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    My 1st motorcycle detail, Suzuki... (56k Okay)

    Well, this was my first motorcycle detail I've ever done. I actually really liked doing it and might go after more bike details in my biz. Here are the pics. Enjoy--comments welcome. Click for bigger pics. edited... I forgot to mention the obligatory list of products :)...
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    Black 1989 Mustang LX Notch with S/C 327 V8 (56k friendly)

    Here is a very nice 'Stang I detailed over the weekend (belongs to my older brother). Last dyno showed 525 RWHP! But who cares right...on to the detailing ;) :D 1. Dawn wash (bro insisted, he's a former Zaino zealot [I'm working to convert him though):D] 2. SSR2 by PC w/ CMA yellow pad...
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    Behold the power of PwC! (56k friendly)

    Just as the title suggests, behold the power of PwC on black. The car... a 1992 Honda Civic with black metallic paint in poor condition. Process... 1. Wash 2. PwC by PC w/CMA white pad on 4.5 Here are the before pics (click to enlarge)... Now for the after pics (click to...
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    My Porter Cable came today!!!

    Whoo hoo, UPS just brought me my long awaited PC 7424 from CoastalTools.com. My pads should be coming tomorrow from CMA. I ordered 3 white polishing pads, 3 yellow cutting pads, and 3 grey finishing pads. I can't wait until tomorrrow to get them. I have a few questions though. My kit from...
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    Any tips on detailing a motorcycle for a client?

    Toward the end of this week (or weekend), I have a client with a Suzuki Volusia motorcycle that needs detailing. I think it's either a 99 or 00 model. Not real dirty, but needs detailed. First off, I've never detailed a bike in my life. But the owner also knows a bunch of other bike...
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    Detail King MF Towels

    I ordered a dozen pack of 15" x 25" MF towels from Detail King out of Pittsburgh, PA a little while back and to honest, I'm not real impressed. After the first washing they seem really thin. Infact, the Costco towels seem to be much higher quality :rolleyes: Robert
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    Best interior stain remover I've ever used...

    Just thought that I'd share a little secret product I use in my mobile detailing business :D Detail King "Spot Shot" Stain Remover It's a grease/stains/etc. remover for interior upholstery and carpets. It works unbelievably well! It comes in an aerosol can. You simply spray it on the...
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    Please critique my Services Brochure

    Please give me feedback everyone on my Services Brochure. This is a brochure outlining my services and a basic guide to pricing. Some things have been modified to follow Autopian rules. Thanks everyone, Robert
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    Navy Blue Metallic 2001 Firebird Formula (56k friendly)

    I detailed this 2001 Pontiac Firebird Formula over the weekend for my older brother for cost. 1. QEW 2. DACP (on a few scratches) 3. PwC 4. EX-P 5. Natty Everything was done by hand. Hopefully I'll be able to get a PC soon. Well see :) . The pics below are thumbnail links to help...
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    Grand Prix GT -- PwC, EX-P, Natty Wax (56k WARNING)

    Here is my 00 Grand Prix GT I just detailed. 1. QEW 2. Clay (in spots) 3. SSR2 (in spots) 4. PwC 5. EX-P x2 6. Natty Looks pretty awesome if you ask me. Especially for such a light color. A few days ago I posted pics but they were without the Natty. I think the Natty made all the...
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    1st use of Poorboys Products (QD+,SSR2, PwC, & EX-P)

    I just got my Poorboy's order yesterday so I tried it all out on my 2000 Grand Prix GT with Champaigne Beige Metallic paint. 1. QEW 2. Clay Magic Clay bar 2. SSR2 (only on hood, roof, rear deck lid, & spoiler) 3. PwC 4. EX-P 5. QD+ 6. EX-P Swirls are still there, but SSR2 drastically...
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    Please critique my flyer

    Okay, this is my first flyer. Tell me what you guys think and please, by all means, give suggestions. It will be printed on bright yellow paper btw.
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    Receiving payment from customers

    I'm starting my mobile business next week. Everything is ready to go almost. Just wondering, what do you guys do as far as getting your money? Do customers pay upfront or after? Has anyone ever had a problem with people refusing to pay? Also, if you are detailing the customer's...
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    I tried QEW for the first time today

    Before trying QEW, I was like everyone else who hasn't tried it--very skeptical. But I finally went out and bought it. I figured if Scottwax uses it, then it must be good.:cool: The stuff is absolutely amazing! For anyone out there who is skeptical themselves, you truly have to try it to...
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    Went to a pro detailing seminar yesterday

    I went to a two day detailing seminar over the past weekend that was presented by Nick Vacco, the president of Detail King , a pro detailing chemical supply company. In my previous post on here, I said that I would let you guys know how it went and anything cool I learned. Day one of the...
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    Going to a pro detailing seminar tomorrow

    Well everyone, I plan to be open my mobile business around mid-April (only 2 1/2 weeks!). I feel pretty confident about it with everything I've read on here. Tomorrow I am going to a pro detailing seminar in Pittsburgh. It's a two day course for $300. The first day is all...
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    Paint cleaners?

    Is there a paint cleaner out there that is purely chemical, non-abrasive, but doesn't leave anything behind? I'll try to clarify. . . AIO - Chemical, non-abrasive, syn. wax left behind DACP - abrasive PwC - chemical, non-abrasive, carnuba wax left behind Is there a non-abrasive...
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    How many pros here detail engines for clients?

    I am going to start my mobile business probably this April (May at the latest). A lot of things still need to be done from now and then. Just wondering how many of you already established detailers do engines along with all your other services. Those of you who do, have you ever had...
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    QEW and Zaino?

    I've been viewing the forums for about three months now but don't post much, I just use the search feature. I haven't been able to find an answer to my question though. I've been a long time believer in Zaino and my question for everyone is this--does QEW get the paint clean enough for using...
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