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I've recently started using my Piccolo steamer, but I don't seem to be very effecient with it. What do you guys/gals have in the way of tips and tricks for using a steamer (mainly for interior cleaning)? Thanks!

Product: Optimum Spray Wax Price: $15.99 Manufacturer's Claim: Optimum Car Wax is the only spray car wax that provides the durability of a paste wax and long-lasting UV protection. A combination of high-grade Carnauba wax, sealant polymers and UV inhibitors forms a protective...

Product: Meguiar's Ultra Safe Spoke Brush Price: $6.99 Manufacturer's Claim: Our Ultra Safe Wheel Spoke Brush has been designed to safely and effectively clean all areas of the wheel, including hard-to-reach crevices. The flexible bristles bend and adjust to tight areas while the...

The car is 2004 Z06 Corvette with Mallet suspension and wheels. I was contacted to do a good clean-up and partial defect removal on this Z06. Vette clear is such a pain to work with, but overall it turned out well. Interior Process: Vacuum Wipedown with damp MF Exterior Process...

I washed a customer's vehicle and applied OCW about 6 weeks ago. Today, I washed the car again with P21s soap, and there was no appreciable beading or slickness before or after the wash. Is this the kind of durability everyone else is seeing from OCW? Thanks.

Has anyone used Chemical Guys Detail Spray and Quick Shine Wax ? I am wanting something comparable to Adam's Detail Spray, and this product seems to have similar characteristics. Can anyone provide their experience? Thanks! :)

*NOTE* I received 2 oz. samples for evaluation purposes. Product: Turbo Wax car shampoo Price: $9.95 Manufacturer's Claim: TURBO WAX CAR SHAMPOO with its slick gentle suds safely removes dirt and grime without removing waxes or sealants. Especially formulated for today’s...

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What do you guys think of eMachines? My girlfriend's aunt is looking for an affordable computer for her kids to play games on (nothing too crazy for now), surf the internet, and do school work. This one looks like it could handle their needs for several years...

Had a couple of details over the holiday. I get to see this car every few months. Interior: Vacuum Wipedown Exterior: Simple Green:Water 1:4 - Wheels/Tires/Wells Meguiar's NXT wash Zaino Z2 Pro x 2 (ZFX'd) Zaino Z8 Kit Black Gold High Gloss Tire Shine x 2 First...

Very nice car! This one has a few mods that should make for some mid - low 12 second runs :cool: Process: Simple Green: Water - 1:3 - wheels/tires/wells NXT wash Zaino Z18 clay Zaino Z-PC Fusion via PC and polishing pad Zaino Z2 Pro Zaino Z8 Armor All on tires/wells Eagle One 20/20...

I’ve had the opportunity to use a variety of microfiber towels from several different online retailers and wanted to share some feedback on those. Testing was conducted on towels from Fiber Works, Autofiber, and Ultra Microfiber. *All towels were washed in MicroRestore detergent...

I am looking for some work/hunting boots. I hear pretty good things about Red Wings and Wolverines, so that's what I've been looking at. Do you guys have a recommendation for something comfortable, somewhat weather proof, and durable?

I got to detail this quick Mach1 today. Even though I'm a Chevy man, this is really nice car. This particular one has some nice mods that help it run 13.5's @ 5000'+ DA (which would be around 12.5's at sea level). Other than moderate swirling, it was in great shape. Interior Process...

I've understood Armor All Original to be water-based. I read a discussion that was talking about it not being water-based and its solvent content. So I read the website, and this is what it says, " Armor All® Original Shine Protectant contains water-based silicone emulsions, surfactants...

I might have the opportunity to buy: This truck ('99 Dodge Ram 4x4 w/ 56k original miles): And this set-up (225 gal. tank, pressure washer, generator, etc.): It would be a great opportunity to grow my business and make a decent income, but I don't see myself doing this full-time...

Long Saturday for me... First up, I had a Cadillace DeVille this morning. The owner wanted a "Basic Detail." Exterior Process: Simple Green wheels/tire/wells NXT wash Zaino Z18 clay w/ NXT wash as lube S100 carnauba Quik Shine QD Meguiar's Natural Shine on tires/trim Armor All...

I did this car at the end of April, and the owner asked me to put a couple more coats of Zaino on it. It's had a few appearance mods since then...Z51 emblems, red calipers, etc., and it was a pleasure to detail. Exterior Process: Simple Green 4:1 on tires/wheels/wells Wash w/ NXT...

The first Saturday of every month, there is a large car gathering called the Rod Run with a cruise following. Usually nothing to Autopian standards, but there are generally 100+ late models, hot rods, classics, etc. that attend. Here are some pictures from today's gathering...

I am thinking about putting on a couple of detailing clinics for some local car clubs and enthusiasts. I was going to teach about proper supplies (ie. wash mitts, towels, etc.), and I was also going to do some process/technique demonstration of the full detailing process including some...