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Amature help
« on: February 13, 2009, 12:29:01 pm »
OK so what order do i use my stuff in???  Ive got in my bag of tricks:

AG Body shampoo & conditioner
AG Ultra Deep Shine
AG Paint Renovator
AG Extra Gloss Protection
Megs High Tech Yello Wax (number 26 if this means anything)

Ive got the rest of the day so any help is appreciated!!   Also, im not a complete obsesive but do like a clear car, any recomendations on what else i should have / replace is welcome!  :happy2:

Ben
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #1 on: February 13, 2009, 01:03:11 pm »
A glaze and sealant maybe. Or for ease an all in one like klasse.
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #2 on: February 13, 2009, 01:32:57 pm »
Quote from: The wheel man on February 13, 2009, 12:29:01 pm
AG Body shampoo & conditioner
AG Ultra Deep Shine
AG Paint Renovator
AG Extra Gloss Protection
Megs High Tech Yello Wax (number 26 if this means anything)

Have never used the paint renovator before so can't comment. If possible, wash the car using the two-bucket method with washmitt (not a sponge). Pat dry using microfibre towels. I'd recommend a clay if it hasn't had one - halfrauds do a nice megs smooth surface clay kit for about £25. Works wonders - it'll remove any bonded contaminants and make your paintwork as smooth as glass. Then apply the AG EGP with a microfibre cloth and apply sparingly. I used it once, too thickly and had a chore to buff it off. Let it touch dry and then buff off. Use a squirt or two of detailer spray (from the clay kit) to help if there's a troublesome area. Let it set for a short while and then follow it with the wax. Apply thinly with a microfibre cloth and again, don't leave it too long before buffing.

Things you might want:

Glass - AG Fast Glass or Glass Polish
Tyres - Megs Endurance Gloss Tyre Gel
Exhaust - Autosol metal polish
Alloys - Megs Hot Rims Wheel Cleaner + alloy brush
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #3 on: February 13, 2009, 02:29:35 pm »
Quote from: The wheel man on February 13, 2009, 12:29:01 pm
OK so what order do i use my stuff in???  Ive got in my bag of tricks:

AG Body shampoo & conditioner
AG Ultra Deep Shine
AG Paint Renovator
AG Extra Gloss Protection
Megs High Tech Yello Wax (number 26 if this means anything)

Ive got the rest of the day so any help is appreciated!!   Also, im not a complete obsesive but do like a clear car, any recomendations on what else i should have / replace is welcome!  :happy2:

Awesome!!  Thanks.....pics will follow later (hopefully)
Ben
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #4 on: February 13, 2009, 11:28:15 pm »
Quote from: The wheel man on February 13, 2009, 02:29:35 pm
Quote from: The wheel man on February 13, 2009, 12:29:01 pm
OK so what order do i use my stuff in???  Ive got in my bag of tricks:

AG Body shampoo & conditioner
AG Ultra Deep Shine
AG Paint Renovator
AG Extra Gloss Protection
Megs High Tech Yello Wax (number 26 if this means anything)

Ive got the rest of the day so any help is appreciated!!   Also, im not a complete obsesive but do like a clear car, any recomendations on what else i should have / replace is welcome!  :happy2:

Awesome!!  Thanks.....pics will follow later (hopefully)
Ben


Well?  :party:
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #5 on: February 13, 2009, 11:31:09 pm »
He's still out there  :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #6 on: February 14, 2009, 11:11:59 am »
Quote from: WhiteGTI on February 13, 2009, 11:31:09 pm
He's still out there  :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:

 :grin:  Not far off it..... 4 hrs and diddnt get to do the inside :sad:  Anyway, just waiting to the pics to be loaded up  :party:

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Re: Amature help
« Reply #7 on: February 14, 2009, 11:28:40 am »
Eventualy some shots..........  Proof if it were needed that Black it the fastest / bestest colour





Some Flake shots




Thanks for the help guys..... Clay bar, wash mitt & extra an bucket will be purchased in the near future  :happy2: (I currently wash with 1 bucket and a sponge  :ashamed:)
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #8 on: February 14, 2009, 11:36:50 am »
Looks stunning Ben! The flake on Diamond Black is so nice, and I very nearly bought a black one after seeing one in the flesh in the sun!

Can't help but notice that the APR is sitting a bit low, I know mine has caused a bit of grievance with regard to loosening clamps, may be worth a check? It just seemed to work loose slowly, but was still very tight when I touched it.
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #9 on: February 14, 2009, 12:49:22 pm »
Quote from: WhiteGTI on February 14, 2009, 11:36:50 am
Looks stunning Ben! The flake on Diamond Black is so nice, and I very nearly bought a black one after seeing one in the flesh in the sun!

Can't help but notice that the APR is sitting a bit low, I know mine has caused a bit of grievance with regard to loosening clamps, may be worth a check? It just seemed to work loose slowly, but was still very tight when I touched it.

Yea definatly sitting low, i fitted it in a hurry and havent had a chance to adjust the height...  From having a second look, do i need an extra bracket near the bax box??
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #10 on: February 14, 2009, 12:58:45 pm »
Oh wow! Credit to you for fitting it! I wouldn't have a clue.

No idea about a bracket near the backbox, i can take a photo of mine for you if you wish?

Does this help?



On the left (out of the photo) there is a rubber mount thing holding it as well..

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Re: Amature help
« Reply #11 on: February 14, 2009, 06:50:27 pm »
Much better Ben  :happy2:

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Re: Amature help
« Reply #12 on: February 15, 2009, 10:02:01 am »
Quote from: WhiteGTI on February 14, 2009, 12:58:45 pm
Oh wow! Credit to you for fitting it! I wouldn't have a clue.

No idea about a bracket near the backbox, i can take a photo of mine for you if you wish?

Does this help?



On the left (out of the photo) there is a rubber mount thing holding it as well..



Hmmmm, that doesnt sound familar, from the way that mine sits that is where one should be.........
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #13 on: February 15, 2009, 05:43:05 pm »
Ok I will take a photo tomorrow morning and post it up on here  :smiley:
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Re: Amature help
« Reply #14 on: February 15, 2009, 07:21:30 pm »
Top stuff, Thanks  :happy2:
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