Car cleaning and valeting discussion

[NeilS]

I’ve not used it personally, but using it after SRP would definitely help seal in the gloss and fillers. Laying down a wax or sealant after polishing is something I’d recommend. With this being applied to a wet surface, it’ll make the process quicker as you’re putting on protection whilst drying. I’d steer clear of the windscreen in case you get smearing from the wipers.

There’s quite a few wet coat application products out there, some of which are sealants (like Polar Seal) others carnauba or ceramic based. Great for speed or during the winter when using a paste wax and waiting for it to cure isn’t ideal.

[sinlessUK]

Neil..... You could get paid on YouTube for all your advice

He's on £10k per recommendation. Plus you'll know when he's in with the big boys, when he releases his own discount code, NeilS10 to get 10% off

[NeilS]

[Wdf76]

NEIL.....S merch, then he's cracked it.

[Rizmo]

NeilS, after much frustration I visited a wheel refurbishing company today. They say the stains are not removable so the price for the full wheel refurb is £80. It takes two + days and will be re - machined and painted which is a satin finish. I'm going to another company on Thursday so will keep you posted. Fortunately I have a space saver wheel which they will fit so I will not be without the car.

[NeilS]

That’s a shame. Did they give an opinion on what it was?

I take it that the polish didn’t help?

Rates Ford have a replacement for £179 - if you were worried that the company wouldn’t be able to match it up with the others.

[Wdf76]

£80 is very cheap for a machine cut refinish.

It normally works out cheaper to junk the damaged wheel and buy new.

[Rizmo]

The polish didn't help. They can't remove the stains or whatever they are and the wheel needs to be recut. The company has a good reputation and on my visit I did see some high value Mercedes and BMW's getting the treatment. The Ford dealers should all charge the same price if I choose that route but that probably won't include tyre fitting and wheel balancing + new valve which the £80 does include. I'll decide before the weeks out and keep you posted. Thanks for all your help and advice, it's much appreciated.

[NeilS]

No problem. Had hoped for a better outcome.

[Rizmo]

NeilS, almost forgot. I was also told there is no need to polish the alloys because of the satin finish. Just keep them clean and maybe use a sealer. I have some Poor Boys paste which is a sealer/protector and that's worked well for me with some previous diamond cut alloys.