Gtechniq - thumbs up

[RobPhoboS]

I just wanted to say I'm thoroughly impressed with the couple of products I've bought by this company, at the moment C4 (not the explosive), and G1/G2.

The glass kit was something I've wanted to try out for a while, and you definitely need to prep the car properly first of all, so watch their video to avoid disappointment.

Although I need to fit some new wipers, I rubbed them down with IPA and upon first use this morning zero juddering and the water just rolled away. The rear screen also had cleared itself after a couple of mins (so after a few weeks I'll have a better idea if it's worth removing the rear wiper), so I'm impressed thus far.

Obviously it's only been a couple of days with the C4 applied to plastic but it all looks like new, and was very easy to apply once again.

I'll be ordering a few more bits from them in due course but much like Bilt Hamber stuff, I like it and it works

[dErZ]

Who needs wipers when you have C4 or RainX

[RobPhoboS]

Exactly.

I have been using the spray on RainX for about a year or so but it always needs reapplying after a week or two (for good results). Obviously the gtechniq stuff is different, so I'm hoping for a year or so before needing to reapply

[coldel]

I can vouch for the C5 wheel sealant, pricey but utterly awesome at protecting those precious alloys.

[rtbiscuit]

heard good stuff about their products, when the dodo runs down its on my too try list

[RobPhoboS]

C5 is on my shopping list right this moment, looks like a little bit of prep work but luckily Leigh had taken care of the wheels so they are in great condition.

[ThriftyFifty]

I just wanted to say I'm thoroughly impressed with the couple of products I've bought by this company, at the moment C4 (not the explosive)

 

I would be worried if you could mix those up, on the upside you'd have no windows for rain to stick to.

[Kev T]

I can also recommend the C1 crystal lacquer, takes a lot of prep but the result is great and long lasting

[ThriftyFifty]

Or just go nuts and grab a can of EXO then coat the entire car in it

Edited November 16, 2012 by ThriftyFifty

[Kev T]

TBH i couldn't justify the cost of EXO and didn't think the benefits outweighed the C1 also Exo should be applied at very warm temps which is difficult to achieve without some sort of heating booth.

[sipar69]

I recently gave my Z a really good clean and polish then followed up with some of this http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/sealants/chemical-guys-jet-seal-109/prod_484.html

- very good stuff

[Kev T]

Certainly good reviews but i am at a loss to understand how it can be applied in 20mins then bond to the paintwork if old wax is not stripped off first,

[sipar69]

Certainly good reviews but i am at a loss to understand how it can be applied in 20mins then bond to the paintwork if old wax is not stripped off first,

 

Yeah - I only use it when I've give the car a really good clean + removal of existing wax etc.

[RobPhoboS]

Certainly good reviews but i am at a loss to understand how it can be applied in 20mins then bond to the paintwork if old wax is not stripped off first,

 

I'm pretty sure you remove everything from the surface if you're going to use EXO.

 

 

Application instructions

• Perfect the surface to be coated
  
• Degrease the surface using silicon remover (panel wipe)
  
• Ensure the surface is >20C prior to application
  
• For gloss or hard non absorbent matte surfaces spray product onto a MF1 cloth, spread, remove residue with a second MF1 cloth and repeat 20 minutes later to the same area
  
• For absorbent finishes such as stone or fabric ensure surfaces are very dry and spray directly onto the surface using the mist setting ensuring full saturation
  
• Allow 48 hours for the coating to fully cure before wetting
  

 

I'll consider doing it at a friends purpose built workshop in Sevenoaks but I think it wouldn't be advisable outside now.