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I have mine set up so it only turns on when the ignition is on, I'll send a picture later today. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

This is the guide. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Looks about right, I've never used valet pro clay bar, I use bilthamber. Is this the polish you intend to use or are you using it as a wax? It looks like a "cleanser polish" with wax built in, could be a glaze, I don't know the product.... I would use a more dedicated last stage protection over that as if your already polishing you won't need the cleaning/glazes of that polish/wax, I mean it'll be fine but there are better products to use. I can't really advice as I've only used paste waxes/sealants by hand. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

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Yeah, how does the standard manifold hold up from your research? Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

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This must be a new rule? I yes drove 3 86's at 3 different dealerships, Colne Derby and Nottingham, with no issue and I was 24 at the time. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Yeah I guess, I've never been one for German styling. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

The 86 is very easy to live with, the only thing is more than 1 passenger. But with the rear seats down you can fit alot of stuff in, very convenient for DIY trips Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

I think your over compensating..... 🤣 Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

I mean it's best for you to get hands on the DA. Not sure I would let you go wild on my car... If you bring it over cleanish and we just deep clean the bonnet. Would look a little funny after but you could learn the DA. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Yeah, good point. Overkill for paste waxes, you need to use so little and have to keep putting the applicator back into the tub often so you don't overload the applicator. Liquid based products on the DA Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Yes, i apply paste waxes by hand I use cheap ones 5 for a pound. OK, well if you fancy getting some guidance and going over a panel I'm only in Derby. Is that meguires paste wax? Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Where are you based? Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Oh applying wax.... Get some small foam applicators and apply using small circles, real thin coats, like as thin as you can, you can't get too thin, leave it for the time on the wax instructions and buff off using a good Microfibre. I normally do two panels. Once I've finished panel 2 panel 1 is normally good to buff and then once panel one is buffed panel 2 is ready to buff. Rinse and repeat. What wax are you using? Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Yes, I use a das6 pro with those pads and backing plate. Start with a finishing Polish and that green pad and see how you go! As long as you don't smack the machine/plate into the panel you'll be fine. Also Pro tips keep the chord looped over your shoulder so it doesn't bash the car plus get yourself some tape to put on the trim/badges so you don't damage them with the polish and machine. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

https://www.shopnshine.co.uk/chemical-guys/chemical-guys-hex-logic-5-5-pads?page=2 https://www.shopnshine.co.uk/chemical-guys/chemical-guys-hex-logic-4-spot-pads?page=2 https://www.shopnshine.co.uk/75mm-dual-action-backing-plate?search=Back%20plate Use code DW75 for shop n shine Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

So I have some experience with a DA but by no means a pro. I'm guessing you know the basics. A 3" backing plate is almost essential along with equivalent pads to polish things like the spoiler, details on the front bumper, wing mirrors etc. So the pads differ in firmness (is that a word?) the firmer the pad the harsher the cut as it will press the abrasive into the paint harder (if you maintain the same arm pressure) black is a finishing pad, good for glazes and fine polishes, green is a moderate polish pad good for most polishing duties on the 86 and orange is a cutting/heavy polish pad I haven't had to you this yet still sealed in the package but I've never gone for 100% perfection free. I haven't tried to do a whole car in one as it is longer than I have patience to work on a cars paintwork but one of each pad in both sizes is good for doing 1-3 panels, don't see why you can't do the whole car... But you need to clean the polish out the pad after each panel. A panel wipe is pretty much essential to remove any fillers post polishing to inspect your work along with a high powered led torch. Make sure you decontaminate fully before polishing. Oh and a few decent Microfibre to remove polish residue and buff after panel wipe. Anything else fire away!! [emoji2] Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk 2

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Couple of cheap tyres nothing special, wondered if anyone would want them for spares or whatever. 2 tyres 215 45 17 R Evergreen EU72. No damage good condition. 1 has 8000 miles 5mm tread £35 ono 1 has 2000 miles 6mm tread £50 ono Can do a deal if you buy both. Can deliver if your close or for petrol if not. Based in Derby. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Thanks Mike I'm going to have to withdraw, had an offer for another 2nd hand cat back I couldn't turn up. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Looks legitimate matey, I like chemical guys hex logic pads, orange green and black. You'll find with the gt86 soft paint that a finishing Polish with the green pad will get all the swirls out but you will need more aggression for the random deep scratches. I use menzerna but lots of people use meguires. If they are still liquid I'm sure they are fine. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Sorry to hear of your predicament mate. I have used Chemical guys gear before but never ordered from them direct, I must admit I do not rate their gear that highly, there is alot of hype to them. Where are you based? is it near midlands? I use Shopnshine.co.uk for my stuff and I go straight to their depot. Very good customer service and you can get a detailing world discount DW75 I think it's 7.5% off. Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Yeah was a shame. Need to be able to put peoples names to forum names Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk

Welcome! Looking forward to seeing the build Sent from my STF-L09 using Tapatalk