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    3M PI-III MG

    I started a new bottle of PI-IIIMG today and noticed on the label the words new and improved. I did not notice a difference. What changes have been made in the last year? Eric
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    Marketing Idea

    Today I was detailing a 19' boat, I did bit finish due to the rain. Anyway, while working the cleaning lady show up at the house, says she the boats looks good. Later we talking and she asked if she could give my card to her clients. I gave her business cards. She cleans home worth atleast...
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    Vinyl and Plastic Cleaner

    I really like Meg's #39, but wished it came in a gallon size. I do not like using diluted all purpose cleaners for this task. What product works like #39, yet is more cost effective? Eric
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    Ford Wheels and Trim

    Are these wheels clear coated? I cleaned the wheels and applied AIO, but the wheels are lacking. How do I clean and protect this trim? I have tried AIO on the trim and it just okay, but I want better results. I want it to look like new? I know the picture is not that great and is over year...
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    Steel wheel painting

    Need advice on paiinting steel wheels. Only a couple of spots on each wheel needs to repainted. Do I paint the whole wheel for color match reasons or just the spots which need painting? Or should I just polish the rest of the wheel with DACP or equivlent? Here is my plan: 1. Remove wheels 2...
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    Subaru Paint

    Can anyone tell me about the quality of Subaru paint. Preferably from the mid to late 90's. Also, did Subaru use single or clear coted red paint in that era? I know I can check by ising paint cleaner in the door frame, but wanted to hear from others. Eric
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    Roof Rack oxidation

    How do you remove oxidation from OEM roof racks? I have tried RC, Polishes, Cleaner waxs, Viynl Cleaner and protectants all to no avail, am I do something wrong? Maybe I need to try a different product or combo of products. Eric
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    Before and After

    The following are of an Explorer I worked on this past weekend. I do not have any pictures of the truck completed, but hope to get some soon. Before: Work in Progress: One more work in Progress. Check out those car wash swirls: Several things I learned: PC does great work Halogen...
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    P21s TAW or S100 TCC

    What is the difference between Total Auto Wash and Total Cycle Cleaner. Both have very similar descriptions. I can purchase the TCC fairly easily, where as I now have to order the P21s. Also, the S100 is a couple of dollars cheaper, but price difference would be even once tax and shipping are...
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    UPP Applicator

    I am going to apply UPP for the first time tonight. I am wondering what kind of applicator, should I use? Foam, terry or MF terry? Eric
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    First time customers

    While reading another thread, I started thinking what do the pros do for first time customers. 1. Complete ext/int detail before wash and wax service begins. 2. Whatever the customer wants because this pays the rent Possible considerations as to what to offer: 1. Do some customers take a pro...
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    Convertible tops

    What do you use to covertible tops? I currently use Amazing roll off followed by 303 on vinyl tops, but I just found out the pH of Amazing Roll off is 15. This combo works well and looks good. Eric
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    Wash and Wax

    I have monster truck(Lifted Dodge ram) to do a wash and wax on next week and the guy wants the truck to look good for the night. The truck has not been waxed or detailed in awhile, but I will be doing a complete exterior in end of June or the begining of July. Which of the following do I...
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    POP Mail

    I am looking for a free or inexpensive e-mail account. One of the main things I am looking for is the ability to send and receive with my e-mail program. Eric
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    Water, Power and Waiting

    I am just starting out part time (I have been a detailing enthusiast for a long time) hoping to supplement my income and have the following questions. What do mobile detailers do for water for the wash? Ask client for water hook up? If so, do you offer the client a slight reduction in...
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