MK5 Golf GTI
General => Detailing => Topic started by: gillm on April 03, 2010, 09:37:39 pm
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as above . is there anything i can use ? needs to be easy to apply and last some time and not look rubbish and shiney like some do .
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I use autoglym bumper care, works a treat and soaks in rather than leaving a shiny surface :smiley:
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Boiled linseed oil work a treat on the mk2 and lasts at least a month. Started using it on the mk5 now too
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If its exterior plastics then I favour Autosmart Trim Ultra cheap and durable, along the same lines as what newey added. Curing time takes a bit longer dependant on the weather/temp.
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Hi mate.
Aerospace 303 gives a nice natural finish. And chemical guys silk and shine does too :happy2:
I find that if you srcub the plastic area in question with a fairly strong solution of apc and then dry before applying your chosen product will give you a far better finish.
Same applies to the tyres, i spray them with AG engine cleaner, scrub then rinse. You'll be amazed what comes off them, leavin you a nice base to apply your tyre dressing.
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where can i get what i need ?
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where can i get what i need ?
Have a look around on here mate, will give you all the advice you need :happy2:
Hope it helps
http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/index.php
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I use autoglym bumper care, works a treat and soaks in rather than leaving a shiny surface :smiley:
+1, i always use this too.
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Chemical Guys New Trim Gel. Just a dot of the stuff onto a small applicator or sponge and work it in.
Alex
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I used Chemical Guys for the first time last week and was very impressed. Always used AutoGlym bumper care but not anymore.
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just ordered the chemical guys trim gel along with some window cleaner , as i never seem to get good results with anything else
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It might sound weird, but peanut butter works brilliantly on oxidised plastics... Honestly!
http://www.massdriven.com/forums/showthread.php?t=16085
Yes, I thought it was mad at first too but I used this method to great effect on my Lotus Elise and the results where really very impressive.
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You won't regret it! :happy2:
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It might sound weird, but peanut butter works brilliantly on oxidised plastics... Honestly!
http://www.massdriven.com/forums/showthread.php?t=16085
Yes, I thought it was mad at first too but I used this method to great effect on my Lotus Elise and the results where really very impressive.
x2 - just remember to get the smooth. It really works well.
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and if you are hungry you can lick the dash to keep you going!