Car care kits - gauging interest - Page 2

old_mate · 09-03-2005, 12:08 AM

if you throw together an article on detailing, i'd then be interested in a lot of stuff, but at the moment, what you have listed up there makes little to no sense to me at all, nor would I have any idea on how to use half the stuff lol.

SVR73 · 09-03-2005, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by old_mate

if you throw together an article on detailing, i'd then be interested in a lot of stuff, but at the moment, what you have listed up there makes little to no sense to me at all, nor would I have any idea on how to use half the stuff lol.

I am writing a more in depth article on detailing.
Mentioned it in earlier posts
Will be on the site soon

UPDATE 2
More cloths

Pink suede ultra soft sealant and wax removal cloth
Blue suede ultra soft
Gold and purple ultra mf buffing cloths

09-03-2005, 08:17 PM

well when you have the whole kit and price ill get one if you think it will help the look of my car
i dont no much about detailing but would love the car to look its best

SVR73 · 09-03-2005, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Stampy

well when you have the whole kit and price ill get one if you think it will help the look of my car
i dont no much about detailing but would love the car to look its best

The first kit is a scratch proof way of washing & drying your car
Drying time will be reduced and the drying towels won't leave cloth marks or streaks like some chamois do.
The whole kit will, if you follow the two bucket washing method, dramatically reduce or possibly eliminate surface marring, swirl marks and scratches which most commonly are caused by washing

SVR73 · 14-03-2005, 09:03 PM

First box of stock has arrived today and now only waiting on the drying towels
Already got a couple clay bars in stock with more to come each week
Once the box of oxidation remover/hand glaze arrives I will stock up on kit 2 and have those available

Will also be introducing my own line of products which have come from my constant experimentation and experience
The first is liquid glass polish. In the time it takes to use a spray glass cleaner, the glass is polished with no dust/mess and will not damage vinyl

**Peuty** · 14-03-2005, 10:39 PM

Is it possible to post said clay bars, I am having a terrible time finding one in my area.

SVR73 · 15-03-2005, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Peuty

Is it possible to post said clay bars, I am having a terrible time finding one in my area.

Sure no problem. Just send a money order or cheque and as soon as it arrives, I'll send it out to you.
Postage shouldn't be much

PM me with your full name and postal address
Only have blue bars in stock at the moment though but that will change quickly
Blue should be fine though, it's only white cars that need red ones

Cobra · 16-03-2005, 05:28 PM

Matt, if your own car is anything to go by, your products really work. I wish my car looked half as good as yours. After seeing how well you cleaned my rubber window moulds at AFD, I'm sold. Let us know when they are for sale and I will get a pack.

SVR73 · 16-03-2005, 08:42 PM

Sure no worries mate. The first product in kit #2 which you will need for moulds will be here within 2-4 weeks
Have had to use ground mail to keep prices down for my customers
Once that arrives, hopefully my kits will be selling well and I will get all the other products required in and kit 2 will be available

Have also become the distributor for two more brands
It will be a slow building process this year, so many brands of products to get but such little capital for a one man band business. Next week's availability of kit #1 will get the ball rolling and by the end of the year I should have a great range of products available as well as those kits.

professorsabre · 16-03-2005, 09:32 PM

Hey SVR73, sorry don't know your name

e , As you prob. gather I'm def. going to buy your kits but I need one thing done first. Is it possible to bring my car to your shop because there's some swirl marks I just can't get rid of. Being black EVERYTHING shows up and I'm too scared to use a buffer in fear I'll cut to far, I'd rather a pro do it.
After that I'll follow all your steps and directions to minimise swirls.
Appreciate
Angelo

professorsabre · 16-03-2005, 09:38 PM

: two posts up, your names Matt
Sorry Matt

Cheers

SVR73 · 17-03-2005, 08:21 PM

Sounds OK. Actually I do detailing from home as cost for shop ATM is beyond my budget
I would be glad to help you out regarding your swirls
If possible I will do it by hand, as buffers I prefer to use only if absolutely necessary
It takes 3-5 passes with different levels of swirl mark remover to get most swirls out
To remove all swirls takes quite a bit of product.
Will start with SSR 2.5 - 3 and move down to SSR 1, then Menz FP , a solvent and VOC free polishes
After that I can either put on some layers of paint sealant or leave it at that and let you take care of it.

COBRA - your car can be as good as mine or even better depending on how it was treated by the previous owner. If he cut and polished it too much, then the amount of paint to work with may be very minimal or not enough
Just needs the right products and plenty of tender loving care
Really recommend you clay the paint to remove contaminants as it felt really gritty at AFD which suggests lots of fallout and other enviromental contamination

Once that is done, probably a 1500 - 1000 grit cutting compound, swirl mark removal with SSR 3, 2.5, 2.0 and 1, then a voc and solvent free polish, AIO then vanilla moose (stuff I used to remove that crap from your moulds) and finally coats of paint protection

Lots of steps you may think and your probably right but that's what it takes to get a show car finish.

Professor, matty is what I prefer
Da man with da black dash

professorsabre · 17-03-2005, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SVR73

Sounds OK. Actually I do detailing from home as cost for shop ATM is beyond my budget
I would be glad to help you out regarding your swirls
If possible I will do it by hand, as buffers I prefer to use only if absolutely necessary
It takes 3-5 passes with different levels of swirl mark remover to get most swirls out
To remove all swirls takes quite a bit of product.
Will start with SSR 2.5 - 3 and move down to SSR 1, then Menz FP , a solvent and VOC free polishes
After that I can either put on some layers of paint sealant or leave it at that and let you take care of it.

Professor, my name is Matthew, matty is preffered however.
Da man with da black dash

Matty, oh man don't remind me of that black dash, it's going to be the death of me!
I would really appreciate it if you would help me and I would be very greatful. If ok with you I'll order my kits from you when thery're ready, and when ok with you I'll pick them up and pay you for the kits and your work.
How does that sound.

Cheers
Angelo

SVR73 · 17-03-2005, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by professorsabre

Matty, oh man don't remind me of that black dash, it's going to be the death of me!
I would really appreciate it if you would help me and I would be very greatful. If ok with you I'll order my kits from you when thery're ready, and when ok with you I'll pick them up and pay you for the kits and your work.
How does that sound.

Cheers
Angelo

Sounds good to me. Kit 1 - washing & drying will be available within days
Kit 2 won't be too far away.
Depends how many #1 kits I sell and when the box of vanilla moose arrives from the states

smciner1 · 17-03-2005, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Cobra

Matt, if your own car is anything to go by, your products really work. I wish my car looked half as good as yours. After seeing how well you cleaned my rubber window moulds at AFD, I'm sold. Let us know when they are for sale and I will get a pack.

He can make rubber / plastic wondow moulds look new and shiny again?

/me is interested!

SVR73 · 17-03-2005, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by smciner1

He can make rubber / plastic wondow moulds look new and shiny again?

/me is interested!

Yep, just four steps to a brand new look or even better than new shine

SVR73 · 22-03-2005, 07:50 PM

OK guys, the stock has arrived for the washing & drying kit

If your in adelaide, we can organise a pickup or delivery cash sale, if elsewhere send me a cheque or money order (all I can do for now) to

Matthew Gibb
PO BOX 369
Virginia
South Australia
5120
Australia

Postage is $6.50 australia wide, 1 - 3 days delivery

professorsabre · 25-03-2005, 04:41 PM

Matty I want to get the Aquatouch tricot towels/microfibre glass cloth/microfibre wash mit, that's kit one, correct? Is the price still $48?

Cheers
Angelo

SVR73 · 25-03-2005, 10:43 PM

Yep sure is mate and price hasn't changed
I want to offer the ultimate in customer service so don't hesitate to PM or email me if you have any problems with any of the products I am selling , have an area on your car that you need help fixing or anything to do with detailing your car.

This applies to everyone.

SVR73 · 25-03-2005, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SVR73

Yep sure is mate and price hasn't changed
I want to offer the ultimate in customer service so don't hesitate to PM or email me if you have any problems with any of the products I am selling , have an area on your car that you need help fixing or anything to do with detailing your car.

This applies to everyone.

Down the track I hope to have my very own product line available
There are a few in development or testing but so far it's looking good
They are being developed to be really user friendly and take no time at all

TESTING
Creme Afterwash lotion

A really fast detail spray with the consistency of a milkshake which contains a small amount of two super polymer sealants.
It tops up the protectants on the paint and creates a super slick reflective finish
On most panels, two to four wipes with an ultra MF wash mitt will do the job. Impossible to streak

Paint Decontamination lube
A long lasting clay lube that will not dry up while your claying like some quick detail sprays and 50/50 alcohol and water.
Removes minor water spots, deep cleans and slickens the paint finish and is a breeze to wipe off.

Four in 1 Vinyl, Plastic and Leather sealant
Instantly removes oxidation,water spots, sunburn and other damage from exterior trim/moulds then restores, enhances and protects them plus car interior vinyl and leather surfaces

DEVELOPMENT

Full metal jacket
Combines ceramic, acrylic monomer, acrylic polymer and super polymer sealants together to creat the ultimate long life sealant and leaves no residue.

Top Class Instant final polish
A liquid spray type cleaner polish that is non abrasive and is the final preparation step prior to sealing and waxing the paint
Can be used on a variety of surfaces

Top Class sealant spritz
A liquid spray type paint sealant which saves time and ensures thin even surface coverage

SVR73 · 29-03-2005, 08:20 PM

Just letting everyone know I will be adding a car care/detailing tip to the technical resources section each day

01-04-2005, 05:28 PM

Hey everyone I am new to this site, glad I found it the information is fantastic.

I have a Black XR6T and have been trying to keeping it looking like new since I picked it up. A lot of research led me to these links which are some really informative websites for car care products and tips.

www.waxit.com.au This one is in Brisbane

www.eclipsedetailing.com.au This is one is in Sydney

www.concoursecarcare.com.au This one is in Melbourne

I hope this helps !!!!

SVR73 · 01-04-2005, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by QLDXR6T

Hey everyone I am new to this site, glad I found it the information is fantastic.

I have a Black XR6T and have been trying to keeping it looking like new since I picked it up. A lot of research led me to these links which are some really informative websites for car care products and tips.

www.waxit.com.au This one is in Brisbane

www.eclipsedetailing.com.au This is one is in Sydney

www.concoursecarcare.com.au This one is in Melbourne

I hope this helps !!!!

Two of them are my suppliers but my pricing is lower than theirs.
Hope to have the boutique products that are not available here yet, in very soon

01-04-2005, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by QLDXR6T

Hey everyone I am new to this site, glad I found it the information is fantastic.

I have a Black XR6T and have been trying to keeping it looking like new since I picked it up. A lot of research led me to these links which are some really informative websites for car care products and tips.

www.waxit.com.au This one is in Brisbane

www.eclipsedetailing.com.au This is one is in Sydney

www.concoursecarcare.com.au This one is in Melbourne

I hope this helps !!!!

the brisbane sit has some good info thanks QLDXR6T

SVR73 · 01-04-2005, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Stampy

the brisbane sit has some good info thanks QLDXR6T

Welcome to the new world of car care.

SVR73 · 05-04-2005, 10:18 PM

This is a detailed description of all the products that will be sold separately.

Chocolate moose 473ml and 946ml
(A great cleaner and wax for removing oxidation, road grime and stains etc from paint, chrome, plastic, vinyl and fibreglass
Great for removing scratches and finish out new paint jobs)
Can be applied in direct sunlight and does not contain teflon, silicone, alcohol or abrasives)
Used on front of cars, it provides a slick protective barrier that makes bugs struggle to stick to the paint and you apply either wet or dry and once the surface is covered, immediately remove. No residue)

Quickshine 946ml and 1 gallon (3.785 liters)

Color enhancing quick detail spray for paint, metal, gelcoat, fibreglass, plastic surfaces, glass, tinted windows, lexan and plexiglass
Use to maintain slickness and lustre after washing
Repels dust
Use after vanilla moose or chocolate moose to add depth before applying sealants to the paintwork.

SSR 3, 2.5, 2 and 1 grade swirl and scratch removers

These can be used by machine or hand and can be applied in direct sunlight
Move from the heaviest required grade to #1 and your car is totally free of marks and scratches.

Wheel sealant

A just released sweet smelling brake dust preventing wheel protector. Simply brush on to wheels and leave on for a few hours to cure
Can also be used to protect plastic exterior trim, paint and chrome

Paint decontamination clay bars

Blue fine and red medium grade bars to remove industrial fallout, sulfuric acid rain , overspray and all other environmental contaminants from paint, wheels and plastic exterior trim
Do not stick like some poly clays.
Original patented formula
Cut in half and knead into large square shape. Will do 10-16 cars and possibly more depending on condition of each car

Wet look polishes
A variety of residue free easy to use wet look polishes that bring back the lustre of the paint
One of these can be used as a light grade cutting compound, swirl mark remover or polish depending on which grade of buffing pad you use
All are VOC and solvent free and do not stink like a gas station
Includes Intensive polish and Final Polish II which was designed for use on PPG ceramiclear paint finishes but is also fine on conventional clearcoated finishes.
NO SILICONE

SFX refinishing system

#1 is a 1200 grit non abrasive cutting compound
#2 is a swirl mark remover and gloss enhancing polish
#3 is a showcar finishing polish and glaze

SFX applicator pads

Dual purpose double sided foam applicator pads. One side is used for #1 and 2 with the super soft side for use only with #3

Microfibre towels, applicator pads and cloths

Three brands of ultra plush buffing cloths for removing a huge variety of products, waffle weave and tricot fpz weave drying towels, 4 x 6 inch applicators for sealants and waxes, glass cloths for cleaning glass without the use of glass cleaner and wash mitts

PH 7 (neutrail) wax and sealant safe shampoo's (473ml, 946ml and 1 gallon)

A range of gel formula phospate and surfactant free shampoo's that will not make your paint feel rough, remove wax or sealants and are also totally safe for the environment and your skin and lungs
Includes cherry ripe flavoured and many others

Quick detail sprays

A range of acrylic, super polymer and other non silicone and streak free sprays to top up the protection on your paint, glass and wheels
All can be used on any brand of paint sealant
Wax safe. Keeps the paint feeling slick and adds a microfine layer of protection

Gel formula no caustic/alkaline free wheel cleaner

A shampoo like product that is best used to clean wheels prior to shampooing and sealing.
Can also be used to clean bugs off front bumper and bonnet and great on door jambs.

Compounding glaze glass restorer

Removes permanent and semi permanent water spots and film on glass that glass cleaners can't penetrate or remove

Glass deep cleaner and cream clay

Aerosol type deep cleaner should be used after claying with a bar
Gets into the crevices and ridges of the glass and returns it to a crystal clear finish.
Cream clay can be used on mag wheels, paint and glass after the deep cleaner
Is easier to use on wheels than conventional clay bars

Heat reactive tyre sealant gel

Easy to use super polymer, petroleum distillate and alcohol free tyre shine which reacts with the heat in tyres to permanently prevent browning.
Put on two - four coats for ultra long lasting shine
Is also great for darkening vinyl, leather, seat cloth and fibreglass
Use as a final step on exterior trim
If gets on paint, won't do any damage and is easy to remove
WILL NOT SLING ONTO PAINT

Finish Restorer and polish soap

These two are brilliant on mag wheels but finish restorer restores paint, plastics, glass and other surfaces
It is ammonia free unlike conventional metal polishes

Polish soap is an all new easy way to polish the mag wheels
No more slow two finger method

Leather cleaner gel and protective gel
Keeps leather supple and shiny.

Protectant plus
Hides and removes scratches from vinyl, cleans and protects vinyl and leather plus exterior trim
NATURAL LOOK FINISH

All in One cleaner, polish, sealant

Non abrasive polish and basecoat acrylic sealant which can be either sprayed or wiped on

Sealant Glaze
Acrylic monomer paint sealant which is stone chip resistant and provides rock hard , long life (6-14 month) protection from environmental conditions

Super Polymer, polymer and ceramic paint sealants
Adds depth and wetness plus slicker protection for car paints
Easier to use on glass than sealant glaze

Many more to come yet

**Polyal** · 06-04-2005, 09:01 AM

Hey..I would like a kit that could help my car, ill try and get a pic but sometimes whats happened to the paint doesn't show up unless you see it in person.

Its almost like my entire roof is covered in zap stains. Ive cleaned, waxed, cut and still it looks like crap. Do you have anything that might help?

I am interested in buy a pack, just not sure what I need.

PULLY6 · 06-04-2005, 03:06 PM

Hey matty,

I'm very interested in your kit #1 and some of your methods - having bought my car 3 months ago I haven't yet properly washed and polished/waxed it. I don't have much of a clue about detailing. Next time the SA boys get together I might tag along and see if i can meet up with you and purchase some of your products.

Cheers mate

Pully

SVR73 · 11-04-2005, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by PULLY6

Hey matty,

I'm very interested in your kit #1 and some of your methods - having bought my car 3 months ago I haven't yet properly washed and polished/waxed it. I don't have much of a clue about detailing. Next time the SA boys get together I might tag along and see if i can meet up with you and purchase some of your products.

Cheers mate

Pully

Sure come see me when we meet up for the gawler cruise and I'll show you what I use and have available

Will have plenty of kits on hand on the day
More than happy to give you some handy hints, tips and proper application methods of detailing etc

Here are a few pics of the products I'll have for sale in a few months

MotherNatureVer2 · 11-04-2005, 07:54 PM

Matty,

Do you have anything that will remove bug guts ........ Im not talking the normal soft products ..... Im talking locust plague over a period of 2 or 3 yrs that I cannot remove by hand with anything I have tried.

The paint on my wagon isnt the best but I can get a nice look when shes washed (and still wet :P ) ..... These bug guts make her look more unwashed than she really is ......

Any suggestions ?????