Collinite - before and after - Page 3

Dimplyred · 8th June 2008, 19:33

Now that is a good shine.

illegalhunter · 8th June 2008, 19:38

The Dyson is the Daddy but cost the same as my first house.

robbo51 · 8th June 2008, 20:07

Not bad IH...Good this Collinite isnt it?
BTW. If you use a trigger spray bottle with water in, you can 'set' the previous coat and not have to wait an hour before applying the next...
Apologies if you do this already

DB SGT08 · 8th June 2008, 20:28

robbo51 - presumably you leather off the spray?
Serious shine IH.
Is it a case of wash & dry, then apply the collinite or is there a stage in between such as apply Autoglym SRP/meguiars etc
New to this serious valeting!

robbo51 · 8th June 2008, 20:33

No..I never use a leather...
Microfibre towel.

Unknownsoldier · 8th June 2008, 20:48

I've just bought two tins as my shine is good, but it could be excellent, anyone reckon I can apply a whole tin to my car?????, so about 10 coats, mine will be so shiny, I'll start setting things on fire

As asked, anyone got a how to for applying collinite because:

A). Do you have to use a strong shampoo concentration to strip your paintwork before applying??????

B). How is it cured with water??? Just a quick spray and then buff???

C). How long to wait for perfect results before buffing properly, and anyone used an auto polisher???

ATB, TIA,
Tom

Tom

psykik · 9th June 2008, 02:54

robbo pls give us an idiots guide to Toms how to request above. Im going to print it off and use it!

psykik · 9th June 2008, 02:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by illegalhunter

there you go

wow wow wow

well done Sir!

Not a swirl mark in sight, how old is the car?

what did you do between coats?

robbo51 · 9th June 2008, 07:44

I havent stripped the car of the wax at all..But ig I did I would use washing up liquid, followed by polishing with Scratch X and then set to with the Collinite
A). Do you have to use a strong shampoo concentration to strip your paintwork before applying??????
No you dont but use Washing up liquid or a specially designed citrus wash (See 'Search)
B). How is it cured with water??? Just a quick spray and then buff???
Just a quick spray and a buff with a towel
C). How long to wait for perfect results before buffing properly, and anyone used an auto polisher???
I start again after 15/20 mins. I havent uised a polisher
Try this site:
A world for detailers...

illegalhunter · 9th June 2008, 08:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by psykik

wow wow wow

well done Sir!

Not a swirl mark in sight, how old is the car?

what did you do between coats?

its got swirls , its a 57 plate

allan40alt · 9th June 2008, 14:43

I've just done my bonnet with Bilt-Hamber Balm. Amazing stuff. No residue at all. Brilliant.

Unknownsoldier · 9th June 2008, 14:45

Brilliant thanks, I'll give it a go when my tins get here

Tom

psykik · 9th June 2008, 14:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by allan40alt

I've just done my bonnet with Bilt-Hamber Balm. Amazing stuff. No residue at all. Brilliant.

Alan, can this be used in combination with collinite?

How do the two compare? Are they complementary or substitutes?

allan40alt · 9th June 2008, 15:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by psykik

Alan, can this be used in combination with collinite?

How do the two compare? Are they complementary or substitutes?

I don't see why not, but before applying, follow the washing instructions to use hot water and car shampoo (not washing-up liquid as it contains salt and you must avoid soap/shampoo that has salt).

Check with Bilt-Hamber first if in any doubt.

PS: This Balm is also recommended for Chrome and Metal too.

I was amazed how little was needed, just a tiny dab was enough to cover one section of the bonnet.

PJS · 9th June 2008, 17:14

You need to use AB over a wax, not vice versa, as the solvent carriers in waxes will likely play havoc with the longevity, if not remove some of the balm.
That said, it is not your stereotypical sealant, as it has a wetness and depth you tend to get with a carnauba wax, but still retains the sealant's flake popness.

Also works on wheels, and glass!
And as above, less is more when it comes to applying - 2-3 dabs in the jar should do you per panel.
Oh, and it's priced much the same as Collinite, but which is less than its true market value should be.
BHL developed it for himself and his classic car(s), and the price is reflective of the fact the 1000's of samples made and tested (R&D), have not been factored in - they've effectively been written off.

Chris_J · 11th June 2008, 12:47

I found applying the Collinite 476 as thinly as possible allowed me to do a whole car and then buff off. Has to be applied so thin, that you can hardly see it and that also made it a lot nicer to work with. Less is more as the saying goes.

As for durability, not so sure it lasts so long as claimed. I always try and apply it over a sealant as I find the surface a bit nicer for applying the wax to.

Robbieee · 11th June 2008, 13:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris_J

I found applying the Collinite 476 as thinly as possible allowed me to do a whole car and then buff off. Has to be applied so thin, that you can hardly see it and that also made it a lot nicer to work with. Less is more as the saying goes.

As for durability, not so sure it lasts so long as claimed. I always try and apply it over a sealant as I find the surface a bit nicer for applying the wax to.

Having used both 476s and 915, i can confirm the 915 is more durable... you should try that.

Vet_2010 · 11th June 2008, 14:38

I just ordered a tin of the Bilt-Hamber Balm, the shine allan got is amazing so thought it would be worth a try!
At the moment I have a couple of layers of Collinite on, is it ok for me to put the Balm straight on top of this?

allan40alt · 11th June 2008, 15:13

See #53 & 54. Similar question.

PS: I haven't finished my car yet. I've done the front and rear but had to leave the sides as the wind started blowing the dust about and I don't want to risk any grit spoiling it.

I'm actually looking forward to getting a second coat on.

PPS: I've a good mind to get an orbital polisher.

Vet_2010 · 11th June 2008, 15:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by allan40alt

See #53 & 54. Similar question.

Think I need to go get myself a white stick

9th June 2008, 07:44	#49 (permalink)
robbo51 It's my fault! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,874 Thanks: 66 Thanked 75 Times in 72 Posts iTrader: (0)	I havent stripped the car of the wax at all..But ig I did I would use washing up liquid, followed by polishing with Scratch X and then set to with the Collinite A). Do you have to use a strong shampoo concentration to strip your paintwork before applying?????? No you dont but use Washing up liquid or a specially designed citrus wash (See 'Search) B). How is it cured with water??? Just a quick spray and then buff??? Just a quick spray and a buff with a towel C). How long to wait for perfect results before buffing properly, and anyone used an auto polisher??? I start again after 15/20 mins. I havent uised a polisher Try this site: A world for detailers... Last edited by robbo51; 9th June 2008 at 07:46.

9th June 2008, 17:14	#55 (permalink)
PJS Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 27th May 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 479 Thanks: 0 Thanked 21 Times in 18 Posts iTrader: (0)	You need to use AB over a wax, not vice versa, as the solvent carriers in waxes will likely play havoc with the longevity, if not remove some of the balm. That said, it is not your stereotypical sealant, as it has a wetness and depth you tend to get with a carnauba wax, but still retains the sealant's flake popness. Also works on wheels, and glass! And as above, less is more when it comes to applying - 2-3 dabs in the jar should do you per panel. Oh, and it's priced much the same as Collinite, but which is less than its true market value should be. BHL developed it for himself and his classic car(s), and the price is reflective of the fact the 1000's of samples made and tested (R&D), have not been factored in - they've effectively been written off. Last edited by PJS; 9th June 2008 at 17:18.

11th June 2008, 15:13	#59 (permalink)
allan40alt Supporter Civinfo guru Join Date: 6th August 2006 Location: England Posts: 2,253 Thanks: 13 Thanked 33 Times in 31 Posts iTrader: (0)	See #53 & 54. Similar question. PS: I haven't finished my car yet. I've done the front and rear but had to leave the sides as the wind started blowing the dust about and I don't want to risk any grit spoiling it. I'm actually looking forward to getting a second coat on. PPS: I've a good mind to get an orbital polisher. Last edited by allan40alt; 11th June 2008 at 15:17.

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robbo51 It's my fault! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,874 Thanks: 66 Thanked 75 Times in 72 Posts iTrader: (0)	Not bad IH...Good this Collinite isnt it? BTW. If you use a trigger spray bottle with water in, you can 'set' the previous coat and not have to wait an hour before applying the next... Apologies if you do this already

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DB SGT08 Valve Cap Join Date: 7th June 2008 Location: STAFFS,UK Posts: 34 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	robbo51 - presumably you leather off the spray? Serious shine IH. Is it a case of wash & dry, then apply the collinite or is there a stage in between such as apply Autoglym SRP/meguiars etc New to this serious valeting!

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robbo51 It's my fault! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,874 Thanks: 66 Thanked 75 Times in 72 Posts iTrader: (0)	No..I never use a leather... Microfibre towel.

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	I've just bought two tins as my shine is good, but it could be excellent, anyone reckon I can apply a whole tin to my car?????, so about 10 coats, mine will be so shiny, I'll start setting things on fire As asked, anyone got a how to for applying collinite because: A). Do you have to use a strong shampoo concentration to strip your paintwork before applying?????? B). How is it cured with water??? Just a quick spray and then buff??? C). How long to wait for perfect results before buffing properly, and anyone used an auto polisher??? ATB, TIA, Tom Tom

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psykik Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 28th April 2007 Posts: 475 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts iTrader: (0)	robbo pls give us an idiots guide to Toms how to request above. Im going to print it off and use it!

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	Brilliant thanks, I'll give it a go when my tins get here Tom

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Chris_J Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 25th April 2008 Location: West Mids Posts: 107 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	I found applying the Collinite 476 as thinly as possible allowed me to do a whole car and then buff off. Has to be applied so thin, that you can hardly see it and that also made it a lot nicer to work with. Less is more as the saying goes. As for durability, not so sure it lasts so long as claimed. I always try and apply it over a sealant as I find the surface a bit nicer for applying the wax to.

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Vet_2010 Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 19th December 2007 Location: Northern Ireland / Glasgow Posts: 406 Thanks: 18 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	I just ordered a tin of the Bilt-Hamber Balm, the shine allan got is amazing so thought it would be worth a try! At the moment I have a couple of layers of Collinite on, is it ok for me to put the Balm straight on top of this?