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    Those who experience snow.

    For me, it's a touchless car wash with an undercarriage spray, then directly home for a rinseless (ONR) wash and 25 minutes or so on wheels and tires. I used to do this a couple of times a month, but now that I've retired from my career, my driving is down by 75% right now, and I've only done...
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    How-to Remove Fingernail Scratches Behind Door Handles

    That's what I use as well. My hands are too big to get in behind most handles, so the finger pocket applicators are great. For my wife's care, instead of coating, I added a protective film in that cup area behind the handle.
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    Will I really see a difference?

    I can address one part of your post very simply. I moved from a couple of off brand DAs that spin clockwise to the Flex 3401 with the "backwards" rotation. I had the same trepidation as you. In my experience, that issue took all of 15 seconds to get past. It truly is not a big deal. You'll...
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    Gorilla platform ladders dirt cheap! $23.88

    You know, this is a great point! My wife does a lot of painting in the house, and loves that I have the one I had. I bet she'll be happy with a second!
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    Gorilla platform ladders dirt cheap! $23.88

    I just grabbed one. Now I have two, and I bet it'll save me 15 minutes a car now. I detest leaning on a car, so I use one on anything but a sports car. Not having to move it back and forth will really be a pleasure. If I can add, I am very happy I added foam padding on all the edges, and non...
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    Do you coat (or dress) both sides of your tires?

    I guess I'll be the guy who says yes and no. In the spring when I am prepping my regular wheels and tires to go back on the car, I coat the entire wheel, including the barrel, and dress both sides of the tire. But when the winter tires are off the car and I prep them for storage, I coat the...
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    Left Handed Detaling

    Exactly what I do.
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    Washing with Microfibers?

    On my own car, I only do rinseless washes, and I use ONR and the Big Red Sponge. No marring whatsoever. You do have to be careful to understand that you are "applying" the ONR, not scrubbing. I was quite reluctant to try the sponge, but it actually does work. For customer's cars, I use...
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    What will your next ride be?

    "I am no longer, and will never be again “beholden to the lender.” Thanks to Dave Ramsey." Yeah, I'm a big Dave Ramsey fan too. Last thing I have is 14 months on my mortgage that we'll pay in 5, then I'll be completely debt free. Been saving for the new car for four years now, (got the Lexus...
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    LC Power Tools UDOS 5 in 1 Polisher - What's in the Box?

    This looks like a tremendous feat of engineering. As I have been debating my next tool purchase, and this incorporates all three of the tools I am considering, it seems like it would be perfect. BUT... I wonder about anything that tries to be all things to all people. Having been involved with...
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    What will your next ride be?

    "My only hang up with the G70 is the lack of rear seat space. It's very tight. I'd go G80 if I needed to carry passengers." Thanks for the tip. I've not yet started looking seriously, and suspect I would have realized that when I went to look at them live. At almost 62 years old, and with a...
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    What will your next ride be?

    Genesis 70 (maybe G80 if the market does well the next 6 months or so), in Mallorca blue. I have owned Hyundai products for the last 16 years until I was given a Lexus ES350. Love the Lexus, but I don't think the value is equal to the price. I've always been ecstatic with the three Hyundais...
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    I switched from Griots G9 to Flex 3401.. My thoughts..

    Dr. Oldz, That's an interesting point about the amount of product, and one I will certainly try to confirm. I've tended to follow the directions on most product bottles that call for three - four pea size drops, although I've known Mike recommends using way more product. I suspect that even if...
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    LIVE Detailing Class - Polishing GLASS to remove Pits, Wiper Marks & Scratches

    Mike, I watched this evening. As usual, great info. I think the most valuable take away for me was the investment doing this will take. I bet you would use a half bottle of the abrasive for the entire windshield, the pads aren't cheap, and a couple of hours of intense work is what one has to...
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    Call to Ban YouTubers

    I LOVE KC styled ribs, but Texas style brisket can't be beat. Oh, and I washed my car today.
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