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Basically, my current method. Jim

I think I'm gonna try a pneu die grinder w/some felt wheels of various shapes. Dremel is a possibility if I could find a large enough wheel. Thanks for the suggestions. Jim

Thanks, but not really the answer to my question. I can get them shiny, but looking for a tool or method to do a better job. Jim

I have a 2002 SVT Lightning with 4" SS side-exiting exhaust tips (see pic below). They get dirty and I have to clean/polish every few weeks. I'm using Eagle One Wadding and Megs #105 to get the grime off, and occasionally I'll use #0000 steel wool to get after stains. However, I'm never really...

When I use #105, I spray/mist the pad FIRST with #34 Final Inspection, then prime the pad. Seems like it works much longer and removes so much easier. I'm sure I lose some cut, but that's OK with me. The new UC and UP works super, as mentioned. Jim

"...I was asked if I could take a look at one of her headlights..." I don't charge for this service! Jim

Rather than the "Green" model, get the Bissel "Auto" model; it has higher working amerage and tools especially for auto cleaning. Make sure you try to keep the carpet as dry as possible and still get it clean. Warn the owner that it might take a while for the carpet/upolstery to dry. Jim

The Minnesota climate poses some unique challenges for detailers. Ask me how I know. Rule #1: Bring your detailing supplies indoors during the winter; freezing will wreck most of them. Jim (in Red Wing)

I did a lot of research before I tried this stuff. It's NOT like any other stuff I've seen. It's not that thick crap that looks like dried snot, and it goes on smooth and cannot be told from a clear coat...in fact it is a clear coat that never really hardens. Remains flexible to ward off the...

Yeah, I thought it was a crazy theory, too. You could always hit the vehicle with a pre-wash rinse to get the dust/dirt off. I live on a gravel road and have to constantly deal with the dust. But, I gave ONR a try anyway and a little dust doesn't hurt the paint using the ONR (I know: a...

Of course it's permanent; it's sprayed on over the clear coat (none of those nasty tape lines). I can speak from personal experience that this stuff is a great product. Sprays on over your clearcoat. I had mine shot by my body guy and after a year it is still flawless. Here's a pic: Just...

screw the clear bra; here's what you need. Jim

Not perfect, but getting better. Megs Ultimate Compound Megs Ultimate Polish BlackFire Wet Diamond Griots DA Gonna slam on a coat of Danase Wet glaze today. Jim

Love 'em, but getting so expensive. I order all mine online. Best deal is the JR Alternative line. So good; so reasonably priced. Jim

I could definitely have fun with this deal! Jim

OK, I was speaking of the dealer-installed module. I stand corrected. I was just curious about how much extra nuts the upgrade added to the HHR. Jim

You can get them lots cheaper online. My understanding is that it's just a plug-in module that needs no tuning. Jim

...that really seem to help. When detailing paint, I always used a cheap-o plastic stool to sit on when I did the vertical surfaces (fenders; doors). No wheels on it and I was always having to stand up countless times to move the stool to get the right position to work in. A few weeks ago I...

I see it's an SS. Does it have the Chevy performance chip "upgrade" available at the dealer? Jim

I've had a bottle of this stuff lying around since last fall, but never really gave it a shot. I hate washing my vehicles at home because I have hard water and usually have to wash in the sun. So, I get awful water spots, even when I rinse carefully and try to dry quickly. I use a leaf blower...