Cleaning Product Choices

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Originally Posted by eddomak

I have just bought 2.5L of AutoGlym premium that has RRP $31 for $12.50 on such a deal recently but haven't had a chance to try it

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OK, all this talk about washing cars and finally a nice weekend with some time got me out there washing the D4 with Autogylm for the first time. In comparison to Meguiars I found Autoglym to be not as viscous, so I used a little more, and the suds and liquid was not as slippery. Seeing as the point of the suds is lubrication, this might not be as good?

Anyway, the performance of the cleaning was absolutely fine, with no additional effort needed. Long term I think I will stick to Meguiars NXT though.

As for foam cannons - I bought one and if you have enough people to work with you, it is a lot faster to do it that way, and easier to get suds everywhere you need it. I think I use more product though.

Nice work. It was a lovely day to wash a car.

After washing and waxing the car looks better than when i picked it up from the dealer. Will apply another wax coat next week after another wash.

Also do you guys rain-x all the windows? I do all glass and side mirrors but i don't do the headlights. Do you guys rain-x the headlights?

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Originally Posted by Smocky

Nice work. It was a lovely day to wash a car.

After washing and waxing the car looks better than when i picked it up from the dealer. Will apply another wax coat next week after another wash.

Also do you guys rain-x all the windows? I do all glass and side mirrors but i don't do the headlights. Do you guys rain-x the headlights?

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Smocky we use rain-x on the exterior rear view mirrors and rear window only. We don't bother with front window as if you are continually cleaning the window the washer tank detergent removes the protection quite quickly so a waste of time. BTW it is great on the rear window in dusty conditions as it makes it easier to clean off the build up

The headlight covers are not glass and so do not use rain-x on them, see warning on the package.

Rob

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Originally Posted by Smocky

Also do you guys rain-x all the windows? I do all glass and side mirrors but i don't do the headlights. Do you guys rain-x the headlights?

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I used to use rain-X on all windows & mirrors, until I found "Nanokote". Have since done all external glass with this product. Does the same job, but lasts much, much longer between applications. It is also safe to use detergents / window washer additives with this product - they will not remove it.

http://http://www.nanokotewa.com.au/product/nanokote-diy-auto-glass/

As Rob said, all light lenses including headlights are polycarbonate - don't use any of these products on them. ;)

When applying the wax I put some in my hands, warm it up by rubbing together a bit then kind of slap it on gently. Working your way from top to bottom. Meant to be the best way, less waste and warming up helps it absorb into the paint. Wipe of an hour later with microfibre.
This guy is applying Swissvax, jaw dropping prices but great results.

I used to swirl wax in with pads but found this way more effective.

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Originally Posted by RobA

....start with clean undamaged paintwork and put a couple of coats of polish on it over a month or so to build up the protection ....
One other issue is to not "cut" scratches rather fill them with polish as cutting back removes layers of paint.

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I have read both wax & polish mentioned in this thread as what people use for the protection stage. What I haven't yet understood is what the difference is between wax and polish, ie why you might use one or the other.

And regarding polish "filling" scratches. I am guessing that the polish can reduce the visibility of lighter scratches and even make most of them effectively invisible. Is this correct and would this be a difference between polish and wax?

Scott

They are very different, but commonly misunderstood:

http://www.performancemotorcare.com/...hy-it-matters/

Cheers

Dan

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Originally Posted by BMKal

I used to use rain-X on all windows & mirrors, until I found "Nanokote". Have since done all external glass with this product. Does the same job, but lasts much, much longer between applications. It is also safe to use detergents / window washer additives with this product - they will not remove it.

http://http://www.nanokotewa.com.au/product/nanokote-diy-auto-glass/

As Rob said, all light lenses including headlights are polycarbonate - don't use any of these products on them. ;)

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The link says 50% off at the moment people.
Andrew

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Originally Posted by cafe latte

What do you guys use to get splattered bugs off paint and glass? My Landy is a Defender so its brick shape pics up quite a few splattered bugs.
Cheers
Chris

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Baby / nappy wipes are great for this.
Gentle on a baby's bum, so should be ok on the D4.

I keep a dispenser pack in the D4 - fits nicely in the bottle holder in the front door,and is useful for getting the diesel off the hands at refuel time.

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Originally Posted by RHS58

Baby / nappy wipes are great for this. Gentle on a baby's bum, so should be ok on the D4. I keep a dispenser pack in the D4 - fits nicely in the bottle holder in the front door,and is useful for getting the diesel off the hands at refuel time.

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Budget baby wipes are also really good for wiping over leather seats.