Recent content by mikejames

I got this compact blower for less then $30 from Amazon and used it today after a wash. It did a great job blowing water out of the mirrors, front grill, wheels, license plates, fuel cap area, and all the body crevices. The size of it looks like a kids toy, but has good power and is well worth...

I believe the holes are 3/32 for the hole in the top cap . Here is another link that is a little different build. I didn`t use the cross bracing, and don`t think it`s needed. Instead I used pvc glue and glued all the pipes. I kept it simple and it works great. This link below also shows the...

If you aren`t cleaning your pads with a pad washer your wasting time and energy. I made my own DIY pad washer similar to the one you can purchase pictured below. Got the directions to build it from this site. I use LA Totally Awesome to spray on the pad and let it dwell for a minute. Then run it...

Does anyone use a Makita blower or something similar? Don`t know how it compares to dry cars with the McKee`s blower, because they don`t list spec`s. About Model...

I found a new size PFM drying towel at Advanced Auto yesterday while on a trip. It`s 28 x 20 and has a teal silk border. Was looking for something a little bigger then the 16 x16 to make it easier to reach across the top of suv`s, but still be very manageable in size. I know Autopia sells one...

Anyone have the Pro Detailer Magazine? Are they worth picking up?

What compounds and polishes have you found that did not work well with the extra heat generated from a long throw polisher?

I recently purchased a mini and 21mm polisher. Neither polisher came with a storage bag, the 15mm I ordered several months ago came with a storage bag. So how or what are you storing your polishers in? I just purchased 13" and 18" tool bags to store mine in. The mini fits great in the 13" tool...

A few of us have been talking about a cheap Ibrid nano alternative. There was even a thread awhile back with some comments here http://www.autopia.org/forums/paint-correction-and-gloss-enhancement/186780-cool-dremel.html I ordered 1" and 2" pads and backing plates with 3mm shanks to go along...

I read a story about the Harbor Freight rotary and someone using it for the first time. I can`t remember where I read it, but it was a good one! :D The rotary is alot like a floor buffer. They can kick your butt and work you until you learn the little tricks, so your the Boss and the polisher...

I have to share my story about the customer service I received. A few months ago I bought a used Griot`s Garage GG6 polisher off Ebay. When I received the polisher it looked to be in pretty good condition, but had some wear. When I plugged it in to test it the polisher turned on but the speed...

Three have announced they are leaving PBMG so far, who is next to go? Looks like we are in for some big changes. What do you think is going to happen or change to the forums and stores?

I was asked to post some pic`s of this in another thread. Back when I bought this several years ago they only had tan, but now that big box store that starts with a W also has them in black. I painted this one black with plastic paint from a rattle can. It`s do to be repainted this...

Could someone tell me what the dimensions are on the Nanoskin speedy prep sponge?

I can`t find any size or weight spec`s on the GG6 OR GG3. Does anyone have any info on this or a picture of them side by side? Thank you for any help.