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    Removing Opti-Coat 2.0 & Minor Swirls

    Back in 2014, I polished out my wife's 2014 black Nissan Rogue and applied Opti-Coat 2.0. It has performed well, but I'm ready to do a full detail and apply a new coating. I'd like to avoid a two-step polish; any suggestions on a one step product that can remove what is left of the coating as...
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    Opti Coat 2.0 & DLUX

    Last spring I installed opti coat 2.0 on the textured plastic trim on two of my vehicles. This spring I'd like to give dlux a whirl; has anyone transitioned from opticoat to dlux? Do I need to do any special prep?
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    What would you do?

    Got a scratch/ding in the paint on my bumper. The body shop said short of a respray, my best bet would be to hit it with a tiny bit of touch up paint and learn to live with it. I don't want to do a respray, but I am wondering what--if anything--could be done to improve the appearance?
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    Opti Eraser Fine Grade

    Hello Geeks: I have Opti-Coat 2.0 installed on my GLI. I'm doing winter prep and I am wondering if I can hit it with a fine grade opti eraser prior to poli-seal. Thoughts?
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    Wheel Refinishing

    Hello Fellow Detailing Enthusiasts: I need to send one of the rims on my 2014 GLI out to be repaired; there is a small curb rash on one of them. I'll likely wait until I throw my winter rims on, but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on where to send it. I am in Chicago, but if...
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    Any Chicago Area Detailers

    Hello Auto Enthusiast Friends: I just picked up a black 2014 VW GLI. Since the weather in Chicago is terrible right now and I don't have a heated garage, I can't do a wash on my own. Anyone have a business or shop that can promise me a swirl free wash? You may gain a customer for all of the...
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    Opti Coat 2.0 on Plastic

    Just picked up a black on black 2014 GLI and I am going to coat it this weekend. This will be the first time I have used a coating; I noticed the directions say it can be used on plastic trim. Is this accurate? Is this for textured plastic trim?
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    Oops

    Accidentally ran my ultimate guzzler through the wash with some cloths and the load had fabric softener in it. Is the guzzler trash or will it be alright after I wash it by itself with some pinnacle micro rejuvenator?
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    Wheel/ Tire Cleaner

    I'm typically a DP gel guy but I'm out and need something OTC to tide me over till my next order. I'm looking for something gentle that can be used on clear coated wheels, tires, and in the wells. Any suggestions? Anyone have experience with this Duragloss offering? Duragloss All Wheel...
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    How do you clean your LCD Monitor?

    Not really sure what the best method is... thought I'd ask here since most are very detail oriented!
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    Winter Protection

    Hey guys, I'm going to send in an order for a few things to detail my 06 Explorer for the winter months. Currently I'm using WGDG topped with Souveran, but that's not going to cut it through the harsh Chicago winter. I'm thinking about going with the Klasse twins, topped with a carnuaba...
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    Ink on interior plastic

    I valeted my new Explorer at my sis's wedding this weekend and the driver dragged his pen across the center console and door panel in two small places leaving a couple of blue pen marks on my tan interior. I didn't notice until I was on my way home this morning. I've tried a few methods to...
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    Can't Decide

    Can't decide between Poorboy's SSR line or Pinnacle XMT. I've got minor dealer installed swirls on a new 2006 Explorer. Planning to use my PC 7424. Does the Poorboy's line use diminishing abrasives? Thanks! All opinions appreciated!
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