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I currently have a Craftsman 5hp wet/dry vacuum and I was wondering about the extraction power of this versus the LGCM/SpotBot and whether purchasing the LGCM/SpotBot would be necessary if I already have the Craftsman. Please help, hehe. Thanks in advance!

I just purchased a Metabo and so I'm in the market for purchasing some wool pads. I need some reassurance as to which size wool pads to purchase because I'm not quite sure what the benefits are of having a 6" wool pad versus an 8" wool pad. My 2 options are as follows: 1) Edge 2k 6" wool...

So I'm pretty set on purchasing a gallon of Meg's M105 from ADS but I'm in a debate as to what pad cleaning system to invest in to save myself some time in the long run. From what I've found, there are two pad cleaning systems available at ADS. One is the System 2000 for $129.95 and the other...

I recently found a shop like literally across the street from my house that sells the CD-2 Engine Detailer so I plan on picking up a couple cans soon. Yet, I'm wondering how all of you CD-2 users use it considering we all have different methods of detailing our engine bays. I'm interested in...

So I've finally decided it's time to buy those nifty little 4 oz. sample bottles that many of you already have. It's quite the hassle lugging those full bottles of product if you're on the go all the time. I'm planning on picking up a lot of 25 bottles and I'd like to have some sort of system...

I still haven't made the transition to a rotary but have definitely thought about it plenty of times for a couple months already. I've been using the PC ever since I joined these forums. Now my question is, how do I know I'm ready for the rotary? Is there some sort of determining factor to...

Since it seems to be asked quite often what everyone's combo is and that black cars are the most difficult to maintain, what's everyone go-to combos when it comes to prepping, polishing, and finishing? Here's mine: Clay -> SSR 2.5 -> SSR 1 (hardly ever) -> 4* UPP Clay -> Optimum Car Polish...

... what LSP combo works best for you? Considering black cars are the most difficult to maintain and keep swirl-free, what is your favorite(s) combo and/or why? As of right now, I just use multiple coats of 4* UPP.

Hey guys, I've done my search of threads for engine detailing and what not but I still feel like I haven't got a somewhat clear answer yet. So... with that being said, what cleaning solution do you all use to degrease your engine bays, depending on how dirty they are? I'd have to say mine...

Hey guys, I am about to make an order for my interior supplies and I need to find out what it is I really need here. Below I have a list of what I am planning on buying but I'm sure some of these things might be unnecessary. Here is what I have: Chemicals: - 303 Aerospace Protectant - 303...

What process do you all do for washing in between full details? I was thinking: Interior: - Wipe down of dash, console, etc. (water and 303 AC?) - Fairly thorough vacuum - Dress up of dash, console, etc. (303 AP?) Exterior: - Wash wheels - Wash body - Dry - Paint cleaner? (is this...

How often do all of you wash your mf towels and pc pads and what detergent do you use to clean them? Do you wash them after every car wash or every two? I originally was thinking of washing them after every wash considering I want to wash my car every weekend due to the horrible dust at my other...

Hey guys. I started my first detail yesterday only to be postponed until tomorrow. I only had time to do a complete wash and clay. My car is currently under a car cover in the garage as I had to take my real estate exam this morning. Well, here are some pics. Some shots may seem like my paint...

This is really a sad day for me. My garage was being painted this week by a buddy of mine and everything had to be put outside... including my detailing supplies. It was a fairly rainy week so I decided to cover all the goods that couldn't be rained out on. Anyway, I forgot to consider the...

I know there probably isn't a best way to clean your pads but I sure would like to hear how everyone else cleans theirs. I am getting ready to detail a very oxidized 1989 525i and I definitely need to find a way to clean these babies. Thanks for the help. F.Y.I. I have... - (1) Yellow Propel...

Hey guys, I've been recently searching the forums for an ideal wet/dry vacuum and I'm quite confused considering there are so many reputable ones out there. I realize it ranges from the Bissell LGCM, to the Craftsman, to the Rigid by Home Depot, and even the Fein wet/dry vacuums. I was...

Ok well I've been reading up on these forums like everyday for the past 3+ weeks and I think I have the gist of the procedure for doing a full car detail. I know that I should start with the interior, then the engine bay, and finally the exterior. Anyway, I will be getting the PC 7424 in the...

Hello everyone, I've been lurking around your forums for over a year but always on and off at times. Yet I have been on recently for the past week because my interests in detailing cars has greatly increased. I've also thought of detailing cars on the side for that extra cash as I really need...