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Thanks everyone, for the awesome info! This really saved me a lot of time in digging through the status quo of the product market these days. This guy’s head to head comparison was awesome- I didn’t get to see the details on the test methods he used, but it’s fun to see a head to head. Given...

Hi All, I’ve been away from the detailing scene for a while, and was hoping to ask you guys for some product pointers. What’s a good sealant that balances longevity and chemical resistance (touchless washes, acid rain, etc.) with ease of application? Mainly, is there something out there there...

Hey all, So, I invested in a true workhorse DA, the GG 6" DA back in November, and just had a chance to use it on paint for the first time a few days ago. I'm super impressed with its power! I've used rotaries years ago, and for a DA, I have to say, the GG with a heavy cut pad and M105 does...

Zubair, I know how you feel. The coating process made me re evaluate the entire field of detailing. Coatings are definitely worth the effort if you're not going to be able to pamper your car every week like it deserves. The extra resistance to contaminant damage alone makes it worth it IMHO. It...

Congrats on the great choice of products, and for taking the time to pamper your '03 Accord! I think you'll be amazed at the transformation Meg's Ultimate line can perform for you. Although I'm still a young man myself, I have taken a beating over the years, and have had a few shoulder, wrist...

It seems like nobody makes trucks like they used to. That's good stuff. A 428 should be stupid powerful... plus it'll sound great. I'm sure you'll get plenty more ideas at SEMA! I miss having a truck. It's hard to get used to not being able to go anywhere you want to!

Awesome, thanks for the guidance Mike! Also, love your truck from the Corvette post... that's a serious lift and tire combo! :xyxthumbs:

Hey all, I'll be investing in some new pads (6" and 3 to 4") for a 6" Griot's DA, and was curious what combination (color/type of pad, and speed) and method most people have used for Pinnacle Black Label Surface Cleansing Polish. Also, how many pads will I need (for a sedan and for autos like a...

Thanks for the offer Tim! And sorry about the confusing posts... I was pretty tired and frustrated when I wrote these. To answer some of your questions: I ended up using Meg's UP all around, and got perfectly acceptable results. I'm happy with it. The main problem I was facing in correction...

Looks awesome, wish I lived in FL! Would have loved to learn more about the FLEX 3401.

If I'm not mistaken, this is for FLEX USA marketing, not the worldwide firm. Companies name the same product differently all the time in different countries. Yes, I agree, the Germans have a tradition of using numbers in product names... just look at pretty much every German auto make...

Great ideas here and on Flex's part as well! I was just about to order a FLEX, and wished it had the ability to adapt down to 3" pads... so a micro flex polisher that's forced DA would be amazing. Here's my 2 cents for a product branding: Flex could stick with their current numbering scheme...

Thanks!!! It only felt right writing a detailed review after not seeing much out there from the enthusiast's perspective when first researching it. I'm starting to love this color too, especially now that the DSC's on top. I might try investing in a decent carnauba to top it off for events and...

Thanks! Guess I just forgot just how much of a difference machines make in the end. If you want, head over to this new thread I posted to see the finished product and the entire car: Review: A Newbie's Perspective on Pinnacle Black Label DSC

Coatings for the masses... years ago it would have sounded something like an oxymoron, but perhaps the day we see semi-permanent coatings popping up on Wal-Mart store shelves is closer than we think. Not that my goal is to compare Pinnacle's Black Label (PBL) line with something that rears its...

Hello again! It's been a bit since I first started this topic, and since then, was able to significantly reduce the severity/depth of the abrasive scratching by machine polishing with PlastX (mind you, the 2nd oldest formulation I had on hand... the newest formulation still gave coarser...

Wow, thanks so much for the detailed response and insider information Mike! I am always impressed by the thoroughness of your posts and articles. As a scientist by trade, I always appreciate it when someone delves into the "how and why" of a particular subject. Keep up the great work! And...

So, I went to polish some minor scratching out of the headlights and tail-lamps on a fairly new Accord with Plastx before coating with PBL DSC, and noticed that I had traded the light scratches for fine swirls, visible only with lights on/ intense external illumination: However, the lights...

Good deal, I think MS might be a viable and quick-er route than steam cleaning, at least for the paint. I may still steam clean crevices, where adhesive gunk has gotten balled up, fallen in, and lodged in place (mostly thin gaps such as with the spoiler lip/trunk lid interface), and perhaps go...

I love the commentary, LOL! As far as the mineral spirits goes, I'm a bit hesitant... Don't want to screw up anything if I accidentially lose focus, and hit some trim/plastic/molding without noticing. Also, does it de-gloss or soften clear coat at all?