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    Cold Weather Friendly LSP's

    This is going to be my first year doing a LOT of detailing in really cold weather, and I'm finding that some products work much better than others in cold weather. So far I have found that Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax, and Opti-Seal work really good in cold weather, whereas POXY just refuses...
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    SPEED used with a rotary, yes I did it.

    First off I would like to say that I hardly ever use a rotary, they are generally reserved for me on vehicles with only very severe damage that a DA would just take too long to correct. That being said, I had a client of mine contact me regarding detailing his Cadillac Escalade before trade...
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    Giving up on MF pads?

    Well folks, I am considering ditching MF pads. I am going to lay out some pros and cons and would invite your input. I primarily use Optimum pads, and tried the new Lake Country MF pads and hated them. MF pad pros: Cut extremely well Finish excellently Simplify my pad inventory, only...
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    Newspaper Ad

    Hi guys, I'm looking to try some newspaper advertising and would like your opinion. I can run the following ad for about $130 a month, including the logo. The lines can be no more than 35 characters each. Please give me some feedback. Should I try and put something about more specific services...
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    Polisher upgrade decisions, need some input.

    Ok guys give me some seasoned advice here, I have a Dewalt rotary for the big stuff, but primarily use my PC 7424. Although my PC is a boss I am looking to add another DA because: 1. I need a backup, if I were without a DA even a few days I would be in trouble. 2. I would like something with...
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    Great Speed/Pad Combo

    I have recently been trying to further improve my one step polish jobs by getting the maximum amount of cut possible and not have to do a finishing pass, and I think I have found an excellent combination: Speed Optimum MF Cutting (yes cutting!!) pad Speed 6 PC7424 Top with Megs Ultimate...
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    3D Waterless Wash

    Anyone ever used this product? How does it compare to ONR? Can you use it with the 2 bucket method or is it strictly spray on wipe off? Anyone with experience please chime in, I'm needing to make a 3D order but need more ONR also. Might have to skip the 3D since I need the ONR much more.:cry1:
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    HD MF Pads?

    During one of the Speed/Polish threads that has popped up it was mentioned that either 3D or HD had Microfiber pads in the works. Can we get an update or possible sales date on this product? I have always used Optimum MF pads but mine are getting a little long in the tooth, and I would...
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    3D Express Wax

    As I just recently purchased basically most of the 3D line to augment the launching of my mobile detailing service, I wanted to start posting some reviews of the products. I would like to start this review saying that I am absolutely thrilled with every single product I have purchased from...
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    HD Speed, Polish, and Pad Review

    First of all, I would like to thank HD for the free samples. I had already ordered a 32 oz. of Speed and Polish and was shocked when full 16 oz. bottles arrived at my door. My detailing product experience is not as diverse as most of you, because I gear my business mostly towards volume work...
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    Best product line to purchase in bulk?

    Hello Autopians, I am needing some advice for which product line is the best to purchase in bulk. I am currently getting things together for a large enclosed trailer driven mobile operation. I am wanting products that I can get the most bang for my buck, but provide high quality results at...
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    Mobile Detailers.. need help with setup!

    Hello folks, I am currently transitioning from a home residence based local detailing outfit to a mid to high end mobile operation, and I need your help: Please critique my setup, I want some pro advice before I make all of these purchases. Overall setup: 5x10 enclosed trailer, fully...
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    How did you get your initial base clientele?

    For you experienced pro's out there, how did you get your base clientele that brings in your steady income? Your regulars that purchase details 1-4 times a year. Better yet, share with us how you got your business of the ground advertising wise, what worked, and what did not work. So...
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