Dat detailing thread, doe.
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The crazy thing is, mine was coated well over a year ago now, and it still does this. I've hit it with reload twice now (once when I got it back driving and yesterday), and it's still awesome.
The will be the real test because it lives outside. We'll see how long the coating lasts.
Desertbreh wrote: ↑Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:40 pm My guess would be that Chris took some time off because he has read the dialogue on this page 1,345 times and decided to spend some of his free time doing something besides beating a horse to death.
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A Nigerian would slide right off.
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Max proved that's not the case...
Desertbreh wrote: ↑Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:40 pm My guess would be that Chris took some time off because he has read the dialogue on this page 1,345 times and decided to spend some of his free time doing something besides beating a horse to death.
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Oh, true.
Desertbreh wrote: ↑Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:40 pm My guess would be that Chris took some time off because he has read the dialogue on this page 1,345 times and decided to spend some of his free time doing something besides beating a horse to death.
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Yeah I think the reloader is something I need to look into. I used some Adam's paint sealer on the hood of my truck a while back but it was basically like a thicker wax that's supposed to last a few months. It did pretty well for just a simple Miagi wax on/wax off. I need to prime and spot paint a few pieces of my hood before it gets worse... and then I'll cquartz it to seal it in. It's my beater truck so I don't really care (even though the paint is actually in decent shape sans the hood paint in spots).Detroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 3:49 pmThe crazy thing is, mine was coated well over a year ago now, and it still does this. I've hit it with reload twice now (once when I got it back driving and yesterday), and it's still awesome.
The will be the real test because it lives outside. We'll see how long the coating lasts.
I did the rims too, but they don't make cleaning brake dust any easier. I thought I'd be able to rinse it off with just a hose but that just isn't the case. It's definitely easier to clean though, but not a simple point n shoot solution.
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Reload is fantastic. It's similar to a spay wax, but is the same silica whatever that's in the coating. It really freshens up coating. I did try it on the Volt before I coated it, and it worked well, but not as well as it does on a coating base. It's worth doing every so often when the coating looks a bit dull.Acid666 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:16 pmYeah I think the reloader is something I need to look into. I used some Adam's paint sealer on the hood of my truck a while back but it was basically like a thicker wax that's supposed to last a few months. It did pretty well for just a simple Miagi wax on/wax off. I need to prime and spot paint a few pieces of my hood before it gets worse... and then I'll cquartz it to seal it in. It's my beater truck so I don't really care (even though the paint is actually in decent shape sans the hood paint in spots).Detroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 3:49 pm
The crazy thing is, mine was coated well over a year ago now, and it still does this. I've hit it with reload twice now (once when I got it back driving and yesterday), and it's still awesome.
The will be the real test because it lives outside. We'll see how long the coating lasts.
I did the rims too, but they don't make cleaning brake dust any easier. I thought I'd be able to rinse it off with just a hose but that just isn't the case. It's definitely easier to clean though, but not a simple point n shoot solution.
I'm going to coat my wheels when I pull them off in the spring for new tahrs. I'm disappointed that the brake dust doesn't clean with just a hose spay, but I'm sure it's still a bit easier than without it.
Desertbreh wrote: ↑Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:40 pm My guess would be that Chris took some time off because he has read the dialogue on this page 1,345 times and decided to spend some of his free time doing something besides beating a horse to death.
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Detroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:20 pm
Reload is fantastic. It's similar to a spay wax, but is the same silica whatever that's in the coating. It really freshens up coating. I did try it on the Volt before I coated it, and it worked well, but not as well as it does on a coating base. It's worth doing every so often when the coating looks a bit dull.
I'm going to coat my wheels when I pull them off in the spring for new tahrs. I'm disappointed that the brake dust doesn't clean with just a hose spay, but I'm sure it's still a bit easier than without it.
I'm going to go with a different brake pad next time. I think these are StopTechs, and they just magnetize themselves to my Forgestars. The wheels almost get as dirty as the rear end of the car after an afternoon ride. For a body panel it's easy, I just use Adam's detail spray and wipe it down, but getting between the spokes and shit is work.
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This is why I wish I could get cheap+light plain 5-spoke wheels and am even tempted to go ahead and order the TE37's. Fuck having a bunch of little spokes to clean.Acid666 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:29 pmDetroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:20 pm
Reload is fantastic. It's similar to a spay wax, but is the same silica whatever that's in the coating. It really freshens up coating. I did try it on the Volt before I coated it, and it worked well, but not as well as it does on a coating base. It's worth doing every so often when the coating looks a bit dull.
I'm going to coat my wheels when I pull them off in the spring for new tahrs. I'm disappointed that the brake dust doesn't clean with just a hose spay, but I'm sure it's still a bit easier than without it.
I'm going to go with a different brake pad next time. I think these are StopTechs, and they just magnetize themselves to my Forgestars. The wheels almost get as dirty as the rear end of the car after an afternoon ride. For a body panel it's easy, I just use Adam's detail spray and wipe it down, but getting between the spokes and shit is work.
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I've got Stoptechs on mine, and while I love the performance, the dusting is legit terrible.Acid666 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:29 pmDetroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:20 pm
Reload is fantastic. It's similar to a spay wax, but is the same silica whatever that's in the coating. It really freshens up coating. I did try it on the Volt before I coated it, and it worked well, but not as well as it does on a coating base. It's worth doing every so often when the coating looks a bit dull.
I'm going to coat my wheels when I pull them off in the spring for new tahrs. I'm disappointed that the brake dust doesn't clean with just a hose spay, but I'm sure it's still a bit easier than without it.
I'm going to go with a different brake pad next time. I think these are StopTechs, and they just magnetize themselves to my Forgestars. The wheels almost get as dirty as the rear end of the car after an afternoon ride. For a body panel it's easy, I just use Adam's detail spray and wipe it down, but getting between the spokes and shit is work.
Desertbreh wrote: ↑Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:40 pm My guess would be that Chris took some time off because he has read the dialogue on this page 1,345 times and decided to spend some of his free time doing something besides beating a horse to death.
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If you want good braking performance, you 're going to have to wipe off some dust. The 440i doesn't dust at all, but I'd rather have better bite and rinse those ramzDetroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 5:04 pmI've got Stoptechs on mine, and while I love the performance, the dusting is legit terrible.Acid666 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:29 pm
I'm going to go with a different brake pad next time. I think these are StopTechs, and they just magnetize themselves to my Forgestars. The wheels almost get as dirty as the rear end of the car after an afternoon ride. For a body panel it's easy, I just use Adam's detail spray and wipe it down, but getting between the spokes and shit is work.
is why I call them DustTechs... I think I'll go OEM next time considering I don't really Autox or track or anything.Detroit wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 5:04 pmI've got Stoptechs on mine, and while I love the performance, the dusting is legit terrible.Acid666 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 02, 2017 4:29 pm
I'm going to go with a different brake pad next time. I think these are StopTechs, and they just magnetize themselves to my Forgestars. The wheels almost get as dirty as the rear end of the car after an afternoon ride. For a body panel it's easy, I just use Adam's detail spray and wipe it down, but getting between the spokes and shit is work.
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My car came with (then) new ACDelco pads...and they blew. I'm willing to deal with the dust for the performance alone...even on the street, they're so much better.
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Question guys.
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
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You're gonna want a couple of boxes of these, and a black sharpie. https://www.dickblick.com/products/crea ... gLbofD_BwEmax225 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:12 pm Question guys.
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
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Black sharpie?SAWCE wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:19 pmYou're gonna want a couple of boxes of these, and a black sharpie. https://www.dickblick.com/products/crea ... gLbofD_BwEmax225 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:12 pm Question guys.
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
https://www.amazon.com/Viking-Black-Pre ... el+cleaner
Was thinking something like that
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It was a complete troll post... I don't know shit about detailing cars.max225 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:20 pmBlack sharpie?SAWCE wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:19 pm
You're gonna want a couple of boxes of these, and a black sharpie. https://www.dickblick.com/products/crea ... gLbofD_BwE
https://www.amazon.com/Viking-Black-Pre ... el+cleaner
Was thinking something like that
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SAWCE wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:25 pmIt was a complete troll post... I don't know shit about detailing cars.max225 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:20 pm
Black sharpie?
https://www.amazon.com/Viking-Black-Pre ... el+cleaner
Was thinking something like that
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In4 review.. description sounds like it's just what you're looking for.max225 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 16, 2018 6:39 pm https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003V ... ZSHI&psc=1
Anyone use this before?
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Buy just about any tire 'shine' and let it sit. Wipe it down with a dry cloth to get the excess off. It will remain black but not nearly as shiny. With as little moisture as you face the color should remain black. Use a bit of the same product as a touch up once every couple a weeks to avoid the dis-coloration and keep the nice 'black' but not shiny look. Works for me....
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Needed to move the vette to my in-laws garage and decided to do a quick drive through touchless. Before i drove in i sprayed the wheels down with Sonax Wheel Cleaner, goes from green to red when it's time to spray off. Works great!max225 wrote:Question guys.
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
https://www.amazon.com/Sonax-230200-755 ... B003UT3S6Q
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OrderedTarspin wrote: ↑Sat Mar 17, 2018 7:11 amNeeded to move the vette to my in-laws garage and decided to do a quick drive through touchless. Before i drove in i sprayed the wheels down with Sonax Wheel Cleaner, goes from green to red when it's time to spray off. Works great!max225 wrote:Question guys.
What is the best tool to use to clean wheels with a narrow spoke design. I can't seem to get my hand/fingers and or sponge into the crevices. Any tips ?
Also is there any decent tire dressing that is not shiny, but just restores black and can be applied to rubber band tires?
https://www.amazon.com/Sonax-230200-755 ... B003UT3S6Q