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  1. J

    First try at rotor cleaning

    They are ceramic, but it's a heavy vehicle that takes LOTS of stopping power so any type of break pad is going to create break dust for me.
  2. J

    First try at rotor cleaning

    That looks real sharp. I didn't spend to much time on mine as I'm getting new wheels/tires next year. Going big with 33" tires and either 18 or 22" wheels coated in dark carbon. Of course I'll need to buy more tire dressing for the bigger tires!
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    First time: Volvo 240 Wagon

    Looks really good! Nice job. How did you like using the Pinnacle brand?
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    First try at rotor cleaning

    I used rust dissolver gel found at all auto stores. It's a pink liquid gel that I dipped 0000 steel wool in and smeared it over the areas I wanted cleaned. Let it set for about 5 minues then washed off. I dried the rotors off immediatly after. As for the wheels I just used APC full strength...
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    GGROP quit working (moved)

    Actually it stopped working on me again yesterday right at the beginning of my wax treatment. I did the exact same thing by removing the black grip, wiggleing the wires and the little coil "spring" thing on both sides of the handle and screwed it back on. Didn't give me anymore problems after...
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    Mike Phillips......got a question for ya......

    LOL poor Mike, sounds like you need an assistant now! If I wasn't so camera shy I'd post up a video of this. Good luck Mike and I'll add my vote too, #7
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    Big project DONE

    Thanks a lot everyone! I agree too on the 2 pictures. I didn't think about the parking lot lines. I just liked the big ol * on the grill! Everyone here has been so helpful and courteous that I owe a lot of dedication (wipes away a tear) to the fine folks of AG and AG forum members!
  8. J

    How many layers?

    But, I want to use THE YETI! :autowash:
  9. J

    Isopropyl alcohol

    :iagree:
  10. J

    Big project DONE

    Well after much frustration with finding out about orange peel, GGROP on again off again working, pads ripping my first 100% detail is now in the bag! I'm entering a few pictures on the Ram Truck Forum for a shot of being in a calender they are putting together for next year. So without further...
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    First try at rotor cleaning

    Well I've been wanting to clean the inside of my wheels and my rotors for a long time and I just got myself a new car jack (the on the truck came with is crap). So here are just a few before and after shots. Nothing big, not the greatest, but it's better than it was. Inner wheels before...
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    How many layers?

    Well I did 1 coat of polish and 1 coat of wax, however I may add another layer in a few days before the rain comes in again. Just gives me another excuss to wash the truck again with "THE YETI!!"
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    Mike Phillips......got a question for ya......

    Really guys, there's not much to taking water to your engine bay. Just remember to: 1) cover all electrical components 2) never SPRAY, use low pressure 3) agitate with a soft brush 4) make sure the engine is cool before you begin After that it's just like cleaning your tires and wheels. Some...
  14. J

    Isopropyl alcohol

    QD and IPA are really 2 differnt products. QD is more of a "weak" wax where IPA is more of a solvent. For polish removal stick with IPA. Yes, I have finished my project. Complete detail with sealant and wax to boot. I'll post some (a lot) of pictures here in a few minutes. I've never...
  15. J

    I want to switch

    Wouldn't Natty's Blue be considered my Last Step Product since the wax is going on after sealant?
  16. J

    How many layers?

    2 layers each it is. I'll put the second layer of polish on this afternoon and tomorrow I'll put the 2 layers of Natty's Blue on! Thanks for all the help!
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    GGROP quit working (moved)

    They should look fine, these were the extra's they sent. My issue is I don't know where they go, lol. The only area that I really looked in was under the black grip where the speed dial is. I think for right now I'm going to leave it be and not mess with it anymore. If it happens again then...
  18. J

    overheating

    It came with 2 of them, but I have no idea on where they are, or how to replace them. Either way, I shouldn't have to be replacing them after only 2 weeks and it being used 2 times. At least it's working, as of now at least.
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    Orange peel

    Ok, so I found out that my paint has orange peel on it. What I want to know is those of you who detail other peoples car, what do you tell them when they see that? I want to detail a few of my friends and co-workers cars but I don't want them being dissapointed as I was when I first saw my...
  20. J

    How do you tape off?

    Ok, all this talk about gear, supplies, technique, but absolutely no mention of how to tape off stuff. I tried taping off my truck tonight and it was a pain. I used the 2" 3m blue tape but I noticed they changed something about this tape. The outside is slicker and waxy. The sticky side has...
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