Recent content by uflraptor

I guess I just needed to vent to people who know how I feel. My wife had to take her car to the dealership for some “recall” work. Then the dealership thinking they are doing something nice run it though their “scratch machine” oh I’m sorry I mean car wash. Neither of our cars has EVER seen...

Wow this really sucks. I took a look at my detailing supply shelf and notices moisture. Something must have been leaking. Sure enough I looked at the gallon containers and whole gallon of Bug Squash and leaked out. This was a brand new bottle. Still even had the cap tapped on from shipping...

I read some where on the boards about people using PB SW with Nattys for a “spit shine”. I tried it and like it. Wow is it easy to apply and remove. My question though is how does this compare to using QD+. I have some (yes the old stuff) but don’t find myself using it very often and now with...

Short notice I know but I will be working on a silver subaru tomorrow. I’m looking for any tips, tricks or favorite products. The paint shouldn’t be in bad shap I do this car about once a year for a friend. I have many Poorboys products to choose from (PP, SSR1-2.5), PWC, EX, and EX-P. I’ve...

I know all situations (finishes) are different and different people have different approaches. But I’m looking for some direction also with Lake Country pads. I’m looking for a pad to use for most of my polishing (with SSR2.5, SSR2, SSR1, PP, & PWC). Most finished I work on are not super bad...

Ok I need a little direction. I’ve been using a PC for a while now. I love the results. I’ve used a number of polishes and sealants. My question is about backing plates. (Yes I did a search first). I’m sure there are a ton of opinions out there and that’s what I’m looking for, some real life...

I have never used a carnauba wax as my LSP. I have always just stopped with my sealant. This year I was fortunate enough to do my “Spring Detail” early in the spring. So early in fact that it got snowed on:cry: . I found myself with a little extra free time one Sunday (2 weeks ago) so I figured...

Steve, I came across a comment you made in the tread below. The question was asked “Whats everyones favorite quick detailer?”. You responded “I like the combo of S&W and S&G 70/30 it's the best of both worlds”. I curious if you would share more information. Just to clarify this is this 70%...

Well it’s time for “Spring Clean Up”. My car is a medium blue (not quite navy blue). Paint is in very good condition (it’s only a year old). There is some minor marring primarily from natural course of driving and I’m sure partially from the snow brush (got to love Ohio winters). I have a...

OK so here is where I’m at. My car is currently protected by a sealant. I did this a few months ago along with polish clay and the works. Fast forward a months to today. I need to clay some trouble spots and plan to top with a wax. My question: Is there any benefit to adding a layer of...

I’m curious to find out how others are using PB’s APC and what ratios they mix it. Currently I keep a bottle of it mixed 16:1 for general use. I also have some mixed closer to 4:1 for engine cleaning. What are some of you favorite ratios for other cleaning duties? How about tires, interiors...

Hello my name is Shawn and I’m a Poorboy's junkie. Well seriously here is my question. I’m looking to do a detail on a brand new car. The paint looks pretty good as far as I can tell. It hasn’t even been washed yet (not even by the dealer). After a good washing I’m prepared to do some clay...

Looking for some advice on detailing convertible tops. I should be doing my first convertible detail in a few weeks. I’ve never detailed much less even washed a convertible. I know there are special products sold for convertible tops. I prefer not to purchase any new products if I don’t have to...

Looking for some advice. A friend from out of town called with a paint problem. Seems a friend of hers had their cared egged. They took it to a pressure wash place and didn’t get it off. If they were local the answer would be obvious. I would work on it myself but doesn’t look like that will...

Ok so I have been diagnosed as being an obsessive compulsive car detailing nut. In the past I didn’t care what kind of snow brush touched the finish of my car. Now that I put so much care into the finish I care about everything that touches it. I found this brush and am curious if anyone has...