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  1. njarmstrong81

    Car lift

    Most Bendpacks I've found are listed for around $2,500 for a full size one. That is for 10k lbs though, the 7k lbs are a bit less. I am really liking the Danmar MaxJax ($2000) right now for the lower posts and ability to be moved out of the way when not needed. However, if my new garage...
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    iron x question

    Follow up question. Instructions say to use a damp sponge to move the product around the paint. I high quality sponge should be used I suspect, but since this is applied post wash, but pre polish I guess if it adds a couple no big deal. But what would use if this was part of a monthly...
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    race deck flooring

    And what type/brand is that?
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    Paint touch up question

    I've been watching this a lot recently. Planning a chip touch up myself based on this. Paint Chip Touch Up | AMMO NYC
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    iron x question

    I was wondering about Iron X on callipers as well, but every picture I see has it sprayed all over wheels and the callipers aren't covered at all.
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    Coating or Xpel Ultimate

    I had considered that as well, I wanted to do the bumper, full hood and full front fenders. Also the doors to help with dings, and then thought of the rear fenders as well. At that point there was nothing left uncovered really so I thought might as well do the rest for uniformity as the...
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    Coating or Xpel Ultimate

    Vancouver Island Canada
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    Coating or Xpel Ultimate

    I would be ordering the tools for the install, proper squeegee's and materials for the 2 solutions - slip and alcohol. Either mix the slip myself or just get the gel they offer, either would be fine. I am sure working the film is difficult, there are no installers that are mobile to me, or...
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    Coating or Xpel Ultimate

    I am really at a cross roads right now. I am right on the fence about wrapping my car in Xpel Ultimate. I've sourced a dealer who will provide pre-cut pieces for 50% of what Xpel sells for directly - around $2400 total. I've been researching and watching as many videos and reading install...
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    Washing with microfiber towels

    So, I noted that AGO seems to heavily push using a single wash mitt when showing car wash products. I normally just wash with a microfiber towel, like a Gold Plush Jr., folded to 8 sides. I'll put 4 or 5 in the bucket with the soap and them soak a few minutes then use as face for a panel, turn...
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    One thing you learned early/Still true today

    If you have time to do it twice, you have time to do it right the first time through.
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    Factory Double Clear Coat

    Thanks for the input, really appreciate it. Talking to some other owners it seems most factory readings range between 4.5 - 8 mils (roughly the 120-190 microns mentioned) depending on the panel and location. It's a new car so nothing has been done to it before, not concerned about some...
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    Products out of storage

    Thanks for the input. When I get them from storage I'll inspect them, see how they are. Any doubt and I'll replace. I guess the lucky thing is I didn't have a bunch of brand new bottles so I won't be 'out' a whole lot even if I have to replace a few things.
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    Factory Double Clear Coat

    I do have a moderate amount of experience, just on my old cars. I really got into detailing my MKIV Supra before I sold it. I am comfortable with the process, but nothing beyond a basic 2 step process. Never messed with, nor comfortable even trying wet sanding. The other things is, the...
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    Factory Double Clear Coat

    I recently purchased a 2014 Nissan GT-R. I have a small list of to do's. First is to fill a small rock chip in the side panel. Found some helpful threads/videos on that. Second is to do a light polish as there are some factory installed swirls. In 2011 Nissan started applying a 'double'...
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    Products out of storage

    They were stored in a temp controlled warehouse. Don't know exactly the temp but I would say average room temp.
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    Products out of storage

    Hello everyone, long time forum troll and customer, first post. I am finishing up a 3 year work contract in the Arctic in a couple of months. All of my old detailing products have been in storage. I didn't have much, some M105/205, some Adam's stuff and of course pads and my PC7424. My...
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