New car detail, products from slims

[Sharkey]

Gave the new car a full going over, put on all the gtechniq sealants on paint, glass and body, if anyone is thinking about going down that route just to let you know it's a long process, but hopefully worth it!

 

[Bristle Hound]

Great work buddy. Look really nice

Love that colour

 

[Matt@Slim'sDetailing]

Looks great! I know what you mean about that colour, wish I got my S1 in the same now!

 

[S32B]

@ Matt, Looking to put another order in soon...any special offers/codes due out? I don't want to order and then find one comes out the next day!

Thanks

 

[Matt@Slim'sDetailing]

@ Matt, Looking to put another order in soon...any special offers/codes due out? I don't want to order and then find one comes out the next day!

Thanks

Hey bud! Nothing lined up for now. If you created an account with your first order, you will have rewards points to play with though

Matt

 

[S32B]

OK cheers mate, now that the holidays are out of the way I'm going to order this DA http://www.slimsdetailing.co.uk/kestrel-deltaylo-electric-dual-action-polisher.html with the 160mm version of these http://www.slimsdetailing.co.uk/koch-chemie-extra-soft-black-finishing-pad.html to use with poorboys blackhole. I was going to go for the 3M ones, but read that going for a slightly bigger pad than what the backing plate is, is the way to go!

Would one of those pads be Ok to apply this stuff once I've done the blackhole? http://www.halfords.com/motoring-tr...ish-wax/farecla-g3-super-gloss-paste-wax-200g or would it be better just to use the supplied sponge and hand method?

 

[Matt@Slim'sDetailing]

OK cheers mate, now that the holidays are out of the way I'm going to order this DA http://www.slimsdetailing.co.uk/kestrel-deltaylo-electric-dual-action-polisher.html with the 160mm version of these http://www.slimsdetailing.co.uk/koch-chemie-extra-soft-black-finishing-pad.html to use with poorboys blackhole. I was going to go for the 3M ones, but read that going for a slightly bigger pad than what the backing plate is, is the way to go!

Would one of those pads be Ok to apply this stuff once I've done the blackhole? http://www.halfords.com/motoring-tr...ish-wax/farecla-g3-super-gloss-paste-wax-200g or would it be better just to use the supplied sponge and hand method?

Hey bud!

The Koch Chemie finishing pad is a great choice, as you say bigger than the backing plate but fits perfectly. It's very soft as well, so ideal for applying Blackhole.

I'd actually recommend the supplied applicator and hand application. The polishing pads by 3M/Koch Chemie are ideal for machines, not so much by hand. When using a wax, it's nicer to have that hand control as well with a smaller applicator.

Cheers,

Matt.

 

[S32B]

OK cheers I did mean applying the wax with the pad & DA, not using the pad without the DA. That wax goes on/off easily enough so not a problem doing that by hand anyway

Just noticed I've missed the cut off for delivery tomorrow, Friday is OK though.

 

[Matt@Slim'sDetailing]

OK cheers I did mean applying the wax with the pad & DA, not using the pad without the DA. That wax goes on/off easily enough so not a problem doing that by hand anyway

Just noticed I've missed the cut off for delivery tomorrow, Friday is OK though.

Ahh, I misread you. Apologies!

It would be ok to apply wax as well using that pad and a DA on a light setting, can be a little quicker - I still prefer by hand but as with anything in detailing it's down to personal preference

Matt.

 

[Schuey]

There are detailers stating that sealants should not be applied to paint until its a few months old to allow the solvents to vent or gas out of the paint. Is there any credibility in that?

Personally I would think not due to modern paints & the drying/curing process plus application of clear lacquers in effect performing the same function as a sealant?

The timescale between my car build & collection will be approx 5-6 weeks so do I wax first, leave it a few months & then seal the car (after removing the wax of course) or just seal it from day 1?

Not that I believe I would notice any difference but wondered on others thoughts?

 

[scotty76]

My car was sealed up with CQuartz Finest at about 1 month old. The only reason for the delay is the build date came forward and the car arrived sooner than expected. I would have had no hesitation is getting it done on day 1. The detailer who did mine does brand new cars all the time and I've never heard him mention it as an issue.

 

[Matt@Slim'sDetailing]

There are detailers stating that sealants should not be applied to paint until its a few months old to allow the solvents to vent or gas out of the paint. Is there any credibility in that?

Personally I would think not due to modern paints & the drying/curing process plus application of clear lacquers in effect performing the same function as a sealant?

The timescale between my car build & collection will be approx 5-6 weeks so do I wax first, leave it a few months & then seal the car (after removing the wax of course) or just seal it from day 1?

Not that I believe I would notice any difference but wondered on others thoughts?

Hey bud,

Interesting one this, from my experience and also from speaking with our detailing trainer - we would advise allowing two weeks before applying a sealant. Saying that, we have applied before from day one without issue, but giving yourself a fortnights grace would be best practice

If you want immediate protection and shine (oooh shine!), pop a nice wax on it early doors. As you've said, you can always take the wax off at a later date and then seal. Given the timescales, it is always advisable to get a sealant in place before the weather starts taking a dip again (as it I write this in the rain of summer!).

Hope this helps,

Matt.