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After a long Chicago winter and unusual circumstances, I wasn't able to wash my car for 4 months and finally got to it today. There seems to be a layer of extremely stubborn dirt on part of the bumper that won't come off. I tested a small area by scraping my fingernail through it and it does...

If produced and effective as they claim, could this revolutionize the detailing industry? Spray-on liquid glass is about to revolutionize almost everything

most vroom towels on sale (around $3.60 per pack for drying, orange misc., etc.) scotch guard on sale (upholstery and carpet) for like $3.60 a pieces certain brushes, applicator pads, mitts also on sale for around $3.60

Not sure if this is true, but there ARE people like this!!! Man tries to pay bill with spider drawing

(I'm not sure if this is appropriate for this forum, mods please move/remove as you feel necessary.) Due to the current economic conditions of the country and my region, I have seen a sudden decline in my auto detailing business. There are less phone calls and emails coming in and my "go to"...

Had a BMW come in with TONS of correction needed. I didn't have a chance to take a lot of pictures because of time restrictions, but the customer was happy with the work which is always a great feeling! Process: Wash Clay SIP 106 Collinite #845 Engine was pre-treated with P21S TAW and...

After reading all the good reviews about steamers, I decided I would purchase the TR6 from Vapor Clean Products. I purchased online on May 2nd, 2008 and received the following order confirmation via email on Monday May 5th, 2008(address & name deleted): Then I received the following email...

Good Morning! I have done the interior on a boat before but never actual oxidation removal on the gelcoat. I have searched and put together this process: Edge yellow wool for the heavy oxidation/scratch removal Edge blue wool pads for swirl removal/light swirls Edge foam finishing pads for...

I'm finally making my steam cleaner purchase! :woohoo: I've read good things about the Vapor Clean TR6 and think it would be a good investment for me. I would like to use it to speed up interiors and carpet cleaning. Are there any models that are comparable in terms of price and performance...

I searched the forums and came up with nothing. My question is what's the most effective way to clean textured interior surfaces with Megs APC? I usually use a toothbrush because its small and gets into every small crevice but its REALLY time consuming. I used a sponge today but it didnt really...

So this Beauty Queen came in to get cleaned up. The owner wanted the interior, exterior and engine detailed. He didn't want the paint polished just yet because he was going on a road trip with his family and figured he would get it done when he came back. Unfortunately, this was completed at...

Does anyone have any information on: 1) How easy it will be to maintain & clean powdercoated rims 2) Where to get this done in the Chicagoland/Western Suburbs? 3) What's a good price range for all 4 wheels? Any info is appreciated! Thanks guys.

What type of wool pad is safe on a clearcoat? I've read that twisted wool is no good...which ones are safe?

I've read here that twisted wool is not for clearcoats. Does this include other wool pads? What should be the deciding factor here?

Does anyone know how to do this? I'm getting some cards made up and my printer asked me to do this before I submit my files. I have PS Elements, but I guess it doesn't have this feature.