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    What is this and how to I get rid of it?

    I think my car got some clear coat overspray on the trunklid and rear drivers quarter panel while at the body shop. They had to repaint my rear bumper and something tells me they decided to cut corners and paint it on the car. I'm not really sure what these dots are but nothing I've tried will...
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    Problem Claying

    Hi guys, I'm having some issues claying our X5, which is full of contaminants. I've tried both Zaino and Clay Magic and cannot remove the little embedded rust spots. It would take me all day to fully clay this vehicle. Any advice? Should I try a decontamination kit? A more aggressive clay...
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    Carpet Extraction Smells!

    Hi guys, I cleaned the carpet in my Audi A4 the other day with my LGCM. I presprayed and scrubbed the carpet with Folex, and extracted with hot water. Now my car smells really musty and disgusting. Any ideas why this happened? How can I solve it?
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    Clorox GreenWorks APC

    Hi guys, I came across this new cleaner at the grocery store the other day called Clorox GreenWorks APC. Its made from plant materials so its 100% natural and it smells amazing. What are your thoughts using this on interiors, wheels/arches, etc? I'm not very adventurous with new products!
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    Zaino Clay vs. Clay Magic

    Hi guys, I've just been lurking around deciding what to order for spring details, and I cannot decide between Clay Magic Blue or Zaino Clay. I've used both, and I don't know which is milder and less likely to marr. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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    Is upgrading to a Flex worth it?

    Hi guys, I've been using my PC for about two years, and I must say - I hate the amount of time required to properly correct an Audi or BMW. The clear is just too hard, and the PC seems so underpowered. In your opinion, is upgrading to the Flex worth it? Will I spend significantly less time...
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    Folex and Shop Vac

    Hi guys, I'd like to clean my mats with the Folex I purchased today. I plan on using my new shop vac as well. How do I dillute the product for general carpet cleaning? I'll probably use a brush to agitate and just extract with the shop vac. Any advice? Thanks!!
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    Any updates on Costco microfiber?

    Hey guys, I was reading through the archives about Costco's large bag of yellow microfiber towels and came up with a lot of old/conflicting info. I just picked up a bag tonight - it was a large plastic package with either 20 or 36, I already forgot!) What are your feelings on the...
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    Another good laugh

    Check out this thread I came across on Bimmerfest. This guy claims he is a professional painter and uses wheel cleaner to clean paint instead of clay!! SOS pads to clean glass? Why so many "I didn't bother claying" people? - bimmerfest - BMW Forums
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    Our BMW X5 3.0i

    Hello! I spent the past few days slowling working away at our 2005 BMW X5 3.0i. We bought it last winter as a CPO vehicle with almost 20,000 miles on it. Unforunately, the previous owner didn't take good care of it, which was evident when I found cheerios, coffee stains, etc throughout the...
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    JW Prime after 106FF

    Hi guys, I'm polishing our silver X5 out today, and I plan on using JW Prime (White PC polishing pad) after final polishing with Menz 106FF (White PC polishing pad). Do you think I will lose any gloss/shine by doing so? Or should I skip the Prime and go straight to Caranuba Jett? Thanks!
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    Paging member "Coupe"

    Coupe, I am looking for somebody with rotary experience to help me on my friend's recently repainted BMW. Could you please PM me as soon as possible. Thanks Silvergray
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    Leather brush recommendations?

    Hi guys, Do you have any recommendations on a good brush for delicate leather cleaning?? I want something that has no risk of dye removal?? Thanks!
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    My quick solution to bird etching.

    Hi guys, I just completed a full detail on my BMW over the course of 3 days. I learned a whole lot more by working with new products like 106FF, Meg's QID, and Natty's Blue. A little background on the issue: I found my certified pre-owned 325i on a dealer's lot last fall on a Sunday...
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    Finishing with 106FF. LC White or Green?

    Hi guys, Should I finish my BMW with the LC white or green (their German polishing/finishing pad) with my 106FF? I'll be using a PC. Thanks!
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    Too much lube? Is there such a thing?

    What do you think? I use a foam gun and my Zaino clay when claying cars, but I think there may be too much lube. The clay just doesn't seem effective enough at removing contaminants. Suggestions? Thanks!
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    Here it goes again.... My new A4.

    Okay, I know I'm annoying you guys. I'm annoying myself. But I just can't seem to decide which color my new A4 should be. Accumulator recommended silver, which I didn't really care for at first. I have visited the dealership everday for the past few days. I must admit, silver has REALLY...
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    Brilliant Black Audi Paint?

    Hi guys, This is a bit of a repost, but I ordered an Audi A4 today in Brilliant Black. Do you know if this paint is rock-hard like the rest of the Audi paint? I'd hate to get my car and have the issues the new BMW Jet Black paint has. Thanks for the help, and sorry for kind of reposting!
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    Making carpet softer?

    Hi guys, Any tips on making my black carpet softer? My friend has a simiar 3-series that he never vacuums, and the carpet it tons softer than mine! (And I obviously vacuum frequently!) I had Stanley Steemer clean the carpet recently, after my little Bissell machine crapped out. I guess they...
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    Anybody detailed a newer B7 Audi A4?

    Hello! I'm thinking about trading my BMW in on a new Audi A4. I just wanted to get some information about the paint quality from some of you guys that have detailed them. I just want to make sure their paint doesn't have any issues similar to the E90/E92 BMW 3-Series Jet Black. They offer...
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