Addiction?

New addiction??? Well, I always go way over board with all my hobbies, I couldn't even tell you how much I have invested in computer equipment, I took photography last year, and in 2 month I had sinked about $10k in it...

I had always "detailed" my cars, but most of the times with products out of autozone and did all the work by hand, (mainly wax).

Well, now I also founfd the AG store, and yesterday I placed my first 3 orders!!! I could not close the page and just kept adding things to the shopping cart, here is what I ended up in my first day...


Order #3

1 GR-11036 - 8oz Griot's Dried-On Wax Remover
1 WG-8400 - 16 oz. Wolfgang Finishing Glaze 3.0
1 DP-2020KIT - DP Krystal Vision Glass Kit



Order #2

1 303-30340 - 16 oz. 303 Aerospace Protectant
1 LC-43-085DA - 3.5'' D.A. Hook & Loop Flexible Backing
1 PC7424-PAD-C-1 - Porter Cable Intro Pad Kit- Choose Your pads with:
Pad 1 : Yellow
Pad 2 : Gray
Pad 3 : Green
Pad 4 : White
1 LC-4-COMBO - Lake Country 4 CCS Pads- 6 PACK
Pad 1 : Yellow
Pad 2 : Gray
Pad 3 : Green
Pad 4 : White
1 MB-4040 - 2 Qty Cobra 4" Premium Microfiber Bonnets fo
1 TB-4040 - 2 Qty Cobra 4" Premium Terry Bonnets for Cyc
1 LC-58-42425 - 4 inch Lake Country Foamed Wool Buffing



Order #1

1 FL-XC3401VR - Flex Polisher XC 3401 VRG
1 BONNET-KIT - Dual Action Microfiber Bonnet Kit
1 GR-11231 - Griot's Garage Speed Shine Micro Fiber Clot
1 GR-11115 - Griot's Garage Micro Fiber Polish Removal C
1 LC-65-COMBO - Lake Country 6.5 CCS Pads- 6 PACK
1 LC-78-44650DA - CCS 6.5 inch Super Soft Gold Jewelling
1 MEN-1000 - Menzerna Intro Kit
1 MEN-APO88Q - 32 oz. Menzerna Power Lock Polymer Seal
1 P-12701W - P21S 100% Carnauba Wax - BOXED
1 MF-800-6 - 6 Qty Arctic White Edgeless Microfiber Poli
 
I am really addicted. I spent $3,000 last year alone on detailing products (pads, polishes, waxes, soap, upgraded DA/rotary). Last year I spent literally 6 hours a day, 6 days a week during spring, summer, and fall detailing my fleet of cars.

Due to the growth of my businesses I haven't picked up my polishers for three months. I'd be lucky to find 30min to foam my car and blast off the loose dirt just to keep my car from getting excessively dirty.

Whenever there is a 20% off on AG, I'd order something, mainly pads. I love collecting pads, and have stocked up enough pads for at least 10 years for personal use. Even though I don't have the time to use the stuff I still buy them in hope that one weekend I may find a couple hours to test them out.
 
A few days ago when it was raining, I was getting restless and praying for the rain to stop so that I could carry out my detailing!

then I noticed a few scratches on my refrigerator, immediately I got my rotary and started to work on it! after I was done, the freezer door was nice and glossy!
I kinda felt temporarily satisfied! lol!( then my mom walked in and she was like WTH!!) :D
 
sohail99 said:
A few days ago when it was raining, I was getting restless and praying for the rain to stop so that I could carry out my detailing!

then I noticed a few scratches on my refrigerator, immediately I got my rotary and started to work on it! after I was done, the freezer door was nice and glossy!
I kinda felt temporarily satisfied! lol!( then my mom walked in and she was like WTH!!) :D
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LOL I do the same thing... Polished tables, fridge, jacuzzi tub, glass top stove, a CD, computer desk. My next one is going to be the bathroom mirror, not for swirls but to test various products for anti-fog ability. :xyxthumbs:
 
ROMEO said:
New addiction??? Well, I always go way over board with all my hobbies, I couldn't even tell you how much I have invested in computer equipment, I took photography last year, and in 2 month I had sinked about $10k in it...

I had always "detailed" my cars, but most of the times with products out of autozone and did all the work by hand, (mainly wax).

Well, now I also founfd the AG store, and yesterday I placed my first 3 orders!!! I could not close the page and just kept adding things to the shopping cart, here is what I ended up in my first day...


Order #3

1 GR-11036 - 8oz Griot's Dried-On Wax Remover
1 WG-8400 - 16 oz. Wolfgang Finishing Glaze 3.0
1 DP-2020KIT - DP Krystal Vision Glass Kit



Order #2

1 303-30340 - 16 oz. 303 Aerospace Protectant
1 LC-43-085DA - 3.5'' D.A. Hook & Loop Flexible Backing
1 PC7424-PAD-C-1 - Porter Cable Intro Pad Kit- Choose Your pads with:
Pad 1 : Yellow
Pad 2 : Gray
Pad 3 : Green
Pad 4 : White
1 LC-4-COMBO - Lake Country 4 CCS Pads- 6 PACK
Pad 1 : Yellow
Pad 2 : Gray
Pad 3 : Green
Pad 4 : White
1 MB-4040 - 2 Qty Cobra 4" Premium Microfiber Bonnets fo
1 TB-4040 - 2 Qty Cobra 4" Premium Terry Bonnets for Cyc
1 LC-58-42425 - 4 inch Lake Country Foamed Wool Buffing



Order #1

1 FL-XC3401VR - Flex Polisher XC 3401 VRG
1 BONNET-KIT - Dual Action Microfiber Bonnet Kit
1 GR-11231 - Griot's Garage Speed Shine Micro Fiber Clot
1 GR-11115 - Griot's Garage Micro Fiber Polish Removal C
1 LC-65-COMBO - Lake Country 6.5 CCS Pads- 6 PACK
1 LC-78-44650DA - CCS 6.5 inch Super Soft Gold Jewelling
1 MEN-1000 - Menzerna Intro Kit
1 MEN-APO88Q - 32 oz. Menzerna Power Lock Polymer Seal
1 P-12701W - P21S 100% Carnauba Wax - BOXED
1 MF-800-6 - 6 Qty Arctic White Edgeless Microfiber Poli
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HA, NO doubt about it, you got it BAD!!! :laughing:
 
I just shaved my head and am thinking about applying a coat of Fuzion with a DA, any ideas on which pad to use?
 
yeebiz said:
I bought a car July 3 (2007 Impreza). This is the first time in my life (35 yrs old) that I bought a car that I actually like, not just looked for a good deal. I never liked my previous cars so I have never taken very good care of them. To give you some idea, my last car was a Pontiac Aztek. It looked like a miniature garbage truck!

I decided to do some research and learn how to properly take care of my car. I haven't decided whether I am lucky or cursed when I found Autogeek. Every time that I look in my detailing cabinet and see all of those Autogeek sample bottles staring at me, I realize how much money I have spent. I am looking at 12 sample bottles. I have 13 orders but didn't order a sample with my first order :( 13 orders in less than 2 months and well over $1000 dollars spent to detail my car? My cart is filling up yet again...

I used to use my mop bucket, turtle wax, and some old T shirts. Now I'm using machines, microfiber, grit guards, and about a dozen different products for one Saturday detail.

I'm pretty sure my neighbors think I have lost my mind. I have spent way too much time with my car and different products since I acquired my new addiction :xyxthumbs:

I find myself looking at others peoples cars wherever I go and analyzing what I would use on them.

I'm bothering my friends, family, and neighbors to bring me their cars so I can detail them.
(Are there any "You know you are auto geek if..." threads? I think that would be amusing).

Anyway, I am having a blast with my new addiction. Autogeek and this community are nothing short of amazing. I really appreciate what you guys have taught me.

I'm done rambling!
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:dblthumb2:
 
S2K said:
I just shaved my head and am thinking about applying a coat of Fuzion with a DA, any ideas on which pad to use?
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Red jeweling pad. No point in using a compound and cutting pad. The wrinkles don't come out.


I polished a toilet.

Used Fuzion on the seat. Too slippery. Girlfriend slid off.

Such language!
 
I Relapsed! I thought I had my DPA (detail product addiction) under control. No matter where I go or what store it is. I'm always looking for detail products. Once you start buying it's hard to stop. It may go away for a bit,but always resurfaces!
 
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