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    Looking For a Spray Detailer That Dosn't Leave White Residue on Black Trim?

    Hi Guys, After polish, sealant and a coat of Pinnacle Souveran Carnauba Paste Wax the paint looks AMAZING !! I'm now looking for a compatible spray detailer for car show maintenance. I was planning on using Pinnacle Crystal Mist which I know would be compatible and enhance the Souveran...
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    Will this work well?

    I'm planning on this process and would like your thoughts: Application: new factory paint, looks great with no swirls as received. 1. Light polish with Menzerna 4500 (3 800) using the red ultra soft or gold jewelling foam hand applicator. 2. Thoroughly clean residue with alcohol &...
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    Wax Applicator Reccomendation

    Thank you Hammer77 I sent you my address via PM ----------- You're the best !!
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    Wax Applicator Reccomendation

    What would you recommend as a good applicator with Pinnacle Souveran wax? Thank you !
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    Reload over Pinnacle Souveran ?

    Thank you ducksfan, this sounds great! Just to be sure I got it right, If I mix the following: 1 oz. Ech2o 20 oz. distilled water 3.5 oz. reload 24.5 Total
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    Reload over Pinnacle Souveran ?

    Hi Guys, Just got a new Dodge Challenger with an Octane Red exterior which I applied a coat of Pinnacle Souveran and it looks amazing! My question is: I still have a couple of bottles of CarPro Relaod and wondering if it's OK to use this over the Pinnacle Souveran as a periodic quick detailer...
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    Darken Paint Question

    Thank you all, much appreciated!
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    Darken Paint Question

    Which one of these Mequiars paste waxes tends to give the paint a darker look? NXT or Ultimate Thank you ! Note: paint is Dodge granite crystal metallic
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    Tire Shine Frequency ?

    Is it a bad idea to apply tire dressing once a week for best look at a car show without some sort of cleaning to remove previous layer to avoid a build up. I've been considering using a water base product and leaning towards Mequiars Hyper-dressing or any other product that you recommend that...
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    Best product to darken paint?

    What product tends to darken dark grey metallic paint? I've read that NXT or #26 gives the paint a darker look? Thank you
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    CQuartz Finest

    I have a new car on order and plan on having a detailer apply the CQuartz Finest treatment and Expel in certain areas of concern as soon as it arrives. I've read that it has an amazing shine along with a very durable finish that last about 2 years? My question is what can I apply on my own...
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    Protecting Factory Black Wheels?

    A few guys are reporting that they are seeing some rock chips on their black factory rims. Not aware of any compressive way to minimize or eliminate it other than sending them out to have powder coated which would creates a much more durable surface; however, this would be painful and...
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    Adams vs Poor Boys Glaze?

    How would you rate these two glaze products for a black car in terms of gloss and ability to fill? Adams Brilliant Glaze vs Poor Boys Black Hole Thank you !
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    Inspection Light?

    Thank you all for your valued help. I was in a hurry, so I wound up purchasing a light very similar to the Flex light that Dr Pain illustrated which I got at Home Depot for $39.00. It's a Coast HP-7 which has a sliding focus from 58 to 251 lumens which can be set to anywhere in between...
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    Inspection Light?

    When searching this subject the Brinkman Dual Xenon seems to be a favorite; however, it appears it's not available ?? Home depot carries a number of cordless LED lights but not sure which works similar to the Brinkman?
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    Inspection Light?

    Hi, My hand held halogen works very well showing and swirls or lines by aiming it at different angles; however, it's very hot and I have to drag around the extension chord which can be a pain. What would be ideal is if ther're any hand held cordless lights availble that will do a good...
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    Applying Quick Wax Proceedure?

    Thank you Mike; One of the reasons why Mequiars may not have appreciated my method could very well be what you pointed out; which is not to dampen the applicator with water whereas water and wax don't mix? Also spraying the entire car with the spray wax before buffing out is very...
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    Applying Quick Wax Proceedure?

    Hi, For me, I prefer to apply the quick wax via a clean soft cotton 16 X 16 towel which has been thoroughly rinsed with warm water, wringed out thoroughly and folded into rectangular pad. I spray the pad with one or 2 shots of the quick wax, quickly distribute the product evenly within the...
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    Quick Wax On Chrome?

    Is this OK? Thank you, Ralph
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