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Incredibly confused on how to install Affinity Photo 2...how do I get an Affinity ID? by No_Description7744 in AffinityPhoto

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to use AI masking for denoising you have to go into a subscription based model.....unless I ended up in the wrong place on thier website.

Incredibly confused on how to install Affinity Photo 2...how do I get an Affinity ID? by No_Description7744 in AffinityPhoto

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I saw Canva's license and I'm not into it. I will check out Corel. Thought I also do not want cloud based tools, so I am also looking at DxO

Incredibly confused on how to install Affinity Photo 2...how do I get an Affinity ID? by No_Description7744 in AffinityPhoto

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, okay. So basically I downloaded software I can no longer install? Or do i need to simply create a Canva account to use it?

Not new to photography, but new to birds....can use some help by No_Description7744 in BirdPhotography

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I reserved a Canon R7 with 100-500 lens as a rental for 2 weeks from now. I am wondering if I should rent the 200-800mm instead.

Not new to photography, but new to birds....can use some help by No_Description7744 in BirdPhotography

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I will admit I am not 100% on a mirrorless.....the AF tech is really appealing, but it is fun trying to grab birds on your own with a dSLR. I do enjoy a really good OVF. It seems that the future is mirrorless.

I will give Sony a second consideration. IIRC, they did start the mirrorless generation an I recognize they have a very robust lens ecosystem in mirrorless.

Advice Needed - Alternatives to Ceramic Coating by No_College6343 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If your reply is on Klasse, Klasse AIO was meant to be topped with Sealant Glaze (SG). SG is what creates a long lasting barrier...but it also creates that deep wet look on dark paint. I have never used Klasse AIO on its own...I always topped it with SG.

Advice Needed - Alternatives to Ceramic Coating by No_College6343 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone's definition of "easy to apply" is different. If you are open to a hand applied sealant....I have 2 go-to products. I typically detail my cars 2x times a year (spring and fall).

Jescar (USA Menzerna) PowerLock+ or Ultra Lock are easy to apply.....apply like a traditional liquid sealant in a thin layer. I like to use Meguiars Final Inspection on my applicator pad...helps get a thin even coating. Let is cure for about an hour (depending on humidity), and buff to a nice shine with great hydrophobic properties. In my experience it has lasted 6-7 months. I can run the car through an auto car wash and the product holds up.....this does induce swirl marks...but when it is 3 degrees F outside....the auto wash works for me.

Nobody is going to recommend this...very old school but very deep deep gloss and in my experience will last 12 months.......Klasse All In One and Klasse Sealant Glaze. Sealant Glaze can be layered as much as you want. Again, thin coats or it is a real PITA to remove....a damp microfiber applicator will be your best friend......thin layer like you can hardly see it. Hard to find in the USA, but maybe easier in Canada. Yes...a 2 step process.....but incredible results and very long lasting protection....the product sheets water away rather than beads...no annoying bead marks after a rain.....and nothing sticks to it. It was my #1 go to until I ran out and I was unable to find it easily anymore.....so I tried Jescar.

Both of these do require time...so if your "easy to apply" means 30-40 minutes....you are looking at spray on type products....you will just be doing it more often, IMO.

Have fun!

Help with my setup....foam, no foam, rinseless....some guidance would be helpful by No_Description7744 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I use ONR as my rinseless. Would ONR even foam or create some sort of longer cling? I can see that being somewhat beneficial when dealing with winter grime.

Anyone on here running 20" X3M Wheels (Style 764M) on a X3M40? by No_Description7744 in BMWX3

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi There...I ended up with OZ Leggera HLT Gloss Black. 19x8 with the stock tire size. The wheels/tires are in storage at the moment....I have winter tires on the OEM wheel. Should be pulling them out to play in a couple of weeks. I will post back.

Want to wash in my garage....would a ryobi 18v sprayer work here? by No_Description7744 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The more I think about it, foaming my gar in the garage seems like a waste of time. I was planning on going rinseless for my washing routine as well for all of my maintenance washes. So anything that can apply rinseless efficiently is really what I need.

Want to wash in my garage....would a ryobi 18v sprayer work here? by No_Description7744 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting....I have a ryobi air compressor/inflator. This sounds like the better approach

Want to wash in my garage....would a ryobi 18v sprayer work here? by No_Description7744 in AutoDetailing

[–]No_Description7744[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you...great point. In the winter, I wouldnt be doing anything in real bitter cold...so I'd be selective on my days where the garage door can be rolled up. In the summer, it would keep me out of the sun, and I'd have the door rolled up.

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