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    Experienced detailer in Los Angeles county wanted

    Primary (very important) task would be to fix scratches and paint transfer on rear bumper of Volvo S70 after it has been lightly "tapped". So you are looking at approximately wash, clay, potentially some wet sanding, and polishing of affected area. Goal is to minimize, if not completely...
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    Indigo Towels

    Forgive me what might seem silly question but I have been MIA for a while, so ... I had bunch of old Indigo towels that were perfect fit for certain tasks I do. I wanted to get more but I don't see any. What happened?
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    Which automotive forums you are member of / are out there?

    We all know various detailing forums we visit and we all know few forums we visit related to our own cars, but whenever we need info outside our own realm we might be struggling to find good and/or local sources of info and enthusiasts. For example, I own Supra and MR2 and I know where to...
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    System One X3: Incredible ability to work on hot paint under sun

    I knew that System One X3 works great under sun as I often use it because of that ability, I rent so I don't have garage to work in nor much of a shade, and I live in Southern California. But I never knew it's full potential until I saw video below. Guy is detailing black car whose paint's...
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    Anybody knows San Diego area? Help needed

    My friend from East Coast is thinking of taking vacation with his family (wife and kids) to San Diego. He would love to take the kids to the San Diego zoo. He needs help with where is a good area to stay. Are there any little "resort" areas (not fancy/posh, but just quaint coastal towns...
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    WTB: SoftVib side handle for Flex XC 3401 VRG

    If you have SoftVib side handle that comes with Flex XC 3401 VRG and you are not interested in it and would not mind selling it please let me know as I would be interested in buying it because my Flex did not come with it and I would like to try that handle. (Mods: I hope my post is kosher as...
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    New Meguiar's Polishing Pads - Will AG carry them?

    As the title says.
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    System One - Impartial and Unbiased Review

    I am posting link to review done by impartial unbiased party on one of forums AG sponsors in a hope it will help all members interested in cutting through the FUD spreading and getting to the bottom line of how good System One really is and what it can do for beginner: System One... Update.. -...
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    Leather care products recommandation needed

    Buddy of mine is looking for some good leather care products with nice/non-intrusive scents as he was not happy that last one he used smelled like "leather coat" (in his words). Problem is I can not help him with that, nor any other scent related questions as I have lost sense of smell as a...
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    New toys are on the way ...

    I finally purchased infrared thermometer today! Next on the list is Sun Gun or Infratech! :buffing:
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    I must be restless so your suggestions are asked for

    I don't know was it because I caught that same bug Ray in Kingwood is having or what but as of today I am obsessed with thinking that I want to paint all of my detailing power tools, starting with Flex onward (and there is quite a number of them) into same color/theme that will make them stand...
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    Flex Nation, pull your hands together ...

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    Flex XC 3401 VRG is coming

    Ordered it earlier today. Should be here in a week or so. 'nuff said.
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    Found great way to clean CCS pockets from polish residue

    One thing I hate about cleaning CCS pads is polish residue that cakes on at the bottom of the pockets. Agitating it by hand doesn't help much. Some use small brushes but that is too slow for me (I am slow, what can I do). Well, yesterday I had an idea. We use mf to wipe off polish residue. I...
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    Festool RO 150 FEQ users beware, backing plate flew off for two owners

    Approximately week ago Festool RO 150 FEQ owner on Autopia posted that his backing plate flew off during work (I will not be posting link in order not to risk breaking rules, but you can find his thread if you search for Festool). At that point in time I could not see how that can happen...
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    PC vs. UDM vs. Festool: Vibration comparision results are in

    I have had a chance to compare vibrations of PC, UDM, and Festool RO 150 FEQ this weekend. PC was brand new 7336SP (6" counterweight) with 5" backing plate and 5" CCS pad. UDM was, to keep apples to apples, with "same" backing plate and pad. Rotex was with their supersoft 6" backing plate and...
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    Comparo: UDM vs. PC vs. ... , Part I

    By ZoranC: As link was not permitted I have removed content of post copied from there until I have a chance to post new one on AGO.
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    Meguiar's MF mitt vs. Vroom Micro-Chenille Mitt?

    I have in front of me one of each. I haven't used either one yet but for some reason Vroom one seems much softer to me. Did anybody use both and what is your experience with them, one vs. other, pros and cons?
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