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I`ve seen people complain that these towels cause marring/scratches, but I`ve NEVER witnessed it. And I work on some pretty soft paint finishes. I just can`t see the point in spending money on pricey towels when these work just as good. Especially when used for coatings when they`re getting...

Be interested to see if there are any forum members/lurkers here with a staff besides themselves doing this full time in a legitimate shop setting?

I was having a discussion with another detailer earlier this week and came up with the opinion that offering different brands & tiers of coatings can allow you to capture more potential clients. If you only offer 1 type/level of coating it perhaps could be limiting your closing rate? Since I...

Effective immediately, I will no longer be offering product support for 3D/HD Products. Please refrain from private messaging me or expecting my viewpoint regarding this product line in forum threads. In addition, my business name will be changing from HD Car Care - Detroit to Sportiva Auto...

3D AAT 502 Finishing Polish Replaces HD Adapt as the Ultimate 1 Step!! That’s correct. As many have already been aware of HD Adapt being discontinued, there is a solution to the void in your product arsenal that may have started to take form. That void can now quite possibly come to a halt...

Cant say that 3D/HD doesnt listen! And when they think its something that is justifiable then they act accordingly. Many people (especially Bunky) have made comments about the new 3D AAT Rubbing Compound & Finishing Polish not being offered in small enough sizes. Well, that is not longer an...

Whats the 1 Product/Tool that brings your interior detailing to another level? One that you cant live without? Be it some fabulous cleaner that cuts through the nastiest of soiling or a tool that gets the job done easier/better? State the product/tool & your reason why?? EDIT: So basically...

How many detailing company owners can rub shoulders with our soon to be Republican Presidential Candidate? Better yet have them come to your home for a dinner party! This pic was taken at Tunchs Miami condo. Id love to have been a fly on the wall at this meeting! Who knows....maybe 3D/HD will...

3D/HD New Beveled Edge Foam Pads Introducing the newest foam pad technology introduced to you by 3D/HD Products. These pads feature a beveled edge design for improved balance & longevity. Exclusively manufactured for 3D/HD by Buff & Shine so you will not see these available anywhere else...

My speechless by the sheer unadulterated use of organic mediums to alter the appearance of a trashed car's paint. EUqDRIHPxjk

Just wondering if anyone includes door jambs when only doing an Exterior Detail? We just quickly wipe them out to remove any polishwax residue we install, but nothing more than that.

COMING SOON FROM 3D/HD: Iron Particle Remover Can be diluted 4 to 1 for wheels & paint! This will not only be the most powerful iron particle remover on the market, but also the most cost effective one too. Look for it to be priced well below all others! Check out the video from Tunch...

Looking forward to 3D/HD participating at this year's Detail Fest! I've actually been to 4 of them, but only as a spectator. This year will be much different as we've made an alliance with PBMG. I'd like to personally invite everyone over to the 3D/HD booth to check out our line. We'll be...

I received the following Private Message from a member and thought I would post it here along with my answer. This might help someone else as well. I truly believe that interior UV protection that many products claim is unsubstantiated hype. I've done quite a bit of research over the years...

Here's a classic example as to why most body shops don't know what they're doing when it comes to polishing paint. Sure, they can perform excellent collision repairs, but when it comes to polishing paint it's surely not their forte! This is an example of the "quality" a local high end body shop...

There's so much hoopla surrounding the latest & greatest buzz word to hit the world of detailing. I wanted to know from Autopians what they think a true paint coating is and why? I really think Opti-Coat set the bar for the word, yet it seems like there's a new company entering the market every...

Just for fun I thought I'd throw up this thread to see what you think would be the safest way to wash & dry your car. Autopia is the place for over the top detailing practices, so lets see what you think is the no holds barred approach to the safest possible way to wash/dry your car......

What is Adaptive Abrasive Technology? Back when HD Adapt was introduced and now with 3D's new AAT polishing compounds, so many people have been asking what makes these products different from not only other 3D & HD products, but pretty much all other products on the market. To properly explain...

Alright, I hope this topic doesn't go spiraling downhill, but I just wanted to say that I think charging by the hour for a standard detailing service (paint correction/interior detailing/overspray removal, etc) is ludicrous. We as professionals should have a good understanding of what it takes...

I'd like to introduce to you 3D's newest product: AAT Rubbing Compound. Not only does it produce some of the most rapid, deepest leveling power on the market, but it also leaves very little surface scouring compared to other compounds. These 2 characteristics can dramatically reduce overall...