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So, I got a call from a local dealership asking if I had interest in detailing a car. Sorry, I don't do dealer work. Although they had been referred by an existing client, I just don't do dealer work. But, the lady explained that this is the owner of the dealership's personal car. So, if I can...

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This week, the limo biz steps into the new age and I am eliminating the wireless credit card machines in favor of having purchased the new Nextel that swipes cards. I have 22 wireless cc terminals that I'm getting rid of. If any of you are interested PM me.

Thought it being nice weather, I would clean around my own house. Already have the Stabil in and Tenders on and thought I would clean two up. Might end up selling these two and funding a four-wheeled Italian . Anyway, these are worse for the wear - the Italians really have problems...

Well, I had a nice easy schedule going this month. Had planned on taking it easy thru the first of Nov but, this client wants his cars done. So, I have been working on this car for the past couple days. Took a few befores and pulled it out for some shots in the sun but, todays weather was kinda...

I have a client with a G-IV that will be in Orange County starting next week and for 10 days. He would like it detailed - inside and out. I've done it once - three men at $180 per hr, per man. We had a total of 60 hours into this thing. Too much brain damage for me. Anyone in the O.C. area with...

Haven't posted here in a while - sorry for those who have PM'd that I've not answeered. Anyway, I've been working on this car for a few days. While I'm waiting for the floor to be sprayed in my new garage to prepare for winter storage projects. So, this one goes to the house for service! Wash...

You know, I have to say, I observe members haere occasionally ask questions that I think should be an easy anwer for someone posting here. Then, you read some of the replies and understand and kind of put the original question in perspective. And, the great thing, I almost always walk away with...

Hey guys, looking for a little help. I have a client who has taken delivery of a new car and I am going to perform a complete correction starting Monday. The car is a Pagani Zonda. I've never even seen one. So, just wondering if anyone has expereince with the paint and might know what I can...

So, for the past few months I've been working on a local hotel to get them to send us some cars of the guests staying in the hotel. I quoted $125.00 per wash (interior/exterior clean up) and thought they weren't sending me anything because my prices were a bit stiff. Well, lo and behold, they...

I'm pretty much a reach for the rotary as my GoTo machine for most everything. I have a Flex DA but, it make so much noise and vibrates so much, I don't like to use it. Even my Flex rotary is loud as he11!!! So, today, I found myself looking at my Cyclo and thinking I'm gonna break it out...

I just took a call from a local Ferrari owner asking if I would come look at his car. This would be a new client referred by his neighbor who is an existing client . Anyway, he explained that he recently had gotten the number of of a detailer who came to service his car from Toronto. Left some...

First, if I'm posting in the wrong area, please let me know. I have a 2007 6X12 Haulmark trailer with Bulldog Press Washer, 120 gal tank, Husky Comp. Coleman 6250 Genny (All about three months old). I am looking to sell this as my SPrinter should be up this week. Also, I have a complete line...

I just serviced this client's Tahoe, that he promptly sold and replaced with an '09R500. This car is brand new so, I didn't do anything inside. Instead, I spent 12 hours working the paint. This car sat on the lot for almost 7 months, getting the three times a week spray and dry - paint was...

For compound, polish,etc. Megs make a bottle - both labeled and generic - that I have been using for a while now. Problem is, the tops go to pot pretty quick. And, they come with the little red tip covers that end up lost over time. So, I'm wondering how some of you fair with your choice. I've...

So, if you remember the white CKL Mercedes I posted a few weeks back - H.S> grad gift for a regular client's daughter. This is the car she drove and just parked once she got the Merc. So, the parents are selling it and wanted it cleaned up. Didn't get many good pics as the day was hot and I...

So,this is not exactly a detailing tool. But, two weeks ago, I bought a set of Gojak car dollies. This has been my best investment this year! Saves time having to get in, start and move a car around the shop. For those of you who work in a shop, check them out. Good Stuff. Andy

I've just bought my new home and, it has a three car garage. To date, all of my business has been mobile or at the shop. My shop is 26 miles from home and I have a number of clients that live within two to three miles of home. The problem with coming to their home vs. taking their car to the...