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    Oxidized aluminum wheels

    Sand blast them and then powder coat them. Harbor Freight sells everything you need to get that done
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    Wash and Wax question

    That's because you are doing lot cars for dealers. may I ask why?
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    Wash and Wax question

    Guzzlers are awesome...if you are a hobbyist. They are WAYYY too expensive for detail businesses. Plenty of other quality options out there for a fraction of the price. I will inbox you the good places to get towels for professionals. A quality spray wax will suffice. You want washes to be quick...
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    Wash and Wax question

    Price is spot on. Use ONR for washes. Its actually much better and safer than car wash soap. Not to mention how much faster it is. Plus it has water softeners in it to prevent against water spots. Also buy a metro blaster (any of them will work) to dry the car thoroughly. Replace your chamois...
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    Vehicle for mobile business

    The name of the game is efficiency. If you want all professional equipment, a water tank, and a good generator, hose reels, air system, shelving to keep everything super organized, bottle racks, etc you will need a cargo van. I see a lot of guys working out of their cars and in my opinion in...
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    Hard Water Advice

    I would buy Optimum No Rinse and you can do your washing in the garage. Clean the wheels and other dirty areas outside, rinse it off and then pull it in to perform the rinse less wash. I have some seriously happy clients now since I taught them how to do this.
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    Another carpet extractor question lol may be my last haha

    I would check craigslist everyday. I would also invest in a steamer so you can at least get through interiors.
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    Is it worth the investment?

    Have a professional detailer detail your car and install the opti-coat pro so you get a warranty with it.
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    Another carpet extractor question lol may be my last haha

    If you plan on being a professional detailer, get a professional grade unit. There is no cheap way around it. Remember, you get what you pay for.
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    Scratches

    Post pics. If its down to the primer and 12 inches long and there are multiple deep scratches like that, get it repainted. It should cost about $700 for two doors.
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    Clean tree sap etc from windshield

    Long reach razor blade and spray wax for lubricant. Id bet a 100 bucks it works perfectly for you.
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    Scratched chrome can it be saved?

    if they are light surface scratches try a plastic polish. Duragloss and Megs both make good ones.
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    Removing highway paint from car's surface

    A good graffiti remover will do the trick. Contact your local pressure washing supply store they will probably have some good stuff.
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    Best interior protector

    What kind of car? Im guessing FRS from your user name. Its either coated leather or faux leather. Best thing to do with modern seats is to clean them often with a good cleaner. Wolfgang leather cleaner is citrus based and PH balanced...very good stuff. Protectants will rub right off from the...
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    I am perplexed, Buffing/pads

    Flex is great with 4 inch pads on it. Other than that its Rupes all day
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    Is PBL Diamond Paint Coating susceptible to scratching in and of itself?

    Ok so it makes the paint thickness greater? It still does the same thing as a sealant or wax. I said the main difference is that the last longer. Much longer.
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    Migliore Strata Coating vs CQuartz

    You are referring to Ceramic Pro. Its an amazing coating and you shouldn't count it out without trying it. :)
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    Is PBL Diamond Paint Coating susceptible to scratching in and of itself?

    Bob, that claim is absolute crap. I know way to many detailers in the industry that install Opti-Coat and have to re-do it when dealers improperly wash the car when its in for service. Stangfan, Its alright as long as theres no link. Ive discussed it many times before here.
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    Is PBL Diamond Paint Coating susceptible to scratching in and of itself?

    Contact Alex Borda or Brian Guy. They will get you set up. Those are the reps for the United States. Just make sure you have 2 solid days (maybe 3) to make the paint perfect and apply at least 1 layer of the primer and 2 layers of the coatings. Heat lamps are not required but recommended. Its...
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    Is PBL Diamond Paint Coating susceptible to scratching in and of itself?

    AH! I was waiting for this post. Coatings are just longer lasting waxes/ sealants. The only "scratch resistant" coatings are Modesta and Ceramic Pro. They have a hardness of 9H. For that reason, I only offer those coatings now.
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