Proper washing technique?

Eugene · 21st April 2008, 09:21

Hi. I got my NHB CTR a few days ago, and i was thinking about washing it. Does anybody have any ultimate washing tutorial?

Heres what i think so far:

1.Sprinkle water all around the car, let it soak.
2.Apply car shampoo.
3.Using a mit or a microfiber cloth was it gently.
4.Let it dry, help with another mit or a microfiber cloth.
5.Apply collonite with yet another cloth.

Is this right? What are the best products to use? Where can i buy them online?

robbo51 · 21st April 2008, 09:35

Here:
Car Care Advice

Eugene · 21st April 2008, 10:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

Here:
Car Care Advice

Thanks!

Coldie · 22nd April 2008, 07:01

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robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 07:04

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Originally Posted by Coldie

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Kremmen · 22nd April 2008, 07:09

Many years ago a colleague who had been a professional chauffeur for many years stated he was told to always put a small amount of paraffin in the final rinse water for a black car.

Don't know how true that is or what it achieves but that's what he said.

What a 'small quantity' constitutes I don't know.

robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 07:23

In the days before good wax probably Kremmen

Eugene · 22nd April 2008, 08:27

Thanks guys. I decided to use collonite 476s, but couldnt find any instructions on how to use it and what tools to use, can you give me any advice ?

robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 09:12

Only leave the Collinite on for about 2 minutes maximum or it will be hard to buff up

Kremmen · 22nd April 2008, 09:27

Also please note that in my experience, after performing what I term a serious clean/wax/polish/valet is almost always followed by rainfall the next time you venture out

The amount of dirt thrown up by other vehicles is also linked to the amount of time spent.

Sod's law!

Eugene · 22nd April 2008, 10:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

Only leave to the Collinite on for about 2 minutes maximum or it will be hard to buff up

Thanks, where can i find more info on how to buff the wax, and with what to buff, do i need some kind of special tool? foam?

robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 11:09

Foam applicator and a microfibre towel to buff off

Eugene · 22nd April 2008, 13:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

Foam applicator and a microfibre towel to buff off

Many thanks! Will post pics when i'm done.

robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 14:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eugene

Many thanks! Will post pics when i'm done.

Cant wait to see them.
Good luck

defrece · 22nd April 2008, 16:06

for the Collinite i think its best to use a damp applicator pad/cloth
do a small section at a time and don't leave on too long
buff with a micro-fibre cloth
after your finished give a quick wipe down with a clean dry microfibre cloth to remove any residue!

thats how i do it anyway!!

robbo51 · 22nd April 2008, 18:52

I use an atomiser spray bottle with water, a quick spray 'sets' the wax once buffed off, another wipe and the shine is amazing.

Robbieee · 22nd April 2008, 19:18

These do the trick i find:

Meguiars Even Coat Wax Polish Applicator Pads (Pair) on eBay, also Cleaning, Waxing Valeting, Car Care, Car Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 07-May-08 02:16:46 BST)

Kremmen · 23rd April 2008, 07:15

Being different

I tried household pledge once.

Worked a treat because it didn't dry to a powder that was a nightmare to shift off the rubber/plastic trim that normal car polishes do. Just sparyed it all over (except glass) and it brought everything up a treat.

robbo51 · 23rd April 2008, 07:48

Trouble is Kremmen, it produces a hologram effect..Dont know why ( oil in the wax to feed the wood?) but as you say, for a quick touch up its probably ok.

21st April 2008, 09:21	#1 (permalink)
Eugene Valve Cap Join Date: 3rd March 2008 Location: Tallinn Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Proper washing technique? Hi. I got my NHB CTR a few days ago, and i was thinking about washing it. Does anybody have any ultimate washing tutorial? Heres what i think so far: 1.Sprinkle water all around the car, let it soak. 2.Apply car shampoo. 3.Using a mit or a microfiber cloth was it gently. 4.Let it dry, help with another mit or a microfiber cloth. 5.Apply collonite with yet another cloth. Is this right? What are the best products to use? Where can i buy them online?

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Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,852 Thanks: 13 Thanked 19 Times in 19 Posts iTrader: (0)	Many years ago a colleague who had been a professional chauffeur for many years stated he was told to always put a small amount of paraffin in the final rinse water for a black car. Don't know how true that is or what it achieves but that's what he said. What a 'small quantity' constitutes I don't know.

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robbo51 It wasn’t me! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,433 Thanks: 57 Thanked 54 Times in 51 Posts iTrader: (0)	In the days before good wax probably Kremmen

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Eugene Valve Cap Join Date: 3rd March 2008 Location: Tallinn Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys. I decided to use collonite 476s, but couldnt find any instructions on how to use it and what tools to use, can you give me any advice ?

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Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,852 Thanks: 13 Thanked 19 Times in 19 Posts iTrader: (0)	Also please note that in my experience, after performing what I term a serious clean/wax/polish/valet is almost always followed by rainfall the next time you venture out The amount of dirt thrown up by other vehicles is also linked to the amount of time spent. Sod's law!

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robbo51 It wasn’t me! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,433 Thanks: 57 Thanked 54 Times in 51 Posts iTrader: (0)	Foam applicator and a microfibre towel to buff off

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defrece Wheelnut Join Date: 11th January 2008 Location: Chesterfield, UK Posts: 66 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	for the Collinite i think its best to use a damp applicator pad/cloth do a small section at a time and don't leave on too long buff with a micro-fibre cloth after your finished give a quick wipe down with a clean dry microfibre cloth to remove any residue! thats how i do it anyway!!

22nd April 2008, 18:52	#16 (permalink)
robbo51 It wasn’t me! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,433 Thanks: 57 Thanked 54 Times in 51 Posts iTrader: (0)	I use an atomiser spray bottle with water, a quick spray 'sets' the wax once buffed off, another wipe and the shine is amazing.

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Robbieee The Talented Mr. Robbieee Rocketship door handle Join Date: 27th September 2007 Location: Glasvegas Posts: 1,169 Thanks: 41 Thanked 27 Times in 26 Posts iTrader: (1)	These do the trick i find: Meguiars Even Coat Wax Polish Applicator Pads (Pair) on eBay, also Cleaning, Waxing Valeting, Car Care, Car Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 07-May-08 02:16:46 BST)

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Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,852 Thanks: 13 Thanked 19 Times in 19 Posts iTrader: (0)	Being different I tried household pledge once. Worked a treat because it didn't dry to a powder that was a nightmare to shift off the rubber/plastic trim that normal car polishes do. Just sparyed it all over (except glass) and it brought everything up a treat.

23rd April 2008, 07:48	#19 (permalink)
robbo51 It wasn’t me! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,433 Thanks: 57 Thanked 54 Times in 51 Posts iTrader: (0)	Trouble is Kremmen, it produces a hologram effect..Dont know why ( oil in the wax to feed the wood?) but as you say, for a quick touch up its probably ok.