TheAverageMan
New member
More reviews, and honestly, a better store webpage layout. Its kind of dated and could use a better or at least more aesthetic formatting.
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LEDetailng
New member
^^^this
I check DI at least once a day for a new "how to" article. Ask Ray to keep posting his reviews and update us on his business.
How about making your Miata the test hood for all new products
RatZ1LLa
New member
Buy One Get One section. I usually use them to rack up a nice free shipping purchase.
Product of the Month. Say Griots BOSS G21, then the article would be a thorough review on it along with articles from members. Discount code for that item of the month only.
Reviews of the Month. Top three forum product reviews get prizes that is voted on by the community.
Product of the Month. Say Griots BOSS G21, then the article would be a thorough review on it along with articles from members. Discount code for that item of the month only.
Reviews of the Month. Top three forum product reviews get prizes that is voted on by the community.
01GreyStangGT
Member
Comparisons of PBMG with competitor products is a great idea.
More flat-rate shipping
Reviews
Some form of Connect?
More flat-rate shipping
Reviews
Some form of Connect?
polisher
New member
i say more educational videos...just more videos.. And also i think should include some big and/or small celebs in any field ..just to boost ratings..
Wing Commander
New member
I would like to see connect come back.
Rod73
Member
I would say, how to videos.
Regional Detailfests throughout the USA. I think there are a lot of novices/weekend warriors who cannot attend the Florida event, BUT if you could makes some thing like this happen, say, at a regional car show or at a professional detail shop, that would be beneficial to all who want a hands-on experience. OR what about contest to allow a lucky Autopian to win a trip to the Florida Detailfest???
The other is to have someone from PBMG come to technical colleges/trade schools and do seminars on detailing, exposing those interested or training for a career in professional detailing to new products and equipment. Some of this can be underwritten/sponsored by the various car-care manufacturers who make the chemicals and equipment. Why not?! it`s good public relations. (Why do you think Microsoft has an educational price for their software?)
I`d also like to see a little more "administrative policing" of the topics in the Hot Tub. Some will view that as censorship, BUT, I do think some of the topics are "controversial" and need more "guidance" what is acceptable and what is not. It`s nice to have an "open discussion" on a wide variety of topics by like-minded detailing aficionados, BUT those "discussions"(personal opinions) also underscore the deep divisiveness so prominent within this nation. I will say it like this, quoting Abraham Lincoln, "Sometimes it is better to remain quiet and be thought a fool than to open one`s mouth and remove all doubt."
The other is to have someone from PBMG come to technical colleges/trade schools and do seminars on detailing, exposing those interested or training for a career in professional detailing to new products and equipment. Some of this can be underwritten/sponsored by the various car-care manufacturers who make the chemicals and equipment. Why not?! it`s good public relations. (Why do you think Microsoft has an educational price for their software?)
I`d also like to see a little more "administrative policing" of the topics in the Hot Tub. Some will view that as censorship, BUT, I do think some of the topics are "controversial" and need more "guidance" what is acceptable and what is not. It`s nice to have an "open discussion" on a wide variety of topics by like-minded detailing aficionados, BUT those "discussions"(personal opinions) also underscore the deep divisiveness so prominent within this nation. I will say it like this, quoting Abraham Lincoln, "Sometimes it is better to remain quiet and be thought a fool than to open one`s mouth and remove all doubt."
mjgraniero
New member
There are never detail events in my area, where can get hands-on training/experience. If someone made this happen within a couple hours of my location I`d make the drive.
Zelfiris
New member
1. Post Autopia member review videos on the product pages (Autopia store) will increase community involvement - I for one would love to make a quality video knowing there is a chance my efforts can be used for others to gain feedback from.
2. More active Mods to generate activities and discussions - like others said, an example could be side by side product comparisons
3. Send products to trusted members to review - similar to how cellphones and other gadgets get reviews from peers, Autopia can send items to be reviewed then have the product sent back to Autopia. Maybe new polishers in the future?
2. More active Mods to generate activities and discussions - like others said, an example could be side by side product comparisons
3. Send products to trusted members to review - similar to how cellphones and other gadgets get reviews from peers, Autopia can send items to be reviewed then have the product sent back to Autopia. Maybe new polishers in the future?
Marc08EX
New member
Definitely reviews for me. Not just from Autopia employees but from forum members as well. Give an incentive like extra points if the review is featured in the autopia facebook page, etc.
I liked when others said to bring back CONNECT.
I liked when others said to bring back CONNECT.
Ronkh
Wax Waster
Multiple detail fests ?!?!?!?!?!
The cost to do such an event is incredible.
As far a local/regional training events, Poorboys world did it when they were in Nyack, I know of at least a few other places that do em across the country.
But to expect Geek to pack up a bunch of stuff and ship it all over is imho not practical.
This is only part of what was needed for one project with 10 people
here are some threads of PB`s detail weekends
http://www.autopia.org/forums/poorb...il-weekend-pics.html?highlight=detail+weekend
For some reason I can`t find my other detail weekend threads, but they are there. Look for em.
These are very labor intensive and quite costly for the companies to do.
The cost to do such an event is incredible.
As far a local/regional training events, Poorboys world did it when they were in Nyack, I know of at least a few other places that do em across the country.
But to expect Geek to pack up a bunch of stuff and ship it all over is imho not practical.
This is only part of what was needed for one project with 10 people
here are some threads of PB`s detail weekends
http://www.autopia.org/forums/poorb...il-weekend-pics.html?highlight=detail+weekend
For some reason I can`t find my other detail weekend threads, but they are there. Look for em.
These are very labor intensive and quite costly for the companies to do.
Ronkh
Wax Waster
RaydiantDetail
New member
Similar to what others are saying:
Bring back connect or a similar type of membership
More reviews of products/ how to`s - something similar to DI Ask a Pro would be a cool idea
Ensure synergy between AGO/ACC site product offerings
Bring back connect or a similar type of membership
More reviews of products/ how to`s - something similar to DI Ask a Pro would be a cool idea
Ensure synergy between AGO/ACC site product offerings
First-I want Connect back ! Nuf said, I love this place but before Connect your shipping to new York was Pony express seep at best and the pricing w/ freight stunk. Big orders are nice, but when I had connect I ordered what I wanted , when I wanted and got it in an acceptable time.
I would like to see epic posts like Todd used to post. His work was awesome, and we need a resident super professional to show us what is possible with new processes and products.
Because of the Ferrari wet sanding post I actually got the nerve to sand out some paint imperfections that I purchased my car with. Those were impossible to polish out.
I need more :
1. New info
2. Epic posts
3. Side by side demonstrations with detailed comparisons
4. Product write ups and then long term follow up.
I would like to see epic posts like Todd used to post. His work was awesome, and we need a resident super professional to show us what is possible with new processes and products.
Because of the Ferrari wet sanding post I actually got the nerve to sand out some paint imperfections that I purchased my car with. Those were impossible to polish out.
I need more :
1. New info
2. Epic posts
3. Side by side demonstrations with detailed comparisons
4. Product write ups and then long term follow up.
pheerix
New member
A west coast warehouse. Preferably San Diego.
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JustJesus
New member
DOdetailing
New member
Mellinial here... and i would wager that there are not too many mellinials present on the forum... at least far less than 30+ year olds.
I would really like to see more about autopia. Sure, we know what you stand for, your vision, and your great service, but some bios of the team that is working with us, Paul, Ray, etc etc (i know a few are leaving, but i am sure some great mentors and experienced detailers will step up)
A couple behind the scenes shots for facebook would go a long way for connecting with the younger audience. A lot of times i see from an older generation that they think they know what mellinials are about, several publications now right books or magazines about "mellinials" but what i really see with my generation is a want... and NEED... to connect.
I dont just want it and want it now.. i want to know the heart and soul that went into my order, or the minds behind the "how to`s" the "reviews" etc
Just a suggestion, I may speak for all autopians here, we all want to learn more, do more, and be better detailers tomorrow than we are today. If i saw a video saying, "this is who i am, a detailer..." that would go a long way for me.
I would really like to see more about autopia. Sure, we know what you stand for, your vision, and your great service, but some bios of the team that is working with us, Paul, Ray, etc etc (i know a few are leaving, but i am sure some great mentors and experienced detailers will step up)
A couple behind the scenes shots for facebook would go a long way for connecting with the younger audience. A lot of times i see from an older generation that they think they know what mellinials are about, several publications now right books or magazines about "mellinials" but what i really see with my generation is a want... and NEED... to connect.
I dont just want it and want it now.. i want to know the heart and soul that went into my order, or the minds behind the "how to`s" the "reviews" etc
Just a suggestion, I may speak for all autopians here, we all want to learn more, do more, and be better detailers tomorrow than we are today. If i saw a video saying, "this is who i am, a detailer..." that would go a long way for me.
Swanicyouth
New member
I`m just curious, for those that want "more reviews" - who would do these reviews?
I believe PBMG believes in & tests most products they sell - so, I don`t see the retailer giving their own product a bad review.
On the other hand, you could give people more stuff for free to review. The problem is, the criteria of "who wins" - is always 100% random.
So, unless you are lucky enough to have someone who has experience with a wide variety of similar products - reviews by unknown random members are often taken with a grain of salt.
You could give known "pros" free stuff to review. However, I can see a lot of people claiming shilling for free products.
IMHO, the best reviews are done by people who have used a wide variety of products and who have actually paid for the product they are reviewing, or at least paid for several similar products. I don`t known how you could increase those types of reviews...
Remember the fiasco that came from 3D`s "free product for 3 reviews" promotion?
I feel, the only way to get more worthwhile reviews is to get more traffic on the forum...
How do you do that?
Well, when I posted a few pages back to being back Todd Helme - a lot of people may of thought I was being a smart azz.
But in reality, AGO has a ton more traffic - and the have a known guy (Mike P.) who posts exclusively there. You can ask him whatever - and he will respond line 99.5% of the time. But there - and only there.
While this forum has a ton of great members and staff behind it, there is no PRO who exclusively posts here like Todd H., Mike P, Gary Dean, Jason Rose, Kevin Brown, Larry Kosilla, etc...
It just seems after Todd left - nobody was able to fill his shoes with their experience and notoriety.
I believe PBMG believes in & tests most products they sell - so, I don`t see the retailer giving their own product a bad review.
On the other hand, you could give people more stuff for free to review. The problem is, the criteria of "who wins" - is always 100% random.
So, unless you are lucky enough to have someone who has experience with a wide variety of similar products - reviews by unknown random members are often taken with a grain of salt.
You could give known "pros" free stuff to review. However, I can see a lot of people claiming shilling for free products.
IMHO, the best reviews are done by people who have used a wide variety of products and who have actually paid for the product they are reviewing, or at least paid for several similar products. I don`t known how you could increase those types of reviews...
Remember the fiasco that came from 3D`s "free product for 3 reviews" promotion?
I feel, the only way to get more worthwhile reviews is to get more traffic on the forum...
How do you do that?
Well, when I posted a few pages back to being back Todd Helme - a lot of people may of thought I was being a smart azz.
But in reality, AGO has a ton more traffic - and the have a known guy (Mike P.) who posts exclusively there. You can ask him whatever - and he will respond line 99.5% of the time. But there - and only there.
While this forum has a ton of great members and staff behind it, there is no PRO who exclusively posts here like Todd H., Mike P, Gary Dean, Jason Rose, Kevin Brown, Larry Kosilla, etc...
It just seems after Todd left - nobody was able to fill his shoes with their experience and notoriety.