Hello Everyone – I am new to this forum and it seems to be a perfect fit for my business. Family issues caused me to move to western New York (Burrrr…) from South Carolina where I had a successful mobile business. I was mainly repairing and painting bumpers for various car dealers in the area. The problem here though is winter, wind, and rust – none of which lends a friendly hand to painting outside.
Detailing seems to be a more viable option here and is much more “green” than painting outside, not to mention the health hazard of isocyanates. My work van is set up to operate completely stand alone, but maybe a little short on fresh water. I have all the commercial quality tools and equipment necessary for top quality results and a work ethic that never stops. My closest friend that I have known since boyhood, runs a busy Classic and Custom Car Restoration Shop, which could give me good access to high-end work.
My concerns however are
1. Can I do a top quality detailing job without an abundant supply of fresh water? My van has a hydraulic lift on the back eliminating the possibility of towing a trailer. I presently use a portable gas caddy filled with 14 Gal of water that I can hand pump or drain from. Would ONR work and still result in top notch end result? Any other ideas?
2. Polishes seem to be all over the map in use and durability. Some require 12 hours dry or cure time before application of wax. I understand that Carnuba wax breathes to allow nourishment to the leaves it grows on. Would that be ok to use right over the polish? Any recommends on good polish with long durability?
Many Thanks
Detailing seems to be a more viable option here and is much more “green” than painting outside, not to mention the health hazard of isocyanates. My work van is set up to operate completely stand alone, but maybe a little short on fresh water. I have all the commercial quality tools and equipment necessary for top quality results and a work ethic that never stops. My closest friend that I have known since boyhood, runs a busy Classic and Custom Car Restoration Shop, which could give me good access to high-end work.
My concerns however are
1. Can I do a top quality detailing job without an abundant supply of fresh water? My van has a hydraulic lift on the back eliminating the possibility of towing a trailer. I presently use a portable gas caddy filled with 14 Gal of water that I can hand pump or drain from. Would ONR work and still result in top notch end result? Any other ideas?
2. Polishes seem to be all over the map in use and durability. Some require 12 hours dry or cure time before application of wax. I understand that Carnuba wax breathes to allow nourishment to the leaves it grows on. Would that be ok to use right over the polish? Any recommends on good polish with long durability?
Many Thanks
