Recent content by Ardorius

The paint was in okay condition, I didn't polish as I didn't have the time, but same process was used (Black Hole followed by SSII). Again, no before pictures, but this time because it was already very clean and time was of the essence yet again. I really wanted to use a pre wax cleaner on this...

This is my girlfriend's Civic: The paint was in okay condition, I didn't polish as I didn't have the time, but same process was used (Black Hole followed by SSII). Again, no before pictures, but this time because it was already very clean and time was of the essence yet again. I really wanted...

Before I begin, I just wanted to let you guys know that is my first ever picture documentation, not to mention I'm using a crappy phone camera - so please keep that in mind as you view this post. Also, this is my mom's car, which hasn't been washed for the past 6 months. I didn't have enough...

Is anybody who lives and has Optimum Opti-Coat in the Chicago area & suburbs willing to let me buy a sample of the product from them? I would be much interested to apply this to my car. All help is tremendously appreciated. Many thanks!

What do you guys think of Griot's Pre-Wax Cleaner? I'm looking for a product that does not offer any glazes or oils, but simply chemically cleans the paint. Ergo, I am not looking for any AIO type products. With that said, does anybody have experience with the stated product? Feel free to offer...

Hello! How do you guys wash your pads after you are done with a detail? I don't have a dedicated pad washer, but I was wondering if I can simply spray some APC on the foam, let it dwell, then toss it in the washer machine with all my microfibers? I'm not sure if that is a good idea to wash...

Hi all, I started out doing this as a hobby, however (being a college student), I would like to branch out and do some detailing throughout my breaks. I have created brochures to advertise my work. I am NOT a licensed detailer, just a plain, college student with a lot of experience on my own...