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Hello Mike, I am going to be preparing a 1950 Merc for a car show and I imagine I will have to do some light paint correction. I have never buffed a single stage painted car and would like your suggestions and tips on how to approach it. Perhaps you have an article on single stage paint...

Anyone used Norwex towels for glass?

What do they do and when do you use them? Also, is there a glaze you recommend? Thanks

Hey all, I work for a car dealer and we often find ourselves having to wash vehicles that really only need a quick detailer or a little more. I am wondering what you think the best waterless wash is? Thank you

Which do you use and which one WOULD you use, if money were no object? Thanks

I have just been diluting Super Clean to clean areas but I wanted to try some other stuff. What do you think is the best all purpose cleaner? Thanks

When I clean auto carpet I like to remove the plastic covers and moldings so I can get ALL the carpet clean. I hate that area next to the hood release and piece you step on getting in and out of the vehicle. I think it looks bad if all the carpet is cleaned except a little line next to the...

If you only had one Tornador and could only choose one liquid in it, what would it be? I pretty much just have water in mine. That way I have a broader range of places to use it. I blast out interior crevices and also use it on the exterior badges and other surfaces. How about you?

I have a Flex 3401 DA and want to buy a backing plate so I can use smaller pads. Anyone using the changeable backing system by Lake County? Can you tell me if it is worth getting? Thanks

Hey Mike, I was wondering how to interpret my pad while buffing. Like if there is build up of product in a certain area, what does it mean? Or if it looks worn in one spot, and if it turns black from maybe rubbing on some trim or something, is it okay to keep buffing. Anything you can offer...

I like using it on the instrument panel. It makes it look invisible. I also use it on plastic wood grain too.

What do you like to use on the dashboard and door panels? I have used all sorts of products but have usually been buying Lexol Vinylex and Poorboy's World Natural Look Dressing. Wolfgang is good and so is Pinnacle. I like a matte finish and the Vinylex is a bit shiny/greasy. I am willing...

Are Wash and Wax products a sales gimmick or backed by real science? If wax creates surface tension on the surface of the vehicle than how is the water and soap supposed to do its job? I have not spoken to any chemists on this but it just seems that the wax and wash would be working against...

I have a swirl finder light. What other tools do you recommend for inspecting the condition of the paint? Thank you! Mitchell

Hey all, I am looking for a powerful wall mount vac that I would need to have extra hose for. I want a lot of suction power and air flow. Anyone have any suggestions or tips? Thanks.

Hello Mike, a customer has a 65 Impala wagon (white) that has a couple drops (large) of what looks like paint on the surface of the hood. I don't know what kind of paint it is. I suspect it might be some sort of house paint that got spilled in the garage or something but not sure. What can I...

Hey all, any of you professional detailers use paper floor mats? I was thinking of buying some but want to make sure they are decent. We have some cheap ones at work but they are too flimsy and want to curl up instead of stay flat on the floor. I was thinking of having my name and logo on...

Assuming you have the best product and the best pad, which is doing most of the work while polishing? Is the pad most important and the product is mainly for lubrication? I thought the product was what mostly did the work but the more I read forums and watch videos it seems the pads may be...

I read somewhere that it is good to wipe off residue with a 50/50 alcohol-water mixture to remove anything hiding in small scratches. Do you agree and does this apply to ALL buffing products? Also, what type of alcohol is it? Rubbing alcohol? Thanks, Mitchell

Hello, I need a new extension cord and would like your input. I plan to run my Mytee HP60 off it as well as a Flex polisher. I want to make sure to choose the right amp and volt, etc. Thanks.