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Had a pretty interesting idea that I've not seen on here before. Thought I would throw it out to other people on here and look for feed back. Underbody Carriage Washing: Buy an adjustable pressure washer nozzle, use the lowest PSI setting and lightly blast under areas of the car (maybe only...

I was reading up on the IPA thread and this sparked a question that I want opinions from people about. Mike, your advice and order of process opinion would be greatly appreciated here as well. I know that Paint Cleaner Prep- IPA/MS/Paint Cleaners/Pre-Wax and Strippers remove any old layers on...

I researched topics on this and didn't really find anything. I've yet to hear of a product that clears this issue up. I can get everything off a cars coat but yellow/white road paint on new roads. Does this come down to feathersanding? Can I use a plastic razor and knock most of it off...

So... been looking at some options for detailing. Aside from doing cars here and there, I would love to prospect to semi-truck dealerships and offer to clean up new inventory. I'm curious about a few things as far as cleaning goes and products... 1) polished steel/aluminum grills with bugs...

Been raining for 3 days straight in Cincinnati. Started my Rx7 tonight because I stayed at my fiances for the past 2 days. Engine was knocking and sporadically dying. Then started reeving high, electrical systems were dimming, and it started knocking whenever I went past 3k rpms. 4 options, all...

So, I've finally picked out my supplies and think I've found a suitable list to make things all fit in the back of a truck bed. My concern is how can I ratchet down my water tank and generator? Assuming I'd have to custom drill D-rings or something to secure them? Any advice on these items...

Ok, looking for an electric PW. Looking for under 2000 PSI for something under $200 with reliability. I'm using a wrinsless bucket system now, and letting water out of my water tank into my buckets or having customers just come to me. Reason for this is because I'm getting a little 4x4 baby...

In our detail shop... my boss has these AMAZING little microfiber magnet bottle holders. Just slap em on the side of a vehicle you're working on while do sections on it. They're sized for the squeeze bottles. Most of the products in our shop are Menzerna or Meguiars products. I have no idea...

Maybe have prefered customer accounts, meet a certain deductible amount and receive X% off total purchase order? Spend X amount to (large impossible number to reach) and receieve 5% off from there on out? Just me, I think it would be a good way to reel more people in for you guys. I know...

So... I know it's pretty straight forward. I could always use a multi-purpose wheel cleaner. However!!! I am curious about determining a couple types wheels. -Chrome and Polished Aluminum (visual differences?) -Painted silver or white aluminum vs. standard coated aluminum or steel. They look...

I'm already getting a Wagner 905 steamer for spot cleaning and grease on door jambs. However, after vacuuming and steaming stain spots on carpets, I'd like to follow up with this guy: portable extractor Then there is also: This guy (even better deal it seems) Best deal I can find for a 2...

Have been curious about this for some time... but don't have any test panels or equipment to test it out. Waxes that are designed for light or plush colors, and those that are designed for darker tones. I've heard of people mentioning using the wrong wax type of a certain color can dull it or...

I have a couple spots on my wheels that the previous owner allowed moronic tire installers to put wheel weights on the outside. I am looking at vintage 91' BBS rims on my 91 Rx7 Convertible. They're flawless, not a single ding on them. Alluminum alloy material, but I want to try and find an...

Been looking up videos on this, I'm currently in the process of getting a 02 ford ranger. Practivally flawless paint job, black in color. However! It has some... 'interesing' to say the least, striping on it. Does anyone have some products or recomendations for getting those out? Being in...

I know detergents and dish soaps can be harmful to your finish-- yet they can be used for removing wax to ensure no smears or marring with a previous coat of wax for a new application. I would prefer to use a non-finish damaging wax stripper, such as this: Wax Stripper. What exactly is this...

This situation is hypothetical, but I would like feed back. Say you have a customer that doesn't want a waterless auto wash, for fear of marring, as well as no steam cleaning. So you opt to use a rinsless 2-3 bucket system to clean that clients car. If you're using a VOC compliant product, I...

Would prefer to not go with a van set up (pretty much dead set on a truck) but looking for a vehicle that can accomodate more than 1 passenger (4 seater). Looking at pretty low budget, but trying to go for a good fuel economy. I'm currently looking at a 98' GMC Sonoma (Extended crew cab) but I...

In regards to rust cleaning solutions, does anyone have some advice on order to clean them off? Good products, low ph solutions or non-ph that is good for removal off paint? If you've already washed the car, but there's a good rust sediment area where the stain has run down the car. You let it...

Does anyone think this is a good idea for a mobile detailer? These are easy jobs, rates are good for such short amounts of time, and they bring in customers. I was thinking also learning about dent removal, but that's just getting risky due to liability reasons.

Looking at various materials here, I've seen a microfiber poor boys apron. Then I've seen that meguairs is just plain old cotton (as are most). Anyone have any desprencies with apron material? or am I just being overly zealous? :props: (never hurts to be cautious right? That's why I like...