Not joined yet? Register for free and enjoy features such as alerts, private messaging and viewing latest posts and topics.

Protecting the underbody...

Claying, polishing, waxing... share your secrets in here.
Post Reply
User avatar
ph001
Lifer
Lifer
Posts: 3870
Joined: Mon Oct 31, 2016 5:53 pm
Location: N. Yorkshire.

Protecting the underbody...

Post by ph001 » Tue Oct 10, 2017 6:06 pm

Thinking of getting a bit of prep done on the underside before winter hits. Heard some great things about this stuff...

https://www.bilthamber.com/dynax-ub

.and perhaps a gun to apply (exactly the same as the Sealey SG18 but not branded) ....

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Professional-P ... VGNSJDA3NW

Anybody done or thinking similar??
2007 E85 Z4 3.0Si manual :driving:
19" CSL's | Eibach Springs | Aeroskirts | Z4M front bumper | Clear brake light | ZHP | RCH+| Stubby

2004 E46 M3 coupe manual - gone but not forgotten.

Image

Online
User avatar
markplant
Lifer
Lifer
Posts: 3668
Joined: Mon Jul 21, 2014 8:16 pm
Location: Sheffield

Protecting the underbody...

Post by markplant » Tue Oct 10, 2017 7:13 pm

Also look up raptor liner, as used by stevie.w in this V10 build
3.0 Manual. Sterling Grey. Cream leather Electric an Heated. Professional Navigation/Sony tablet replacement. Storm Werks . an parts waiting to be fitted

User avatar
ph001
Lifer
Lifer
Posts: 3870
Joined: Mon Oct 31, 2016 5:53 pm
Location: N. Yorkshire.

Protecting the underbody...

Post by ph001 » Tue Oct 10, 2017 7:50 pm

Thanks, will look that up. I know the usual waxoil types of underbody sealer have had some bad press of late with peeling off and water getting in underneath which just exasperates the problem.

I think on the Z4, the brake pipes are the most vulnerable.
2007 E85 Z4 3.0Si manual :driving:
19" CSL's | Eibach Springs | Aeroskirts | Z4M front bumper | Clear brake light | ZHP | RCH+| Stubby

2004 E46 M3 coupe manual - gone but not forgotten.

Image

scooobydont
Member
Member
Posts: 258
Joined: Thu Feb 16, 2017 8:05 pm
Location: Central Scotland

Protecting the underbody...

Post by scooobydont » Fri Oct 13, 2017 8:46 am

BH have a new product coming out. This thread is with a read:

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/s ... p?t=398805

Mike6
Senior Member
Senior Member
Posts: 1073
Joined: Thu Aug 20, 2015 1:17 pm

Protecting the underbody...

Post by Mike6 » Fri Oct 20, 2017 6:28 pm

Been using white grease for years and never had a problem with rust/corrosion particularly around brake pipes. Its fairly cheap in a rattle can and doesnt wash off like other products.

Capa
Member
Member
Posts: 250
Joined: Mon Oct 16, 2017 4:02 pm
Location: Southampton

Protecting the underbody...

Post by Capa » Mon Nov 06, 2017 9:49 am

BH stuff is pretty don. I use an aerosol of Dynax on the underside & lower half of my rally car. It seems to hold up fairly well. Be warned if using it on anything visible though - I'm sure they will tell you is dries clear, but it's actually got a yellow tint to it.
E86 | Stratus Grey

scooobydont
Member
Member
Posts: 258
Joined: Thu Feb 16, 2017 8:05 pm
Location: Central Scotland

Protecting the underbody...

Post by scooobydont » Mon Nov 06, 2017 10:12 am

The Bilt Hamber atom-mac has now been released:

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/s ... p?t=400186

User avatar
ph001
Lifer
Lifer
Posts: 3870
Joined: Mon Oct 31, 2016 5:53 pm
Location: N. Yorkshire.

Protecting the underbody...

Post by ph001 » Mon Nov 06, 2017 10:45 am

Very interesting. Few questions on that thread which would be good to get the answers to.
2007 E85 Z4 3.0Si manual :driving:
19" CSL's | Eibach Springs | Aeroskirts | Z4M front bumper | Clear brake light | ZHP | RCH+| Stubby

2004 E46 M3 coupe manual - gone but not forgotten.

Image

User avatar
swilsco
Member
Member
Posts: 62
Joined: Sun Jul 24, 2016 2:12 pm
Location: Surrey

Protecting the underbody...

Post by swilsco » Mon Nov 06, 2017 10:53 am

I've never really thought about protecting the underside of the car until i saw Forensic Detailing youtube video [think it was his winter prep video]. If i recall correctly however, he basically layered fusso coat on the underside quite thick using a bit of sponge. However, this bilt hamber stuff looks quite good. Possibly ACF-50 could help in certain places also.

Video:



His videos are long but im guessing full of good advice lol. I can't watch them without skipping a bit! :lol:

Post Reply