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  1. gwilo

    Detail Product Bag?

    I just checked ebay any of the good bags 17" and up are a little more than that, as well, shipping to Canada is between $ 25 and $ 45. Where as eShine has free shipping, in Canada for orders over $ 150.00
  2. gwilo

    Detail Product Bag?

    When I first saw the AG bag I thought it was a bit expensive. But after looking at the Stanley/Dewalt and other 'quality' bags I realized it is not badly priced.
  3. gwilo

    My favorite non-detailing detailing tool is...

    Nice one muddy, I may try your toy, but I will keep it away from my 'butt'.
  4. gwilo

    Hardest Vehicle To Detail?

    The easiest car I have detailed is my '92 Miata (first gen) Nice rounded surfaces, no nooks or crannies. In a rush at a U-Wash I can it in under 3 minutes. By hand I have 3 stage the car in under 3 hours.
  5. gwilo

    My favorite non-detailing detailing tool is...

    I just picked up an A/V Cart to make a detailing cart. something like this for $ 30.00 (craigslist) (Retail over $ 400.00) It even comes with a powerbar :) Pictures will be posted when complete (but we all know DIY projects are never finished .... )
  6. gwilo

    Canopy For Quick One Man Setup

    Check out this thread http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-forum/19195-nice-pop-up-canopy.html It was from last week/early this week all about canopies
  7. gwilo

    IPA , Isopropyl alcohol

    A good example for using IPA is Wash Clay bar IPA Pre Wax (glaze) Sealant (X2) Wax Clean up any wax/sealant on trim pieses with IPA. As the clay lub leaves nasty film on the car and some clay particles the IPA cleans them right off. (I did that today, but stopped at the first coat of...
  8. gwilo

    pb black hole before or after

    Or you can use it like Meg # 7 as a top coat over wax/sealant, does not last but it will pop
  9. gwilo

    IPA , Isopropyl alcohol

    "rubbing alcohol" is an old name for it because the common man could not say "Isopropyl alcohol". Now my question when everyone states 50/50 (water/IPA) what do they mean? Before you jump "Post Quick Reply" Does that mean 50/50 mix at 40% IPA (right bottle at top) or 50/50 at 70 % IPA (left...
  10. gwilo

    Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Detailer: product opinions

    A Quick Detailer is fine to use after washing your car, if it has already been waxed or sealed (sealant) Wash & dry the car, then do a QD and it will look like it was just waxed. As for Spray Wax, call me old fashioned, but I can not see how a 20 minute spay wax job can compare to a 6 hour...
  11. gwilo

    Stage 1: first time PC user, now a believer for life.

    My new PC is waiting in a box for the weather to cool down, then I will tackle my three cars. Like you I have always done it by hand. I just hope my results are as GOOD AS YOURS :) :buffing:
  12. gwilo

    camaro detailing...

    First thing I would do would be the headlights. Headlight Lens Care: Polish out scratches & haze to restore clear plastic headlight lens covers. Wolfgang, Meguiars, Plexus, lens cleaning system, They will make the car look 100 times better. Then do the full treatment Claybar Swirl remover...
  13. gwilo

    Nice Pop-up Canopy

    And to think I only 'rent' the lower half of the house. Did I mention the two car garage with a work shop :)
  14. gwilo

    Nice Pop-up Canopy

    I have picked up a 'Woods' 10 x 10 to do my work. I have not used it yet as I am waiting for the new 4 car driveway to be paved.
  15. gwilo

    What should I use on my wheels? Polished LIp

    It looks like the lips are clear coated then the Meg or any other light or med cut would work. If they turn out to be not coated then it will take longer to do but it will not harm the rim.
  16. gwilo

    What should I use on my wheels? Polished LIp

    By marring do you mean light scratches or discoloration? Scratches would need to buff them out with a buffing wheels on a drill. Do a Google search on Aluminum Polishing Kit (think Black Emery, Brown Tripoli, and White Diamond polishing compounds). If discoloration .... the polish kit should...
  17. gwilo

    What should I use on my wheels? Polished LIp

    I am looking into this too. The products I have found that say they are save with Alum Wheels are 1Z Einszett Wheel Cleaner “Feigen Reiniger” Types of Wheels Having a set of clean stylish wheels has been a top priority lately. Wheels on the market today are made from a variety of metals...
  18. gwilo

    Microfiber vs. Wool Mitt

    I am going to try the ShMitt and it will be on my next order. I have used syn wool and wool for years and have ended up with swirls. With the wool (& syn) mitt I have always rinsed it before putting it back in the soap and never let it touch the bottom of the pale. Time to try something new :)
  19. gwilo

    Which automotive forums you are member of / are out there?

    Well I visit a few Miata Turbo Forum - Home of the turbo Mazda Miata. Vancouver Miatas :: Index ClubRoadster.net - Powered by vBulletin The MX-5 Miata Pit Stop: MX-5 Miata.net NASIOC (Subaru) REVscene.net - Western Canada & Greater Northwest #1 Automotive, Lifestyles & Classifieds Forums!
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    what should I use on the lip of my wheels?

    Do a google search on the Brand/Model of wheel there must be info on if it is clearcoat or not.
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