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    Topper for KSG?

    I like the protection I get from KSG, but it lacks depth and does not hide paint defects. What I am looking for is a liquid product that I can apply via my PC (for speed and ease) over KSG to add alot of depth and wettness for RED paint. I want a product that has no dusting, no trim staining...
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    Topping Glazes with KSG?

    I looking to see if a KSG can be applied on glazes. Currently have 3M IMG which I like the wet, filled looked, but not sure I can top with KSG for the protection I would like. I have some RMG on order too, so that will interested in trying the KSG over RMG. Will KSG apply over RMG or other...
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    Shredding Pads

    Its been awhile since I have used my PC DAP, but resently broke it out to overhaul a new car I picked up. I used an old pad for cutting stage and notice it was tearing and shredding at the base plate edges. I blew it off as an old pad. I then slapped a brand new pad on for Finish polish (ie...
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    Lexol Spray vs. Liquid

    The spray bottle certainly seems convenient, but my intuition tells me the liquid/lotion would yield better results. Anyone with any experience with both care to share their thoughts?
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    New Car, Holes in the Arsenal

    Well I have been out of the scene for a few years, as the clear coat seperated on my old beater, so I did not detail it much. Just picked up a new ride though, quit a step up too. From a Civic to G35 Coupe. Anyway the patient: 2005 G35 Coupe, Bright Red (Lazer Red, Redline Red, *shrug* ?)...
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    Ridgid Accessories/Attachments

    I am looking at purchasing the Ridgid WD4050 vacuum because I like the price, portability and compactness. The one thing I don't like about it is the lack of hose attachments. My question is what is Autopia using for hose attachments on this unit or similar 1-7/8" hose Ridgid Vacs? And in...
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    Aluminum Polish Recommendation?

    I have a project car that I have been working for years to put together. Finally got her up and running and took her out this weekend. Anyway, the engine bay has lots of polished aluminum goodies that have oxidized and lost there luster after sitting in my garage for two years with no up keep...
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    3m Img & Ihg

    I purchased these products a few years back. I had great success with them early on, but lately I have been having a horrendous time removing the IMG or IHG once I have applied it. I apply with a PC around the 5 setting. I have both cotton and MF for removal but I still get in cases where I...
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    P21S on trim and molding

    Is there any harm in getting P21S on your trim and molding? I have been using One Grand Blitz Paste wax, but tried out P21S last night. I absolutely love the ease of application. The results seem to be pretty spectacular too, though I haven't had a chance to examine the car under full light...
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    Meguiars Abrassive Ratings

    I know there some topic regarding this already, but much of it seems to be based on experience. I just ordered up a new bottle of Megs #9 last week and it arived in a fresh new bottle which had a nice little abrasive "meter" on the side. Rating it at a 3 out or 10 on "Meguiars abrasive scale"...
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    Building an Autopian Detailing Arsenal?

    Alright, I am looking to finish out my detailing arsenal and I am looking for some help. I currently use P21S and Klasse for protection. I have a PC and currently have 3M IHG and 3M IMG. It is my understanding that both of these products, IMG and IHG, have fillers to fill in swirls, etc...
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    "Concours"??

    Silly question: What does "concours" mean? And how do you pronounce it?
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    Inspecting Paint in Artifical Light

    Its pretty easy to analyze paint in a bright natural lighted conditions, but what are some good methods for observing and analyzing the paint for swirls, oxidation, etc in artifical light. I live in Houston and the problem is its always sunny and 90+ degrees. . . . ok, ok. . . 100+ degrees...
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    Greetings

    Just want to drop a line to everyone. I am new to this "community" and just wanted to say WOW. This is awesome This is what I have been looking for to extend my knowledge of detailing. The market is overwhelmed with products, some are bogus, some are "utopia", and with the knowledged and...
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