Nice week Dave , that's a big motor to tackle. Should note though that Poorboy's Black Hole is a glaze . It masks some imperfections but had little to no cut so detent eliminate scratches .
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When i had the black S3 I used a DA with ultimate compound to do this:
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I also found Poorboys black hole good as well: https://www.audi-sport.net/xf/threads/new-da-poorboys-black-hole-g3-wax.250687/
Complete noob with this sort of thing - from quick google seems I will need a polish and wax afterwards? Is this correct and if so should I just get the ones the brand recommends?
Plenty to choose from depending on your budget. The G3 wax worked well on my black car.
Buy a pre wax cleanser Dodo juice lime prime light is a very good one follow its application by the book....ie dont apply too much at a time,dont leave on too long and you'll get excellent results form both the lime prime and yer chosen wax
So ultimate compound > dodo juice > wax? Is there a preferred weather to do this sort of thing in - I'm guessing no wind, dry and overcast?
Full decon, wash and seal of roofbox before fitting. Heading up to Harrogate tomorrow ahead of my son passing out of the Army Foundation college, proud dad.
Oh yeah, and washed the X3 too
A proud day - enjoy mate. Good to see some roof box action going on. Kamei are good boxes - roof rails rule
Salute’s to your lad 
Back from Norfolk then bud , garage is looking good .
Back from Norfolk then bud , garage is looking good .
Cheers buster. Aye - back at the homestead. And have this wee delivery to play with when I can find the ankle biters something to amuse themselves with for a few hours....
A proud day - enjoy mate. Good to see some roof box action going on. Kamei are good boxes - roof rails rule
Thanks mate. Have had this roof box for about 4 cars
. Was a great day, very proud
A dry day mate....if yer using a compound no need for a pre wax cleanser just apply a wax on top
Pmsl sorry...mate HTF did you manage that...? You'll definitely be TV bingeing nowSigned off for 3 weeks after breaking my right thumb on Thursday night
Signed off for 3 weeks after breaking my right thumb on Thursday night
Ouch! What happened mate?!
How on earth did you manage that Tash ? No detailing for you in the foreseeable ......Signed off for 3 weeks after breaking my right thumb on Thursday night
Ouch mate, that is taking detailing to extremes!Signed off for 3 weeks after breaking my right thumb on Thursday night
Thanks guys and @josul is right it is the typing thumb 
and what a nightmare after you break it.
Not sure how but slipped while coming downstairs Thursday night and broke my thumb whilst trying to save my ar*we from getting hurt. Only realised it 10 mins after when I noticed the thumb facing the wrong direction. So, closed my eyes and clicked it back to its original position, which I am really proud of myself 
. Been advised rest for 2-3 weeks, have another appointment tomorrow as x-rays showed potential damage to ligaments . We'll find out.
and what a nightmare after you break it. Not sure how but slipped while coming downstairs Thursday night and broke my thumb whilst trying to save my ar*we from getting hurt. Only realised it 10 mins after when I noticed the thumb facing the wrong direction
. So, closed my eyes and clicked it back to its original position, which I am really proud of myself 
. Been advised rest for 2-3 weeks, have another appointment tomorrow as x-rays showed potential damage to ligaments . We'll find out.
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Aye alright ye done a Rambo thumb fix....lolThanks guys and @josul is right it is the typing thumb
Not sure how but slipped while coming downstairs Thursday night and broke my thumb whilst trying to save my ar*we from getting hurt. Only realised it 10 mins after when I noticed the thumb facing the wrong direction
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@Tashfeen - Before any of the guff you've tried on the scuff marks I would have tried a baby wipe. Plain & simpleRight folks, tell me how do I get rid of these marksor can I ...
Always find these work for me. A much cheaper way that using bespoke detailing kit IMHO
Probs a bit late now as I suspect you've already done 'em
Where Have I been? Been away on the caravan for another 9 nights. Away in a fortnight for another 10 nights too
@S32B - Easy ...
Think you're safe on that count mate
lol
Signed off for 3 weeks after breaking my right thumb on Thursday night
@Tashfeen - Flipping heck mate - I go away for a week & look what happens !Thanks guys and @josul is right it is the typing thumb
Not sure how but slipped while coming downstairs Thursday night and broke my thumb whilst trying to save my ar*we from getting hurt. Only realised it 10 mins after when I noticed the thumb facing the wrong direction
Seriously mate, here's hoping for a quick recovery
So we will be seeing a lot more of you on ASN then lol
Oh & Dodo Juice Lime Prime is guff - I gave my last bottle away
Go for Auto Finesse Rejuvenate - a way much better product IMHO
But as we know, 'tis all a bit subjective this detailing malarchy
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After a lovely nail in my tyre on the way to work this morning resulted in a whole new set of tyres being required I was in a bit of a foul mood. But gave the car a good old wash after work and think I've just about calmed down now.
Any recommendations for products to sort out my exhaust tips? They're looking a bit dull
Any recommendations for products to sort out my exhaust tips? They're looking a bit dull
Autosol and a MF cloth, if they've not had any attention since new (which I'd doubt they would have before you picked it up) then mine came up like new with the above! Now the soot comes off easy enough with simple shampoo.
Easy to keep on top of if you tackle them with the big stuff first so to speak.
Can see the shine on this pic when I done mine last week.
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Autosol and a MF cloth, if they've not had any attention since new (which I'd doubt they would have before you picked it up) then mine came up like new with the above! Now the soot comes off easy enough with simple shampoo.
Easy to keep on top of if you tackle them with the big stuff first so to speak.
Can see the shine on this pic when I done mine last week.
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Cheers! Just ordered some off Amazon
@Jonnie I use 0000 grade wire wool & Meguiars metal polish on mine then buff with a microfibre.
https://www.screwfix.com/p/liberon-grade-0000-steel-wool-74-x-225mm/5196f?_requestid=576097
https://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs...egoryId=165682&productId=167641&storeId=10001
https://www.screwfix.com/p/liberon-grade-0000-steel-wool-74-x-225mm/5196f?_requestid=576097
https://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs...egoryId=165682&productId=167641&storeId=10001
+1 for Autosol and MF cloth although when I got my car it needed the 000 wire wool treatment first. Some pitting that wouldn’t come out but you have to look closely.
Just had time before dark to give the car a quick rinse, shampoo, dry and window/wheel clean ! Due to rain today though
Just had time before dark to give the car a quick rinse, shampoo, dry and window/wheel clean ! Due to rain today though
Not on chrome plated tips though as you'll end up with no chrome...
Since switching from the S3 to the BMW 225xe in December car cleaning has been non existent as it’s not been cleaned since Feb!! 
Anyway a wee delivery on the way from @in2detailing will hopefully get it looking sparkly again.
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Anyway a wee delivery on the way from @in2detailing will hopefully get it looking sparkly again.
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@BarryG79 -Since switching from the S3 to the BMW 225xe in December car cleaning has been non existent as it’s not been cleaned since Feb!!
Since switching from the S3 to the BMW 225xe in December car cleaning has been non existent as it’s not been cleaned since Feb!!
Anyway a wee delivery on the way from @in2detailing will hopefully get it looking sparkly again.
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Ya lazy barsteward ....lol
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