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Oh I am sure I am spending too long on my details and figured someone would point that out. You have to keep in mind that I don't do this for a living so I hopefully will be able to speed up my process as my technique and process are perfected. Here is a breakdown of how long each step of my...

Good news! I was able to sneak an order in and still get the 25% discount and free shipping! :xyxthumbs: I realize that making a thread 30 minutes before the deadline looking for suggestions is a little unreasonable. I am still open to hear them though! I decided to try Autofinesse Tripple...

Well, I didn't make it. Considering Pinnacle XMT 360 for it's ease of use and specifically geared towards machine application.

I hear 845 can be tricky to apply? Is it an apply to half/whole vehicle and then wipe off the haze type product? Or do you apply and wipe off panel by panel?

Anyone have any recommendations for a wax that is easily applied by machine and left to haze, provides great depth and filling power, and also providing good durability?? I'd love to get this in the next 30 minutes to take advantage of the 25% discount!

So this past year was my first season detailing as a side job. I have a basic wash package for $30-$45 (hand wash, dry, tires dressed, door jambs wiped, windows cleaned inside and out) and a "Basic Detail" for $130-$150 (hand wash, paint decontamination, 1 stage machine polish with AIO, glass...

I'd love to! I'd be applying it to the tires on this 2014 Ford F-150 (they aren't glossy like they are in the pic. I had just detailed it at that time).

So today I just picked up a gently used Durrmaid 1600 hot water extractor (sells new for $880, but I scored it for $430). After some research I found out that I can use some chemicals with it to get the best results. Only thing is I want to make sure they are safe for the extractor. So I...

listed mine on here a while back, but here it is again for the new guys https://www.facebook.com/MeticulouslyDetailed?ref=hl I'll be sure to "like" yours back.

Gotcha. So DLux has some trim restoring capabilities, but on a brand new car or vehicle with trim in great condition DLux is not needed and Cquartz will work just fine.

Thanks for the reply. I thought they were nearly identical. Still would like to know if Cquartz can be applied to surfaces other then paint like chrome and plastic trim. Also is Cquartz Finest (authorized dealer only) that much different then the Cquartz that is available to the general...

So I have finally decided on trying a CarPro coating (since I can no longer get Opti-Coat 2.0) over 22ple and Gtechnique. My question is concerning the differences in the 3 CarPro coatings...Cquartz, Cquartz UK Edition, and Cquartz DLux. I am use to Opti-Coat that can be applied to...

I feel like I need to clarify a few things after reading the last 2 out of 3 posts. I never claimed to be a detailing professional as I have only been doing this as a side business for the past 6 months and I know I still have a LOT to learn. My prices reflect this though as I think they are...

Thanks for all the tips guys! Just wanted to update you guys on how it turned out. I started by shampooing the carpet from front to back including the carpet on the back 2 rows of seats. I don't have an extractor (REALLY want one after this detail) so I had to do it the old fashioned...

Thanks for all the quick replies fellas! After reading them and taking them into consideration this is what I am thinking: 1) I just went out and clayed the whole car including the clear bra areas. I am using a medium grade clay since the car is so new and lacks a lot of contamination. I...

So today I had a customer drop off his 2015 "Series Blue" Subaru BRZ (only 5k miles on it) for me to Opti-Coat. This is my FIRST time dealing with a car with a dealer installed clear bra (on half the hood, front bumper, inside the door handles, and a few other "hard wear" areas). I am doing a...

So a customer dropped off his 2002 Explorer with me this afternoon and it has a very STRONG moldy/wet dog smell in the interior. I have never had to rid a car of a foul odor before so all I have is Chemical Guys New Car smell spray. I fear that even after I deep clean the interior and use the...

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Thanks for all the replies guys!! It seems like everyone is pretty much in agreement that Leather Masters and Leatherique are the top choices for leather care. I have the above kit from Leather Master's in my shopping cart! Looking forward to trying it out! Thanks again for all the...

I'm a big fan of Meguiar's D151 (Paint Reconditioning Cream) as an AIO for it's cut. Also hard to beat $34 for a gallon of it.