Recent content by mdbohica

This is the back seat side panel on my customers BMW 6 series. Apparently someone had something sharp in their pocket and actually snagged and tore the leather. He doesn't expect it to be perfect but other than rolling it out and supergluing it...is there anything that can better this issue...

This is going to be long...so I apologize up front...:biggrin1: Now, I know some of you that have been doing this for years might just tell me to chill but my mind is doing cartwheels over here. Now I have detailed more than a few cars but all have pretty much been Joe Blow's accord or...

Ok, I did a search and am not finding what I need. I have a new client that will be getting full wetsand and polish on his garage queen 1992 Black Rose colored Vette. After I am done all this I would like to top off the optiseal with an LSP that repels dust the best. I have heard FK1000 is...

A new customer called me inquiring about my detail services. They said they would like their vehicle cleaned thoroughly and asked for the estimated cost. I informed them that I would be happy take a look at the car and give them an estimate. While they were on their way over, I went...

In the Red corner, P21S wheel cleaner that I have used and love. In the Blue corner, Sonax wheel cleaner. P21S has my heart but people have been talking about Sonax Sonax is the newcomer and is more expensive, but it changes colors. Let see which one of these champions walks away from...

I will be doing my first mild paint correction on my 2009 Toyota Matrix this weekend. I spent last weekend cleaning/detailing all the little black trim and washing/claying the vehicle. So this weekend will be the decon wash, polish and seal. Now, its silver so the swirls are hard to see but...

Ok, So this weekend, I had a very brief period of time to do something with my car, so I decided to detail my wheels and new tires on my 09' Matrix. Now I detailed and sealed these about a year ago and they haven't been touched since so they were pretty dirty and the sealant was gone. So...

Ok, I have searched and still have questions. First, what is the mix of alcohol and water for the IPA? Second, can anyone tell me when it is appropriate to use it? After what steps or products? Thanks

Hello all, First time with a PC and megs 105. I am using an LC orange 5.5 inch pad on my black 2001 ford escape. Machine is set to 4.5 and using moderate pressure. How long should I work the polish in before buffing? I worked it for about 1 minute and let dry and it was a $()$*)@#$...

Hello all, Has anyone ever used colinite 845 and Megs NXT 2.0? My question is should I put the 845 on first or should it go over the NXT? I have only used the NXT once and was impressed with its shine with only one coat but I am looking for longevity as well through the winter...

Until I started reading here I thought paint was paint. Basecoat, clearcoat, all the same just different manufacturers. I have now learned that paint has various hardness levels. Anyone care to elaborate who paints with hard vs. soft paint and Single stage issues vs. 2 step paint? Thanks

Ok, I have read a bit on some products for different uses but I am more than a bit confused by my choices here. For instance, I know Menerza seems to be a good product but there are 2 different "power gloss" products on the Detailers Domain site with no explanation of the difference. So...

Hello all, I have a 01' Ford Escape where almost half of the body is covered in that grey plastic that is porous and textured. I have waxed it before and any wax or polish that gets on it takes an act of freakin congress to get off. After washing it, is there anything I can coat it with...

Hello all, Trying to feel out how many Autopians we have in the area around Harrisburg PA., and what the feeling is on having a meet of sorts. I was thinking something along the lines of a meet and greet at an agreed upon place to hangout, have detailing Q&A, whatever. Let me know if...

Hello all I am brand new to the site. I have looked around and found a plethora of experience here. My 2 cars need some help so I turn to you guys. I have a Black Ford Escape that has several scratches I am pretty sure go through the clear coat and one looks like it goes to the primer...