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Do you use the 2 towel method? 1 wet towel to scrub and 1 dry towel to buff dry?

I'm having a problem with my spar. I read about somebody using wooden popsicle sticks to stir the spar/ms mixture, so that's what I've been doing. You can buy brand new popsicle sticks from arts and crafts stores. My problem is that now when I use kool-aid to make home-made popsicles, they...

Yes, please post pics. I just bought 1 and can't wait to try it out.

Thanks for the info. The main reason I got the Tornador was to cut down my time since I'm about to try to pick up a few dealerships. They'll definitely be bringing the cars to my house, so powering the compressor won't be a problem. I was just hoping that I could use it when I'm mobile, too...

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So I just bought a Tornador and am about to pick up a 110v 21 gallon air compressor that puts out 4.7 cfm at 90 psi. Now the question is, how do I power this thing while I'm mobile? I don't know much about compressors, tools, and electricity in general, but from what I've read, using an...

Mineral spirits was invented for use in the dry cleaning industry. I use it occasionally on trashed carpet stains when I've got nothing to lose. Also, SEM carpet spray paint is great for stuff like that. The only problem is having to buy a $12 can just to match the exact color on whatever car...

For me, the easiest way to remove water spots from the windshield and windows is to just grab the DA and make a quick pass or two with some compound, usually Meg's Ultimate Compound. After I'm done, I'll go back and do a mineral spirits wipe down to remove any polishing oils, but I'm wondering...

One thing I've noticed in looking at several member's websites is that some of us list prices and some don't. Which do you do, and why?

I read you're thread several months ago, and immediately started looking online for Blue Tac. Apparrently, it's not available in the US. :cry:

I like to melt my paste waxes then pour them into empty deodorant containers. Scoop it out of the original container and put it in a glass measuring cup. Put the measuring cup into a metal pan on the stove, with some water in the pan. Turn the stove on and let the wax SLOWLY melt. Use the lowest...

Looking for a Tornador and a canopy I'm wanting the following- Tornador Black Canopy Hydrotech 5.5 inch THIN pads I've got a huge collection of things to trade, so if you want to get rid of either one, pm me and let me know what you're looking for.

Interesting theory. It's very possible, since the car was sitting right next to a house that was being renovated. Who knows what construction chemicals floating onto it. If you're right, do you think that putting down a coat of wax would actually lock in the damaging substance and do more harm...

Sorry for the long post. If anyone doesn't want to read all the details, here's my question- Do newer Jag's have anything unusual or unique about their paint? Today I was working on a black 09 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas with less than 10k miles. The car has sat in the original owner's driveway...

I don't think so. I don't have a home telephone line anymore, just cell phone. ROFL..... Yes, I just laughed at my own joke.

The most important thing IMO is the quality of what they've posted in the past. I look at the length of time someone's been a member more than the post count. Post count is a measure of how much they talk. It's not necessarily a good thing or a bad thing. IMO, if someone's been on the forum for...

That's scary. What are some brands that have worked good for you? Something easily found at Home Depot.

Thanks, Meghan. I just thought it was odd that I couldn't find them on Meguiar's website.

That's a good point. I think that most professional detailers would much prefer to do only premium work, where the customer understands what it takes to do a full interior and exterior detail plus multi-step paint correction. But then the realities of earning a living, making the lease on a...

Why not? Do you not like the fact that he will give you exactly what you ask for, whether that's a cheap, quick, clean up job or a true show car detail? If I'm the customer, then what I want is what's important, and if someone isn't willing to sell me what I want, then I'll go to someone else...