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Hi DFB, can we talk about car polishes please.
Tell me what I need to know. I have always done all my cars by hand but as already mentioned on the prev page, getting older now and its a little harder than it used to be! I probably only polish once a year so dont need to spend big bucks but just seeing what i should be looking at, bunnings supercheap would probably be fine if they have something ok? Cars dont need anything harsh at all they are actually not too bad. I have been reluctant to do it by machine as dont want to go through the clear etc.
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For someone new to polishing by machine, it's generally recommended to use a Dual Action polisher and not a Rotary. Blowing through the clear with a DA would be pretty hard to do, a rotary if not used in experienced hands can create a variety of undesirable results. So having said that, what would be recommended? A quick search on the Supercheap & Bunnings websites reveals some products that I would be either scared to use or feel would be unlikely to give a decent result. https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/sh..._term=polisher https://www.bunnings.com.au/search/p...Size=60&page=1 Looking here gives me more confidence in recommending a polisher to suit. https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...-machines-kits I think a 5 inch machine with a 6 inch pad would be a good starting point. These are available in kits or as a standalone machine. The kits are currently sold out but represent decent value when you consider the cost of adding pads and polish compounds to the standalone machine. https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...order-may-30th https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...a-polisher-kit https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...-polishing-kit I like when you buy a machine from the likes of Waxit they will support the product, answering questions about pad and compound choices for example. Good luck!
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It looks like a lot of people bought the kits over Christmas as so many of them are sold out.
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Had the dlux for weeks and not had the chance to use it. Passing showers mean we barely get 24 hours without rain, so it has to wait.
So i bought some bowdens own boss gloss. Im finding the hydroscopic coating (nova jet, bowdens own fully slick) make detailing sprays more effective. Less dirt seems to stick.
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I know I started this thread, but Jesus it’s been a hell of a few months and unfortunately the poor ST got neglected for months. 1 wash, with a borrowed dirty mitt using heavy duty car wash and weak pressure tank water whilst I was in Queensland. Didn’t even fully clean it, was only to remove bird poop and mud from their fallen nests.
But I was happy to recently give it some proper attention again. Just my normal nanolicious wash, wheely clean, big green sucker with boss gloss, then Autoglym polish for the bonnet and front bar (a lot of baked on bugs and god knows what else), a lazy wax and fully slick. Plus inside vacuum and wipe over. I was so happy at the result. It is good for the soul! And a good reminder of why I love Bowdens. Two weeks on its filthy again and ready for a wash. ![]()
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![]() And yes, detailing can be great food for the soul.
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After a few showers yesterday, just had to run over the car with a detailing spray before leaving for work this morning.
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I think one thing that a lot of people don't understand is that once the car is to the standard as pictured above, that it takes bugger all time and effort to keep it that way.
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Very true. Usually I keep it in the way it is now, but sometimes things get in the way.
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I keep a small spray bottle with a diluted waterless carwash wrapped in two m/f towels in the glovebox to deal with anything that needs instant removal whilst out driving, bird poop etc.
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Broke out the NV Purge to attend to these Mazda wheels today.
https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...-wheel-cleaner https://detailingshed.com.au/collect...concours-purge ![]() ![]() NV Purge is labeled as a reactive wheel cleaner, turning a reddish purple as it begins to break down brake dust, iron fallout and other contaminants. I use this product when I need STRONG cleaning abilities on neglected wheels. Despite NV's best efforts to scent this product, Purge has a pretty strong odor so ensure sufficient ventilation. I rinse the wheel first, evenly mist onto the wheel face and barrel, allow to soak for no longer than 5 min. Depending on how soiled the wheels are, you can then agitate with brushes before rinsing or just rinse the product away. Like with all strong wheel cleaners, ensure you wear gloves and refrain from using in direct sun. ![]() ![]() ![]() I don't often use these type of products on my own vehicles. As CyberWasp alluded to above, once a car (or wheels in this case) is in a state of cleanliness, strong wheel cleaners and chemicals are rarely needed. That said, having something like this on hand is a valuable addition to a detailers arsenal.
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Have you had any issues with the products like this staining the driveway?
I have Bowdens Wheely Cleen but I have only used it once as I have a sealed driveway and are a bit scared it will effect the sealer. I guess sealer is similar to paint so maybe not as long as you hose it all away. Purge doesn't seem to generate as much of a purple mess on the ground.
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Yep Purge is the best I've used.
Agreed if wheels/wash done regularly you don't need this product, for eg, my Sprint and TS50 no need BUT if you have a euro like my BM and rain a couple of weeks I use it lightly its first wash after rain for we know how wonderfully annoying euro brake pad dust/rotors and road grime collection is like ! By the way, really cleans up the OE cast iron calipers at the same time. I have not noticed any stains from Purge on my driveway fyi.
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Ford Factory pads = pretty clean Project Mu NS400 = pretty clean ... much better pad for stopping EBC Pads = average ... on par with factory pad performance Ferodo DSP = wheels end up as black as your tyres within 24 of cleaning ... not quite a good as Project Mu pads performance wise ... but still got decent bite.
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Maybe the bendix euro has improved, I shall check up with my industry sources. Mechan1k, I'll never buy ferocious again, I tried them twice on the T3 fronts their performance product, utter rubbish, noisy and yes dust galore.
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I haven’t used.
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Historically I've used a combination of Meguiar's and Mothers products. Been trying a few Bowden's products lately and pretty impressed with most of them. I rate the wheel cleaner, three way iron decon, tar remover and the claybars. The Big Green Sucker is especially a standout. The only Bowden's thing I haven't been that keen on is their microfibre mitts, I prefer the Meg's mitts. I still prefer the Mother's waxes too but that's probably because I just like paste waxes and I don't believe Bowden's have a paste wax.
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I know you do watch CCAD's channel ... as Sandro does a lot of stuff for WAXIT anyway ... or used to.
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The other thing I like about Bowden's is they have a lot of great documentation and write ups on their website. They also have this really handy chart which explains exactly what each of their products is for, some brands are quite difficult to decipher what each product is meant to do. ![]() ![]()
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What happened to the old days when all you had was Kitten Car Wash and a manky sponge.
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