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My buddy from work asked me to do his Mustang again ... I've shown this car before but it's still a nice car. Had been over a year since I detailed it so there was normal spider webbing, water spots, etc. Process: Wash with Megs Gold Class Einmann Fabrik Hi Intensity 3:1 on canvas top...

I overheard a lady I work with say she is going to have her 2006 Hyundai Tuscon detailed at the local hack shop. She says mostly interior shampoo of carpets, seats, etc. I tell her I'll do a better job than them, so she gives me the job. She tells me "I hope you're up for a challenge...

I have an appointment to do a 2006 Hyundai Tucson later this week. The lady tells me the interior is really nasty and stained on the seats from her kids eating in the car all the time. I ask her if it is leather or fabric upholstery and she says it's cloth, but not really like regular...

I've been slowly won over by the Edge 2K system for rotary. I've got the 4" and 6" flat foam in enough colors, and some of the 8" in foam and wool but I'd like to fill out the product line. Has anybody bought too many or tried them and just disliked? Want to get rid of them? I'm looking...

After reading a recent thread by Spoiled Man regarding headlight restoration, I decided to have a go at the wife's 7.5 year old minivan. This Odyssey's headlights were looking very cloudy and had some deep scratches. The had never been polished in the life of the vehicle. I decided I didn't...

I am looking for a strong car wash shampoo for those customers that bring me nasty vehicles. Want something that won't harm the vehicle, but it's ok if it strips any wax or sealant because I will re-apply that as part of the detailing process. Product should be economical and effective on road...

Lately I've been getting just "basic" details .... no real correction so kind of ho-hum. Here is this weekend's project, Saab 9-2X Aero. Pre-spray with PB's Bug Squash Wash with Megs Gold Class Clay with ClayMagic Prime Strong via PC/LC White/Speed 4 AJ PB's Spray and Rinse on wheels...

People always ask me "Why should I pay you that much to detail my car when I can go down the street and just as good a hand wash for less than half that price?" My answer is that I contend that auto details performed by Autopians are just better at (you guessed it) the "details". This lady...

Wanted to share some photos/process, and also get some feedback and advice. Worked on a black Vette this weekend ... dang that paint is hard. This 2000 Vette had some deep water etching and normal swirls. Here is my process: Wash Edge yellow wool / Presta UCCL / 1500 on horizontal...

Well, it's bug season again and I'm seeing a lot of cars plastered with bug guts. I've tried pre-treating the bugs with Megs Detailer Line Body Shop Solvent and Tarminator, but I'm not satisfied with the results. I also use paint-friendly scrubbers/sponges designed for bug removal, but I would...

A buddy of mine asked me to detail his '97 Ford Ranger before he sold it. He told me he hadn't waxed it in years. He didn't want to pay for a full paint restoration (swirl removal, paint correction, etc). ... so I just went at it with Hi Temp HC leveler, my rotary and a green Edge light...

I just ordered some PB's Bug Squash to try out. Spring is around the corner and bugs can get nasty here. Anybody have any experience with it (good or bad)? Will it remove LSP? Thanks for any info.

Many people on this forum who have expertise in carpet cleaning recommend pre-treating with a Traffic Lane Cleaner to remove set in dirt/stains. I don't have professional carpet cleaning background, but I do appreciate input from all on this forum and I learn a lot here. Here are the results...

A buddy wants me to seal his black mustang for the winter. I was thinking of trying EX over Prime Strong ... as I have liked EX over AIO on black in the past. Has anybody tried it? Liked or not? Any wait after Prime? Durability? Look? Thanks.

For sale: Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection 16 oz, full Four Star Ultimate Gloss Enhancer 16 oz, full Pinnacle Advanced Swirl Remover 16 oz, full $25 for all three, plus actual UPS shipping costs. I simply am carrying too many products and want to clean up my shelves. Will...

Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection 16 oz, full Four Star Ultimate Gloss Enhancer 16 oz, full Pinnacle Advanced Swirl Remover 16 oz, full $25 for all three, plus actual UPS shipping costs. I simply am carrying too many products and want to clean up my shelves. Will accept Paypal...

For Sale. Megs #85 Diamond Cut Compount 2.0 32 oz, full $11 sold Megs #82 Swirl Free Polish 32 oz, full $11 sold Megs #26 Hi Tech Wax Liquid 16 oz, ~70% $6 sold Megs #9 Swirl Remover 16 oz, ~90% $6 sold Megs #16 Paste Wax 11 oz, full $19 sold Pinnacle Advanced Swirl Remover 16 oz...

My AIO is almost empty so it's time to reorder. I have considered giving AJ a try and will probably pick up some PRIME as a prep. My question is; Is PRIME as versatile as AIO? One thing I love about AIO is I can use it on paint, metal, plastic, glass, hard rubber, figerglass, etc...

Just wanted to show others that the PC is capable of repairing scratches if you are using 4" pads. This was on the driver side rear door of a black 2004 Toyota Sequoia. Befores: After wash/clay, removed scratch via PC and 4" pads: SSR3, yellow pad, speed 5-6, X2 SSR2.5, orage...

I've decided to go with the Edge 2000 system for my rotary. I've used PC for years and feel comfortable stepping up, but am still a little apprehensive with all the warnings about the rotary. I am thinking the 6" pads might be easier to control as a beginner. However, the bevelled edge of...