Recent content by Bebopp

Before the advent of the modern gadgets used by Autopians, what did the oldtimers use to detail cars? Pure elbow grease? What were the predecessors of the PC/Flex/rotary, and what substituted for clay.....? Just curious.....

I've read on here about the commonly known causes of swirling and light scratches on car paint, but there is a factor that hasn't been mentioned - I believe swirls and light scratches can be caused by driving a dirty car. I've experienced normal dirt and grime accumulating on flawless paint on...

I applied 531 on the plastic exterior trim, and although it went on very streaky, it did settle evenly after a few hours. However, after 2 days the 531 is still wet to the touch - I can actually smudge the plastic surface with a finger. I shook the bottle well before use, and applied it...

A question from a noob, haven't really seen a definitive answer so far: I've put DG 601 and 3 x 111 on my new car about a month ago, and have applied AW recently. The paint is still beading well, very happy with durability so far. My question is, a few months from now, or whenever the 111...

I've just recently acquired a 2008 Prius in Silver Pine Mica (translation=light metallic green). Being clueless pre-Autopia discovery, I got some Turtlewax (yes, I was a caveman) and Meguiar's Wax (that should have redeemed me some, shouldn't it?) and went to wash and wax the car. I applied...