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    Kids playing near my truck is worrying me

    I didn't want to be the first person to respond in a sarcastic tone.... but, really? I mean... in a world prior to the "Internet", one woud probably walk outside and see if the kids know to be "really careful" around your truck. You can even repeat it, so they know you mean it.
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    Please help with these white spots!!!

    Next breakup, try to leave things on better terms. Just kidding.
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    Customer wants me to fix his broken window?

    That stinks. I probably wouldn't have opened the door card for fear of breaking a clip, losing a screw, etc... just called him and said what happened. Why don't you offer to fix his window regulator or pay for his next tank of gas (in the Hummer) - but you'll do whichever costs less. Maybe...
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    New vehicle delivery questions

    Gotta say, the dealership I just bought a '14 Jeep Grand Cherokee from does "dealer detailing" very well - not a swirl mark on the whole thing upon delivery (and it's black!) ... I peeked into their bay, and they've got about 25 high powered fluorescent fixtures mounted to the walls/ceiling -and...
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    Selling Supplies

    I had a buddy running a high-end custom car audio business. He'd do $10K+ audio systems that placed in national competitions. He brought in a window tinting guy, with the hopes of getting more customers through his door for his high-end audio work. The window tinter made more money (gross and...
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    how is my technique and supplies

    Since you stated this is for a maintenance wash, I have a suggestion: Optimum No Rinse (ONR) or Optimum No Rinse Wash and Wax (ONRWW) using a "rinseless" method. You can find videos on YouTube showing the rinseless wash method - there's a ~10 minute one by Garry Dean; when you watch it just...
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    ONRWW vs. Foam Cannon

    Just thought I'd post my casual musings/experience with two completely different wash methods and see whether anyone had input / comments -- on the observations I share or on my method in general: Foam Cannon: I generally use the foam cannon for the weekly maintenance washes on my two vehicles...
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    What do to with the black trim on a 1988 Saleen Mustang?

    :postpics: (Mostly because I like 'stangs and I wanna see an '88 Saleen!!) :awesome:
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    New Wax Fridge

    :props::props: But what about the :cheers::cheers: ???
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    Definition of Detailing Obsession

    When you rent a car from Enterprise, they tell you what they're looking for damage-wise. Dents bigger than a golf ball and scratches 5" or longer. Sooooo I doubt my ONRWW+ is gonna qualify - even if my microfiber cloth came from Costco Im the MAN:laughing:
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    Definition of Detailing Obsession

    Too funny. I did a rinseless wash (onrww) on parts of this loaner ram 1500 the other night to practice a little. I only did half the hood to see how it'd bead (was thundering, so I figured it may rain) - anyway, as I was doing it I wondered how many other ago forum members use rentals/loaners as...
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    Chrome trim, real or faux

    Be careful. I have an '06 Audi and this problem has driven me nuts since the day I bought it (bought it used in 2010)... P21S Polishing Soap was recommended. I taped off and rubbed like crazy... and I think I made it slightly better, but if I was a professional detailer I would have to say that...
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    Grease on my Daytona Wheel Brush

    Thanks all. I think I'm covered... jamesboyy put a link to a thread that covers this exact topic. Thanks again!
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    Grease on my Daytona Wheel Brush

    I think that may eventually work, but I was hoping to go with a chemical degreaser (immerse the brush overnight or something) due to the amount of grease. Regarding the amount of grease on the brush... picture less "packet of ketchup" and more "tub of ketchup"
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    Grease on my Daytona Wheel Brush

    Hi All, Was cleaning my wife's 4x4 over the weekend, and discovered heavy grease on my Daytona wheel brush (as well as the face of the wheel) when doing the front left corner. CV boot split, puked up a bunch of grease into the wheel barrel, and it got on my wheel brush. :mad: Is there a way to...
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    what's a good shampoo for foam gun?

    Once I fitted my suction draught tube to my foam cannon, I've had great success with almost any shampoo. *Dodo Juice Born to be Mild *CG Honeydew *CG Maxi Suds Not my favorite for the foam cannon, but I used it last weekend... 1Z Einszett Exclusiv. No real reason that I don't like it, I...
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    for those who use a foam cannon/gun...

    Same here. For a car that isn't totally wrecked, the initial rinse (with a pressure washer, in my case) stage allows you to ID any bird bombs / sap spots, blast off what you can with water-only, then pay special attn to the area when you agitate your foam with your mitt. :xyxthumbs:
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    Pressure washers?

    I have a Cleanforce 1800psi from Home Depot. I like it a lot.. got the 2 yr replacement warranty for something like $40.
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    Share useful and weird tips

    BUMP, I have a feeling I'm gonna like a lot of the responses if you guys will provide them. ;-) Being a relative newbie, I don't feel that I have much to contribute in this area, but I'll say the following: Each Sunday morning, I use some APC and my electric pressure washer (which is out &...
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