BLUE - 2017 Volvo V40 T2 R-Design Progress Thread

[Petey80]

Originally Posted by Kev0607

Thanks for the response, Petey. I appreciate the tips.

If I'm being honest, I think its those chemicals that have caused my wheel nuts to rust.

I've got a jet nozzle for the hose pipe, so that's something I guess... It has multiple settings to adjust the spray pattern.

I've got a Halfords near to me. I think they'll have microfibre wash mits and towels in stock.

Have you ever used Demon Shine before? (Linked below).

From reading, it seems like a shine detailer/wax all-in-one. Make sure car is wet, spray it on and wipe it off. Not sure if its any good though?

https://www.halfords.com/motoring/ca...re-120421.html

I have a little pump sprayer for the degreaser and I think my patio Karcher power washer has a snow foam attachment. I'll have to check the box of goodies that came with it.

Not a problem Kev, happy to help.

It will be their chemicals, especially their TFR (Traffic Film Remover) that they tend to spray all over cars before they start washing it. Highly Alkaline and possibly even Acidic.

Halfords sell some decent stuff. Had a quick look and they have decent microfibre wash mitt from

Turtle Wax
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/ca...4aAs0WEALw_wcB

The Meguiars Gold Wash shampoo is also pretty good.

The Car Plan Demon stuff, like Demon Shine isn't great. Their products are pretty basic. You'd be better off replacing the Demon Shine with Sonax Brilliant Shine Detailer from Euro Car Parts.

Happy to advise on any other products at Halfords that you might be looking at.