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06-09-2020, 09:02 AM | #1 | ||
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I’m a bit of keen car detailer. I like my cars clean. For years I used Autoglym products when it came to polishing and protecting.
Recently I’ve discovered Bowdens Own products which I have found to be significantly easier in use with same or better results than the autoglym. So I’ve started changing all my products over the Bowdens Own as I have found they are so much quicker and easier than autoglym which is allowing me to enjoy the process more. What is everyone’s go to here?
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06-09-2020, 09:07 AM | #2 | ||
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Carpro Perl for interior, tyres and engine bay. Autoglym for washing. Turtle Ice Seal n Shine for after wash.
I see Bowden products are on sale at Repco at the moment. Tempted to give them a go. Whats their wash n wax products like? |
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06-09-2020, 09:30 AM | #3 | |||
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Polish.
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06-09-2020, 09:28 AM | #5 | ||
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I’ve also changed over to Bowden Own. Good quality and Aussie company.
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06-09-2020, 09:30 AM | #6 | ||
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Yes I forgot to mention that. Aussie company and made in Australia.
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06-09-2020, 10:51 AM | #7 | ||
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Damn you....you just made me go out and get their big green sucker towel. Repco 30% off. Its massive! Too bad i just washed the car yesterday.
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06-09-2020, 11:07 AM | #8 | ||
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You won’t regret it! I’ll never go back to a chamois. Just make sure you follow the care instructions for it. They are expensive, you’ll want to look after it. Let us know how you go with it.
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06-09-2020, 01:33 PM | #9 | ||
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I use autoglym and Maguires for consumables and bowdens for stuff like drying towels
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06-09-2020, 02:27 PM | #10 | ||
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That’s one thing a lot of companies don’t focus too much on and that is the towels/cloths. They have them but they never seem to be much chop compared to bowdens stuff.
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06-09-2020, 05:42 PM | #11 | ||
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Yes all Bowdens . If you need help also get on their FB page they are quick to help.
They also have a good step by step guide to which products to use in which order . Lots vids on their site also with handy tips |
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06-09-2020, 06:48 PM | #12 | ||
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It would probably be quicker to list what products AREN'T my go to products!
CarPro and NV (also Australian) are my go to products. That's said, I also use a smattering of Meguiars, Gyeon, Autoglym and Bowden's products. Like the OP, I have transitioned from Autoglym to Bowden's. I like the fact that I can grab them when I need them from Repco/Supercheap instead of Online ordering and paying for shipping. Bowden's also have fun with their product naming. Latest haul after a Repco sale -
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Never heard of Carpro before.
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Hiding inside is a Bowdens Big Green Sucker.
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Do the same with the big green sucker
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06-09-2020, 07:03 PM | #16 | ||
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As shown above Hydro2 from CarPro......just use it....
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06-09-2020, 08:17 PM | #17 | ||
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Wow. How does Hydro2 work?
Just saw a couple of clips on youtube. They just spray on, hose off....and MAGIC? Does it actually last 6 months just doing that?! Does it distort lights through the windscreen making it harder to see at night? |
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06-09-2020, 08:41 PM | #18 | |||
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Longevity? If the car is parked outdoors, from experience, I highly doubt the 6 month claim. It's application is so easy that applying it ever couple of months is no problem. Hydr02 comes in a concentrate and can be varied in its dilution ratio. I use it to easily coat my wheels to protect and aid the cleaning/drying process. I have also applied it to cars I want to get something onto the paint in a short amount of time, such as my sisters Mazda 3. Bowden's actually make a similar product called "Wet Dreams". https://www.bowdensown.com.au/wet-dreams
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Using the autoglym sealant (extra gloss protection) was seriously hard work with the buffing off step of the process. So many hours spent doing it when using bowdens it’s a 20minute wipe on wipe off process.
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Can you still apply touch up paint afterwards? |
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If you were going to do a paint touch up, you would need to use an alcohol (isopropyl/IPA) based product to remove the product beforehand. Keeping with the theme, Bowdens is called Flash Prep, I use CarPro Eraser. https://www.bowdensown.com.au/flash-prep
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07-09-2020, 10:13 AM | #23 | ||
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Hey DFB, a new dedicated Detailing thread.....
Well done fiestaz. I'll have to take pics of my products for the thread. Don't forget we all have our opinions. Long long ago I started off having alot of Megs product. Like all brands they have some really good ones/types and not. My pref was their car wash, the older pink nice smelling one was very soapy and perfect tbh followed by the yellow one. Quik Detailer exactely as quoted great at the time. I never really rated their polishs/maybe I expected more from a general priced product too much for once you start using better product you see why. Autoglynn, I bought quite a bit, I just can't get the satisfaction others have, I just don't rate it. Bowdens I jumped on board long ago, some really good product and will keep buying but like DFB I'm a huge fan of NV product and started using more Carpro. Oh I got right into Zaino product as well, some very good polishs. I'll get some pics up in the coming days.
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I'm guessing that soap was Soft Wash Gel. Good stuff and loved the smell too. https://www.meguiars.com.au/product/...sh-gel-473-ml/ And yes, I'm loving the ease of use that comes with the NV brand. Onyx Tyre Dressing is probably my favorite product from NV. Smells great too! For those interested, Waxit and Detailing Shed both stock NV. https://www.waxit.com.au/collections/nv-car-care https://detailingshed.com.au/collections/concours
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07-09-2020, 11:54 AM | #25 | ||
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Pictures, that’s a great idea. I’ll get some too, with some results as well.
Years ago I used to use Meguires polish. That was hard work, seemed to come up OK. Then moved to autoglym which was easier with better result, then as you said onto Bowdens which I am not only liking but actually enjoying. Not that much of a chore to get cars done.
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07-09-2020, 12:20 PM | #26 | ||
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What do you guys use on the interior to help keep the "new car smell"
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08-09-2020, 03:41 PM | #27 | ||
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Anybody?
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Not a lot really. Keep the interior clean and avoid picking up takeaway food. My i30 smelt new for roughly a year. Don’t use any air fresheners.
Not a lot else can done really. Which is a shame. New is the best air freshener of all
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08-09-2020, 04:39 PM | #29 | ||
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I got the hose out the other day. Seems to work great both inside and out. Can't understand why the gauges are all suddenly fogged up.
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How? I NEVER wind the windows down and rarely drive them. Easy! I have also very rarely use highly scented products inside the cabin. A damp microfibre to wipe dust away is about it.
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