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I like it also, but it foams to much for extractor use. I have to dump the rinse bin way too often because of the foam. I switched to Lightning Fast and seems to work just as well, but doesn't foam hardly at all. If I am cleaning rubber backed mats that feel comfortable using a hose on, I...

Try Amazing Roll Off. This is my go-to for rubber mats and plastic wheel wells. I had the same problem as you with APC leaving black plastic and rubber looking dull after it dried. ARO actually leaves behind some protectant, which I think is why these parts look much better after drying...

One thing to keep in mind is that BFCS gives a "glassy" shine. I like it for lighter colored cars but not as much on dark colors where I like to see more depth and shimmer. Sometimes it will streak as well, which you can't see as well on lighter paint. Yes, these streaks will come off after...

I wonder if Mike Phillips' article on oxidized single stage paint would help. You could maybe apply the product by hand and let it sit overnight and see if it does anything. Maybe not since the single stage has the gloss built in and obviously a base coat doesn't. Just thinking out loud for...

1:4 = 3:12

I've been using IronX paste diluted 1:4 with distilled water for a couple years. It is effective and more economical that way. I just use the IronX 500ml spray bottle and mix 3:12 a day or two before a detail so it has time to fully emulsify

Temp humidity does play a factor for me. When it's hot and humid, I take my time and usually a break in the AC for a few minutes after each panel. Just did a 335i last weekend in these conditions. Just a mild polish (PF2500) to remove swirls and holograms (not deeper defects). I think it...

vent brush and/or other assorted small detailing tools. I even use q-tips for some very tight areas like around/between badges/emblems.

I use my BFRW diluted (1:16) for clay lube with the nanoskin mitt. Works great.

I agree. My buddy just had his BMW into me this weekend. When I first quoted it, I told him I wasn't going to polish the front fascia which looked like it had been shot with a bb gun about 500 times. Told him I would hand glaze it but when I washed it and a light toweling paint flecks were...

I use only a GG6. However, I am only a weekend warrior and only do friends and family. So far, I have been able to tackle everything I have needed to with the GG6.

You will probably need to read the details of the service. If it like some of the manufacturers "protectant" you can't do any more than wash it or it voids the warranty terms of the protectant. So polishing would be a no-no in this case. One reason I would never do a service like this because...

If the sun isn't out, you are probably okay and the humidity probably helps keep the dwell time up. I feel your pain though, I had a full wheels-off-the-car wheel/well and tire detail that I started Saturday night @ 7:30. Went through 4 shirts. The biggest problem I had was the lack of breeze...

I'm glad I hadn't just put a drink of beer in my mouth when I read Bob's post. I would have had to chide him for causing me to abuse alcohol (aka spitting out good beer). I suppose my screen and keyboard would have been disinfected though.

Try Meguiars ScratchX in the cup behind the door handles (Target, Advance Auto etc sell it). I assume that is what you are referring to? The keyhole is in the door handle if I'm not mistaken? Use the same for that. I would use a microfiber hand applicator with the ScratchX to be efficient by...

No, 2 coats is proper. It is hard to see, especially if you apply it correctly which is very sparingly. I usually do a crosshatch pattern for each coat to help ensure even coverage.

A couple things you could try. 1) wash it and see how it performs next rain. Every time I apply 2 coats of CS, I get a haze left behind that comes off with a wash or RW. That could be what is giving you the effect you are seeing. 2) Try it with BFWD underneath. 3) After you wash, finish...

I use this: Vinyl & Leather Scrub Brush

This is also the combo I would go with for Honda paint if it needed correction and I wanted to finish with a fine polish. I've had no problem removing 3000 grit sandpaper marks after paint chip touchup with a GG6, white flat pad, and PF2500. PF2500 is usually where I will start on a car with...

clean best you can, dry it out, then into a ziploc bag labeled with the product so you can keep using it for that product only. Life's too short.