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I am looking for a clear bra, Xpel, venture shield etc installer - perfectionist please - in the Orange County, NY area. Had an appt on Firday for my 2014 Scion tC then instaler told me there is no siftware to cut the 2014 pieces. I do not want to drive this car w/o the film on it.

I washed and clayed my 2009 Scion tC today and hope to polish it tomorrow. The hood is in pretty rough shape with many hood chips. The rest of the Crimson has medium swirls. I have a couple of choices: M205 or XMT 360. Should I start with the 205 and move to the 360 or just use the 360. I have a...

My 2010 Toyota Tundra Platinum was keyed last night. Both fenders, quarter panels, and all four doors. Down to the primer - there were fine threads of primer hanging from the scratches. I assume that this is too big of a job for Dr. Color Chip. Is there anything I can do short of a complete...

When folks ask for advice on a buffer I rarely see the Cyclo mentioned? Is this due to size, fixed RPM or other issues? BTW, I have one and I am a "newbie".

I just used Hot Rims on very dirty stock Scion tC rims and was very pleased with the results - using various brushes. The only problem: I can use one bottle for 4 wheels. I could not find it in a gallon size. Hence, this question: is Detailer Wheel Brightener comparable? The price is very...

I am about to start work on a Scion tC. The rubber around the rear window is in poor shape - it is stained and generally rough. What is the best approach to use?

This might be a bit off topic but has anyone polished their kitchen sink - white porcelain? Mine is starting to look worn. I have Griots 3" and 6" random orbitals and the XMT series of polishes. What do you suggest?

Does the 3m Leather repair kit work well?

Back in the day - era mid 70's - there was a product called Liquid Ebony. I think it was made by a company called Cleanbrite or Clearbrite. Anyhow, it sure did wonders for black cars in that era. What was this product - just a glaze? Has it been replaced by better products today? Was it strictly...

A friend of mine had his vehicle stolen - AND recovered. The only problem is that it stinks from cogarette smoke. What is the best product for removing odors?

I have typical fingernail scratches behind my door handles. I have both a Cyclo and a Griots 3" but neither seems to get in there. I've seen some pretty impressive pictures of scratch removal behind the handles. Please tell me what to use!

I am looking for some advice here. The car is a 2008 Scion tC - almost 4 years old, never garaged, never waxed. I washed it yesterday. Taped it this morning. My equipment: Cyclo with green pads (I do not have any orange pads) and Griots 3 inch polisher. I started with the Cyclo with green pads...

I washed my engine with P21S. I worked a section at a time so the entire process took about 6 hours. I now find that I have some water spots on horizontal areas - like in front of the headlights. What is the best way to remove these spots? Compound?

I store my car in my garage, in a car capsule during the winter. Just wondering if there are any negatives to this. I recently posted about Leatherique and got to thinking that perhaps - just perhaps - the constantly moving air may have contributed to the dry leather.

OK, what is the best way to touch up small stone chips? I bought the Griots kit that looks like a hypodermic needle. Will I be left with a raised spot that needs sanding or compound?

OK, I tried Leatherique for the 1st time over this holiday weekend. I did as instructed massaged the "oil" in a few times, covered with a large trash bag and put the car in the sun. I left the oil on for a total of 24 hours (not all of it in the sun). Last night a sprayed on the Leatherique...

What can I use to brighten up my oil cooler (twin turbo)? Is there a liquid that can be sprayed on and will not damage the other items (plastic, hoses, etc.) that are around the oil cooler.

What is the best method for making plain old (non painted) calipers look great but original?

I have a metallic black show car. The paint is in excellent shape. It is clear coated. I use Pinnacle Liquid Sovereign or Griots Best of Show and Spped Shine at the show. My question: should I use a glaze to really enhance the metallic black? If so, which one? The car is 20 years old with 20,000...

Here is my story. I detailed my engine compartment with too much shine! I will be showing the car where original/as from the factory is very important. I glossed up my hoses with Armor All and also (sigh) WD40. Is there anything that I can do to de-gloss the hoses?