Stutopia Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Due to a combination of grim weather, weekend working and social engagements I've not been able to give The Shark a wash for nearly two months This is probably the longest unwashed period since I've owned her and, to top it off, I have had to do some long runs down to Surrey and Birmingham (twice!) in grim conditions. Today the weather finally broke, temps were freezing but no wind or rain to speak of Grim These water streaks down the arches are what drive me nuts. Minging, I might chunder I've yet to meet a snowfoam (even used at double concentrate today) that can shift the water runs, they're just too well adhered. Envy's Bubbly Jubbly is one of my favourite foams and does a very decent job of tackling them (when viewed from a few feet away, less so up close). But snowfoam is to soften and lift dirt, not to clean. If I was really pushed for time, a snowfoam alone followed by drip dry does a decent job. Apologies for the RDS Another big up for Envy. Evolution wheel cleaner is great, there was an assist from AMMO Plum Wheel Cleaner getting a minute or so dwell time after pre-rinse. No idea what I sprayed on the wheels last time, but it's broken down anyway. After a two bucket wash with AMMO Foam (again double concentrated) and the excellent microfibre madness mitt. All is well again I guess the point of this post (other than me pic whoring and being excited to get a wash done today) is to extol the virtues of decent paint protection. Because the paint has many layers of protection applied over time, even after a long spell without a wash, a couple of hours and she's looking in very decent condition - even if I do say so myself! This is with no LSP, QD, Wax - just some AMMO Hydrate during the towel dry. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Looks great now Stu but how you went for 2 months without cleaning it is beyond me. I think around 3 weeks is about the longest I've gone between washes on a car and in my defense it was snowing then. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirag1988 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Luckily being tucked away in a garage I find myself not having to wash the zed so often and keeps her protected from the harsh winter weather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 21, 2015 Author Share Posted November 21, 2015 Luckily being tucked away in a garage I find myself not having to wash the zed so often and keeps her protected from the harsh winter weather Lucky you! I'm currently looking for a double garage, preferably with some sort of house attached 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirag1988 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Luckily being tucked away in a garage I find myself not having to wash the zed so often and keeps her protected from the harsh winter weather Lucky you! I'm currently looking for a double garage, preferably with some sort of house attached Who needs a house! Just get some heating and power in the garage, a beanbag, fridge and a TV and you're sorted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Nice reflections shots Stu. That last shot really shows off the shine too Also, when looking for a garage (with or without a house) look for one with (or budget for) a sealed floor. Your car will be just as dusty left in a one with unsealed concrete as it would be left outside during a sandstorm. Trust me, V.O.E! Remind me though, what colour did you get your wheels done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 21, 2015 Author Share Posted November 21, 2015 I was planning to carpet the garage, is that not the future? The wheels are "chrome effect" powder coated. Thankfully they look better than the name suggests Picked it on a last minute whim in workshp. Got a couple of bubbles popping up now after a couple of years I'd quite fancy this if I ever get round to it again or Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Anything over concrete would be an improvement, but I understand you're best off sealing the concrete first regardless. Although I have to admit I only "know" what I've been told. You're right, they look (much) better than the name suggests. Not good news about the bubbles though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 The weather gods were good to me overnight and provided and opportunity for some beads I even got proper camera out. No fake beads were used during the production of this post As the rain was nice and sand free I gave her an open hose rinse, towel dry and a generous layer of AMMO Skin for the winter months to come. Cure times in 5 degree temperatures are ridiculous. All done 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 What's the red sticker Stu? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Need more beads, Stu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 Need more beads, Stu. Some fake beads may have been used in the exhaust pics 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Good man! On all counts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 What's the red sticker Stu? It's an AMMO sticker from my last order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Miester Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Looking nice must say can't beat a clean motor but hard during the winter months,top marks to you the Ammo product you use Iam I right in thinking he the American/ Canadian guy on You tube (Detailer) as if so always think his Video 's are good..! p.s Apologies if that doesn't make sense..! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 Looking nice must say can't beat a clean motor but hard during the winter months,top marks to you the Ammo product you use Iam I right in thinking he the American/ Canadian guy on You tube (Detailer) as if so always think his Video 's are good..! p.s Apologies if that doesn't make sense..! :lol: Yeah that's him, I learnt a lot from the Drive Clean videos, so ordered various goodies, very happy with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodyboarder81 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Love the look of this car .... Very stylish and clean . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 Love the look of this car .... Very stylish and clean . Thanks mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ed divine Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Awesome, it's great having a well protected car, especially when the weather turns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
350zedd Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 Haven't been able to get out and clean mine this weekend due to a bad back and also it was snowing here yesterday as well. Have to say the last pic on #9 is stunning. You've done a cracking job there...the zed looks superb...well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 What's the red sticker Stu? It's an AMMO sticker from my last order. I'm not a big fan of stickers in general but that does look pretty good tbf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 What's the red sticker Stu? It's an AMMO sticker from my last order. I'm not a big fan of stickers in general but that does look pretty good tbf. I just thought it was a nice splash of colour on the exterior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 ^^ It is Stu and the design is really quite nice especially with the shield shape reminiscent of a Ferrari badge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsexr Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 Nowt wrong with picture whoring especially when its the best colour mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomb Posted December 6, 2015 Share Posted December 6, 2015 My zed is coated in carbon collective oracle and platinum wheels... it makes cleaning in the winter months a breeze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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