :laugh:
I bought some really small modeller's cotton swabs (Tamiya) for applying the paint, possibly safer than a brush?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-87105-Craft-Cotton-Swab-Triangular-Extra-Small-50-Pcs-NIP/254534580791?epid=1008081218&hash=item3b43717a37:g:ATQAAOSw5eReZLoL
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
I was round 3 of them at the weekend looking for BMW touch up paint for my daughters 1 series. It was business as usual.
To the OP I found a cocktail stick works for me, just putting a tiny amount on.and building the layers
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These are the ones I’m going to order. Application with a small stick as others have said.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dVkscFMZ/ADB526-EF-49-DD-42-D1-B285-1-B03-E2-EBEE6-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mP4f70gT)keyboard test tool (https://keyboardtester.co/)
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
I was round 3 of them at the weekend looking for BMW touch up paint for my daughters 1 series. It was business as usual.
To the OP I found a cocktail stick works for me, just putting a tiny amount on.and building the layers
If the police stop you- and there are checks going on- be careful what you say to them. If you tell them you were out to get some touch up paint for your gti you’ll likely get a fixed penalty notice.
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
I was round 3 of them at the weekend looking for BMW touch up paint for my daughters 1 series. It was business as usual.
To the OP I found a cocktail stick works for me, just putting a tiny amount on.and building the layers
If the police stop you- and there are checks going on- be careful what you say to them. If you tell them you were out to get some touch up paint for your gti you’ll likely get a fixed penalty notice.
Tbh I wouldn’t go out just to get touch up paint. Really not worth it. Things aren’t going to improve if we do things like that. I have a letter on me when I go to work to prove I’m ok to be commuting.
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Tbh I wouldn’t go out just to get touch up paint. Really not worth it. Things aren’t going to improve if we do things like that.
Quite right, well said sir! :smiley:
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Tbh I wouldn’t go out just to get touch up paint. Really not worth it. Things aren’t going to improve if we do things like that.
Quite right, well said sir! :smiley:
Why thank you! :smiley:
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
I was round 3 of them at the weekend looking for BMW touch up paint for my daughters 1 series. It was business as usual.
To the OP I found a cocktail stick works for me, just putting a tiny amount on.and building the layers
If the police stop you- and there are checks going on- be careful what you say to them. If you tell them you were out to get some touch up paint for your gti you’ll likely get a fixed penalty notice.
I was also looking for bulbs for my car which I couldn't get at the first Halfords and being front-line NHS staff I reckon I qualified for that.
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Halfords? I had a kit from them, seemed good to me. The only problem for me was the monkey using it :rolleyes:
You will be pleased to hear it was in use this morning, just waiting a day for it to harden in the sun.... no urgency doesn't seem to translate into any more patience though! :)
Halfords are open, they get round this by supplying cycle parts, you can order online, no ideas how you would collect though?
I was round 3 of them at the weekend looking for BMW touch up paint for my daughters 1 series. It was business as usual.
To the OP I found a cocktail stick works for me, just putting a tiny amount on.and building the layers
If the police stop you- and there are checks going on- be careful what you say to them. If you tell them you were out to get some touch up paint for your gti you’ll likely get a fixed penalty notice.
I was also looking for bulbs for my car which I couldn't get at the first Halfords and being front-line NHS staff I reckon I qualified for that.
Then buy your bulbs and leave, you aren't entitled to shop for touch up paint too! I am not judging you.I was just offering some advice-you can take it how you like.
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These are the ones I’m going to order. Application with a small stick as others have said.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dVkscFMZ/ADB526-EF-49-DD-42-D1-B285-1-B03-E2-EBEE6-D.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mP4f70gT)keyboard test tool (https://keyboardtester.co/)
Any updates on views on this paint yet?
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Did t buy that one in the end as I just went for the one I could get quickest. Delivery times are obviously all over the place at the moment.
This is what I bought. Just thought that if it’s not vw paint then anything is a gamble.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Qt5dB8mr/9-C9-C2-D16-ABFD-4-C58-85-FC-BCF63-BE18498.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tZqjwH8r)
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Well, it arrived today. I’m going to have to wait until weekend before giving it a go though.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9MB4gq9f/5-B38-FD56-E6-C4-4-A4-B-95-C1-9460-A10-D0412.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXnknjN9)
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Well, it arrived today. I’m going to have to wait until weekend before giving it a go though.
So good news is paint has arrived, bad news is we have to wait another 5 days to see if it's any good.
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Well, it arrived today. I’m going to have to wait until weekend before giving it a go though.
So good news is paint has arrived, bad news is we have to wait another 5 days to see if it's any good.
But, you’ll get a thorough break down with annotated photos, graphs and an accompanying PowerPoint. I’m also going to compare the 15 paints I’ve bought and upload a video to YouTube with direct comparisons on the car. Hope this helps. :wink:
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Oh monkey, such strong work :smug:
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Well, it arrived today. I’m going to have to wait until weekend before giving it a go though.
So good news is paint has arrived, bad news is we have to wait another 5 days to see if it's any good.
But, you’ll get a thorough break down with annotated photos, graphs and an accompanying PowerPoint. I’m also going to compare the 15 paints I’ve bought and upload a video to YouTube with direct comparisons on the car. Hope this helps. :wink:
Excellent..... you win.
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Any updates on the paint? I'm running out of jobs to do.
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Sorry for the ridiculously late reply. I’ve only just got round to doing it! The paint was fine. It didn’t come with the stick applicator as stated but matched well.
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Cheers :smiley: