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Technical Area Cleaning & Detailing
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I have. Yes. Not mine. A mate had it…It does work well.

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I clay bar mine after which I use Autoglym super resin polish and then a coat of Autoglym paint sealant. Works a treat.

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Yes that’s correct… Do that with all mine.
Also, make sure you don’t use the 100% polyester microfiber cloths… Use 70% polyester plus 30% polyamide cloths.
The 100% polyester cloths are too harsh on the paint. The 70/30 cloths are very soft in comparison. Makes a huge difference to the finish of the paintwork, imo of course

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Having applied the Bilt Hamper, on closer inspection some of the polish unfortunately found its way on to the black plastic trim over the wheel arches on my CX-3 (after doing my MX5!). It’s proving a pig to remove - any suggestions? Thanks.

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Rubbers (Erasers)

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Worked a treat - many thanks

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have you tried parking it out of the wind ?

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There are special washes for microfibre cloths, do a search on good old Google, they extend their useful life considerably

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I use non bio liquid detergent. Works fine, but if you wish, there are dedicated wash liquids for the job:

https://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care-accessories/microfibres-and-towels/microfibre-wash.aspx

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Use a pencil eraser, works a treat

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Hello Guys,
I have a 99 NB in Twighlight Blue. I have used Megulilars ceramic twice.
Last month during a heavy rain storm in Norfolk I got some fallen leaves on the bonnet which were left overnight. When I removed them the next day I found they have left marks on the paint which remain after a good wash!
Any Ideas to remove?
Thanks
Nic

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Leaves contain chemicals, usually tannin and other acids (think of tea-stains in the sink). These might react with the wax etc.

A good thorough wash to neutralise them, and a re-wax might fix it.

If not then best to seek advice from a professional detailer with the correct equipment to assess the problem.

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Thanks Richard,
I did try washing (I use stardrops as theres no salt in it) then reaplied Meguiars ceramic wax to the bonnet and wing tops to no avail!
I finally removed it using Autoglym Super Resin Polish and will finish off using Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection.
Regards
Nic