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    3D Express Wax and HD Express Quick Wax the same?

    They appear to be the same however the descriptions for both are slightly different. And surprisingly the 3D in a 24oz is cheaper than the HD in a 16oz.
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    Who does engine steam cleaning in Chicago area?

    Are there any places in the Chicago area that do engine steam cleaning? And do it well. :)
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    Eagle One A-Z Tire Cleaner available in gallon containers?

    I go thru the bottles fairly quickly washing my car and the wifes van. Does anyone know if EO offers this product in a gallon size?
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    Paint chip repair: TouchUp123 vs Dr. ColorChip?

    Does anyone have experience with either of these products? Both are similar in application and both are priced identically. Just curious how they both stack up. TouchUp 123: Automotive Paint Touch Up Repair Kits Dr. ColorChip fool-proof auto touch up paint kit for chip repair on your...
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    Trying to polish with Megs 83 but having issues...

    I'm using the 83 on a Megs foam pad with the PC. I seem to be removing the larger swirls but replacing them with smaller micro swirls. Here is the difficulty I'm having right now. I'm using the technique from the autogeek vids (2x2 area, small line of polish around the edge of the pad, spread...
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    Clay bar is a waste of time!

    Don't mind the title. Just letting out some frustration. :wall My rear bumper is the most dirtiest part of my vehicle. Its gets to see PLENTY of carbon deposits from my exhaust. Specs of it all over coupled with your average "summer" construction zone tar deposits to join in the fun. I...
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    Using a dremel to polish small/tight areas?

    I know it sounds kind of odd but has anyone successfully rigged a small pad (2-3") on a dremel to work those smaller areas that a PC or rotary can't? Areas such as the top of door frames, mirrors, door handles, curvy front and rear fascias. Working these areas by hand is a lot of work especially...
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    Rotary to polish scratches out of windshield?

    With 70K on the clock for the old SRT my windshield is in need of some TLC. I've got some wiper scratches and tiny specs all over the windshield which I assume is pitting from being sandblasted from dirt/debris over the years of driving. Any recomendations on a good product to use with a...
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    4" pads with rotary???

    I've seen some online detail supply stores state on certain 4" pads that the speed should not exceed 1000 rpms. Why is this? And is this for all 4" pads? Is there any extra care needed when using these smaller pads with a rotary when polishing an entire vehicle?
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    How to attack etching with rotary?

    Using numerous applications with Megs #83, W8006 pad and the PC I didn't put a dent into these annoying rain etchings. My roof has the majority of them (pic below) while the top of the trunk lid, hood and upper portions of the doors are affected as well. Unfortunately my car is parked outside...
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    Need help deciding which brand 4" pad to purchase

    During my searching I have found these brands: Spot Buff Propel Spot Repair Sonus FX Are they all created equal? Do they all perform the same? I want to substitute my Meguiars W-8006 pads for smaller pads. Which color pad of the popular choice will work best with Meguiars #80?
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    Any outfit in the Chicago area that repairs paint chips?

    I'm looking for a professional business that specializes in paint chip repair in the Chicago area. Thanks!
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    How to protect polished aluminum wheels?

    What is a good easy to use product that will protect the finish of the polished aluminum lip on my wheels? The lip is NOT clearcoated. Unfortunately after a heavy rain pour my freshly polished lip gets "dulled" and I have to polish them again.:mad: I've seen Wheel Wax, Wenol polish (blue...
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    Orbital buffer and ScratchX?

    Time to do the Spring detail. I have VERY little marring on the paint despite my current techniques which many of you would probably throw the book at me. :p I have most of the Mequiars line because it is conveniant for me to purchase locally and also a few 3M products. My thoughts for the...
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    Your opinions on my 3 step process

    I know there are better products out there. However I've bought so many over the years I'm just going to make the best of some of them and I think that these are the best that I have in my stable. Well, I did buy one new product...:p (now mind you that my car is but a few weeks old) 1...
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    Morning dew etching on red paint?

    Unfortunately I do not have a garage (yet). So my vehicles endure every aspect of mother nature 24-7. However one thing has boggled me and I just can't figure it out. I had owned a 99 milano red Honda and noticed after time I could see teeny tiny specs all over the paint, mainly on the top sides...
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    Did I do wrong by using a non-cotton Viking mitt?

    I couldn't help it. It was nice out today and I wanted to wash the car by hand for the first time on my new Spec V. So I went out and tried to find the Viking wash mitt that has the cotton logo but no luck. Only the ones without the logo. So I figured what the hell...I'll use it for now until I...
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    So many to choose...are they all the same? (MicroFiber Towels)

    Since search is down I thought I might get some feedback on MF towels. There are so many car care sites that carry different kinds. Are all MF towels created equal? I know favorite places online here are pakshak, yosteve, cma, microfibertek. I'm trying to piece together my "detail kit" and...
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    Can't decide on wash mitt or sea sponge!

    Hello to all. My first post here!:) After doing alot of reading on this site and trying to take in all the info I still can't decide which product to use to wash my new car. I have a 1 month old 03 SE-R Spec V. And after having owned many cars in the past I want to do things the right way...
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