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12-01-2009, 02:52 PM | #1 |
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Once and for all: Dr. Colorchip or Langka? That is the question
Before anything, read a nice article how to do touch-ups the hard way, but don't really want to mess with wet-sanding my new car if I can avoid it. Want to give one of those 2 products a try, and go from there.
Read the only 3 related threads I found, and none really explained the differences. I know Langka requires factory touch-up paint (which I already have), but don't know about Colorchip. Nobody posted links of either product, or where to buy. And does car color make any difference? My M3 is SSII, and my DD red (with no clearcoat -weird, huh?). Read KANDaddy's review, but his car is dark, and pics didn't help. How about a bit more detailed info, like the specific kit any of you bought (Langka has several), and where? Thx. |
12-08-2009, 01:04 PM | #3 |
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I bought Dr. Colorchip for my SSII, but, fortunately, haven't had a reason to use it yet. Just Google it, and you'll find where to buy it. I bought direct from the Dr.'s site.
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Was hoping to hear from somebody who has actually used both, to know which one is better. The difference in cost is not an issue. Since nobody seems to vouch for Lankga, might end up ordering the Dr. one. Will wait a few more days, as it's too darn cold to do any touch-up now anyway. Thanks man.
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12-10-2009, 09:53 AM | #6 |
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I've used both. Langka would be better for large single chips and you use the OEM paint.
dr colorchip seems to be better for road rash. I have jet black and my lower panels have tiny white dots behind the front wheels. I've only used dr once and got so so results. I plan on trying it again this weekend. |
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Hopefully one kit can do them all. I have OEM paint, but bought it a few months ago, and have never used it (I'd probably wouldn't use the clear bottle, or should I?). Wonder if colorchip has a proper match for my SSII. Looking forward to reading your results and recommendations. Thanks. |
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Bump.
I've got all the same questions. It's a bummer there has been so littlf feedback here. Anyone??
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I have both. For me, the Langka worked better. The dr colorchip is good for small chips but it will keep pulling the paint out of larger ones.
You can use the Langka just like dr c by smearing. I got the dr colorchip because BMW had some us wide shortage of touch up paint awhile back.
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Like stated above, I used Dr. Colorchip and see how the solution not only cleans-up the smudge but also pulls the paint out of the chip. I'm willing to give Langka a try but have some concerns. 1) IMO, every time I but BMW touch-up paint, it's too think to apply well. Would thinner work and if so, what thinner? 2) Langka, because it's formulated to work on touch-up paint, won't it also have an effect on the finish?
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I got the Langka for my DD Honda Accord (silver). I was not impressed with the Langka process. I used the OEM paint to fill in the chip holes, and spent lots of time making sure there wasn't too much paint in the chip. That is more technique, than Langka.
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