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I just purchased a rotary from my local distributor, and the problem Im having is running it off my generator. I have a 2700watt northstar, and the rotary seems to run awfully slow on it, while doing fine on my house outlets. Any ideas why, is the generator too small? Never had problems...

I've been in search of a good water based dressing that is reasonably priced, because I'm just not crazy about my current distributors product. So as I've been looking, I've noticed a lot of dressings that say they are "water based silicone dressings." What exactly does this mean? Is it water...

I have been searching for a carpet brush for the PC's that my company use, and the only one I've found is one that screws on. One of my employees worked at another shop and said they had one that had velcro so they could slap it on the hook and loop pad. Anyone know anything about this? Thanks.

If anyone knows someone interested, or is interested themselves, I'm looking for part time help in the Raleigh, NC area. I'll be happy to email the details. Chris ABCDetailing

I currently use a pc for all polishing and light compounding jobs, but have been looking to get a rotary for some time now. My questions is, which is faster to detail with? Does it depend on the condition of the vehicle? I'm only guessing since I've never used a rotary, but I assume heavily...

I've run into a number of vehicles with roadpaint on the wheel wells. I'm able to remove paint overspray on metal, but how do you do so on the plastic wheel wells?

What do you guys typically do to remove bugs and tar when using S&W or QEW? Just curious, cuz I'm getting both to use in the winter, S&W for lightly dirtied cars, QEW for moderate.

I try (key word try!) and keep up with this lawyer and his black xjr, though many times our schedules conflict and I can't get his monthly ins/outs done. Well, about 3 months lapsed and this non-garaged kept vehicle was beat! Bird droppings all over, swirls galore, and a filthy interior. Once...

Just got my newly re-designed website up, www.abcdetail.com. Let me know what you guys think!

I have been using PwC on all my one step details but have wanted to try out a few other products for comparison, and I've been eyeing clearkote stuff. Is moose wax pretty compareable to PwC? I use a PC, and noticed in the description of Moose Wax no mention of use with a buffer, is it meant...

I currently run a mobile detailing business that is a little over 1 year old. Biz has been great, and the cost to run it is mnimal, however I've been wondering about maybe renting out a bay or two for the winter. Would this even work for a detailer that is already known as mobile? I'm afraid...

I have a client with a solaro that is in great shape that he wants detailed tomorrow, but he had a small problem applying some touch up paint to the hood. He applyed way to much and now it looks like a gloopy mess, and he'd like me to fix it for him. Should I sand it down or what? I have...

Currently I use a 10x20 shelter that must be assembled, but I'm looking to utilize a popup for quicker setup, what is the biggest one they make? I love all the shade I get from my 10x20, but its a bear to put up (about 15 min). Thanks! ABCDetail

I've noticed that a good number of detalers on these boards have done work with dealerships, but all the dealerships I have talked to have said they do all thier detailing in house. Do you guys deal with used car places? How do you entice the dealerships to utilize your services? And are they...

Just wondering how many of the pros offer Paintless dent repair? I've been looking at that, chip repair and windshield repair as things I'd like to get training on. I figured adding additional avenues for income would be great for my business. Can PDR be done outside or is lighting inside...

I've noticed that a lot of people use different chemicals to treat fabric, and I myself have just been using and extractor chemical before extracting with my Mytee. However I've encountered some vehicles that still seem to have stains (sometimes red ones) that I can't seem to remove. Any...

I know l previously asked about using PwC to clean up a foggy looking convertible window, but I was curious, to take out fine scratches and dullness in those types of windows do you simply use a cleaner? (ex. MPPC) I'd assume you don't want to use an abrasive. Thanks! ABCDetail

The other day I was talking to a gentleman who owns a bodyshop here in NC, and I started talking to him about using a rotary, wetsanding, etc. I asked him if maybe he could show me a thing or two about using a rotary, since all I use currently is a PC. He replied that really for him to teach...

Lately business has been absolutely booming with the weather being so clear here in NC, but I'm looking at the upcoming weather with some concerns. This year will be my second winter as a mobile detailer, and I feel like my first one did NOT go smoothly. Winters here aren't very severe, but 30...

Well, everything worked out fine after my little tent fiasco, and demand at this company is out of control! Two questions for everyone. First, I tend to use larger polishing pads with my PC, 7.5 and 8 inch because it enables be to get through my jobs quicker. But, should I actually be using...