Waxoyling, again
Discussion
I wouldn't actually pressure wash anywhere on the car- might bugger up some electrics in the engine bay.
Once all the dirt is dry, use a wire brush/blunt screwdriver in the corners of the chassis/wishbones, dust off and then apply the Waxoyl. DO NOT ALLOW Waxoyl onto the brake discs or exhaust but make sure you cover the upper sides of the wishbones (2" paintbrush).
The instructions ask you to heat the Waxoil for 1/2 an hour in hot water- I found it needed nearly an hour, whilst topping up with freshly boiled water, to get it fluid enough to apply with a spray gun (didn't fancy diluting with white spirit).
Good luck,
Kenny
Once all the dirt is dry, use a wire brush/blunt screwdriver in the corners of the chassis/wishbones, dust off and then apply the Waxoyl. DO NOT ALLOW Waxoyl onto the brake discs or exhaust but make sure you cover the upper sides of the wishbones (2" paintbrush).
The instructions ask you to heat the Waxoil for 1/2 an hour in hot water- I found it needed nearly an hour, whilst topping up with freshly boiled water, to get it fluid enough to apply with a spray gun (didn't fancy diluting with white spirit).
Good luck,
Kenny
Tony Hall said: The waxoyl has all washed off the underside of my car and I only applied it a few months ago.
Heated it on a gas ring - took 10 minutes.
That sounds quite dangerous to me! Isn't waxoyl flammable?
Airing cupboard overnight, followed by an hour in hot water. Or placed on top of the AGA overnight...
re the wheel refurb, there is a post on the S series about suppliers of that service! I had mine powdercoated (similar finish to chim wheels) and they did a cracking job, £30 a wheel (inc VAT)inc tyres off/balance, delivery, collection etc...
Good luck, mail if you want some pics of the finished articles
Rgds
Mike
Good luck, mail if you want some pics of the finished articles
Rgds
Mike
Glad to see its not just me that's had problems getting waxoil to be fluid.
I stand it in a bucket of boiled water - this seems to get it fluid in the can but if you stop spraying for more than a few seconds it goes solid in the feeder tube and spray gun....not that impressed.
Think I'll try brushing it on next time.
Matt
I stand it in a bucket of boiled water - this seems to get it fluid in the can but if you stop spraying for more than a few seconds it goes solid in the feeder tube and spray gun....not that impressed.
Think I'll try brushing it on next time.
Matt
I would only put Waxoyl into closed sections of bodywork not onto exposed surfaces - it's messy and doesn't last. I only use Tectyl 506 by Valvoline on exposed surfaces - it's almost clear so you can see what's happening underneath it, it's easy to apply by brush or spray straight from the can, it doesn't wash of in normal use (only removed by very hot steam washer), it's reasonably priced (£20 per 5 litres)and is used by MOD to store tanks, etc. It comes in 5 litre cans and in a small aerosol spray (handy for inaccessible areas).
Jigs
PS I don't work for Valvoline or sell the stuff so I'm giving you my impartial opinion.
>> Edited by jigs on Tuesday 22 April 22:35
Jigs
PS I don't work for Valvoline or sell the stuff so I'm giving you my impartial opinion.
>> Edited by jigs on Tuesday 22 April 22:35
griff2be said:
Tony Hall said: The waxoyl has all washed off the underside of my car and I only applied it a few months ago.
Heated it on a gas ring - took 10 minutes.
That sounds quite dangerous to me! Isn't waxoyl flammable?
Yes, it's paraffin wax dissolved in white spirit. If it's anything like Nikwax (used for Barber jackets & walking boots) it burns quite briskly. (Don't ask).
WindsorRob said: Zumbruk,
Notice you mentioned wheels going to be refurbed - just wondering who you use, where they are and how much you pay. Bought a chim a month ago and are just lining up a few jobs to get it A1. The one place I've enquired at to now is £100 per wheel - seems a bit steep.
I've taken them to Pristine Wheels in Woburn Sands. Approx. £50/wheel.
Gassing Station | Chimaera | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff