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  1. How do I repair a dimple/indentation on my bumper?
  2. Coupe Quattro Paint / Clearcoat
  3. Which is the best: good microfiber or good cotton towels...(more)
  4. Has anyone compared the new "upgraded" CMA Magic Towel to the "new" YoSteve MF towel? Impressions?
  5. Which is better to use to wash the car: Boar's hair brush or sheepskin mitt?
  6. So how many clay bar applications are too many clay bar applications..
  7. bilstein shocks
  8. what's up with the waxtest.com site?
  9. Question about thin scratches on black paint??
  10. I polish the inside of my wheels with claybar and Blitz . . . not
  11. how to clean the inside of wheel barel?
  12. what leather product can i use to restore the moisture and soft leather feel
  13. Question about armor all ...
  14. Bulk supplies and auto paint store supplies, my experiences and a couple questions.
  15. This could be should be off topic, but you guys can help.....
  16. Am I just being anal about windshield washer fluid? Can I just buy anything I see...
  17. What should I use to get out scratches?
  18. Zaino questions...
  19. Tiny black dots on paint surface...???
  20. anyone have clearbra (short)
  21. i have tons of tiny little chips on my black a4, what do you think about that black polish?
  22. new to list and detailing....
  23. Is it alright if i just polish the car without applying the wax?
  24. HELP! juice spill in trunk! bottle smashed open against rear seat, sloshed down rear seat, all
  25. My regimen has been 3M IHG (SMR as necessary) & Blitz...
  26. Seat protectant
  27. Just got new paint job, they say NEVER use wax again (more)
  28. s
  29. i just purchased the craftsman 6" RO polisher...
  30. One ingredient in the blue 3M claybar is calcium carbonate, abrasive like toothpaste or chalk . . .
  31. what applicator do you use to apply stuff to the window trim and when do you do it
  32. How long until I can Zaino my new 02 A4?
  33. meguiars products- what is the difference between consumer and professional products?
  34. Blitz vs. P21S wax - some observations...
  35. New Brillant Black Audi with minor stone chip, will Langka work?
  36. Zaino Beads after 12 weeks-->
  37. Mid 40s in New England today--break out the buckets and hoses!!!
  38. 303?
  39. Paint Roughness...
  40. Cleaning rims - Goof Off is amazing!
  41. POLL : What do you use on your tires to give em that jet black look ?
  42. one grand ERV compared to 303 on same surfaces
  43. Any exp. with bodyshop "bodystyle european specialists"
  44. Clay bar use - need advice
  45. How do you get the white marks from wax or polish of the black trim???
  46. Hate to admit it, but Griot is right about microfiber
  47. cleaning a particular kind of interior plastic
  48. what is the front dash made of? is it vinyl?
  49. where to buy all the good detailing supplies?
  50. Anyone know any detailing services in the Boston/Mass area?
  51. winter climate question
  52. High speed buffing...compared to Zanio and all that
  53. FAQ format...
  54. NE1 had their car detailed by Splash Car Wash in Greenwich, CT? Good? Bad?
  55. Where can I get a Commercial Boars Hair Brush?
  56. good protect to remove wax from plastic bits?
  57. Car Care Shopping List
  58. X-Post: Anyone know a good Detailer in Los Angeles Area?
  59. Question on removing wax ...
  60. can anyone suggest a good hand car wash in los angeles or culver city area?
  61. Leather cleaners and conditioners - Lexol vs. Griot's stuff
  62. what are those annoying really small white specs that are stuck on the paint after waxing??
  63. Is Zaino just a polish and not a wax? Seems a lot of work to just polish w/o protecting..
  64. Do i have to strip the wax before I polish?
  65. I just got my free 303 sample pack...Questions
  66. anyone ever rent a steam cleaner to clean car carpets??
  67. eiman fabrik tar remover - this stuff is the nuts...
  68. I went nuts-o at Griot's Garage (long)
  69. before re-waxing when not using an IHG like product..
  70. clay magic or mothers clay bar
  71. COOL AUDI GRAPHICS
  72. Anyone used P21S Multi Surface Finish Restorer? They say it's for when the Cleanser isn't enough...
  73. Self Service Car Wash in the Framingham, MA area??
  74. P21S Paintwork Cleanser--how much to use when applying on paint? Little or alot?
  75. Anyone know the origins of the crumpled newspaper window cleaning technique?
  76. Waxing a New Car?
  77. Applying wax with bare hand?
  78. x-post: that better be some daaaaaaamn nice wax
  79. how often should i wax my car? once a month?
  80. Plastic cleaner that smells like new Audi?
  81. Cross Post: What tire dressings do you all use?
  82. A question asked 1,000 times but please help.............
  83. I'm back! and I got a question too!
  84. How to remove the Brake Caliper Paint?
  85. So is polish & wax twice a year enough to keep the paint in good shape or
  86. What do you use to take the dealer decal off?
  87. Newbie in detailing cars.....questions about what wash and wax products to get.....
  88. Vancouver and detailing products
  89. HELP! Scratch on Windshield!!!!
  90. Drive-in DIY pressure washer bays
  91. Scratches in metal (shifter plate)
  92. little scratch on my door handle. cant feel it. its gray on my silver. ~1 cms long
  93. New used car. Need Help!
  94. Need a good wash mitt...
  95. Is it okay to apply polish like the P21S Paintwork Cleanser without stripping wax first?
  96. Questions about Perma Plate products.
  97. Dimples in the leather
  98. Behind the scene view of a multi arch "no touch" carwash . . . added comments
  99. Mid-Monday Poll: Detailing Towels
  100. scratches on polished wood trim...suggestions?
  101. Maintaining of the rubber parts.
  102. Group Buy: 303 Aerospace Protectant
  103. Going to clay bar for the first time. Any tips or anything I need to know?
  104. Newbie wants to share NEW manufacturer of detailing products not mentioned here!
  105. How to remove paint from my car
  106. Any tips for a newbie? =)
  107. Finally got Blitz Wax and Meguire's #26 Paste Wax. question:
  108. Whats a good wheel wax to get?
  109. Cross Post: Painting Interior flat black plastic trim?
  110. GS27 scratch remover? good? or.... crap?
  111. I'm about to buy a Stage 2 H1 HID conversion kit for my 97 A6, and I have a question.
  112. Can anyone recommend a good SF Bay Area detailer?
  113. ok, I'm about to complete a sale on Griot's Garage web site. Any must-have items before I check-out?
  114. Coke Explosion Inside Car....help!
  115. 303 Convert!!-->
  116. How often should you use the 3M Imperial Hand Glaze? Each time w/ a Blitz wax? tia!
  117. cleaning headlamp plexiglass?
  118. Detail shop recommended in San Jose, CA...
  119. Best way to clean white wheels??
  120. Anyone know of a good car wash in Marin county, CA?
  121. OK, the Porter Cable 7424 showed up tonight. so what accessories do I need and where do I get them?
  122. What is the web site of the "The Car Wax Test"....???? anyone???
  123. is it neccessary to wash car with dawn before applying IHG? Or does IHG strip wax on its own?
  124. sonax vs. meguiars gold class
  125. Best place to buy touch-up paint?
  126. Does Turtle Wax Wet'n'Black tire dressing contain the silicone oils....
  127. Hard water leaves spots? Try Arizona filter...
  128. Prep. before waxing with Blizt 1G? Polish, ...?
  129. Who can help me with these 3M products?
  130. Glasso, I used to use this stuff now I can't get it . . . ne1 know?
  131. what do you recommend for hardened salt/dirt stains on grey carpeted floor?
  132. stupid question: are glass cleaners like eagle one 20/20 vision and eimann fabrik safe for mirrors?
  133. What's the best way to detail engine my compartment......
  134. Report - I finally got a buffer!
  135. has anyone specifically compared Viking 100% terry towels and Viking pro detailing towels?
  136. ok guys,still need more lists of products you use and also lists of websites...
  137. wash car with dawn or car soap before using 3M IHG? im using blitz wax after
  138. The most usefull thought in detailing is, develop a system that works for you.
  139. what's best to remove red paint left by idiot driver on my white door panel???
  140. best place to get supplies online?
  141. Anyone skip the 1st process on Meguiars 3 step?
  142. Anyone have any experience yet with Zaino "Flash Cure Accelerator Additive for Z2,Z3 & Z5"?
  143. What removes tree sap and is paint friendly?
  144. Black & Decker 6138 buffer/grinder replaced by DeWalt DW849
  145. restoring "sand blasted" plastic headlights from yellow to white
  146. Great Leather Care Product.....I think
  147. Question regarding water and rain drying. Please read (long)
  148. Griot's Garage Detail Products ... Opinions?
  149. Zaino for chrome
  150. Differences in Microfiber cloths?
  151. flannel buffing
  152. Is it okay to use the Audi leather conditioner for my expensive leather jacket?
  153. Aftermarket touchup paint? for scratches, chips versus Audi? Yea? Nay?
  154. Anyone try Spot Free Spraybar to rinse without spots?
  155. How about cranberry juice out of gray carpet
  156. Can anyone recommend a good dent removal company in So. Cal?
  157. What are the tricks to taking out a scratch in the windshield from the wiper?
  158. small scratch, fingernail doesn't catch it, here's the stuff I have:
  159. anyone with experience with P21S products?
  160. Ok guys, my detailing list is growing and will turn into part of an unofficial FAQ .all please read!
  161. Found Porter-Cable 6" hook-loop pad
  162. washing/waxing car in the sun...
  163. Is the dealer wash and wax as a prep for new car a bad idea? I've heard many complain about the
  164. Repaint a good idea?
  165. Is ice bad for the paint..? and...
  166. tint safe window cleaning products
  167. Need some serious wheel cleaning advice
  168. What removes superficial scratches on high-gloss interior wood trim?
  169. Any exp with Audi synthetic car wash mitt @ $5 ea ?
  170. can anyone recommend a leather cleaner product? I guess..
  171. X-Post: Please help! Water marks on the interior!
  172. For those of you who may have a can of plexus and aren't getting a lot of use out of it like I was..
  173. compiling a list of vinyl/rubber, glass, leaterette, and bug/tar/etc cleaners
  174. As soon as I find time...I am going to wax and clean my car inside and out...need input.
  175. what do you do about all these little rock chips ...
  176. I NEED AN OPINION ON MEGUIARS 3 POINT SHOW CAR SYSTEM
  177. Scratch In My Paint
  178. How do you remove water spots off glass?
  179. Anybody used services like DentWizard?
  180. Just got some Eagle One glass cleaner. Very good results.
  181. Zaino Bros. ZFX--->
  182. Wheel Wax
  183. Has anyone used the Zaino clay bar?
  184. Tire Care
  185. how long to wait to wax new paint?
  186. What is the proper way to wash my car?
  187. is there a definitive answer? which is more appropriate for leatherette? vinylex or lexol pH cleaner
  188. how should I get these stuck on black specs off my rims
  189. re-post: what to use to treat blacks (all of them)... (m)
  190. Door seals...
  191. Anyone try..
  192. Clear bra removal questions
  193. Just for kicks, what is 3M IHG made of ? (I like it and use it on occasion)
  194. I can't seem to find Clay Bars...where can I get them??
  195. Whats the best product for dashboards etc. that's non gloss?
  196. Do ya strip the wax off with anything before applying 3M IHG??
  197. ive got something all over my hood...
  198. ACK! My garage door scraped the roof of my black audi!
  199. Anyone ever used "Poly Clay"?
  200. anyone know anything about these "five star shine" guys?
  201. Ok. Another silicone question.
  202. Just washed and clay barred the car. How many coats of wax are needed?
  203. is lexol leather cleaner ok for leatherette surfaces?
  204. What would be a good compound to fill small hole in bumper?
  205. Tip of the Day to dry the car after washing.....(m)
  206. 63 degrees today in Raleigh, so I had to work the car over. Do you think 3 hours is good for
  207. Pinnacle Souverän Kit for sale.
  208. I mentioned No-touch tire dressing below and someone said it contained Silicone...
  209. Opinions on waxes with petroleum distillates?
  210. What is the best window cleaner?
  211. water in car
  212. Clear Mask Problems on S4
  213. Window Tint Info piece
  214. The best way to remove surface scratches?
  215. since it seems many of you don't use armor-all on your dash, what do you use ??
  216. Ready to do winter prep for my car live in Cali no snow at worst
  217. Follow up re the Neoprene Gloves-->
  218. How long does Blitz 1 G. wax last on the car? Also, between waxes do you ...
  219. question about mixing products....
  220. using IHG for the first time.... any tips
  221. XPOST: IHG/Blitz results ->
  222. Are there any local stores (Indianapolis in my case) that carry P-C backing pads and foam pads?
  223. Just visited the Malm's site...they can't get their story straight.
  224. Lexol ffor sale cheap
  225. major rock chip in hood. Any good tutorials on how to touch it up?
  226. Can i fix a brown tire?
  227. Leather Steering Wheel Treatment?
  228. What's the best tire shiner?
  229. Brand new Amulet Red- Is Meguiars HI-TECH yellow #26 Carnuba ok?
  230. best way to clean rear window in a TT coupe
  231. white spots on santorin 2 weeks after IHG/blitz
  232. Stained aluminum trim on my allroad
  233. URGENT!...HELP!!...dealer car wash (solvent, wax )damaged finish!
  234. Leather recoloring kit/repair kit?
  235. Just did a light grind on my 2000 Pearl . . . it is smooooth . . . at DSR on Saturday
  236. Two great products for Type A detailing--Xpost-->
  237. Will hot water remove/affect wax?
  238. My windows squeak when closing, what is the best thing to do? TIA
  239. best quick detailers?
  240. someone recommended plexus to try and rid some gunk on the inside of my window..
  241. Opinions on "Feather Wash Brush" from properautocare.com?
  242. white face gauge - great price!!
  243. help getting rid of swirl marks?
  244. Car Wash Using Armour on Tires..
  245. Urgent Questions....Please Help
  246. washed car with armor all car wash, now there are these dots all over winsheild and windows
  247. Klasse car care products
  248. Used Zaino for the first time today, will use Malm's next time....
  249. what exactly is Zymol Cleaner Wax?
  250. Why is everyone against using mechanical car washes?