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Ordered some Blitz Spray Sealant today on a bit of a whim. I currently have Carlack with a couple of coats of Collinite on the car (a Meteor Gray Metallic Boxster) so how should I be using the Blitz? Presumably after washing I would dry as normal and then apply the blitz, or should I use...

I think I'm going to get a Gilmour Gun. It appears there are 2 models, the Foamaster II looks to be made almost entirely of plastic, the Foamaster appears to be made of plastic with lots more brass/metal on show. Is there any reason to favour one over the other, and if so which, and why...

I've read some reviews on here but I'm still undecided.. so hell let's start another thread :) Why would I want to use one over my sheepskin mitt? The car is a new so the paint is basically perfect and grit guards and the sheepskin mitts seem to be keeping it that way, but it's always nice...

Right first go at this so be kind :) This is my MY07 Boxster 2.7, had it a month now and I still make the neighbours think I'm a madman by going outside and looking at it. No particular order. It's a new car so all I've done since getting it is to use the 2 bucket method with Gold Class...

Now that winter is coming, how do you deal with the increased crud when washing? I've had a new Boxster for about three weeks, and whilst I've lurked here for a few years I've really taken on board a lot of info to keep the Boxster in top condition, so I'm doing the 2 bucket wash, grit guards...

Got a new Boxster a couple of days ago. My plan is probably Carlack (AIO) with Collinite 476. Should I wait before doing this? I know most factory paint is meant to be cured when the cars leave the factory, but I also know that in Europe the factor to dealer wait on a Porsche isn't very...

Anyone got any thoughts on these for use on new paint with things such as AIO and wax vs. the better quality Microfiber towels? TIA, Paul

As subject really, I want to get a few really plush/good quality towels specifically for use on paint with wax/carlack/qd etc. I know this subject comes up quite a lot and so far it seems to be between the Monster Fluffy, the Concourse Buffing Towel (not actually Microfiber I believe?)...

I decided to try the Biltema (European variable speed Cyclo clone) on a section of the bonnet of my current car (1999 Saab 93 in Cosmic Blue). I don't have pictures but I would say the paint is moderately swirled. I taped off an area, and used Menzerna 106FF with the Green Cyclo pads. I...

I already have some Meguiars yellow foam applicator pads. For AIO/Carlack on new paint would people use these or is it worth spending a few $ on something more suited? I find the Meguairs ones a little fiddly and they often flip out of my hand so I was thinking either the Sonus Der...

Due to a mix-up I had a tin of 476S arrive today instead of 845IW. Having done some digging/research it doesn't seem worth getting it returned and having the 845 shipped. I am curious though, one thing I've not really found a definitive answer to is what are the benefits and drawbacks of a...

Does anyone know of any online/streaming/free guide on using PC/Cyclo's etc? I've read all the articles I can find, I'd just be interested in watching how the "seasoned hands" use them before diving in. Basically I've gone from being worried about damaging the paint to wondering if I'll...

I guess this is dependant on the pad/product/polisher combo, but with a Cyclo, is there an average amount of product per application? Let's assume factory fresh paint so no real damage, and a convertible so smaller area to cover, would I expect to be using an ounce per polishing or 4 ounces...

Does anyone have any experience with these when used with "domestic" polishers like the PC and Cyclo? For once being in the UK seems to have paid off as I've found we can get the Menzerna Pro polishes at a really good price ($11 for 8oz) so I'm tempted, but naturally a little wary of the...

Not sure how new these are in the US but I see some of our UK detailing stores are now carrying the Pinnacle XMT range. Can't find much using the search - anyone got anything to say about them, as a series, with regards to new paint, with a cyclo type polisher? TIA, Paul

OK I have a Biltema (variable speed Cyclo basically) and a bunch of Cyclo pads on order and various products in the garage. Assuming new factory fresh paint, would you always apply polish/wax by machine or are there circumstances where hand application is better? I don't have much...

I've just got a Cyclo (actually a European polisher that appears to be a Cyclo just in an ABS case). I've never used this sort of machine before and frankly I'm a little worried about doing damage, in spite of everything I read about it being impossible to damage paint with an orbital etc...

Does anyone have any suggestions on the cheapest source of Cyclo pads that ship internationally (UK) please? TIA, Paul

A place over here is having a sale on Carlack products. I was going to try a 300ml bottle of "Systematic Care". First off, on a couple of daily driver convertibles I presume this will last me for ages? Second, I've possibly been searching and reading so much that I'm confused - do I...

I have a new car on order, it's "Seal Grey Metallic". I'm putting together a shopping list of stuff from www.seriousperformance.co.uk (I'm in the UK and would prefer to stick to a single UK vendor). Assuming the dealers don't stuff it up too much I'd expect the paintwork to be about as...