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I'm in Australia, we have a pre release on the the Swirl Killer machine, but I would love to get a mini as well, for more versatility
Sorry if my question was a little hard to understand
I second this request for the mini to be made available here in Australia
Same here.
We hear you and we're working on it. The supply is limited and we are looking to ramp up stockpiles in the coming months. Thank you for your passion and patience as we work close with HQ to find a solution
- bagration, joelilton23 and avimore
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Absolutely. Joseph, the Aussie distributor is on 6G too. He is a fantastic detailer and is more than happy to answer your questions...... He has put up with mine for years now haha and has really made me a better detailer
Second Josephs helpfulness! Has really helped me with picking up my game over the last 6 months, with great advice in picking the right products to get my cars looking great
I'd agree with you - I sent him an e-mail and he replied overnight - clearly an awesome dude. I'll hit him up for more advice on the Oz end as well.
Surprise I'm on here as well!
Fellas! Thanks! Anytime you need advice, guidance or just want to show off the shine, reach out anytime and I'll get to you as soon as humanly possible.
@AusTroy I love answering questions, it's what I'm here for.
@joelilton23 looking forward to the next 6 months and beyond of shine
@bagration I never sleep so happy to answer your emails asap
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It was on my partners car and she had to drive that afternoon, otherwise I would have loved to have left it on overnight to really bond to the paint before wiping it off. Had no issues though, came straight off with ease.
We haven't got the new formula here in Aus to try yet, but I can't imagine it would be any harder to wipe off.
It's on its way. Damn carrier pigeons!
There is always a delay from US release to AU due to shipping times and popularity of some items. We're onto it along with out of stock items and some new product releases.
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I was thinking of that, but I have 3 16oz G&G sitting here that I'm not going to get through (from MB) and as the trim coating is quite expensive here in Australia, is it possible just to use G&G by itself as a temporary coating?
Let's do something about that trim coating for you.
Further, why do you still have 3 16oz. G&G? Use this as a drying agent every wash and you'll notice the benefits. Use it on glass, trim, paint, wheels. Everything!
If you're not satisfied with G&G let's swap them for something else for you.
- mathews31, falcaineer, K81Chevy and 3 others
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Are you using this with Tire & Rubber Cleaner or All Purpose Cleaner? Just thinking you'd want to let the cleaner do most of the work for you then lightly agitate with the brush. Then rinse and assess the result
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Sounds like a paint repair in the area going bad. Some abrasion and heat and off came the paint especially near a raised body line.
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Whats up guys
So I have been an adams user for about two years now and I obviously have the bug, no question about it. As I got more into I joined the forums, researched more, and am slowly gathering myself to buy a paint correction kit and finally make my way into correcting and doing a full detail. I have done the whole decon wash, clay, seal, wax, and polish or a G&G wash numerous times so my paint has been well protected for the past two years, especially because I don't drive the truck in the winter. I am a college student and a few weeks ago I took the truck out of storage and brought it down to school. As I posted in the "Detail Write up" section, I had done a good wash and guard and gloss along with a few other things to protect the truck for the 3 week stay in the school parking lot outside. With all this being said here are a few things I have noticed and have some questions on:
-Where I applied VRT, it looks as if it has streaked down and onto the paint, like under my door handles, is this from applying too much product?
- After a claying, washing, and sealing the glass properly, i must say I am not overly impressed with the way the water runs off the windshield. The truck sat for about a week before i drove it in the rain, but when i did, its not like it was flying off my windshield or anything, and when I used my wipers, they left some water behind. Are my wipers bad? What did I do wrong?
-And lastly, after the rain, I did not get much beading and it almost felt like the water was just kind of sitting on my paint (if that makes any sense)
I am not posting this post to bash on these products, I absolutely love them and will not forever be an adams user, I am posting just wondering what I did wrong. I usually haven't seen results like this after a wash. Could it be that the truck just sits outside and doesn't move often? I do not drive it often at school but I do go and visit it almost every day lol, just to make sure no one has touched it or messed with it. You could say I'm a little OCD but I'm sure a lot of you understand.
Any help would be much appreciated
Jack these are all valid questions and I'll try to answer them in short and try to not repeat previous replies.
Regarding the VRT, it does sound too much product was applied or a follow up wipe with an edgeless towel was skipped. Try to apply a little less product and wipe with a fresh towel to avoid streaking. Adam's designs their products so a little goes a very long way.
With the windshield and the water run-off effect I personally get the best results when I clay glass with glass cleaner as opposed to detail spray and apply the sealant in a cross hatch pattern, allow it to cure a little longer than usually and proceed to remove the residue with a glass towel. If it becomes a little too difficult to remove the sealant in some spots, a spritz of Glass cleaner will help a ton. The water sheeting, beading while you drive is purely subjective and will be dependent on how fast you're driving and how heavy the rain is falling. It may be the wipers causing an issue but before you head to the local auto parts store, try spraying APC on a terry towel and wiping the wiper blades. Sometimes a fair amount of gunk builds up under them making them ineffective. If you still get streaking while using the wipers, time for some new ones.
Lastly regarding the water beading, I will need to clarify. When you say you didn't get much beading and the water was just sitting on your paint, was it sitting in bead formation or just flat with no beading?
If it was flat completely with no beading try applying a second coat to the area. Paints are pourous and will absorb product differently, especially horizontal panels are they receive the brunt of the weather and sunlight.
If it is beading all over but the beads were stationary, this is normal and a good indication that there is product there decreasing the surface tension of the clear coat and providing protection. Unfortunately no matter which product you use if it is raining and the car isn't moving beads will remain stationary on the paint, especially on horizontal panels. Unless your car's paint is exactly like a lotus leaf the water won't roll up and fall off.
Another thing to keep in mind that beads are not the sole identifier of whether there is protection on the paint. It is simply playing with surface tension.
I hope this helps and I look forward to some photos if you have the issue in future
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Welcome Davie! If you need supplies in Australia, reach out anytime!
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Yeah. Well the vehicle would be unoccupied when running the machine and would be ventilated before removing the machine
That's fair enough. At the end of the day it would be a question of risk vs. reward, especially when running a business.
Since the USA and Australia are highly litigious societies (among others) it pays to know the risks involved. Most of these OG machines are ineffective at killing mould and bacteria anyway, which is the main source of most putrid of smells.
I guess I'm just cautious and can't justify using one, but that's me.
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Hi Zach,
We looked into the possibility of using an Ozone generator for our detailing service in Australia. After some research we discovered some risks to using one. I understand that this article is taken from an Australian Government health website (other links for US at the end) but there are some points to consider no matter where you're located in the world.
Ozone GeneratorsOzone generators are being promoted as an effective method to clean indoor air pollution and odours. However ozone is a lung irritant that can cause adverse health effects.
Last updated: 13 May 2015Introduction
Ozone generators are being promoted as an effective method to clean indoor air pollution and odours. However ozone is associated with adverse health effects.
Available scientific evidence shows that ozone concentrations that are safe to breathe are unlikely to be effective in controlling indoor air pollution.
Manufacturers and vendors of ozone devices use a variety terms to describe ozone. Terms such as "energized oxygen" or "pure air" suggest that ozone is a "healthy" kind of oxygen. However, ozone is a toxic gas with very different properties to oxygen. Whether it is a pure form or mixed with other chemicals, ozone can be harmful to health.
Ozone: Good up high, bad nearby
Ozone, O3, is composed of three atoms of oxygen. Two atoms of oxygen form the basic oxygen molecule. The additional third atom makes ozone an unstable, highly reactive gas. The ozone layer in the upper atmosphere helps filter out damaging ultraviolet radiation from the sun, but ozone in the air we breathe is irritative to the eye, nose, throat and lungs and can have a significant negative impact on health.
These proven adverse health effects have resulted in the Australian Government setting standards for ozone in outdoor air.
What does an ozone generator do?
An ozone generator is a device designed to produce the gas ozone. Ozone is used effectively in water purification, but ozone in air must reach high levels to remove air pollutants.
Health experts warn that it is important to control conditions to ensure that no person or pet becomes exposed to high levels of ozone. Ozone also masks the odour of some pollutants by impairing a person's sense of smell.
Further, ozone is not effective for killing bacteria or mould in materials such as air conditioning duct lining and ceiling tiles.
Risks of using ozone generators
Some people are more susceptible than others and may be more likely to experience adverse health effects. People at particular risk are children, the elderly and people with asthma.
Exposure to ozone- Can cause eye, nose, throat and lung irritation, cough and shortness of breath.
- May exacerbate chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma.
- Is likely to increase hospital admissions and emergency room visits for respiratory disease.
- Can also adversely affect indoor plants, and damage materials such as rubber, electrical wire coatings, and fabrics.
Some effective ways to control indoor air pollution
There are several simple and effective methods of controlling indoor air pollution and odours, including source control, ventilation and air cleaning. It is important to note that mould is a common source of odours in homes.
Source control is most effective and easy to implement:
- Remove products and materials, which cause indoor air pollution, or replace with an alternative non-polluting product.
- If no alternative product is available, store the polluting source elsewhere, for example paint thinners are best stored in a detached garage or shed.
- If you can not remove the source, try to reduce its strength. For example, sometimes formaldehyde-emitting materials such as MDF can be sealed to reduce the rate of emission.
- Do not allow people to smoke in your home.
- Routinely clean wet or moist surfaces to prevent mould and bacterial growth.
- Fix plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible and dry all items completely.
- Separate damp areas from living areas and keep bathroom doors closed to reduce humidity in your home. For example vent clothes dryers to outside or locate the washing machine in a separate laundry.
Ventilation is also effective and commonly used:
- Install an exhaust fan close to the source of pollutants or moisture such as the cooking stove, dishwasher and washing machine.
- Keep the windows open as often as possible to allow air to circulate.
- Run the bathroom fan or open the window when showering.
Air cleaning by itself does not adequately reduce indoor air pollution, however it can be used in combination with source control and ventilation. Air filters, electronic particle air cleaners and ionizers can be used to remove airborne particles. Gas adsorbing material (eg activated charcoal) is sometimes used to remove gaseous pollutants. Air cleaners are relatively costly.
To be effective they require proper sizing, installation and use (according to the manufacturers directions), and maintenance, so they are more suitable for use in workplaces rather than homes. Maintenance costs, such as replacement of filters, can be significant. If you choose to use an air cleaner such as an electrostatic precipitator or ionizer in your home or work, it is important to ensure that it does not produce ozone as a by-product.
Further Information- Department of the California Environmental Protection Agency - Air Resources Board
- Health Canada: Consumer Product Warning
- National Environment Protection Measure for Ambient Air Quality - Air Quality Standards
- US Environmental Protection Agency: Ozone Generators that are Sold as Air Cleaners
- US Environmental Protection Agency: Sources of Indoor Air Pollution Improving Indoor Air Quality
- In NSW call 1300 066 055 to talk to your local Public Health Unit
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Just so everyone knows, this was put on hold for a little while, but we are still evaluating, and I do believe Adam plans on testing out a newest version this weekend to possibly introduce as a part of a professional line of products later down the road. Stay tuned for any updates
The hills are alive, with the sound of music!
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It sounds like you've almost made up your mind.
When shopping for new tools assess your needs vs. want. If you can get away with the one polisher, great!
If you have the funds then go for broke.
I personally have the Cyclo, Rupes 21 & 15, Flex 3401, PC and a Duetto. Severe overkill but I have a detailing business and having multiple machines is needed on certain jobs and it is nice to have backup in case one fails mid-job.
Having said this the 15 & 21 are my go-to machines and can complete 80-90% of work across the vehicles I've done. The are great machines.
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Are you buying based on spec sheets alone?
I recommend that you try both (maybe some detailing buddies have one of each) and see which suits you the best. At the end of the day no matter which you choose it is going to be your go to tool and many hours in your hands.
Personally when I'm shopping for a new polisher I look at 3 things, build quality, power to pad ratio and user comfort.
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any suggestions on where to look for such products as a fabric sealant and odor eliminator?
Maybe in the interim invest in a small steam cleaner for odor elimination. This way you can use steam to kill bacteria which causes many odors and rejuvenate the fabric in seats and/or carpets. This will save you a ton in chemicals in the long run.
Regarding sealing the fabric, there may or may not be something in development as Dan said
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Widebodys, Widebodys everywhere! Looks like a great event!!
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To put things into perspective I apply H20 Guard and Gloss to our mobile detailing VW Caddy. And it does see some abuse and the harsh Australian environment. I apply Guard & Gloss at the beginning of every month and wash maintenance is real low.
All it takes to clean the Caddy with regular applications is a pressure wash, foam lance, rinse and it's back to fresh and clean paint.
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Hi Pete,
On the Rupes 21 what machine speed and pressure are you using?
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Roll up folks! Scientists have found water on Mars.
We are planning a mission to establish the very first detailing base on the red planet. Detailing experience with Adams Polishes is necessary.
Forget your Bugatti Veyron's and Pagani's, now is your chance to work on true multi billion dollar vehicles!
The USA led mission uses the best technology and needs the best products that are made in the USA to keep that red dust at bay.
Launch scheduled October 21st, 2023.
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Welcome! Nothing wrong with VW or Euro auto. Can't wait to see the results of the stage 2 tune!
Shout out to the Australian Distributors of Adams
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Hi Paul, you got it pal! Apologies I just saw this. I don't have much time anymore to peruse the forums lately.
I'm glad that we could get that sorted for you. I'm thankful for your business and sharing praise of our small division of Adam's down-under.