dollywobbler Posted October 22, 2016 Author Share Posted October 22, 2016 Which, judging by the birds I've seen flying around our neighbour's Mazda 6 estate with tinted windows, is why it's forever getting covered in crap. They're fighting with their reflection. Doesn't explain the robin Mrs DW caught on camera shitting on the roof. He looked a bit startled when he noticed that he was being watched. I've been lucky really. He's made a serious mess of the mirrors on next door's Disco. Fabergé Greggs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabergé Greggs Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 I skim-read that as "that doesn't explain why I caught Mrs DW shiting on the roof" The Moog, They_all_do_that_sir, gm and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuboy Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Doesn't explain the robin Mrs DW caught on camera shitting on the roof. He looked a bit startled when he noticed that he was being watched. I've been lucky really. He's made a serious mess of the mirrors on next door's Disco.get a cat.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted October 22, 2016 Author Share Posted October 22, 2016 get a cat.. We have one. He's hopeless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 We have one. He's hopeless. no he's just a member of the RSPB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Why did I decide to start polishing the roof? WHY?! The paint is utterly, utterly knackered. I suspect surfboards may have been stashed on the roof of this thing in a former life. The polish isn't really cutting through it, so I've got swirl marks everywhere. Better than it was I guess - have just paused because it naturally started raining once I'd got underway. oldcars 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Mask it all off and rattle can it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplebargeken Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Get it vinyl wrapped. The roof that is, not the shitting bird. Actually...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 perhaps an oppertunity for a littel orange? Slartibartfast 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted October 24, 2016 Author Share Posted October 24, 2016 I really fancy a patterned orange roof. Slartibartfast 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
They_all_do_that_sir Posted October 24, 2016 Share Posted October 24, 2016 I really fancy a patterned orange roof.This would definitely suit a funky roof Sent from my VF695 using Tapatalk Slartibartfast 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket88 Posted October 24, 2016 Share Posted October 24, 2016 Rattle can it black,get some lace curtains, and a can of orange paint.......proceed at your leisure. Slartibartfast, Danblez and oldcars 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted October 24, 2016 Share Posted October 24, 2016 Rattle can it black,get some lace curtains, and a can of orange paint.......proceed at your leisure. I think I saw that technique on an episode of Pimp My Ride (possibly UK) and the results looked surprisingly good. Although they were using House of Colors Something Candy gloss cos that's what they always use on PMR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted October 24, 2016 Share Posted October 24, 2016 orange hammerite to get an orange skin/peel effect? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted October 27, 2016 Author Share Posted October 27, 2016 In effect, I'm allowed 500 miles per month in this car, which is a shame, as I think this'll be the third week during my ownership where it has clocked up over 500 miles in a week. Currently in Kent. Had to nip out for a photoshoot for a magazine. Snapped this on the way back. Super-light steering, woeful handling and a fair bit of width don't make it a great drive on the narrow, twisty back roads of rural Sussex and Kent. Mind you, I did remind myself that a Lexus LS400 would be even wider. egg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted October 30, 2016 Author Share Posted October 30, 2016 Today, we left leafy Sussex behind. Seeing as my mobile armchair/wardrobe/bed has deep pile carpets, I thought I'd enjoy my slippers on the way back. Apart from dickhead Sunday drivers clogging up the middle lanes of the motorways, or doing that 'overtaking then slowing down in front of you' thing, the journey home was an absolute joy. The Honda just loped along, there was no traffic, no drama. Even better, when we got within a few miles of home, my grey import found another TWO grey imports! The ride is pretty bloody bouncy though. I'm starting to wonder if fresh shocks might be a good idea. I mean, the RAV is hardly the last word in ride comfort, but it does at least feel well damped. Overall though, still loving it, just slightly worried about the mileage - I've clocked up over 2000 in it already. egg, Coprolalia and Six-cylinder 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twosmoke300 Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Honda beat ! Love them but struggle to get in them #fatknacker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 The Honda is about to undertake another busy weekend, back in Birmingham. So I gave it a wash. I was trying to test Autoglym's Rapid Aqua Wax. It's appealing, because you squirt it on the car you've just washed, smear it around a bit and then buff it all off. Very easy to use, but while I was pleased with the result, others have pointed out that it's hardly delicious waxy beading. It may not have helped that it rained HEAVILY during the application phase, so quite a bit of it may have got washed off, even though I frantically dashed around the car, getting soaked, to try and wipe it uniformly all over the car. I got the bonnet done before the heavens really opened. I certainly like how easy it is to use, but will have to see A. How well it holds up over the next few days and B. Whether I get a stronger beading effect next time. It'll never be as good as using a proper, waxy wax though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beko1987 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 I love Aqua Wax, it works very well. And you can use it on a wet vehicle! A very cheap quick detailer, and it smells nice too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 It does smell very pleasant - and it certainly got used on a wet vehicle today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcars Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Its great stuff, i can smell it from here I find it works best as a top up for a already waxed car. beko1987 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 The Honda's paint is thoroughly knackered, which doesn't help. Mind you, Autoglym accidentally sent me some paintwork renovator stuff, so maybe I should buy myself an orbital polisher... oldcars 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 The Honda is about to undertake another busy weekend, back in Birmingham. So I gave it a wash. I was trying to test Autoglym's Rapid Aqua Wax. It's appealing, because you squirt it on the car you've just washed, smear it around a bit and then buff it all off. Very easy to use, but while I was pleased with the result, others have pointed out that it's hardly delicious waxy beading. It may not have helped that it rained HEAVILY during the application phase, so quite a bit of it may have got washed off, even though I frantically dashed around the car, getting soaked, to try and wipe it uniformly all over the car. I got the bonnet done before the heavens really opened. I certainly like how easy it is to use, but will have to see A. How well it holds up over the next few days and B. Whether I get a stronger beading effect next time. It'll never be as good as using a proper, waxy wax though. what areas are we likely to see this fine chariot kerb crawling cruising around should we be wanting to wave? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 10, 2016 Author Share Posted November 10, 2016 what areas are we likely to see this fine chariot kerb crawling cruising around should we be wanting to wave? Commuting between Bromsgrove and the NEC for the most part. GLAMOROUS. Would be pretty decent for kerb crawling given the large doors, tinted glass and practical seating arrangement. Quite punch to escape the rozzers too. However, I'm happily married and wouldn't even know where to insert the credit card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcars Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 The Honda's paint is thoroughly knackered, which doesn't help. Mind you, Autoglym accidentally sent me some paintwork renovator stuff, so maybe I should buy myself an orbital polisher...Wish they would send me some stuff by accident If the paint is a bit swirly try some AG super resin polish, it can be used by hand. Has very slight cut but masks very well. I have a polisher you could borrow, shame your not a bit nearer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5speedracer Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 In effect, I'm allowed 500 miles per month in this car, which is a shame, as I think this'll be the third week during my ownership where it has clocked up over 500 miles in a week. Currently in Kent. Had to nip out for a photoshoot for a magazine. Snapped this on the way back. Super-light steering, woeful handling and a fair bit of width don't make it a great drive on the narrow, twisty back roads of rural Sussex and Kent. Mind you, I did remind myself that a Lexus LS400 would be even wider.How do the insurance Co know how many miles you do, photographic evidence?Make it up methinks!!! Sent from my X17 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barefoot Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 Online MOT's ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Q Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 I've just renewed with footman James, they used to ask for mileage every year but now they just say they will want the last 3 years MOTs if you claim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabergé Greggs Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 I've just renewed with footman James, they used to ask for mileage every year but now they just say they will want the last 3 years MOTs if you claim. What would happen if you were over? I reckon you'd have to pay extra premium, surely you're not just suddenly uninsured if you go over... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Q Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 They can't not pay out the 3rd party element but they can absolutely refuse to pay for your damages if it says so in your T&Cs. Best thing is to ring them and pay the extra if you look like going over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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