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    Stubborn layer of dirt/crud on bumper

    After a long Chicago winter and unusual circumstances, I wasn't able to wash my car for 4 months and finally got to it today. There seems to be a layer of extremely stubborn dirt on part of the bumper that won't come off. I tested a small area by scraping my fingernail through it and it does...
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    Liquid Glass Spray

    If produced and effective as they claim, could this revolutionize the detailing industry? Spray-on liquid glass is about to revolutionize almost everything
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    Supplies at Target on sale

    most vroom towels on sale (around $3.60 per pack for drying, orange misc., etc.) scotch guard on sale (upholstery and carpet) for like $3.60 a pieces certain brushes, applicator pads, mitts also on sale for around $3.60
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    Great story I found

    Not sure if this is true, but there ARE people like this!!! Man tries to pay bill with spider drawing
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    Selling the business...

    (I'm not sure if this is appropriate for this forum, mods please move/remove as you feel necessary.) Due to the current economic conditions of the country and my region, I have seen a sudden decline in my auto detailing business. There are less phone calls and emails coming in and my "go to"...
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    2002 BMW...Whiteout Conditions!

    Had a BMW come in with TONS of correction needed. I didn't have a chance to take a lot of pictures because of time restrictions, but the customer was happy with the work which is always a great feeling! Process: Wash Clay SIP 106 Collinite #845 Engine was pre-treated with P21S TAW and...
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    Vapor Clean Products TR6 Purchasing Experience...Wow!

    After reading all the good reviews about steamers, I decided I would purchase the TR6 from Vapor Clean Products. I purchased online on May 2nd, 2008 and received the following order confirmation via email on Monday May 5th, 2008(address & name deleted): Then I received the following email...
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    Plan of action on boat...please review

    Good Morning! I have done the interior on a boat before but never actual oxidation removal on the gelcoat. I have searched and put together this process: Edge yellow wool for the heavy oxidation/scratch removal Edge blue wool pads for swirl removal/light swirls Edge foam finishing pads for...
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    Thoughts on TR6 Steam cleaner?

    I'm finally making my steam cleaner purchase! :woohoo: I've read good things about the Vapor Clean TR6 and think it would be a good investment for me. I would like to use it to speed up interiors and carpet cleaning. Are there any models that are comparable in terms of price and performance...
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    APC application question

    I searched the forums and came up with nothing. My question is what's the most effective way to clean textured interior surfaces with Megs APC? I usually use a toothbrush because its small and gets into every small crevice but its REALLY time consuming. I used a sponge today but it didnt really...
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    Lincoln Cleaned & Glazed (C&B / Mini Review)

    So this Beauty Queen came in to get cleaned up. The owner wanted the interior, exterior and engine detailed. He didn't want the paint polished just yet because he was going on a road trip with his family and figured he would get it done when he came back. Unfortunately, this was completed at...
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    Powder coating in Illinois?

    Does anyone have any information on: 1) How easy it will be to maintain & clean powdercoated rims 2) Where to get this done in the Chicagoland/Western Suburbs? 3) What's a good price range for all 4 wheels? Any info is appreciated! Thanks guys.
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    Which wool pad on a clear coat?

    What type of wool pad is safe on a clearcoat? I've read that twisted wool is no good...which ones are safe?
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    Can I use wool pads on a rotary?

    I've read here that twisted wool is not for clearcoats. Does this include other wool pads? What should be the deciding factor here?
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    Converting RGB to CMYK?

    Does anyone know how to do this? I'm getting some cards made up and my printer asked me to do this before I submit my files. I have PS Elements, but I guess it doesn't have this feature.
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    Should my Viking Genuine Wool mitt scratch a CD?

    I found a couple Viking Genuine Wool Mitts similar to this (but without a thumb) for $1.15 at my Murray's and decided to pick them up since they were a steal... I did the CD test with it when it was DRY and it completely swirled up the CD. Is this normal for a wool mitt? I understand it...
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    Foam Cannon & Pressure Washer Help!

    After doing a search, I'm VERY confused about the following: 1) Where to purchase a Foam Cannon 2) How to connect it to a gas powered pressure washer 3) What parts/attachment I will need 4) What is the benefit of brass connectors vs. plastic? Also, if someone has any product...
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    Which has more effect? Cards or Flyers?

    Which one has brought you the most customers? Business cards are easy to keep in your wallet, but flyers can have more information and can be passed out at meets, events etc. I'm not sure which to get first, eventually I would like to incorporate both in my marketing.
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    Review my site part 2!

    I took some recommendations and made some changes accordingly. Profile--->Homepage
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    Please critique site/packages

    I just put my new site up live (click username-->homepage) and wanted to get some input. I know that there are 2 buttons on the tool bar that do not work and a couple areas that need to be finished, this is just a preliminary evaluation. I built the entire thing myself, including the logo and...
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