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  1. Paintxpert

    Sealants: Slow vs Fast curing times

    I used the DP coating. I wipe it on, and buff it off the way the directions state. I hope I'm doing it right. I know you don't want the DP drying without leveling it. I made that mistake. I had to polish hard to level it later. I am still getting used to coatings and sealers. They do have a...
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    Can't get my windshield clean..?!

    I did a 1965 Corvette convertible with a yellowed plastic back window. I was able to buff the plastic window and make it at least 60 percent more clear. So sometimes you can buff clear plastic as well.
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    Can't get my windshield clean..?!

    It is decontaminated after you buff it. My windows look brand new buffing them with a wool pad. They appear soft, clean and very clear. My clients are ALWAYS appreciative of my buffing their windows to perfection. One client insists its as good as Rain X. We all have to do what works for us. Not...
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    your way to make silver stand out

    Try it and let the Sun be your guide. Im not talking real direct Sun, but enough to be your guide as you perfect and smooth the surface. You really have to have a good feel for rotary buffing or any attemp will be, lets say unforgiving, for lack of a better word. Good Luck!
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    your way to make silver stand out

    Silver, the color with the least amount of pigment can be buffed to perfection if in good shape and not faded. I myself use a wool pad and let the Sun be my guide, if not too warm a day. I could show you easier than explaining it. I would optically perfect the surface removing all surface...
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    Tip Jars

    At a nearby shopping complex a guy holds a sign. "Will work for food" or should it say: "Will Scam you for food"? The thing is, people have stooped to new lows. Keep your money in your pocket, and always beware of the bad guys. The economy is not really that great for many people. I see it in my...
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    Can't get my windshield clean..?!

    Buff it with a rotary polisher with a wool pad and very mild polish. Polish @ about 1200 rpms. Slower if you never used a rotary. I dont use clay because I know how to rotary polish. Tape the moldings if you dont trust yourself. Good Luck! "Paintxpert" Shine Since 1969!
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    Lake country smart pads white

    But Mike, think about it you can never get close to perfect, if you don't practice. So practice certainly can make perfect. But that said I think experience tops them all. Be well! Just points to ponder.
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    Duragloss Enviroshield Ceramic Coating System

    If I may but in here can anyone suggest the latest, very best simplest paint sealer to use. Autogeek has so many variations the list is endless. I have the Detailers pro paint coating, and I am very pleased with it. Simple to use, and real nice finish. Is there any better sealers? Please...
  10. Here is my wifes 15 years old Mitsubishi Mirage

    Here is my wifes 15 years old Mitsubishi Mirage

    This 1999 Mitsubishi has never seen the inside of a garage. If you care for a car properly, it can last. This car was car wash beat the first four years of its life.
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    A Tough S550

    That car sees some tough washes. job security!
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    A Tough S550

    You cant touch my cars if you don't have practice. Dedication is assumed as well a perseverance.
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    A Tough S550

    Usually Benzes have one of the finest finishes to rejuve. Educate the customer about car washing. These cars are one of my favorites to do, even though they can be a challenge. Pride yourself....the car looks great!
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    First Winter Detail

    I agree people really don't know whats involved, and are so delighted to get their s--- boxes revived. People seem to hate their cars it seems. Or their lives are so upside down, the car is the last thing on the list. Thank God for the dedicated pros here, that actually deliver the goods related...
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    First Winter Detail

    You rock dude!!! Talk about the white tornado. All for such a thankless vehicle. Sorry truck lovers. I hate doing these monstrosities, and I price them accordingly. Impressive work!!! The owner must have been in shock.
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    Neglected 2010 Escape

    Ill say your dedicated.....what was the time element on that job? Great rejuvenation work! Cant teach you NUTHIN! The Fords aren't all that easy to get that nice. Did you charge enough for the perfect job? Hope the customer doesn't run it through a car w---.
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    teaching customer how to detail their own cars

    Hello everyone. Educating my clients has been my agenda and motto since my inception. People say, aren't you fearing people will take your job? People today don't want to labor. As I hand them my rotary, here, have at it. Not many takers. Knowledge is indeed power, in all of Gods works. The more...
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    The weather's terrible and you can't detail cars. What are you doing to improve your business?

    In Winter, I rest my weary body, after the ravages of over 40 years doing "paint rejuvenation". My Chiro man said I should have quit auto polishing 25 years ago. I have very little cartilage left in my elbows, due to the years "Rotary polishing" Now, part time, I do work as it comes up. I have...
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    How to prep your car for winter

    Very nice write up!!! You always kill it Mike! I like to see a guy happy at his job. Very appropriate at this time of year. Just going out to plow eight inches of the nasty white stuff. The DP coating is on all my cars. That is a great product! Resists dirt and makes life in New England a bit...
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    Removing hard water spots on Opti-Coat

    Any water spots can be polished off as easy as taking candy from a baby. But then I wouldn't be the "Paintxpert" if this posed any kind of a "puterbity" as I refer to a problem. As I stated many years back....and I mean no offense to anyone here. If you cant rotary polish, your a "C" rated...
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