What have you done with your Polo so far (and today)

[Frostee]

I'll be interested to hear how you go. I have read reports that with tint on the rear window and with the auto-dimming rear view mirror, when it dims at night you literally can't see out the back window.

Jury is still out for me as to whether or not to get tinting.

[Corey_R]

Just turn off the auto-dimming... there is a button on the mirror.

In my R, it unfortunately came with the factory dark tint. I put Solargard HP Quantum 52 on that, so I'm down to say 22% VLT on the rear window. I leave the auto-dimming off permanently, and only press it if some douche in a 4WD behind me has their high beams on or something like that.

[ATYPIC]

I'll be interested to hear how you go. I have read reports that with tint on the rear window and with the auto-dimming rear view mirror, when it dims at night you literally can't see out the back window.

Jury is still out for me as to whether or not to get tinting.

I know what you mean and for those with the comfort pack (dimming mirrors) this would be a concern but for me it doesn't really pose a problem >> touch wood...as I don't have the comfort pack.

[gavs]

Just turn off the auto-dimming... there is a button on the mirror.

In my R, it unfortunately came with the factory dark tint. I put Solargard HP Quantum 52 on that, so I'm down to say 22% VLT on the rear window. I leave the auto-dimming off permanently, and only press it if some douche in a 4WD behind me has their high beams on or something like that.

I don't plan on having to look out the back of mine because everyone will be in the distance anyway

[Hail22]

Thanks all.

As you say, it's more an inconvenience and everyone is safe so it's not the end of the world but finding a decent smash repairer who does insurance jobs and who isn't snowed under with work is a struggle.

Anyone know anyone decent around Artarmon in Sydney? I'd go with Jack Hillermans if I could but they shy away from any insurance jobs in my experience.

G'day mate, Concours in Hotham parade/avenue is great, used them and they get only genuine VW parts

[payno]

"What have you done with your Polo so far (and today)?"

Well today was the first time I have given the keys to anyone else (the detailer). She's having a sleepover. Please be gentle.

Can't wait to see the results tomorrow though.

[icekrmx]

Hi guys,

I have a rieger kit for sale if anyone is interested please let me know.

The kit consists of a front spoiler, rear apron and carbon look side skirts.

I bought it from octimex, asking price is $1200.

Would prefer pick up/can deliver if you live in the western suburbs

I am located in Melbourne

Pictures below:
Rear apron.jpg
carbon sideskirts.JPG
front spoiler.JPG
sideskirt 2.JPG

If you need more pictures, let me know and ill try take them

[GTI mk6]

I'll be interested to hear how you go. I have read reports that with tint on the rear window and with the auto-dimming rear view mirror, when it dims at night you literally can't see out the back window.

Jury is still out for me as to whether or not to get tinting.

Frostee, I have the auto dimming rear view mirror and street legal tint, hasnt been an issue but don't do lots of night driving.
Didn't consider it till I read your post, so must be okay

[sVWatt]

Frostee, I have the auto dimming rear view mirror and street legal tint, hasnt been an issue but don't do lots of night driving.
Didn't consider it till I read your post, so must be okay

me too - street max tint, auto dim - works a treat - no squinting or lowering my head / eyes = still clear enough to see lights and car outlines etc

[GTI JOE]

I know my car is new, but I tell you what, there was still a lot of dirt that came off it. Took me about 4 hours today:
1. wash and dry
2. clay bar
3. nanolex spray sealant on wheels
4. nanloex paint cleaner on body
5. nanolex sealant on body
6. glass and interior clean
I'm buggered now, but will try to take some pics later this arvo

[Sword_Dude]

I know my car is new, but I tell you what, there was still a lot of dirt that came off it. Took me about 4 hours today:
1. wash and dry
2. clay bar
3. nanolex spray sealant on wheels
4. nanloex paint cleaner on body
5. nanolex sealant on body
6. glass and interior clean
I'm buggered now, but will try to take some pics later this arvo

But I bet it's looking the goods now!!

How did you find the Nanolex, easy due to the cooler weather?

Did you use the nanolex wheel sealant, and did you do both sides of the wheels?

cheers

[Frostee]

I know my car is new, but I tell you what, there was still a lot of dirt that came off it. Took me about 4 hours today:
1. wash and dry
2. clay bar
3. nanolex spray sealant on wheels
4. nanloex paint cleaner on body
5. nanolex sealant on body
6. glass and interior clean
I'm buggered now, but will try to take some pics later this arvo

Good stuff. I ran out of time to do it today. Too many things to get out of the way and was just too late to start. Will do it weekend after next.

I just have the Nanolex sealant in the bottle. Do you recommend the spray for the wheels?

[GTI JOE]

Thanks Guys,
Nanolex is easy to apply but I wouldn't wait 10-15 minutes as is recommended in the instructions as it dries pretty quickly, maybe 5-7minutes. I used the Nanolex Spray Sealant on the wheels...and NO, just the face of the wheels...not inside...too much bloody work.
BTW, the Nanolex Spray Sealant is good for wheels and body, will be using this product from time to time after normal washes to keep the coating of the Nanloex to a sufficient level. Hope this helps

[Corey_R]

Nanolex is easy to apply but I wouldn't wait 10-15 minutes as is recommended in the instructions as it dries pretty quickly, maybe 5-7minutes.

I agree with this. I left it for 10 minutes on the first panel I was doing and it was a bugger to get off. I'm not sure if it's cause the instructions are wrong, or whether it's because of the cold weather atm... it was about 10 degrees when I was using the nanolex...

[Sword_Dude]

Thanks Guys,
Nanolex is easy to apply but I wouldn't wait 10-15 minutes as is recommended in the instructions as it dries pretty quickly, maybe 5-7minutes. I used the Nanolex Spray Sealant on the wheels...and NO, just the face of the wheels...not inside...too much bloody work.
BTW, the Nanolex Spray Sealant is good for wheels and body, will be using this product from time to time after normal washes to keep the coating of the Nanloex to a sufficient level. Hope this helps

Thanks Joe,

I was thinking of using the Nanolex wheel sealant, but the spray sealant seems like a much better option.

So does the cold weather make Nanolex dry quicker or slower?

cheerws