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  1. Tell me what you think
  2. Detailing my '94 Mini..
  3. euro style front license plate brackett
  4. How do you care for 3m clear bra? wax it? It's a little dull looking
  5. when to touch new paint?
  6. Free Langka kit if you're near Century City
  7. How can I tell which pad to use?
  8. Black Car...Zaino or FMJ?
  9. Seems the PC brand buffer is the one of choice here, any other opinions? Also, I typically use
  10. HELP!!!!!!!Please read this...........
  11. I tackled the 4 Runner with my new PC.....
  12. What's the average lifespan of a PC?
  13. just got the PC from Detailers Paradise, Q: how do you mount the pads?
  14. Troy - Where are your time saving clay tips?
  15. For those of you who *LOVE* Adam's products....
  16. Layering refresher.....
  17. So went to wash the car and found this while i was drying it..
  18. wax residue on the rubber seals surrounding the sunroof- best way to remove?
  19. need some advice....Troy, anyone?
  20. cross post: Bad body shop paint job, or anal owner?...............Help me out here.......MBWW.
  21. my PC 7336 just arrived from DP...been playing around with it a litttle, and have a question..
  22. I had forgotten how tedious it can be to clay
  23. BB touch up is a pain..i've used wet sanding and lanka-any other advice on touching up?
  24. Blitz wax vs. butter wax?
  25. Did the first full Detail on the Black A8...
  26. Should I professionally cut polish my Brilliant Black car every year?
  27. Paging: S4 Bloom (or anyone else who knows about airbrushing chips)
  28. Simple Green: did I strip my wax?
  29. Anyone using Mothers Powerball these days?
  30. is there a wax I can use without drying the car first?
  31. Best way to clean/revitalize RS4 fuzzy alcantara shift knob? Its all matted and not soft anymore.
  32. Spouse bought a new to her car two weeks ago
  33. factory touch up paint or paintscratch.com??
  34. Traded S4 for a 2003 911 with 6k miles. Started detailing yesterday...
  35. Hey guys, Should I get the P21S Total Auto Wash or the Stoner's Tarminator to get bugs, sap, and tar
  36. Critique my spring detail...
  37. Very impressed with Einszett Lack-Politur
  38. Leather Problem
  39. First time using PC and Menzerna-still have some questions on so-so
  40. Ok...who's taking the bait and going to try Turtle Wax Ice first?
  41. California water blade, safe on car paint?
  42. Trying to figure out the difference in the following products.
  43. Conflicting info about new/fresh paint.
  44. scratched up b6 shiny parking brake button-anyone ever refinish one?
  45. Question: stripping wheels
  46. paint protection film noob here. should you wax the car before it is applied....
  47. Okay, brace yourselves for some serious scratches/swirls. Troy, this is what I need a hand with. :)
  48. bout to order a PC 7336 some pads..etc.one question
  49. can anyone compare the finish that vinylex makes vs. 303 on say, the dash?
  50. Spinneybeck users: 1) Why isn't it creamy? Can it really be conditioning? &
  51. FMJ update: 2nd coat took care of roof streaking AND appreciably added to the depth and gloss of
  52. Thanks for the quick service Nick.......the PC is here!
  53. Few shots of the cars after a weekend detailing session...
  54. Zaino Z-PC...after first time use, not impressed w/ the results
  55. Full detail on the allroad yesterday, now with pics of FMJ in action.
  56. Leather wipes?
  57. First Spring detail on Sunday, and tried a few new products.
  58. What is the real longevity of these caranuba based waxes?
  59. Full detail on the allroad today...initial review of Menzerna FMJ inside.
  60. Want to get ride of scratches!!!
  61. Klasse application question
  62. Question came up recently...here is a close-up of the 3M Spray on Clear Bra--->
  63. safe to use S100 cleanser w/ a PC and white pad?
  64. Washing the car at my car club Sunday and see what drove in...
  65. b5 s4 leather seat question...
  66. did a lil claybar action over the weekend:
  67. Free Tire Wet Gel at Advance Auto stores.
  68. Hard Water Spots!!!
  69. Did some product tests on my dads stratus.
  70. Need help, OT....I need a good synthetic for my 4 Runner...
  71. waxed the A4 today...but forgot that I wasn't supposed to wax the lowers since I just had them
  72. Just applied Aquapel, experiences inside.
  73. just purchased RS4 rep wheels...what is the best product to keep them clean and protect the finish
  74. Detail Shop in piedmont triad NC area?
  75. 5starshine?
  76. Paging Troy: just need a clarification that it's o'k to use Lexol cleaner and conditioner on the
  77. A nice place to wash one's car
  78. How to remove wheel decals without hurting finish?
  79. how much zaino to really use?
  80. Recommendations for detailer in the SoFLA (around Boca) area
  81. meguiers fine cut and klasse combination
  82. OK Guys,,,,Opinions needed....
  83. Troy H? FMJ?
  84. Meguires #7 show car glaze & #26 Hi tech yellow Wax on White ???!!
  85. Having trouble getting paint scratch off.
  86. Detailer in Danbury, CT
  87. Used my PC 7336 today for 1st time..WOW!!!
  88. Anyone ever use "Forever Black" for their window trim/moldings...? Tempted to give it a try...
  89. zymol?
  90. P/C 7424 and Pad kit 169.00
  91. Well I joined the big (really the minor) leagues today for paint care. A couple of questions.
  92. where to get some touch up paint?
  93. This one's for DeutschDriver!
  94. Well, I've learned a lot from you guys over the years, and I want to thank you all, and now...
  95. Used Turtle Metallic Wax on my Audi's ageing 21 year old paintjob
  96. HELP !!! has anyone try to take out the air bag stikers on sun visors?
  97. I ran out of Menzerna FPII and decided to give 3M Perfect It Machine Glaze a try...
  98. Josh Decker's (former Achtuning owner) S4 w/ the whole Adam's Polishes line (BWW)
  99. 3M Compound, yellow pad, Adam's Revive Polish, P21S carnuba on a heavily swirled black M3
  100. Do you use a different shampoos to wash your car and your wheels.
  101. question regarding newly painted panel...
  102. Note to Self!! Kill father if he ever uses a rag to wash his car again
  103. anyone know how to take care of matte finish paint without clearcoat? such as the ducati monster
  104. Does anyone use a hood bra on their cars?
  105. Is there a good quality silicon-free off-the-shelf tire shine?
  106. Whats the best way to distinguish if the wax needs to be reapplied?
  107. So far Thumbs down on Lexol leather conditioner quick wipes
  108. Wheel cleaning tools...what are people using these days?
  109. is the 6" backing pad for the pc7424 from coastal tool ok? or...
  110. I want a new drug....
  111. Full Detail from Saturday
  112. Has anyone tried the Duplicolor "Shield?" STFA didn't turn up anything other than this...
  113. Issue with Lexol Conditioner?
  114. how do clean black heel marks off beige leather kick panel on door?
  115. Washed my car with Prima Mystique today...extremely impressed
  116. So I ran through a touch-free car-wash today...
  117. anyone here have an older (type 44) with paint problem
  118. What's the most you've spent on wax?
  119. I've heard vinegar is good at removing water spots. Is this true, and do any of you
  120. PC 7336 question....
  121. A little love for the silver.... almost done with it's quarterly detail.
  122. Looking for Good engine cleaner
  123. first detail on the S4 some pics of first stages
  124. suggestion for product to clean back of wheels?
  125. First go round with a PC & Menzerna.. (Pics)
  126. How do you clean the rear window in back of the
  127. How to get rid of a mark from bird droppings?
  128. Car was in storage, mold on ceiling fabric, black stains. How to remove?
  129. Car cover left stains on paint
  130. Best Fabric Cleaner and Best Protector?
  131. Paging Meem...are you still using the original steering wheel??
  132. Adams polishes VRT endurance results
  133. So how do you dry your car ?
  134. Nick... ygm. Thanks
  135. Anybody try COP COD METAL POLISH? It's the best I've found and I've tried them all..
  136. Detailing noob, just a few questions...
  137. Any tips on first time full detail w/PC and polish? I am waiting on
  138. White Cars
  139. Cleaning your car windows after a couple of Beers can be hazadous to your windshield>
  140. Season starter...show of hands... Boars Hair brush or Lambs Wool Mitt- ->
  141. White Car Routine
  142. with menzerna 85rd apparently discontinued, what are my alternatives?
  143. ArrestmeS4 and the Long Island gang,the inside......
  144. Help with deep scratches!!!!
  145. Looks like Detailers Paradise only carries the Porter-cable 7336SP and the 7428
  146. Any tips on inspecting car post body shop work for color match?
  147. Looking for a complete kit w/ a PC maybe the new Griots orbital (anyone tried or bought one yet)?
  148. Looking for a wheel cleaner.. anyone tried WURTH
  149. Getting back into detailing my car by myself.. whats the best products for black?
  150. I'll be pulling the trigger on a PC 7424 soon- what type of pad do I need?
  151. Does your window rubber trim look off-colored? i.e. grayish?
  152. Where can i get 1Z Perls shampoo in 1 gallon containers?..
  153. ne1 machine apply the P21s GEPC...please discuss technique.
  154. Just finished my early spring detail....
  155. I give two thumbs up to these interior wipes!
  156. Anything good that I can get locally to clean and condition my interior?
  157. Today's mini Car Wash GTG.......................
  158. Can I use Menzerna polish on a clear coat rim if applied by hand?
  159. Since this forum isn't heavily used, I say "Post your dirty pictures here".........
  160. Aquapel, long term...
  161. Carpet cleaning: Took some advice offered here. My 2 cents...
  162. So did I miss TroyH's review of FMJ, or is he a slacker?
  163. So FMJ CANNOT be topped off with P2S1 according to Proper AutoCare
  164. Various interior and exterior detailing questions.
  165. vapor clean MF ... what happened?
  166. **AW SPONSORS** Question >>>>
  167. Will this buff out with a PC?
  168. Trim Protection
  169. Plastic Trim Approach
  170. Polishing Aluminum mirrors...
  171. A little rotary buffer pron.
  172. What causes this paint defect?
  173. Best cleaner/conditioner for matte wood trim?
  174. 4 coats of menzerna FMJ...1 month later...all gone
  175. wanted to know everyones basic routine with washing
  176. has anyone had expereince w/ Caswell Plating's polishing kit?
  177. What to buy for a car buffer/polisher? I have never bought one and will
  178. Anyone here do boats? I need hints and tips on how and what to use.
  179. VTB Paolo (SLVR6).....................
  180. How to remove the really tough "stains" on paint?
  181. Any shortcuts to cleaning "mesh" type alloy wheels?
  182. Is Zaino Z-10 available in stores???
  183. Wool pads for a PC 7424....
  184. Choice of polish/wax for you who own black cars?
  185. Well, Lexol DID NOT work to take out my stain:
  186. New Car Smell
  187. So I posted a while back about my Silver Leather seats and not being able to get the dirt off...
  188. Anyone got ideas on a steam cleaner for carpets?
  189. Clearcoat paint on wheels peeling
  190. So what's the verdict with Roo?
  191. Again, 303 Fabric Cleaner works wonders getting out grimy mechanic's
  192. Who's got a witches brew of assorted detailing products?
  193. HELP! can't get tape residue off paint (more inside)
  194. can anyone point me in the direction of a good buffer that isn't too expensive
  195. Picked up a California Water Blade this weekend
  196. how much is too much?
  197. Will this buff out?
  198. Brand new car....
  199. Red marks on beige interior seats?
  200. Valentine One Stealth Display...done!! Thought I would share- ->
  201. because i just detailed it.. and it's a detailing forum.. and i'm post whoring tonight
  202. '06 A4 paint protection question.....
  203. Looking for a good deal on a shop vac
  204. Cleaning suggestions: a) Alcantara; b) remove haze from aluminum strips
  205. Griot just released a new random orbital, hows it compare to the porter cables that are out now?
  206. Helmet detailing: page 26 of the Winter Q Qrtrly...
  207. Pitted windsheild.
  208. Best product to help remove swirl marks ?
  209. Time for a new polisher, what are the best recommendations...
  210. so pissed...
  211. i'm officially an idiot.. i managed to spill motor oil on the carpet in the TT :-/
  212. Windshield cleaning
  213. help with clearing up black paint
  214. HELP!! Quite possibly my single most important plea for help...
  215. New car w/ no clearcoat?
  216. Anyone have a car club like the new one in Bend, OR?
  217. Zaino BT: (Bloom, you around?) Using P21S before Z2 is bad, yes?
  218. Quick question. I just picked up my new IS350 less than a week ago (tues). Do i need to clay
  219. Much too much brake dust... help!
  220. When it rains it pours......
  221. Tree Sap
  222. Generaly review on Adams products... hit or miss
  223. best way to clean these exhaust tips
  224. Window Cleaner. What are you guys using on your windows that won't streak? I'm bad with glass,
  225. What works the best for cig smell?.....
  226. High Speed Rotary BT: Opinions wanted from those with experience.
  227. detailing in Newton, MA?
  228. What's the best way to indicate the threshold of wetsanding vs. repainting?
  229. how much to repaint my rear bumper?
  230. Tried the new Mystique car wash soap from Detailers Paradise this weekend, good stuff!
  231. Looking for a Video of a guy
  232. Time to get pads for your new PC
  233. What's the best way
  234. How true is this wheel cleaning statement from Gary at tire rack............
  235. GF got sick in my car last night
  236. Good source for Plastic cleaning and polishing products...
  237. Good horse hair brush? Online anywhere? TIA
  238. Unknown stuff on wheels
  239. Anyone ever thought about or tried to polish granite countertops with a PC?
  240. Looking for a few detailing products TIA
  241. winter
  242. Break dust: how much will it damage my wheels?
  243. Mud on by beige interiors' carpet...
  244. Range Rover Detail
  245. Some pics from Saturday's detailing session. To bad it snowed on Monday. At least she was
  246. and the award for Top Detailing Forum poster goes to...... drumroll please
  247. Curious if anyone has ever used rainX or a glass treatment...
  248. Some hammer head in a parking lot.......
  249. Are there any air-powered polishers worth recommending?
  250. Woot!!!! GF just got me a Boars Hair Brush to wash my car with.