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Nearly all of the window trim on this 2000 BMW 540 is "cloudy" Any advice on how I can return it to its original shine? Thanks for any help. crappy cell phone pic below...

I am looking to buy a decent amount of clay. All of the products that I buy in bulk are Meguiars but I do not like their clay. Anyplace where I can buy clay in bulk? (I searched and did not find anything) Thanks for any help.

What vacuum do you mobile detailers use? I am looking at a shopvac(or the HD brand). Specifically, a 16 gal, 5 hp model. Do you think that this is too big/too small, thanks for any input.

Ok, I think my flyer is about finalized. (Kyle K. I borrowed some ideas from the flyer you posted) AC Mobile Auto Detailing I have been detailing fine automobiles for many years. Detailing fine automobiles has always been a passion of mine; now let me bring out the true beauty of your...

I ordered my PC from Costal tool on Wednesday morning (8am EST) and received it in the mail by 6pm on Friday. I ordered a pad kit from CMA at the same time and it is not scheduled to be here until next Teusday. And they charged my like $7 just to ship some pads:down The PC was only $7 to...

Well, originally I was only going to do a few cars this summer but I have more people interested. I would like some advice on products and pricing. I just orderd my PC so that will cut down on time some. I will be using Meguiars Pro line products, #7, #9, DACP, #20, #26 for paint care...

when you detail cars in a parking lot...do you drive to the shade? Detail in the sun? Have a canopy? Thanks

I know that this has been covered before, I search and got many, many posts. None specifically answered my questions though. I am looking for a tire dressing that leaves tires black and shiny. I have experimented with some but have not found exactly what I am looking for. I do not want...

I went and looked at wet/dry shop vacs today. I went to Sears, Lowes, and home Depot they all have basically the same thing for the same price. Anyone recommend one over the other. Specifically I am looking at the 12 gallon, 5 HP models. Lowe's has ShopVac 12 gal, 5 hp for $69.88 Home...

I have used about all of the Zaino products for about 18 months. I am love these products but this summer I will be detailing cars for family and friends and just want to try other products. What do you think of the package from the Autopia Store "Autopia Perfect Shine Kit" as a start to...

I just finished off my Zaino Z2. I have many other Zaino products and have a good amount left in them. Should I reorder some Z2 or sould I try something else? I really love the Z2 but is there something better? Thanks for any input.

I have 4 small dents that I'd like to get out by a local paintless dent removal. I have not researched anyone locally yet, but on average how much will this cost? (Yes I did a search but nothing came up with a price)

Any use the Hoover Steam Vac Jr? I am looking for an inexpensive vac for the car. I know someone that works at Hoover and I can get it for $64. Is this the best I can get for under $75? Or should I have my money and get somehthing like the normal Steam Vac (I am not sure as to what I can...

Hello, I am a 20 year old college student from north central Ohio. I am obsessed with detailing cars. I have two good friends that detail at the local Ford dealer and they have given me some help. I really have not done much research online about detailing. But I have been using Zaino for...

Someone keyed my girlfriend's silver dodge stratus. It is not all the way to the metal but it is clearly a good amount into the paint. The scratch is not wide at all just deep and about 7 inches long. What could we use to help fix this? Thanks for any help.