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Awhile ago, I believe awd330 posted that Meg's CitriGel had been discontinued. This past weekend, while at the All-Chrysler Nationals at Carlisle, I decided to try and find some. Meguiar's had their usual semi truck set-up and a smaller booth as well. Neither one had the CitriGel, but they...

Ok, the fiancee just got a new car. 2005 Corolla S, platinum gray metallic paint. Unfortunately, I could not give it a good cleaning yesterday due to weather. I did get a chance to put some QD+ on it for protection until I get a chance to wax it. Anyway, I was thinking I might give it a good...

I searched for the answer, but didn't find anything. Anyway, I put a layer of EX on the car about a week ago. Now I want to add a second layer to ensure even coverage. I haven't driven the car, it has stayed in the garage the whole time. Should I give it a quick cleaning with some S&W before...

A co-worker just got a 95 Benz and asked what he could use to clean the rims safely. They look to be satin aluminum. I have heard that Simple Green is a no-no on aluminum. Anybody have some suggestions as to a good, safe, easy-to-find wheel cleaner? I have Meg's Citri-Gel, would that be safe...

I have been working on my one car off and on for about a week now. First step was to wash. Next, I broke out the SSR2 and the cutting pad with the PC. Car felt much better afterwards. Had to work a couple of areas twice and still some minor scratches, but definitely an improvement. Felt...

Well, over the weekend I was actually able to spend time on my garage queen to get ready for the All-Chrysler Nationals in Carlisle. First step was to wash. Next I did the whole car with SSR2 and a yellow cutting pad. Next I did PP with a white polishing pad (both pads by Lake Country I...

I was actually asked an interesting question the other day by a guy at my work. Knowing that I am into detailing, he asked me what some good products would be to clean his car he just bought ('95 Benz). I started going through everything I have and use. He gave me a look and said he didn't...

Ok, I just got my Wenol polishes yesterday so I started playing under the hood polishing a few items. Unfortunately, some of the items are kinda small or intricate (like the bracket on the fuel rail). I was able to polish it some, but it is hard to rub in some places because my fingers just...

Eventually, I will be detailing the fiancee's ride so we can sell it. It is a Honda Civic with the satin silver metallic paint. My plan of attack is as follows (please note the car was clayed earlier this year, so I have not included that step): 1. Wash 2. SSR1 3. PP 4. EX I want to keep it...

I have noticed that a number of people have been using Poorboy's PP, PwC, or SSR1 to clean their windows. My side windows on the one car have some serious scratches (kinda deep and a whole lot of them). Which of the above 3 would be best to remove the scratches and how should it be applied? I...

I seem to always be having this problem. I started out by trying to polish my fuel rail. First I tried some chrome polish. Worked pretty good for a short time. Then I wet sanded with 2000 grit sandpaper. Looked great!! Unfortunately, after everytime I clean it, it gets cloudy again like I...

Well, Saturday night I decided to pull a couple of trim pieces off of the car and give them a good scrubbing. Pulled off the cowl (what a PITA!) and a piece of the truck (metal painted piece with trim along rear window edge attached). Scrubbed them with some Meg's #39. Didn't do a whole lot...

Finally got around to washing the Sunturd this weekend. Thought I would give it a good cleaning. Broke out the PP and cutting pad. Did the hood and the pad was black!! I decided to do only one section of the car completely (polish, wax, etc.) as the weather was kind of iffy. Next I took my...

Well, my fiancee wants to get rid of her 2001 Civic because she thinks it is bad luck. In any case, there were a couple of spots that needed some touch-up paint (a couple of long scratches, and 2 chips). I got the paint code and got some TU from the dealer. It is way darker than the original...

Just curious as to what the expected shelf life of some of the Poorboy's products might be? I currently have PP, PwC, SSR1, and Ex. I am looking at getting SSR2 and/or SSR3. Since I only do my own cars (2001 Civic, 91 Sunbird, 91 Spirit R/T), I don't use product up very quickly. I do imagine...

Finally had a chance to wash the car last night. Pulled it into the garage afterwards and had some dinner. After dinner, I decided to play with some of the Poorboy's products I had gotten a couple of months ago. Experimenting with the hood (red car, minor scratches, clearcoat pits and what...

Ok, I got a Steam Shark over the weekend. It is still a little chilly to be doing detailing here, but hopefully soon it will warm up for good (and on the weekend!!). I played a little with the Steam Shark around the house. It seems to clean ok (a little smelly though). I found that I really...

Ok, I now have SSR1, PP, PwC, and Ex. I am looking to do 3 cars. First one is a 2001 silver Civic. Not well maintained prior to me dating the owner. Some light hiarline scratching. Second car is a 91 red Spirit R/T. Some swirls, nothing really bad. Third is a blue 91 Sunbird. Paint job...

Anybody have any ideas on what to use for a garage floor sealer? I was thinking of getting that battleship gray epoxy type sealer from Home Depot. Any experiences, good or bad? And ease of installation? Thanks, Neil

Well, I just bought my first house :eek: (closing in Septmeber). After signing my life away for a mortgage, I will need to properly light the garage (one car garage in a townhouse). The garage is kinda small, but doable. Only one 60 watt nulb lights it up at the moment. What do you guys use...