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    how to get quick high volume retail

    Hey guys, I have a new detail shop with pretty good frontage/traffic, and I was wondering what kind of temporary sign or banner would pull people in, kind of like an impulse purchase? I know it's gonna have to be quick and cheap business, like while you wait washes and waxes for next to nothing...
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    business insurance?

    I have a big delaership that I'm getting set up with to do their cars, and they want to see my proof of insurance, what kind of insurance do detail shops have? I'm thinking maybe bonding to cover damage to vehicles while at my shop? I also pick up and deliver, so maybe on road ins too...
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    paintless dent repair

    Does anybody here offer paintless dent repair? If so where is a good place to get tools and or training? The glue and dent puller method looks simple, if it really works, thanks Heff
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    convertible top cleaner/protectant

    Hey guys, I just got a chrysler sebring witha black convertable cloth top. It's not too dirty, so a wash will probably clean it well, but what can I use on it to clean and protect maybe shine it a little. Preferably something easy, safe and that I can get locally, like at autozone etc...
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    best safe wheel cleaner

    whats the best all wheel safe wheel cleaner? I'm going to be doing enough kinds of wheels soon, that I dont want to risk anything, and I know even some of the so called all wheel cleaners actuall have in fine print do not use on certain types of wheels, so what actually safe on all wheels? I...
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    How does the rain affect your business

    Hey guys, I guess this is for the people who have an actual shop, not mobiles, how does the rain affect your business, does it just stop on rainy days, or just slow down? Technically I can wash, dry and detail clients cars inside, but when it leaves my shop, it's going to get dirty and wet, so...
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    which wax and sealant do you use?

    Well, I am finally taking the plunge, I just rented a shop to start my detailing business full time, and I know with the anticipated high volume, I need to switch most of my products to commercial or bulk items. My main item that I need some advice on is waxes and polymer sealants. What are some...
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    any atlanta area detail suppliers?

    Does anybody know of any atlanta area suppliers for commercial detailing supplies, like the ones that have a truck and deliver to your shop? I heard there was one called crystal magic or something, but I can't find any contact info. I also would prefer not to order stuff, just local in stock...
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    whats wrong with this flyer?

    Hey guys, I put about 90 of these flyers on select cars last week, and haven't got one call yet, I also did the same with my business card the week before with the same result, so I just wanted to know if this is normal or if ther's something wrong with my flyer, or price. Basically my flyer...
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    what buffing product do you use for average customers

    I'm starting to get into more volume as far as clients go, but I'm still doing private clients only no commercial account yet, and for the average car with about 5 years of average scratches and swirls, I have been using megs dacp with a foam polishing pad, then swirl remover with the same pad...
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    Rate my routine

    hey guys, I do part time detailing on the weekends, and I was wondering if you guys could give me any tips, or suggestions. almost all of the cars that i detail are in need of the same thing as far as buffing goes, 1-6 years old , minor swirls, spiderwebbing, etc. what I have been doing is...
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    removing compund/wax from plastic

    Hey guys I'm detailing a nissan truck this weekend and it has alot of that grey textured plastic, all over the truck, and I'm going to tape it off as best I can but what works best for removing wax/compund from that kind of plastic?
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    Oxidized headlight lenses

    hey guys what is the best way to remove oxidation/scratches from headlight lenses? I know of a couple of products made specifically for this, but I'm looking for someone who has tried them or something that works so I don't have to go through the trial and error, thanks, Heff
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    Need Meg's professional line recomendation

    Hey guys I have a question reguarding the meguires professional line. I do part time detailing on the weekends, about 2 cars a week, and most of the cars that I get are about 3-7 years old, with no major oxidation or problems, just the usual signs of neglect and drive thru car washes...
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    Glaze on customers cars?

    Hey guys, I'm a part time detailer just, 2-3 cars a week, and I was reading a detailing article that said most pro's use a glaze on their customer's cars. I have used meg's show car glaze , topped with p21s on car's for a show or for pictures , and it looks great, but I have always considered it...
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    UPP help

    Hey guys, I have been using platinum ultimate paint protection, for about a year now on and off, and no matter what, I just cannot get this stuff to buff off cleanly without a fight. It always smears and hazes. Most of it usually comes off, but if you look closely, there is always a cloudy haze...
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    Klasse AIO questions

    Hey guys I just ordered a bottle of klasse AIO, after hearing about everyone using it, to replace my platinum paint cleaner, and I have some questions. Is this a professional ,show car grade product? when I read the description and it says it can be used for furniture among other things it looks...
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    paint pre cleaner? AIO?

    Hey guys, I am looking for a product to replace my platinum ultimate pre cleaner, which I use before waxing or applying polymer sealants. basically something to pre clean the paint for any kind of wax or sealant. What are some of the best products out there, I hear alot of good things about AIO...
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    Cleaning bonnets?

    Hey how do you guys clean your buffer bonnets? I am hesitant to put them in the washing machine for fear that the wax will damage the machine, so I have been just soaking them in detergent and hot water, but that doesn't work as well as i would like. Any ideas would be appreciated thanks...
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    Should I buy a porter cable?

    Hey guys I am considering buying a PC to replace my ryobi orbital, but I want to know if it would be worth it. I have and use a dewalt rotary for actual buffing/polishing and use my orbital for application and removal of waxes and precleaners. My question is for what I use it for, would it...
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