tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54348207164359320272024-03-23T23:52:25.708+08:00Car Porch DetailerBlog on car care methods sharing and products reviews.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-81637500661456107902019-03-02T23:49:00.000+08:002019-03-02T23:49:52.281+08:00An Odd Ball Tyre Shine - Daiso Tyre ShineThis product really caught me surprise. I was loitering inside a Daiso outlet one weekend and suddenly saw this product on the top of a shelf. Picked one up and read the label to see what is this product actually all about. It is a tyre (tire) shine. It seems decently packaged and specified. Oh, by the way it is made in Korea. Having tested several car care products from Korea, I decided to give it a try. There is really nothing to lose here especially with the super affordable price.<br />
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From the label, it seems that this product is silicone based.<br />
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If you are interested to pick one up, you better be quick. As we all know, certain products from Daiso are like on-off products or a one-time deal. Once they are sold out, they will never be re-stocked. If we are lucky.<br />
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So, how does this super affordable product score? Time to test out on a just washed wheel.<br />
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The sprayed out liquid is watery and whitish. Once on the rubber, there is some shine to it. Not extremely shinny with that super oily look but just a nice sheen. Just the way I like it.<br />
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I am not sure about durability though but for the price, I do not think it would be bad.<br />
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That's it for this post.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-55764608053606457032019-02-03T16:11:00.000+08:002019-02-03T16:11:12.499+08:00My Take on Ultima Paint Guard Plus & Single Step Finish with Meguiar's Ultimate Compound.<h3>
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New Formula Ultima Paint Guard Plus</span></h3>
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This is a product I longed to try when I first heard of it. However it is next to impossible to get this product in Malaysia. Sure, I could find some on Amazon but all of the sellers do not ship here. I know I could use some of the proxy buying services here but I am not very comfortable with the service yet. So when my wife traveled to the US last year, this had to be my to buy list.<br />
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Lo and behold, this is the product. If I am not mistaken, this is supposed to be a newer formula and it is water-based. I think the old one could be oil-based. I am not really very sure because this is the only version I have.<br />
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Here is the back label.<br />
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The bottle that I have comes with a microfiber applicator pad. I think its a sponge wrapped with microfiber on the outside.<br />
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I have read many great reviews about this product but that was for the old formula. So, I am not sure how good this will be.<br />
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Meguiar's Ultimate Compound as a Single Step</span></h3>
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After neglecting my DD for many moons, it was time to give it a full treatment. Done with washing and clay-barring (is that even a term?), I brought out my trusty old <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2016/09/hands-on-review-on-clover-15mm-throw.html" target="_blank">Clover DA</a> and dug out some foam pads. Sadly, my Lake Country green foam pad had been busted. There were some water marks on the top surfaces on my DD but they are not really very bad. I was not planning to use the pink LC pad (heavy polishing). Luckily, I found myself some <a href="http://flexipads.com/products/detailing/detailing-foams/pro-detail/" target="_blank">Flexipads</a> foam pads that I bought and forgot.<br />
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Flexipads is a UK based company selling consumables for power tools from grinder pads to detailing pads (no sponsored content here). If I remember correctly I bought a few pads from their PRO-Detail line up test but ended up forgetting about them. I have their medium heavy cutting pad (orange), heavy polishing pad (green), and light polishing pad (white).<br />
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For this round of detailing I chose the green heavy polishing pad. I think this is similar to Lake Country's white foam that can be used for light compounding to polishing. Think of it this way, Flexipads' white is Lake Country's green and Flexipads' green is Lake Country's white.<br />
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Armed with my Clover DA and a new pad, I compounded the car with Meguiar's Ultimate Compound (UC) with just a single step. I did not go another round with the Ultimate Polish because the combo finished off pretty good. Since my car is silver in colour, it does not really need another fine polishing to make the shine looks deeper. There is totally no hazing and no noticeable fine swirls. The great thing about UC is that it has enough cutting power but can still finish off very fine with its "exclusive micro-abrasive technology". It could really be used as a one step product (speaking with my experience on light coloured cars).<br />
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Application of UPGP</span></h3>
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After compounding, I went ahead to wipe down the entire car with diluted IPA (~25%). I have a bottle of IPA that is marked to be 99.7%. In approximation, I added 1 part IPA and 3 part water to achieve my 25% dilution ratio. The IPA wipe down is needed; in my opinion; because the new Ultima Paint Guard Plus is water-based and UC is oil-based. Oil and water do not mix. In order to ensure proper "bonding" of UPGP, I needed to remove any traces of oil.<br />
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The above picture shows my diluted IPA in a fancy barber's bottle.<br />
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Application of UPGP was really super easy. I followed the instruction of 2 sprays on the applicator per panel. Application was effortless but I was a little skeptical. It felt as though I was applying nothing on to the surface.<br />
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After completed the entire car including the side and rear glass panels, I had only use very little of the product.<br />
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I think the product was fill to the brim before using and after coating my entire car, I could see that only a very minute amount was used. Maybe this is one of the most economical product yet. Looking at price wise, it could be a little intimidating at US$40 for 12oz. However, when looking at the amount used, maybe it is not that pricey after all.<br />
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Here are some results.<br />
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Overall, I am very impressed with the results. For something that is wipe on walk away, it is really very good. The surface feels super slick as with my other traditional sealants like <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax</a>.<br />
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Being still a little skeptical after "feeling" the result, I applied another layer after 3 hours as a just-in-case measure.<br />
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The UPGP is certainly the easiest to apply among all my sealants. No buffing required. No waiting for the sealant to haze up. Super fast and super easy. I love it.<br />
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<span style="color: yellow;">Wash Time</span></h3>
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After about 3 weeks (yup longer than usual), I decided to wash the car. The GIF below shows the water "sheeting" behaviour during the first hose down (i.e. before shampoo). Dirt, dust, bird poo, and lizard poo seemed to wash out better in the initial hose down.</div>
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After washing, the behaviour remains.<br />
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Here is a shot of the water behaviour after the final rinse.<br />
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Happy detailing.<br />
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See what I found below. Okay, just ignore my wrong hand writing. It should be Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax.<br />
The pad just crumbled when I held it.<br />
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The rear side that did not come into direct contact with the Ultimate Paste Wax seems to fare better.<br />
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The other pads that were kept in the same box are still in good condition.<br />
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The pad for Finish Kare has some discolouration but still feels good and soft.<br />
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The Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection applicator pad has the least discolouration and the pad for Fusso is still in good condition.<br />
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All the pads were brand new when they were used for the test to ensure an unbiased result. After the test, I chucked them away and forgot about them. Too much junk, haha.<br />
I am not sure if this is pure coincidence or are the chemicals in Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax a little harsh to applicator pads.<br />
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If you have any experience regarding this, please share them.<br />
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That's it for this post.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-69785811070837346362019-01-04T15:20:00.000+08:002019-01-11T15:40:24.891+08:00The New Turle Wax Wheel Cleaner ReviewAfter I did a comparison on various wheel cleaners a while back (<a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2016/05/wheel-cleaners.html" target="_blank">see here</a>), the Turtle Wax F21 wheel cleaner has been my go-to wheel cleaner for a long time. However it is almost impossible to find nowadays. I recently found a supposedly newer version of my favourite wheel cleaner.<br />
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It is just named as Turtle Wax Wheel & Tire Cleaner. There is a label on it that states "New! Power Foam". I was very excited to test this out to see if it lives up to the previous F21 performance.<br />
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This is the back label of the bottle. The new bottle has a shade of florescent green rather than a lighter green compared to F21. Super bright!<br />
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As usual, before I start I would normally check the pH of the cleaner as I did with all other cleaners.<br />
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Disappointingly, the pH shot up all the way the way to pH14. That is extremely basic (high alkalinity). F21 only has a pH9.<br />
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I guess they wanted to up the cleaning power but if I remember correctly the cleaning power of F21 was rather good. I would caution the use of this new wheel cleaner. Anything on the extreme sides on the pH scale is not very good. I would recommend testing on small inconspicuous area before going all the way.<br />
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This is how it looks after spraying on. I must say that it is very foamy and cleaning ability seems very good. I could see the brake dust lifting off from the wheel even before brushing.<br />
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I gave the wheel a good brush and sprayed it with clean water. Based on my observation, I had to run the water longer to get rid of all traces of "soapy water" as compared to F21. I guess that is one of the side effects of having extreme alkalinity. The wheel did look very clean afterwards. No picture here though.<br />
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So, let's sum this up. The performance of this new wheel cleaner is very good, maybe even better than F21. In terms of performance, it is indeed an improvement over F21. However, in my opinion the high alkalinity makes it more harmful - to health, environment, and maybe your car. Would I recommend this? Maybe no unless you are pretty sure you will take all precautionary measures.<br />
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That's it for this post.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-32830832925393109792018-11-28T22:06:00.001+08:002018-11-30T14:20:09.366+08:00Quick Review: Waxco Hi-Tech Water WaxIt has been a while since I last did a review for spray waxes. Most of the products I tested so far are from overseas - USA, UK & Japan. And boy, they are expensive stuffs due to the currency exchange. So, I thought that I could skimp a little and buy something more affordable to test.<br />
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Waxco is a local brand that has many products. They have a few products in the hardware DIY line that I use regularly but this is not our topic of discussion here. In recent years, they have released a few products for car care - from shampoo to polish. I never really thought of trying their product because they do not have any history or rich legacy in car care product. Then again, legacies are not built in one day. So, I decided to try one of their products for car care. Something wallet friendly and easy to test with almost immediate result. Their spray wax or what they call the Water Wax.<br />
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Well, it is packaged in a bright orange-red bottle. Very eye-catching but there is one thing that is a little unappealing in my opinion. All the labels on all the bottles on the shelf do not stick well and all seem to be peeling off on their own. See the top right corner of the label. This was the best I selected from the shelf. This gives a sense of a poor quality product. It shows the lack of attention to detail and it seems to me that Waxco simply slap on a cheap label just to sell their product.</div>
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Well, the back label shows the instructions. Nothing too bombastic here. And yup self-peeling label and a QC passed sticker.<br />
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After giving my wife's daily drive a good wash and thorough drying, it was time for the show to begin.<br />
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Squirt! A purplish or pinkish liquid came out. The liquid has some viscousness and is not very watery. The viscousness did give me some sense of confidence that this product would be good.<br />
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After spraying and wiping off the entire car, the surface did not feel slick when I ran my fingers on it. Comparing to other products like <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2016/09/quick-review-autoglym-professional.html" target="_blank">Autoglym Professional Express Wax</a> or Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Wax (see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">Spray Wax</a>), they always feel slick. Not a good sign. And yeah, the whole body did not sparkle (tongue and cheek).<br />
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Well, after spray waxing the car it rained the next day. In fact, in rained for the entire day. Checking the water droplets on the car surface, there was no beading and there was no apparent improvement in water sheeting (Sorry no picture here. I guess you'd just have to take my word for it). It seems to me that there was nothing added on to the surface.<br />
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What a disappointment. The viscous liquid really did give me some confidence that this product would work; at least to a certain degree; but sadly nothing. Well, purely looking at the price of this product, I could not say much about it as it is about half the price of Turtle Wax Express Shine. For that, I would say save on something else (eat a meal less :D) and buy a decent reputable spray wax. The money saved is not worth the effort wasted.<br />
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That's it for this post.<br />
As usual, the above are only my personal opinions from my personal experience.<br />
Happy detailing.<br />
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<span style="color: orange;">Optimum Power Clean</span></h3>
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I used to buy the small bottle that comes with the sprayer. I decided to get a gallon of it recently. Optimum products are easily available in Malaysia through their authorized distributor <a href="http://www.detailien.com/" target="_blank">Detalien</a>. They even have a dealer in Penang. And if you are not familiar with the brand, you are missing a lot. Check out their site at <a href="https://optimumcarcare.com/" target="_blank">Optimum Polymer Technologies</a>. I have quite a few of their products (ONR, ONRW, Opti-Clean, Opti-Bond, OPC) and boy they are great.<br />
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Here, if you were to get the small bottle that comes with the sprayer head, you could only get the repacked version by Detailien known as Alien Clean. There might be some slight variation on the bottles on different batches but they come in 500ml.<br />
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If you go for the gallon pack, it would most likely be in its original packing. See below.<br />
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For general wheel cleaning, I follow a 10:1 (10 part water, 1 part product) dilution rather than the recommended 3:1 and it does a pretty good job cleaner the wheels and tires. I would say they cleaning ability is better than <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/07/quick-review-chemical-guys-diablo-gel.html" target="_blank">Chemical Guys Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner</a>. For heavier soiling, a higher strength could be use but care should be taken not to get them on the brake calipers (especially untreated brake calipers on Japanese cars). It would tends to "dull" the calipers. It is also important to rinse off before it dries.<br />
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Though not as bad as this, it might hurt the brake calipers. Treated (painted/ coated) calipers should be safe.<br />
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OPC is not pH neutral. At 10:1, it has a pH of about 9. This is actually on par with some other OTS wheel cleaners that I tested previously. See <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.com/2016/05/wheel-cleaners.html" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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The beauty of OPC is that it is an all-purpose cleaner. Besides using it to clean wheels, it can be used on any surface with a very mild dilution. It can be use for interior surfaces too. See my interior care post <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/complete-interior-care.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Buy one gallon and you can use it for anything, even household items. And the dilution ratio could be adjusted too. Great, right?<br />
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Hold on, I have something even better.<br />
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<span style="color: orange;">Simple Green All Purpose Cleaner</span></h3>
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There are two versions of Simple Green APC, concentrated and ready to use (RTU). This can be easily found in Ace Hardware or Lazada. <br />
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What I got here is their old packing (maybe?). From their website, I could not find this kind of packing anymore.<br />
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Simple Green has a long history in industrial and household cleaning solutions. Their all purpose cleaner is marketed as being environmental friendly, non-toxic, and biodegradable. They openly post their products safety data sheets on their website. Not many manufacturer would do that. If you are interested you could read the <a href="http://simplegreen.com/downloads/SDS_EN-US_SimpleGreenAllPurposeCleaner.pdf" target="_blank">safety data sheet</a> for Simple Green APC.<br />
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Simple Green APC is by far the one of the most economical when it comes to dilution ratio. 1:10 (1 part product, 10 part water) for heavy cleaning and 1:30 for light cleaning. I personally use 1:30 for all my household cleaning from kitchen to glass to literary any hard surface on my furnitures.<br />
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I never used it for wheel cleaning before but I experimented and am really satisfy with the results. Cleaning ability very good for 1:10 dilution. It is also better than <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/07/quick-review-chemical-guys-diablo-gel.html" target="_blank">Chemical Guys Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner</a>. The same precautions of using OPC (or any other strong cleaner or degreaser) apply. Test on small surface first, rinse off before dry, avoid full strength on untested surfaces, yada, yada.<br />
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Though this stuff is not pH neutral. From what I tested, it is around pH9 with a 1:10 dilution. This is less harsher than OPC.<br />
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So there you have it, my non-specific wheel cleaners.<br />
As with any strong cleaning solution, care should be taken to protect yourself. Wear gloves. Do not inhale. You know the deal. Test on small inconspicuous area first. Use at you own risk. If you feel unsafe, just stick to specific wheel cleaners. I do not endorsed or get paid for any of these products. These are just my personal opinion.<br />
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That's it.<br />
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<br />GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-37973315541165822642018-05-25T22:54:00.000+08:002018-05-25T23:00:18.449+08:00Quick Review of Soft99 Kiwami Extra Gloss ShampooEver since I tried the Soft99 Fusso 12 Month Wax (<a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">see here</a>), I am very impressed with its water beading capability. Though high water beading does not always mean better protection as discussed <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/05/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">here</a> but it surely gives the "wow" effect. So, when I saw a discounted Soft99 Kiwami Extra Gloss Shampoo on sale, I just couldn't resist to test it out.<br />
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There are several variants of this shampoo but I am really not sure about the differences. Since my main car is silver, I went for the silver shampoo. The other 2 variants are white and black. See <a href="http://www.soft99.co.jp/english/products/carcare/shampoo/kiwami_shampoo.html?pid=04290" target="_blank">Soft99</a> website for details.<br />
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Well, the bottle that I bought came bundled with a wash sponge. Yup, the dreaded wash sponge. I am not going to go into the debate of wash sponge here but it is something that I never use.<br />
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So I left the sponge unopened.<br />
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Yup, everything is in Japanese.<br />
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So I had to go to Soft99 <a href="http://www.soft99.co.jp/english/products/carcare/shampoo/kiwami_shampoo.html?pid=04290" target="_blank">website</a> and read the English version. I am quoting the instruction word for word below.<br />
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"<i>1. Rinse off dirt or dust in car wash.<br />2. Put shampoo directly with soaked sponge, make the bubble well. If the bubble get weaken or difficultly remove dirt area, put the liquid more.<br />3. Rinse off with water until the bubble is disappeared.<br />4. Wipe off water with towel or absorbant cloth.<br />* In case of unevenness occured, wipe off with wrung towel or dry towel.</i>"<br />
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Apart from the Japan-glish, all seems good.<br />
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Wait! What?!<br />
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Pour directly on the sponge? Err... ???<br />
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So it seems to be like applying body shampoo when I am taking my shower?<br />
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Okay, this really freaks me out a little. I ended up not following the instructions because of 2 reasons. First, I don't use wash sponge. I don't like the idea of using a sponge. Second, if I were to pour the shampoo on the sponge for each panel, I am afraid I might finish up the entire bottle in single wash like what I did with the <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/02/fireball-premium-easy-coat-review.html" target="_blank">Fireball Premium Easy Coat</a>. So, I improvised. I pour out the shampoo and used a 2 bucket wash method. As for the dilution, I just followed <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/07/my-car-wash-shampoo.html" target="_blank">Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash</a>.<br />
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Doing so resulted in a car wash that has zero suds. Think of it like <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/07/my-car-wash-shampoo.html" target="_blank">Autoglym Bodywork Shampoo Conditioner</a> (if you are familiar), divide it by 100 for suds.<br />
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This is how the car looks like after wiping it with the wash mitt filled with the car wash.<br />
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Although there is no suds, the wash mitt did feel "lubricated" when gliding over the surface. The lack of suds does not make it less effective as a car shampoo. In fact, the cleaning ability seems good. This is the condition of the second bucket after washing.<br />
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Well, putting the steps and instructions all aside, the end result is pretty amazing for a shampoo that I did not use according to the manufacturer recommendation.<br />
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After hosing down the car, I noticed that there is a high amount of water beading all over the car. I have not gave my car a full wax since months ago. All I did was regular wash and <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/search/label/spray%20wax" target="_blank">spray wax</a>. And because I was a little busy recently, the last time I wash was about a month ago. So I don't think the beading is due to the previous spray wax. This Kiwami shampoo really made the water bead. Great job Soft99.<br />
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Anyway, after wiping the car dry, I followed with my regular spray wax routine as I do not feel that the surface is slick and I just wanted some protection as high beading might cause water mark. This is evident in the Soft99 Fusso 12 Month Wax <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/07/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">comparison test</a>.<br />
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Alright for the conclusion. Would I recommended this? Yes and no. Yes, if you are okay with wash sponge and zero suds and looking into high beading. No for the opposite :P<br />
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So, that's all for this post. As always, the above is just my opinion.<br />
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<br />GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-15823026331914936352017-12-14T16:16:00.002+08:002017-12-19T11:14:31.522+08:00A Quick Review of Glaco Glass Refresh and Glaco Roll-on CoatingI have been wanting to do this write up for a very long time but things would not always go as planned. So this is my quick review and opinion on Glaco Glass Refresh and Glaco Roll-on Coating.<br />
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Glass Refresh is a glass polish that is claimed to be able to remove not only dirt but watermarks. It came packaged with an applicator. The content inside the bottle is a white milky liquid.<br />
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So after giving the car a wash, I did snapped some before pictures of the windscreen.<br />
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As can be seen, there are some heavy watermarks.<br />
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I used to applicator to apply the milky liquid evenly with some force. I did left to right then top to bottom to make sure I covered the windshield evenly.<br />
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After a while, the liquid dried up to a powdery like form. Once fully done, I rinsed off the whitish stuff and immediately I noticed a difference in the water behaviour. The way the water flows off the windshield showed that there is totally nothing on the glass - no hydrophobic effect at all. The water just fully "wetted" the windshield.<br />
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Now this is a very clean glass. But this will not be ideal for driving. Visibility will be poor when raining.<br />
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This is where the coating comes in. After drying the windshield, I forgot to do the most important step - <b>to take an after picture!</b> Yes, sorry folks, there is no after picture. But trust me, most of the heavy watermarks are removed. I believe applying a second round would remove those stubborn ones.<br />
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So, after drying, I applied the roll-on coating. It is stated that the surface has to be very dry when applying. After applying, I let it fully cure (dry). It became hazy when dried up. Then, I buffed off with a dry microfiber towel. As per instruction in their <a href="http://soft99.com.au/soft99-glaco-mirror-glass-coating-ultra" target="_blank">website</a>, I let it cure for more than 12 hours. So no more after behavior picture too :(.<br />
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After drying, I did not forcefully test it with water but when it rains, the water for forms droplets like any treated glass. Much like RainX. However, the coating will cause the wipers to be a little juddery but not like disco style. Still barely acceptable.<br />
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So there you have it guys. A short review.<br />
Thanks for ready and happy detailing.<br />
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<br />GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-67345704493790353102017-08-28T09:59:00.000+08:002017-08-28T09:59:54.641+08:00Detailing the DetailsDetails like emblems, logos, model numbers, key holes are hard to care for. Those areas tend to be neglected when washing. They become a pain in the b*tt when polishing and waxing as the polish or wax would get "trapped" in between them. After prolong time, they become caked up with polish and wax residues combined with all the road grime and dirt. Soon they would become an eye sore on your nicely detailed shinny ride.<br />
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In this post, I would share how I normally detail those details. As always, the following methods are what I normally practice. They are just my personal preference. The methods would depends on the level of dirtiness as well as the condition of your ride. I hope this would serve as a reference. Know your ride and find out what is the best method that suits you and your ride.<br />
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The general idea is to detail these areas while washing the car. Take advantage of the suds generated in your car wash bucket. The tool to use would be a soft bristle brush. It could be anything from a detailing brush to a paint brush or a dusting brush. If you feel that the paint on your ride is hard enough a soft bristle toothbrush might even work. Just test on a small area to make sure that it would not mar the paint. <span style="color: red;">Just don't use toothpaste!</span> They are meant for your teeth and not your car. The abrasives in toothpaste might mar and ruin your ride's paint.<br />
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Here I would normally use a detailing brush. This particular one is from Autoglym but any soft detailing brush would work fine. This brush came together with Autoglym wheel cleaner set and it is meant for alloy and painted wheels. I tested on my ride's paint and it seems gentle enough.<br />
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Get a generous amount of car wash on those area. Dip the brush into the wash and then gently brush the area. Brush and agitate gently. Let all the suds lift up the dirt as you are brushing.<br />
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The idea is to use the brush to get into every nook and crevice to brush up all the dirt. The suds from the car wash would help lift them up.<br />
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The same thing could be done on the door handles too especially on the under side.<br />
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Besides using normal cash wash shampoos, no-rinse and <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/05/waterless-car-wash.html" target="_blank">waterless wash</a> could be used too. The lack of suds on waterless wash is compensated by the increased lubricity and dirt encapsulation capabilities. Similar to using normal cash wash, soak the area with plenty of waterless wash and gently clean with a brush.<br />
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If the dirt proves to be too tough to remove, a stronger solution could be used. They could range from a pH neutral wheel cleaner like <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/07/quick-review-chemical-guys-diablo-gel.html" target="_blank">Chemical Guys Diablo</a> or diluted all-purpose-cleaner like Optimum Power Clean (aka Alien Clean).<br />
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Do make sure to wax back those areas after cleaning as they might strip away existing protection.<br />
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There you have it. A quick and effortless method to detail the details.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-56237155384255835922017-07-29T17:58:00.000+08:002017-07-29T18:06:21.488+08:00Synthetic Waxes Durability Test Update: Month 3 (end)It has been slightly more than 3 months and the results are as follows.<br />
Please see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the initial post.<br />
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This was taken on July 29th 2017. <br />
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<tr><td>Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr>
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It seems that the effects of most of the sealants are starting to diminish. However Fusso seems to be still working but I am not impressed.<br />
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True to most of our understanding and suspicion, there are "severe" water marks on the Fusso section. <br />
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As discussed in earlier <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/05/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">post</a>:<br />
"The general idea of a hydrophobic surface is that dirty liquid will not "wet" and smear all over the surface. But if those water droplets are left to stay till dry (hard water and/or with some dirt encapsulated in them), there could potentially be water mark".<br />
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My wife drives to work every weekday and the car is park under the sky at her workplace. If it rains, the rain water plus surface dirt will bead up on the Fusso section. When the rain stops with the sun coming out, the water bead will dry up and whatever that is inside the droplet would be etched onto the car surface.<br />
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So far, I did not see any water mark on other sections. That is why I used the word "severe" earlier. As such, I do not intend to continue this evaluation. As mentioned in the initial post, to have a fair evaluation I skipped using <span id="goog_1204475147"></span>spray wax <span id="goog_1204475148"></span>on this particular test surface. Being a spray wax lover, I believe using spray wax would have minimized the water marks.<br />
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As a general conclusion (based on my personal observations and opinion), most sealants tends to last about 3 months in our Malaysian climate. Fusso might seem to be the strongest contender but the high water beading is also its biggest downfall. It does give the "wow" effect but in terms of protection, other sealants might be doing a better job. I think it is quite conclusive that high water beading might not be a quality one should look for in terms of protection in a tropical climate.<br />
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I strongly believe that using spray wax after every wash would not only prolong the longevity of the sealants but add to another layer of slickness and protection. So get yourself a spray wax and start spraying! Read about spray waxes <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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That's it for this comparison.<br />
I would like to thank those who followed this comparison and provided constructive comments.<br />
Stay tuned for more new posts.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-73975130847439567592017-06-30T14:53:00.004+08:002017-06-30T14:53:33.540+08:00Synthetic Waxes Durability Test Update: Month 2It has been 2 months and the results are as follows.<br />
Please see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the initial post.<br />
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This was taken on June 24th 2017. The Fusso is still holding pretty strong. The difference compared to others is very obvious.<br />
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That's it for this month. Let's hope the sealants can last another month.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-30790742498569819842017-06-03T11:10:00.000+08:002017-06-03T11:10:27.799+08:00Quick Review: Meguiar's Headlight ProtectantI got this protectant quite a while ago. It was on sale and my itchy hand "clicked" it. It was in a sealed condition on my shelf for a very long time until I decided to try it after polishing my wife's daily drive recently.<br />
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To keep things short, I was not impressed.<br />
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First off, when I open the bottle I was greeted by a familiar scent, then a familiar look, then a familiar feel. This things smells, looks, and feels like another product from Meguiar's - Ultimate Protectant.<br />
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From my experience, everything feels exactly the same. Ultimate Protectant is marketed as a product for both interior and exterior. Both of them have UV blockers.<br />
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To satisfy my curiosity, I searched for Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of these 2 products to compare the key ingredients. They can be found here:<br />
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<a href="http://www.finishmaster.com/prod/assets/pbpzidxj8tyrahtvbhi.pdf" target="_blank">Headlight Protectant</a><br />
<a href="http://www.finishmaster.com/prod/assets/gshu8xtse4lz71acstzr.pdf" target="_blank">Ultimate Protectant</a><br />
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The key ingredients for Headlight Protectant are as follow (% by weight):<br />
NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: 60 - 80<br />
POLY(DIMETHYLSILOXANE): 10 - 30<br />
PETROLEUM DISTILLATES: 5 - 10<br />
ACRYLIC POLYMER: 1 - 5<br />
PROCESSED CASTOR OIL: 1 - 5<br />
BIS(1,2,2,6,6-PENTAMETHYL-4-PIPERIDINYL) SEBACATE: 0.1 - 1.0<br />
POLYMERIC BENZOTRIAZOLE DERIVATIVE: 0.1 - 1.0<br />
POLYMERIC BENZOTRIAZOLE: 0.1 - 1.0<br />
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The key ingredients for Ultimate Protectant are as follow (% by weight)<br />
NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: 60 - 80<br />
POLY(DIMETHYLSILOXANE): 10 - 30<br />
PETROLEUM DISTILLATE: 5 - 10<br />
ACRYLIC POLYMER: 1 - 5<br />
PROCESSED CASTOR OIL: 1 - 5<br />
CONDITIONERS: <5<br />
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Although they are not exactly the same, they are very similar. Well, it is not compulsory to declare non-hazardous ingredients in SDS. I could not find out what they are as they are trade secret (in whisper). I have a strong feeling that the non-hazardous ingredients are very similar in both products.<br />
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I am not saying if this is right or wrong. I am saying that this is how marketing works!<br />
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Well since there is no yellowing in my wife's daily drive headlight, this would be more of a protection and prevention.</div>
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I followed the instructions and applied. I used a typical yellow round applicator pad.</div>
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It goes on oily. Then I wiped off with a towel as per instructed. After that, the surface felt "dressed" and oily.</div>
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And the best (worst) thing is that it washed off after a single wash.</div>
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If you just polished your yellowed headlight and looking for something to protect it, go for a proper clear coat instead of this. This is a short term solution and you might have to reapply it after every single wash or worse still after raining.</div>
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If you are looking for something to prevent your headlight from yellowing, skip it too. A proper sealant would do a better job. If you are a fan of <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/search/label/spray%20wax" target="_blank">spray wax</a> (like me), who use spray wax after every wash, spray wax would be much better than this headlight protectant. It is more convenient too. Spray waxing the whole car is fun :p.</div>
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All the above are just my personal opinion.</div>
GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-60491385618353080232017-05-25T10:45:00.000+08:002017-06-30T14:47:17.868+08:00Synthetic Waxes Durability Test Update: Week 5Please see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the initial post.<br />
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This was the behavior of the sealants last weekend (May 20th).<br />
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<tr><td>Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection</td><td>1</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax</td><td>1</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fusso 12 Months Wax</td><td>5</td><td>5</td></tr>
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As can be seen, Fusso 12 Months Wax is still beading water very well after 5 weeks of application with several washes in between using Meguiar's Ultimate Wash & Wax and Gold Class. As for the others, although they are not beading water, they are still sheeting water quite well. Kudos to all manufacturers.<br />
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Again, I want to stress that the above rating is very subjective and not absolute.<br />
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I received some questions about water beading and water sheeting - which is better?<br />
Not a straight forward answer but here is my take on it.<br />
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If water beads up it shows that the surface is hydrophobic (hydro for water and phobia for scared/ disliked) and because of the own surface tension of water, it will not "wet" the surface and beads up. The general idea of a hydrophobic surface is that dirty liquid will not "wet" and smear all over the surface. But if those water droplets are left to stay till dry (hard water and/or with some dirt encapsulated in them), there could potentially be water mark. If the car is moved before the water droplets dry off, then it should be good.<br />
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In my opinion sealants protects the paint by being a sacrificial barrier. They prevent dirt from sticking directly onto the paint. Be it hydrophobic or slick. A slick surface that sheets away water and dirt is as good as a surface that beads water. It is just that a surface that beads water gives a <b>Wow</b> effect. And this is where the marketing gimmick works :)<br />
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I am more into durability than gloss and deep shine. That is why I only have synthetic waxes or sealants but the wowing effect is irresistible. Having my car parked directly under the sky in my office every weekday, maybe it is not such a good idea.<br />
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Opinions? Please share them :)<br />
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That's all for this post. Next post will be on the next month on this durability series.<br />
Happy detailing.
GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-45752428121244687842017-04-30T22:58:00.001+08:002017-05-26T09:03:38.236+08:00Synthetic Waxes Durability Test Update: Week 2Please see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the initial post.<br />
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I did not intend to publish an update so soon but what I saw today struck me by surprise. This made me very eager to share the initial results.<br />
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It was just after 2 weeks since my wife's daily drive had been sealed. Today, I decided to give it a wash. There were a few days of rain and many days of sunshine in between. Since I would not be using any spray wax on the test panel, I decided to go with Meguiar's Ultimate Wash & Wax.<br />
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So without further ado, here is a quick update.<br />
Camera, action!<br />
Play the video in full screen to have a better view. I recommend using YouTube to slow down the playback speed.<br />
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This is just after the car has been rinsed clean.<br />
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Just to refresh your memory, here is what were applied.<br />
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Some close up shots below.<br />
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It seems that most of the sealants do not bead water very well after just 2 weeks in our hot and humid climate except for Fusso 12 Months Wax. However, most of them are sheeting water just fine. In order to help quantify the behavior, I have tabularized them with a scale from 1 to 5 with 5 being the best.<br />
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<tr><td>Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection</td><td>3</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax</td><td>3</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fusso 12 Months Wax</td><td>5</td><td>5</td></tr>
<tr><td>Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax</td><td>1</td><td>3</td></tr>
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Being a first time user of Fusso 12 Months wax, I was really surprised by its hydrophobic properties. Water just would not wet the surface and will just bead up. Looks like we are in for a wonderful ride.<br />
I just wanted to stress that the above rating is very subjective. Again, there is no absolute right or wrong in car detailing.<br />
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So, what do you guys think?<br />
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That's all for this post. Stay tuned for more updates.<br />
Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-23424526603252156672017-04-24T15:23:00.003+08:002017-07-29T18:10:28.687+08:00Synthetic Waxes Durability Test: Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection vs. Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax vs. Fusso 12 Months Wax vs. Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been wanting to do a formal comparison on the durability of these synthetic waxes. I had been using Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection, Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax and Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax for quite some time. Fusso 12 Months Wax is kind of a new addition. I bought it a few months ago but never really used it. Generally, I already have an idea on the durability of these waxes except for the one from Fusso. However; just to be fair; I decided to test all of them on a same test panel on a same car with the same orientation to get an unbiased result.<br />
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I gave my wife's daily drive a full wash, clay, compound, and polish treatment last week. The rear hood was "reserved" as a test panel. This panel was finished off with Meguiar's Ultimate Polish prior to applying the waxes. I did not use an IPA to wipe the panels as all of the waxes are oil based and there is no need for the panel to be stripped of the oils.<br />
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I did not tape up the panel as this is still my wife's daily drive and I do not want any part of the panel to go unprotected. I did not want to surprise my wife with a zebra crossing pattern! However, individual applicator pads are used for each wax. There could be some "cross contamination" so take this with a pinch of salt.<br />
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The plan is to see durability of these waxes. The car will still go through regular washes except that I would not be using any spray wax on this test panel.<br />
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There was some overlapping in the application...<br />
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Fast forward a week (today) it rained when I was about to do some inspection... Haha!<br />
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The car has yet to be washed. It seems that the entire test area is still beading water quite well.<br />
Some closer shots below.<br />
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There entire surface is still slick to the touch. Let see how it will be in another few months time. I will be posting updates from time to time.<br />
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That's it for today.<br />
Happy detailing.<br />
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<span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;"><b>Update:</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/04/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">Week 2 results</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/05/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">Week 5 results</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/06/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">Month 2 results</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2017/07/synthetic-waxes-durability-test-update.html" target="_blank">Month 3 results</a></span>GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-63582808316505233902017-04-02T21:33:00.000+08:002017-05-26T09:04:50.690+08:00Glass CareWater marks on glass could be rather annoying. Since glass is much harder than paint or clear coat on paint for that matter, removing water marks should be easier.<br />
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Regular car shampoo should do a good job in cleaning all the glass in your regular wash. In fact some shampoos have some "wax" that will help windscreen repels rain droplets. However, if there is already water spots or marks on the glass, regular car shampoo might not do the trick. Then it is time to move on to more serious glass cleaners.</div>
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Get a glass cleaner that is meant for automotive. Try to avoid household glass cleaners as some of them might contain ammonia and acid that could be harmful to both your health and your car. Regular household glass gleaner with "colored" liquids could even stain your car.<br />
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What I have in my arsenal is Meguiar's Glass Cleaner and Stoner Invisible Glass. Both of these cleaners are colorless and contain no ammonia and acid. The material safety data sheets could be found <a href="http://www.meguiars.com.au/msds_files/G8224.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://media.lifeandhome.com/media/downloads/7270/41148096_MSDS.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>, These two glass cleaners contain alcohols. Alcohols are common in glass cleaners. They help in removing oil and give fast drying "evaporating" results. So a little bit if caution here. Try not to get them on your car paint as they would strip away wax and and sealant because of the alcohol content. Right, end of chemistry class. </div>
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These two products smell the same. I could not confirm if they are the exact same product but if they are, the Stoner would be a better buy because of the lower price.<br />
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They claimed that they would not create streak marks. However, from my experience, they do streak no matter how many times I wipe with clean towels. The streak marks will become more apparent when the glass are fogged up in cold rainy weather. One other observation besides streak marks is that glass tends to fogged up easily after cleaning with these cleaners. I could not really confirm but it does feel that way.</div>
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Usually places like front and rear windshields tend to have more stubborn water spots due to their angles. If glass cleaners do not remove the water spots, then it is time to bring out the big guns - compounds and polishes.</div>
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As usual, before any compounding it is wise to clay the surface. I follow the same routine for glass as well. I just do not want any contaminants to "clog up" my polishing pads. As I mentioned earlier, glass is much harder than paint. So we could use a more abrasive cutting pads.</div>
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One could use elbow grease or electric power. I chose electric power. I used my DA. Read about my hands-on with it <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/09/hands-on-review-on-clover-15mm-throw.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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I so happened to have an Autoglym Car Glass Polish lying around.<br />
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<i>"Car Glass Polish is specially formulated to increase visibility through your windscreen for safer driving.</i><br />
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<i>Suitable for use on interior and exterior glass. If your windows are perspex, acrylic or plastic use Fast Glass instead."</i><br />
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As mentioned above, since glass is much harder than paint, I would normally use a microfiber polishing pad rather than my usual go to CCS pads.<br />
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Microfiber pads have thinner foam that would translate to more "polishing" power.<br />
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As usual, the pad needs to be primed (see <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/compounding-polishing-and-waxing.html" target="_blank">here</a> for more info on priming). Then spread the product using a low speed, say speed 2.<br />
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Unlike Meguiar's Ultimate Polish, Autoglym Car Glass Polish does not turn clear after several passes. So, after a few passes, stop and wipe off to inspect.<br />
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NOTE: In is important not to let the product dry up else, it would be very hard to buff off.<br />
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Autoglym Car Glass Polish tends to be very dusty when buffed off. I guess it would be the case as with other glass polishes.<br />
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As for correction power, Autoglym Car Glass Polish is somewhat mild. Very stubborn mark like wiper "curve trail" would not go away. Normal water spots are no problem for it.<br />
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Actually, I do not think we need a special dedicated glass polish to do the job. Any regular car polish or compound could do the job. I guess the latter would be better as it is more aggressive and could get the job done faster.<br />
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I would highly suggest following the steps recommended by Larry from AMMO NYC <a href="https://www.ammonyc.com/detailing/car-glass-cleaning-polishing/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Once polishing is done, follow-up with an IPA (isopropyl alcohol) wipe. I diluted my 99.7% IPA in a 1 to 1 ratio with water. One could seal up the glass with any coating after that. However, I prefer not to put anything on my front windshield in fear that it would affect my wipers performance and fear of smearing. It is just personal preference.<br />
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As usual, the above are just my opinions. Choose a method that might work for you and happy detailing.</div>
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GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com4Penang, Malaysia5.4163459 100.332761699999994.9104559 99.687314699999988 5.9222358999999996 100.9782087tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-27007348752502108852017-02-25T15:19:00.001+08:002017-05-26T09:07:14.116+08:00Fireball Premium Easy Coat Review - Laziness with a great cost<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was eager to try this out after reading many praises on various forums. Before I got this, I thought that it could be something similar to CarPro Reload but when I finally got it, I found out that the application method is very different. In fact it is way too easy. This is a plus point for lazy people (oops, busy people). I am a big fan of <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">spray wax</a>. This is literary high-speed spray wax.<br />
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<i>"Fireball's Premium Easy Coat has to be the easiest way to apply a Superhydrophobic coating to ANY surface.</i></div>
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<i>Simply spray unto a wet surface, leave up to 30 seconds (no longer!) and blast off with water - it's that easy.</i></div>
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<i>Premium Easy Coat can be used on all surfaces and not just paint, plastic trim and even your home windows</i></div>
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<i>High quality nano technology coating comparable to similar higher priced Gyeon coatings.</i></div>
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So, nothing was mentioned about the active ingredients but from the application method it seems to be some kind of SiO2 coating that might be similar to <a href="http://permanonfinishes.com/car-truck.htm" target="_blank">Permanon</a>. I could be wrong.</div>
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This so-called coating came in a 500ml bottle with a spray trigger provided separately. This is good packaging method for mail order which I did as there would be less chance of spillage during delivery. It cost me about RM70 including postage.</div>
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Applying the product is very easy. Wash the car, rinse, and apply on when wet.</div>
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Unlike normal spray wax where 2-3 sprays per panel would suffice as it would be spread by a towel, I had to do multiple sprays per panel to ensure even coverage. And since it was so easy to spray, I might have overdid it. I am not sure if it would work if I use a towel to "spread" it after spraying.<br />
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Avoid spraying this on the front windscreen. This caused my wipers to judder like it is a disco party every time I turn them on. I am using PIAA Aero Vogue silicone wiper. Yup those so called high end ones :-p that should not judder. I had to polish to windscreen to stop the juddering.</div>
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There is another major issue about this product that I could not really confirm it. After a week of washing, I noticed that there are dark stains on the top-facing surfaces and "bleeding marks" on the side surfaces. There is one day of heavy rain during that week and I was caught in it while on the road.<br />
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See below for the "bleeding marks". The marks are more obvious through the naked eyes than through the camera.<br />
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I tried washing the car with my favorite <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/05/waterless-car-wash.html" target="_blank">waterless wash</a> but the stains just would not wash off. I had to use a conventional wash to remove those stains. Luckily no polishing was needed. Phew! I am not sure if this is an isolated case but I do not see this issue when using normal spray wax.<br />
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Also, I have seen some discussions about how coated cars tend to get worse watermarks compared to non-coated cars. If you are interested, see this well-written post on Wetshine <a href="https://wetshine.net/2011/06/09/mega-coating-test-application/" target="_blank">here</a>. It is a pity the author stopped writing before posting the results but if you scroll through the comments, the author replied that:<br />
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<i>"Short update. More watermarks on coating than collinite wax. Will most likely conclude that coatings are not suitable for malaysian weather. It is not because they do not last but the fact that it is more prone to waaterspot etchings defeats their selling point of being ‘best paint protection system in the market today’."</i><br />
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Anyhow this is inconclusive. I am not sure if I would be doing any more test on this product but if I do, I will update this post.<br />
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GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-30123552254141506802017-01-20T22:07:00.001+08:002017-05-26T09:05:26.188+08:00Steam Cleaning Leather SeatsFrom my earlier post about <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/complete-interior-care.html" target="_blank">interior care</a>, I shared how I usually clean leather seats. There is another way of cleaning leather seat. That is using steam. If the leather in your car is extremely delicate like in older cars, this could be a less aggressive method as no chemical or detergent is needed to clean the leather.<br />
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Steam is actually the gaseous state of water or H2O. Ice is solid and water is liquid. In simple terms, steam is very hot water. As we all know hot water has lower surface tension that allows it "mix" with oil and grease. When mixed it is able to "carry" them away when washing. This might not be a very good scientific explanation but I hope I could get the point across. It is just like washing greasy dishes with hot water eases the washing. In fact, adding soap to water also lowers the surface tension. However newer detergents have other chemicals that help the cleaning process even better. Of course some harsh detergents could damage the surface that we are cleaning. If you feel that chemical based cleaners could harm your leather you could try steaming them.<br />
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To start off, we would need something that could give us steam. No, boiling kettle won't do.<br />
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Yes something like the one shown above. However, if you feel that this a little too bulky, you could use a compact steam cleaner like the picture below.<br />
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Each of these has their pros and cons. The multipurpose steam cleaner, although bulky could generate dryer steam. When these steam cleaners generate steam, the steam that shoots out is not 100% steam (4 steam word in a sentence). There are some water droplets within them. Dryer steam has less water droplets compared to wet steam. So, steamed surface will not be "that" wet and will dry faster. I hope that make sense. Garment steamer is likely less powerful and might take a longer time to get the job done compared to those actual steam cleaners. On a steam cleaner, there is a pump that "shoots" the steam out but on a garment steamer, steam is released naturally. <br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">STOP!</span></b> The leather seats should be thoroughly vacuumed before steam cleaning. Yes, see my earlier <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/complete-interior-care.html" target="_blank">post</a><span style="color: red;"></span><b></b>.<br />
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Since I am cleaning leather, wet steam should be fine. So, I went with the compact steam cleaner. If I were to clean fabric upholstery, dry steam should be more proper to prevent over-wetting. <br />
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With the steam cleaner turned on and with the proper cleaner "head" attached, move the head in a straight line to clean a small section. Then quickly use a microfiber towel to wipe off the wet surface, lifting away dirt and grime that are "floated out" by the steam. Try not to let the surface dry before wiping off. The idea is to lift away dirt that is suspended on the hot wet surface. Do the same, section by section on the entire seat.<br />
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The microfiber towel should pick up all the dirt.<br />
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The picture below shows half a seat that has been cleaned.<br />
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See the difference. The body oil, sweat, grease has been lifted off.<br />
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Continue with the back rest and the entire seat and then on all other seats.<br />
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A cleaned leather should look matt and feel soft.<br />
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Once all the surfaces are cleaned and dry, protect them with leather care products. See my earlier post on complete interior care <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/complete-interior-care.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Look at how dirty the cleaner head is after finishing all the seats. The microfiber attachment is supposed to be white.<br />
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Steam could be use to clean all interior surfaces. Just avoid areas with buttons and electronics components. Steam can also be used to clean engine bay but that is for another post.<br />
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Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-17120437769759298832016-11-21T08:44:00.000+08:002017-05-26T09:05:41.155+08:00Removing Minor Scratches and Improving Scuff MarksFirst of all I apologize for the long hiatus. It has been raining almost every weekend for the past one and the half month. There are a few things that I wanted to work on but were hampered by the poor weather. Let us hope for more sunny skies ahead.<br />
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So, back to the topic. It was about 3 weekends back and I was driving on a rainy night. Out of a sudden, my car hit something and got it lodged underneath. It appeared to be some left-over debris from an earlier road accident, I guess. It looked like a corner piece from a broken bumper with some metal brackets. That debris not only broke my license plate and damaged my front bumper but it was lodged under the front of my car. It was dark and raining and I could not see clearly. Trying to dislodge it caused scratch wounds on my hands as the debris is made from fiberglass. Luckily, a good samaritan helped me to dislodge it. I am very thankful to him. I was lucky enough as there seems to be no serious damaged on the undercarriage.<br />
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After a quick wash, the damage did not look too severe.<br />
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There were some minor scratches and some deep dents. And obviously, the debris was blue in color. I did not noticed a spider making a cameo until I post this entry. Hello there!<br />
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Frankly, the damage is not obvious but unable to wash the blue paint away triggered me to put some effort into it.<br />
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One has to be realistic here. The deep dents would not go away, unless I use some putty and areas where the paint has stripped off could not be "polished" away, unless I use some touch up paint. I do not intend to do that. I just wanted it to look less obvious. So, I decided to grab my bottle of Meguiar's Scratch X 2.0.<br />
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According to Meguiar's, the product is recommended for isolated scratches and blemishes. And it could be worked in by hand. According to Mike Phillips from Autogeek, Scratch X sits below Ultimate Compound in terms of abrasive level. Read more in <a href="http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?30210-Ultimate-Compound-vs-Scratch-X-2-0#hZz27HvEvDaYpUtA.97" target="_blank">Meguiar's Online</a>.<br />
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One might ask, why not use Ultimate Compound? Well my approach is always to start from the least aggressive method. So, with an applicator pad and some generous amount of the product, I worked it in.<br />
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After some muscle power, this is how it looks.<br />
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Not bad at all. Well, as I mentioned earlier, one should have realistic expectation. I do not expect the dents to go away. In fact, I am very impressed on how it turned out. And since this is at the lower lip on the front bumper, it would not look obvious. After using Scratch X, one should seal back the area with either a wax or sealant for protecttion.<br />
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That is it for this post. Comments are welcome.<br />
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<br />GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-91729792111934859572016-10-16T15:14:00.003+08:002017-05-26T09:05:58.140+08:00Cleaning in BetweenI made a few posts about exterior care and also a long post on interior care. I sort of missed out the "in between" surfaces. Yes, they would be door edges and door jambs. These areas would get pretty nasty and they tend to be neglected. So in this post, I would share on how I clean this "twilight zone". Cue music.<br />
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Ideally, cleaning and protecting this area are to be done after every wash rather than a standalone job. There are two ways to clean this area. Rinseless or waterless.<br />
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Dilute the cleaner accordingly in a bucket and use a microfiber towel. Much like wiping our furniture, the idea is to get the microfiber towel damped but not dripping wet. Rinse the towel when it picked up too much dirt. Always wipe from top to bottom.<br />
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Be sure to clean in between the rubber seals. Pinch the seals in between the towel and wipe. Those are some pretty dirty areas that could get neglected.<br />
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"Prime" the towel with the waterless wash product until it is damped. Wipe in similar fashion as above. Rinse or change to another microfiber towel when it is soiled.<br />
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These two methods can also be used to clean car boot jambs and fuel cap cover areas. In fact, they can be used to clean all interface areas and weather seals.<br />
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Once cleaned and dried, I would follow with some dressings on the rubber seals. You can read more about dressings under the interior care post <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/complete-interior-care.html" target="_blank">here</a>. The idea is to protect the rubber seals from premature drying, cracking, and shrinking. These failures would lead to less sound-proofing and in worst case water leakage.</div>
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GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-38232433607509591612016-09-23T21:28:00.000+08:002017-05-26T09:06:16.775+08:00Short Review of Autoglym Super Resin Polish Extra Gloss Protection, 5-month DurabilityThis is going to be just a short <b>informal</b> review.<br />
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Back in April this year, I gave my daily drive a full treatment - wash, clay, polish, and seal. All this was done completely using a full range of Autoglym products.<br />
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I washed the car using Autoglym Bodywork Shampoo conditioner. For its review, please read here. I used the full wash method described <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/full-wash-prep-for-polishing.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Once done washing and claying, I used my trusty old Bosch GEX 125-1AE with a green Lake Country CCS foam to polish the surface. This was done using Autoglym Super Resin Polish. This is an all-one-product. It has mild abrasives for mild correction power and fillers to fill in minor scratches, and some very mild protection.<br />
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There are two main ways to keep a car looking great. The first is to go all out and remove all or almost all of the defects by cutting down the clear coat (as much as going with wet sanding) to remove all (or almost all) of the defects. Most might argue that this is the "correct" way. I agree but to a certain extent. If the paint condition is new and there is some heavy defects, then this is the correct way. </div>
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However, a clear coat on a car surface is only a few microns thick. So that leads to this question: How many times can we compound a car before the clear coat is gone? Well, we could use a paint thickness gage (gauge EN-GB) but would cost a few hundred Ringgit but I have one anyway :-p. My approach again is, if in doubt use the least aggressive methods.</div>
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The application method is the same for a normal car polish. See <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/compounding-polishing-and-waxing.html" target="_blank">here</a> for details. It is a little dusty compared to other polishes like Meguiar's Ultimate Polish.</div>
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I mostly use either this or Dodo Juice Lime Prime (LP) as a pre-wax cleanser. A pre-wax cleanser is used to clean car surfaces before waxing for better bonding. Think of it as a very light polish. So when to use a pre-wax cleanser? Let say my previous wax (or sealant) application was 3-4 months ago and the protection seems to be wearing off and the condition of the surface is still good with no heavy defects, then I would use a pre-wax cleanser to remove the old wax (sealant), dirt, minor defects before rewaxing (resealing) the car again.</div>
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This product is a sealant (or synthetic wax). See <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/compounding-polishing-and-waxing.html" target="_blank">here</a> for comparison. This product has been in the market for quite a long time but it still works well in comparison to newer products. EGP comes in a liquid form. Give it a good shake before applying. As usual, I always apply sealant by hand using an applicator pad. Once applied to the entire car, let it sit for at least half and hour before buffing off. </div>
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Look at the water behavior after a recent downpour (the pictures were taken in early September with the car washed a week ago). That is a 5-month durability in a hot and humid climate and it is still working. Yes, this can be achieved with regular maintenance and by regular maintenance, I mean wash and add additional protection using spray wax after every wash.<br />
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Have you found a durable sealant that you like? If yes, enjoy.<br />
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<br />GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-82097448810533713992016-09-12T16:43:00.000+08:002017-05-26T09:06:36.901+08:00Hands-on Review on Clover 15mm Throw Dual Action PolisherThis is a review of my 15mm dual action polisher. You can read about the unboxing and initial impressions <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/08/my-15mm-throw-dual-action-polisher.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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After much procrastination, I decided to re-seal my daily drive. I used the new DA with the included green pad. It is a medium cutting pad which is ideal for an all in one polish. Before starting, I was dilly-dallying to use either Autoglym Super Resin Polish (SRP) or Dodo Juice Lime Prime. Then, while doing a walk-around, I noticed some very minor scratches on the sides of the car, maybe due to some brushing from twigs. This is what we usually get, parking by the roadsides. To remove and fill those scratches, I went on with SRP that has some fillers in it.<br />
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Straight on, the DA works as it should have with well-controlled vibration. My hands did not feel as numb as with Bosch GEX. Cutting power with the supplied green pad was good. See the condition of the pad after polishing the roof top. This is after washing and claying.<br />
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One thing to note is that this DA is quite loud. It is louder than my old Bosch GEX. I had to use my wireless headphone with active noise cancellation to seal off and cancel off the noise. See that headphone hanging on the top of the chair? That headphone sealed off about 70% of the noise. Do take this with a pinch of salt though as I am not an audio expert. This was merely based on feelings. Luckily my neighbors were not in. Although it is loud, I am guessing it would be the same with other DA's. I read on the Internet that DA's tends to be loud :-p<br />
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Another point to take with this DA is that it tends to get quite hot especially near the top. It could get a little uncomfortable. I should have used the provided handle. I was working with this for about an hour or so (on and off in between wiping panel by panel) and the temperature sort of maintained at the same level as when it first ran in the first 15 minutes. So, not a deal breaker.<br />
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And as with larger throw DA's in general, getting into tight spot is a little difficult compared to smaller throw DA. Here, at the rear bumper, I could only get this to polish near the outer edge. Any closer, the side of the pad would hit the panel. With my old GEX I could get much closer. I had to use hand polish for this area. Luckily I went for the 15mm throw, a 21mm throw would not even go in, I think.<br />
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All in all, this DA works great and is really worth buying. The pads stayed very well throughout the whole polishing. The Velcro is very strong. Comparing this to my old GEX, I could get more work done in shorter time.<br />
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Coming back to my daily drive, I sealed it with Finish Kare Hi-Temp Paste Wax (1000P).<br />
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Happy detailing.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-68453783359280162062016-09-04T14:50:00.001+08:002017-05-26T09:07:03.264+08:00Quick Review: Autoglym Professional Express WaxThis a quick review of Autoglym Professional Express Wax. This is a bulk packing (or professional) version of Autoglym Aqua Wax. 5 liters. Please visit my previous post on spray wax for other <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">spray waxes</a> reviews. I got this for about RM350 from eBay including delivery from the UK. This is a lot more economical than buying the standard packing version that costs around RM170 for 500ml that is sold locally. Check Lelong.com or Lazada to see for yourself. Crazy, right? The standard packing includes two microfiber towels but it is still way too expensive.<br />
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I followed the instructions of spraying the wax on while the car is still wet (with excess water wiped off first). This wax does not behave like other spray waxes that I have used before. It feels grabby when wiped on. I think it is actually a good idea to spray it on a wet surface because of the "grabbiness". This is not a normal wipe on, wipe off product. After drying the car with this product, I could see smearing or streak mark appearing. I was like uh-oh...<br />
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Following the instructions, I then used another dry towel to buff the wax off. Buffing this wax off feels like buffing off a traditional wax. The towel felt grabby. After buffing the wax off, I was like wow! This wax seems to make the car shine more than other spray waxes I have used. The gloss is deep and the shine is excellent. The surface feels ultra slick, almost as slick as a traditional wax. I guess this is the reward for the extra buffing.<br />
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I then left the car outside after dressing the tires, sun-baking the car. The gloss became more pronounce after "curing". However, it started to rain after about 4 hours of application. I drove the car into the car porch and was amazed by the beading. Looking at the previous post <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/09/meguiars-ultimate-paste-wax-poor_73.html" target="_blank">here</a>, the sealant on this car has become quite weak but this Express Wax managed not only to enhance the gloss but to create a good hydrophobic barrier. I am impressed.<br />
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Will I use this after every wash? No, because it takes some effort to buff off. I would continue to use other spray waxes after every wash and maybe use this once a month.<br />
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P/S: I was only planning to post this today but due to a great revelation, I ended up posting this and <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/09/meguiars-ultimate-paste-wax-poor_73.html" target="_blank">another post</a> on the same day.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-30857263953960842212016-09-04T10:15:00.002+08:002017-05-26T09:07:35.787+08:00Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax Poor Performance?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Back in June 2016 ( 3 months back), I corrected and sealed my wife's daily drive using a full suite of Meguiar's products from Ultimate Compound, Ultimate Polish to Ultimate Paste Wax. You can read about it <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/compounding-polishing-and-waxing.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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As I was washing my wife's daily drive this morning, the sun rose earlier, seemingly wanting to reveal something to me :-). Great revelation - a lot of water marks and stains on the car. It was quite bad considering that the car was waxed less than 3 months ago.<br />
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The actual conditions are worse than the pictures. This car followed the <a href="https://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">spray wax</a> after every wash routine, mostly using Meguiar's Gold Class Quik Wax.<br />
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I am not sure why the wax is not doing its job as it is one of the most hyped about waxes/ sealants in the detailing world and it is not cheap.<br />
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Comparing to my own daily drive that was sealed almost 5 months ago, the condition on my wife's daily drive is far worse. My daily drive was sealed using Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection. There are some watermarks and stains on my car but not as bad.<br />
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However, this observation; although with evidence; is still inconclusive. The two different cars could be exposed to different environments. So to be fair, I have planned to tape-up my wife's car into sections and test with the following products and conduct a long term observation test. I actually do not prefer taping up a car because of the adhesive residue and unprotected surfaces under the tape. I guess I will device a slightly better method that does not leave any surface unprotected. I already have an idea... stay tuned. Happy detailing.<br />
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From Japan: Soft99 Fuso Coat</div>
GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5434820716435932027.post-80797537460373704542016-08-27T10:46:00.001+08:002017-05-26T09:07:47.825+08:00My 15mm Throw Dual Action PolisherI got a package from China a few weeks back. It was a 15mm throw dual action polisher (simply referred to as DA) that I bought from AliExpress. A DA is sometimes called random orbital polisher.<br />
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I had been looking around for a decent DA as an upgrade for my current Bosch GEX 125-1-AE workhorse which is a random orbital polisher with a smaller throw. As compared to a few years back, dual action polishers with 220-240V with a 3-pin UK plug are easier to find here nowadays (or could be purchased overseas and sent here). There are several UK sellers on eBay selling DA polishers meeting that voltage specs here. Many of them are selling models based on <a href="http://www.kestrelequipment.co.uk/Kestrel%20Catalogue/catalogue_files/electric_power_tools.pdf" target="_blank">Kestrel</a> DAS-6 with 8mm orbit (I will go into that later) from GBP75-200 including delivery to Malaysia.<br />
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Meguiar's also has something similar to DAS-6; <a href="http://www.meguiars.co.uk/shop/meguiar-s-dual-action-polisher" target="_blank">Meguiar's MT320</a>; with 220V but that costs nearly RM2000! That's way out of my budget. There is also a local company that sells their "own brand" of DA polishers. One model is based on DAS-6 which is also similar to Meguiar's MT320 and Dodo Juice Buff Daddy. Another model is based on the famous <a href="http://rupestool.com/" target="_blank">Rupes</a> Bigfoot LHR15. Simply put, those machines are copies that are made in China and relabeled to the local brand. Price wise, I was quoted about RM900 for the 8mm throw and RM1000+ for the 15mm throw.<br />
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After much comparison I decided to purchase a DAS-6 copy on eBay from a UK seller that is cheaper than anything that I was quoted locally. However, it ran out of stock. I was told to wait for restock. The waiting period prompted me to think, "why not explore China?". I once saw a funny post on Facebook. It goes something like "God made the sky, the land, the sea, and all living beings. China made everything else!". <br />
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It was then that I explored AliExpress. Search results for dual action polisher returned mostly with large throw dual action 21mm and 15mm. Some are even bolder claiming straight forward that they are selling copies of Rupes DA. Well, <a href="http://rupestool.com/" target="_blank">Rupes</a> is a well-known Italian maker of DA's and other tools. They are famed for their large throw DA of 15 and 21mm. After much comparison, I decided to order a 15mm throw DA. It came with both 5" and 6" backing plate (same design as Rupes), some 6" foam pads, a 5" microfiber pad, a side handle, and a set of spare carbon brushes. All for USD155.<br />
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I try not to get too technical here. Please bear with me. Unlike a rotary polisher that on spins on a single rotary axis, a dual action polisher (or sometimes called random orbital polisher) will spin and orbit at the same time. To simplify the explanation let us take a 5" (125mm) pad as an example.<br />
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In the above diagram, the left most circle shows how a 5" (125mm) pad will spin on a single rotary axis. For a DA, apart from spinning on its axis, the pad will also orbit around an 8mm diameter orbit. In the picture second from left, the center of the pad will orbit around the smaller 8mm circle. Here only 4 instances are shown but it actual case, there will be a continuous motion. Do note that the orbiting motion will be random. There will be instances where the pad will be thrown from one end of the orbit to the opposite end. Try to imagine a perpetual spinning top (gasing) spinning inside a tin can. The tin can diameter will be the throw size and the spinning (gasing) will be the pad. The gasing will bounce randomly inside the tin can while spinning. On a DA, the gasing will spin continuously.<br />
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The other 2 pictures on the right show DA's with larger throws - 15mm and 21mm. From here, two obvious benefit can be seen, The orbiting motion will reduce heat build up as the buffing is spread across a larger surface on the paint. This will prevent paint burn-through even if the DA is left in the same spot for a longer time. For rotary, there is always a risk of paint burn-through. The second obvious benefit is a larger throw DA will have more buffing action. A DA with larger throw will cover more area in a single orbit. So a larger throw DA would get the job done faster.<br />
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Another safety feature that DA has over rotary is the free-spinning spindle. With the power turned off, the spindle on a DA is free to rotate. This mechanism will act as a fail safe if too much force is applied when buffing with a DA. With the DA running, if too much force is apply, it will stop spinning and only orbits. This will surely prevent paint burn-through. Of course, there is also another kind of DA known as forced DA that will continue to spin even if heavy force is exerted during buffing. I will leave that out from this post as it is not very common. You can search the Internet for more info.<br />
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Most common DA's come with orbit diameter ranging from 2-8 mm. My Bosch GEX 125-1-AE has a 2.5mm orbit. This 2-8 mm range used to be the standard for many years until Rupes introduced large throw DA. The two famous models from them are the 15mm and 21mm throw. That two models revolutionized DA and more work can be done with less time. That could be the reason why there are now many copies of large throw DA from China.</div>
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So, why did I chose the 15mm over 21mm? Unlike many professionals that have multiple tools, I am just a guy working my own cars under my car porch. That means I can only have one or two tools with a tight budget. I guess 15mm is sort of the middle ground for me. It is better and "newer" than a normal 8mm and way better than my current 2.5mm but still small enough for me to work on smaller areas like head lamps and side mirrors.<br />
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I have yet to try this new DA. One of my rides is due for resealing with a 4 months old sealant. I am planning to work it with a pre-wax cleanser (to remove old sealant and very very mild scratches) with this new DA :-p and reseal it. Well, that might not do justice for the new DA but the conditions of my rides are still good that I do not need any paint cutting or compounding yet. There are two reasons that I am blaming in delaying the resealing. First is the the rainy season (yes, yes, blame it on the weather when I am lazy). Second is that the sealant seems to be still holding strong after 4 month. Using <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/06/spray-wax.html" target="_blank">spray wax</a> after every wash does extend the durability of existing wax or sealant.<br />
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Check out the beading after a heavy downpour. However, if we look closely, there is some very mild watermarks. Since I do not wish to cut the paint, a pre-wax cleanser will do. Something like Autoglym SRP again (with fillers to hide some minor scratches) or Dodo Juice Lime Prime with very mild abrasive.<br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Update: </span></b>Check-out my hands-on on the Clover 15mm throw DA <a href="http://carporchdetailer.blogspot.my/2016/09/hands-on-review-on-clover-15mm-throw.html" target="_blank">here</a>.GF Wonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15495536667989252769noreply@blogger.com19