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  1. CWallace

    First detail, help!!

    UPDATE: well, my first detail turned into about 8 now!!! I've used XMT 360 topped with DP max wax! Everyone has been extremely happy!! But, the more reading i do i feel like i'm wasting time following an AIO w/ carnuba.. But i feel i'll get a little more durability with that combo.. i'm...
  2. CWallace

    Whats you Fav 1 Step Polish??

    Bobby, any reason u perfer the Super Finish over the Power Finish?? Also are u using a white LC pad?
  3. CWallace

    What do you guys charge?

    Thanks, may have to experiment w/ some other product myself!
  4. CWallace

    What do you guys charge?

    Rhetoric, i've been experimenting with an AIO topped w/ DP max Wax.... mind if i ask what type of medium cut polish u are using? what pad and how well does it finish down as well as your lsp?? (i'm fairly new by the way)
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    What pads should I buy?

    +1 I'm also fairly new, got a few cars under my belt now... i've started w/ the LC 5.5" flat pads 2 orange, 3 white, 2 black, and 2 blue. Also used the wolfgang duo as my first polishes. Since then i've started using XMT 360 AIO on my customer details and have been very happy with the...
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    BMW X5 Correction - TLC Auto Detail

    Thanks, i knew they couldn't be that dirty!
  7. CWallace

    What's your detail process and how long does it take!!

    Does the 3 hrs include interior detail!!!
  8. CWallace

    What's your detail process and how long does it take!!

    Hey guys, I'm obviously new to the detailing scene and now have about 4 cars under my belt... Here's my problem I'm taking entirely too long. All of my services have been what i consider a full detail. Wash/Clay/XMT 360 followed by DP max Wax as well as full interior w/ spot cleaning. At my...
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    BMW X5 Correction - TLC Auto Detail

    mind if i ask what your process and products u used on those exhaust tips. my wife has a 328i and her exhaust tips look dull. i didn't think they were supposed to be shiny. I've used APC and scrubbed but they still are matte or dull looking. I'm sorta new to all this!!!! Great job by the...
  10. CWallace

    First detail, help!!

    so do u apply the glaze immediately after clay and then your LSP??? I too have the wolfgang line, i just am not getting paid enough to do a paint correction. I just want to have a little more wow factor than a simple waxing or sealant will provide!!! And i have no experience with any glaze...
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    Total newb. Don't know what to buy for my first detail

    Bud, i recently joined the detailing ranks myself.. so i've already purchased my PC along w/ several pads and polishes, and started working on a couple cars.. If you are looking for an easy process for making your paint look good u may want to look at an all in one product...
  12. CWallace

    First detail, help!!

    Dugdug, u r exactly right.. just poor choice of wording on my part. do u think XMT 360 will fit the bill or do u know??? I read somewhere that a detailer is using it with good results in one or two passes??? i do have a back up plan... i live in Knoxville and was thinking of giving Mike and...
  13. CWallace

    First detail, help!!

    Sorry for the terrible post guys... after some research i think i may have found an answer. i'm thinking i may go with either the DG 501 or the XMT 360 AIO for a fairly quick app with good results.. any opinions?
  14. CWallace

    Autogeek Booth - June 15, 16 & 17 - Chilhowee Park - Knoxville, Tennessee - 2012 Subway Auto Expo

    u guys bring any 3.5" LC backing plates and 4" pads??? Could save myself some shipping!! One of those super cool shirts would be nice too!!!!
  15. CWallace

    First detail, help!!

    Sorry, i timed out trying to finish the post.. Basically, her coworker has 99 BMW 2 door convertible, moderate swirls and imperfections.. I didn't price any paint correction, but being my first real customer i want to make her paint look the best i can without correction.. I have some Megs...
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    First detail, help!!

    Okay guys, did an interior/exterior detail on my sisters Eqinox yesterday (wash, clay and single step of duragloss 101 w/ pc7424xp) removed 90% of the stains on seats and carpet but was disappointed that i couldn't get them all out, they were just too neglected.. Anyway, she was amazed with...
  17. CWallace

    Help.. attempting my first polish and fixing to pull my hair out

    went ahead and tried all 3 steps... WG TSR, WG FG and then the mezerna powerlock. 99% of original swirls are gone, only my towel marks remain!!!
  18. CWallace

    Help.. attempting my first polish and fixing to pull my hair out

    well, that in itself has become the second sore spot of the night.... Trying to capture swirl marks on the hood of a car with a sony cybershot, while trying to hold a set of halogens over the hood to reflect the swirls???? (no luck) sorry, but apparently i also need to read the newb thread on...
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    Help.. attempting my first polish and fixing to pull my hair out

    Yes, after finishing glaze i wipe and have lines... as far as micro fibers i have several double soft from local pep boys, and also i have some mango towels from autogeek, and also several meguairs microfibers as well as others... I do classify them into cleaning towels and polishing... maybe...
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    Help.. attempting my first polish and fixing to pull my hair out

    I have mezerna powerlock sealant to go on after my finishing glaze... are you saying i can do directly over the finishing glaze with the sealant without buffing the glaze off w/ microfiber??
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