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    Rust problem

    Here is a pic of the rust; Uploaded with ImageShack.us Any idea on how I can mitigate or prevent further damage? Its been there for about two years. I live in Canada so some product which I can get locally would be nice.
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    Can I polish over this?

    Hi guys, First, does anyone know what this is? I had this stuff on my car for a few months now. Its is possible to scratch it off with my nails but not with car washing. Will it be safe if I go through my polishing process as usual and it will be removed? wash/clay/polish Sorry for the...
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    Detail right away?

    So I have not done any cleaning/detailing on my car since October when I waxed it. Weather is looking nice now and so should my car. My question is, should I wash my car a few times to ensure car is fully clean before I detail, or can I go through my process right away? Process: Wash/dry...
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    Few questions before I winter wax

    This will be my FINAL waxing/washing till next year spring. So everything will be for durability! 1. I plan to use do this: RMG then 3 layers of Collinite 476s. Is this fine, or is the RMG a useless step? 2. Is it necessary to clay, and do a light polish before I apply the wax? Or can...
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    Dealing with foggy windows

    One of our cars has a problem with really foggy windows. It dosent have AC so that option is out. Is there a product that I can apply to the interior windows t prevent fog? I tried the rainX one and its garbage
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    Question on maintaining my shine

    My detail was about 3 weeks ago. Consisting of wash,clay,polish, RMG and p21s/s100 and finish off with Ultimate quick detailer (UQD). I know the s100 has a lifespan of approx 3 weeks so I think its time "refresh" my detail. How should I do it? Here my 2 ideas? 1. Wash/dry>s100 2...
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    Dawn power dissolve

    Im looking for something to clean my pads. I have tried snappy clean, dishwasher, and laundry detergent. I remember reading somewhere that dawn power dissolve is the way to go. The problem is, no Canadian Tire or Wal mart Ive been to has it. Anybody know where I can get this or if there is...
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    Clean pads

    When you clean pads is there still some residue left, or are the pads completely clean. I tried putting my pads in snappy clean pad cleaner, i used laundry detergent and even used palmolive dishwasher. And yes I squeezed out the heck outta the pads. Even soaked them in for an hour and I still...
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    MY FIRST DETAIL: Experience, comments and pics

    Well I got the UDM and accessories from eshine yesterday and immediately cancel my day activities and got straight to detailing. This is my frist time using a polishing machine and clay so its a new experience. I must say, detailing takes looong. Also I dont know if its my position or what but...
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    Some questions before I start detailing

    1. When I find the right polish/pad combination should I use that for the entire car or just that panel where I tested? 2. How do I know if I should use the 4in pads or 6in pads? 3. Is this a good order? Clay>Optimum Compound>Optimum Polish>RMG>NXT Tech-wax>s100 wax? And is it safe...
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    Help me with my plunge into serious detailing

    OK I think I have a grip on exactly what I should get to dive into the world of detailing. This is the end result of 2 weeks worth of research. Let me know what you think. WASHING: 1 Sheepskin mitt 2 buckets Meguiars Gold Class Soap DRYING: 1 Dehydrator Towel 1 Microfiber towel...
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    ColourX

    What exactly is this and how does it meet up to "autopian" standards. I did a search but did not find much. I currently use it as a cleaner/polish but are there better products out there for the price? Or can this pass?
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    Hey

    Alright I just recently heard about autopia and im getting hooked. I always loved the shine from nice cars and never knew about the "professional" look. As of now im thinking of getting the UDM as my first big step into the hobby but am holding on to it since finding out the UDM 2.0 is...
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    New guy with his first post..now judge me

    Hi, I always thought I was serious into detailing...until I saw this site. Anyway I like to always have my car clean and to "stand out". Anyway here are my materials/steps: 1. Wash car using Meguairs Gold Class 2. Wash tires with soap/water and tire spray 3. Dry Car using mr. clean...
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