best way to polish my type r

garytheobald · 11th January 2008, 19:32

hi guys as my new type r is due to be delivered on marcg 3rd can anyone tell my wife the best way to polish it without causing swirls, i have bought some meguiars and new cloths etc but she seems totally disinterested in looking after my new car what should i do to raise a bit of enthusiasm oh and by the way its red which i am led to believe is the best colour thanks in advance

Dimplyred · 11th January 2008, 19:37

I can safely say the best way for your wife to clean your car is to let you do it.

illegalhunter · 11th January 2008, 20:55

get yourself a UDM

garytheobald · 11th January 2008, 22:31

ive tried explaining the wax on wax off method and even gone to the trouble of actually renting the karate kid (took ages to find it on betamax) but she cant grasp it,i honestly think it would be easier just doing it myself but then again i dont want to take her job off her

Dimplyred · 11th January 2008, 22:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by garytheobald

ive tried explaining the wax on wax off method and even gone to the trouble of actually renting the karate kid (took ages to find it on betamax) but she cant grasp it,i honestly think it would be easier just doing it myself but then again i dont want to take her job off her

You lazy s*d !!!!

Jack The Lad. · 11th January 2008, 23:28

A bit like me then Dimply, but then my wife is SO tiny, she can walk under the car and clean the floor pan.
Even then, she has to reach up.

R-2 · 12th January 2008, 00:30

I need a wife to polish mine for me! Oh damn i forgot i am a wife - better do it myself then

Dimplyred · 12th January 2008, 00:44

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Originally Posted by R-2

I need a wife to polish mine for me! Oh damn i forgot i am a wife - better do it myself then

How's it going R-2 what do you think now you've had it a while

R-2 · 12th January 2008, 01:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dimplyred

How's it going R-2 what do you think now you've had it a while

I just get to love it more every day. The ride, handling, comfort, engine note ( i really love the sound it makes) are all IMO superior to the EP3. Acceleration etc feel the same even though car is heavier. Oh and it definitely looks much better

No problems (touch wood

) except for one day only kept not quite getting 3rd gear a few times. I thought it might be the start of the problem others have reported on here but its been fine since.
It really is the most fun car i have ever owned

When i get some time i may write a proper comparison

Dimplyred · 12th January 2008, 01:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by R-2

I just get to love it more every day. The ride, handling, comfort, engine note ( i really love the sound it makes) are all IMO superior to the EP3. Acceleration etc feel the same even though car is heavier. Oh and it definitely looks much better

No problems (touch wood

) except for one day only kept not quite getting 3rd gear a few times. I thought it might be the start of the problem others have reported on here but its been fine since.
It really is the most fun car i have ever owned

When i get some time i may write a proper comparison

A proper comparison would be great.

I love mine, not had any problems at all, touch wood too!!!!

It is great I can't wait to get in it every morning.

R-2 · 12th January 2008, 01:27

Quote:

It is great I can't wait to get in it every morning.

Me too. On the days i don't work i sometimes go off for a drive. Not because i have to go some place but just for fun. I just can't get enough of this car.

Shame its always dirty

at the moment. It really turns heads when its all clean and shiny

Must get myself a wife to clean it

garytheobald · 12th January 2008, 11:48

can one of you guys or ladies please explain the technique to her all im asking for is the car to be bathed every wednesday and sunday and polished bimonthly (i usually give the car a detailed inspection after its done and point out anything i want re-done) its not as if i expect it polished if its raining no in those circumstances i am more than happy for her to clean and vac the inside and keep dry....after all its not going to do itself now is it?

marske_bear · 12th February 2008, 22:34

wash
clay
polish
seal
glaze
wax

chemical guys wheel guard for alloys

robbo51 · 13th February 2008, 19:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by garytheobald

can one of you guys or ladies please explain the technique to her all im asking for is the car to be bathed every wednesday and sunday and polished bimonthly (i usually give the car a detailed inspection after its done and point out anything i want re-done) its not as if i expect it polished if its raining no in those circumstances i am more than happy for her to clean and vac the inside and keep dry....after all its not going to do itself now is it?

This MUST be a P.i.s.s take!!!
If it isnt......Youre wife needs serious help or a solicitor.!!!

Ps..If you want serious car care help..I respectfully suggest you answer my statement

Mr THX · 13th February 2008, 20:38

Aside from the marital problems on hear

Where is the best place to buy chemical guys stuff from?? prices at a couple of places look about the same.

Thanks

robbo51 · 14th February 2008, 00:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr THX

Aside from the marital problems on hear

Where is the best place to buy chemical guys stuff from?? prices at a couple of places look about the same.

Thanks

Here:
Clean Your Car - car care products UK
www.polishedbliss.com

Mr THX · 14th February 2008, 19:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

Here:
Clean Your Car - car care products UK
www.polishedbliss.com

Thanks Robbo

garytheobald · 5th March 2008, 11:13

yes this was indeed started as a p£$^ take, i thought youd get onto it, however it arrived on saturday and as i said i bought meguiars gold for it but now everyone raves about collinite, is it worth me buying that now instead? is there really that much difference between the two cheers

PJS · 5th March 2008, 17:37

Use the Meg's up, then when it's time to replace, get the Colly or Bilt Hamber Auto Balm, or if you're feeling particularly brave, and extravagant, Zaino.
If you're looking for a good wax, then you'll be hard pushed to do better than either Victoria Concourse or DoDo - any flavour at all, even though some will tell you the colour charging makes a difference, and should go for the one designed for your colour or hue.

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garytheobald Wheelnut Join Date: 24th December 2007 Location: proud to be north Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	yes this was indeed started as a p£$^ take, i thought youd get onto it, however it arrived on saturday and as i said i bought meguiars gold for it but now everyone raves about collinite, is it worth me buying that now instead? is there really that much difference between the two cheers

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PJS Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 27th May 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 479 Thanks: 0 Thanked 21 Times in 18 Posts iTrader: (0)	Use the Meg's up, then when it's time to replace, get the Colly or Bilt Hamber Auto Balm, or if you're feeling particularly brave, and extravagant, Zaino. If you're looking for a good wax, then you'll be hard pushed to do better than either Victoria Concourse or DoDo - any flavour at all, even though some will tell you the colour charging makes a difference, and should go for the one designed for your colour or hue.