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Hello geeks....this problem is seriously starting to bother me and making me give up on detailing. Dressing tires is my favorite part of the detailing process but it never works out for me! I've tried different tire cleaning brushes, APC'S, degreasers, applicators and dressings but I notice that...

Hey guys, I have some questions as to how you guys handle the following when you have customers over at your shop or garage: What do you have them do as they wait for you to be done? What if they get bored? Do they just drop off their vehicle? Is there such thing as a loaner vehicle...

Hi guys, today I tried the paintbrush technique with Opti-Bond and a 1 1/2 inch brush and it did not go as well as I expected. How do you guys apply it? Do I need a bigger brush? A better dressing? The dressing started streaking and it seemed like I was not putting enough it didn't spread as...

Sorry if this is a dumb or obvious question but can they get oxidized from the inside? Is this the reason why they don't get 99.9% clear after restoring them? Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

I'm curious as to how mobile detailers get shade if a customer doesn't have a shaded area? Any ideas or suggestions? Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

Hi all, I was claying a 2012 xterra and as I was claying, clay pieces seem to stick to my hand. I was using chemical guys luber but I doubt that was the issue. It also started to deteriorate. So I just threw it away once I was done because it was uncomfortable to work with. Anyone know why this...

By IPA you guys mean isopropyl right? The alcohol you would use for first aid emergencies? I have rubbing alcohol that is 70% isopropyl. If that's okay, what can the dilution ration be? Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

I really like the gloss that Opti Bond leaves but I don't know why its streaking on these tires! The tires are pretty clean it just doesn't want to bond. Anyone had this happen? Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

Hello peeps, I have a couple of questions regarding drying. Your opinion is important and I would like to know of any recommendations. So! To begin with, Do you prefer a regular damp MF towel over a waffle weave? Because I feel like it dries a little better Second, is it just me or does a...

Hi fellow geekers, It was my first time trying out meguiars 105 on a 2002 Chevy suburban yesterday. I tried it on a yellow hex-logic pad from CG. I did a 2x2 section and it seemed that I got hazing and micro marring on the paint I got like buffer trials, similar to what you get with a rotary...

Hi fellow autogeekers! I just bought a bottle of optimum option bond and I find it hard to dispense some product into an applicator pad. I just wanted to ask if anyone has a remedy or idea to replace the bottle cap. I would rather replace the cap than transferring it to another bottle. So any...

Hello autogeeks, I'm curious on how to clean car carpets by hand because I unfortunately do not have a steamer or extractor and i have a few questions: 1. What products do you use to achieve this job? 2. Is it okay to rinse the carpet with water and wait for it to dry? 3. Any tips or tricks...

Is it safe or okay to apply a coat of wax or sealant to your windows so it could act as a water repellant? Sorry for the silly question but I'm just curious and looking for alternatives! Thanks. Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

Hello fellow Auto Geeks! I had a question about washing cars on grass because the only shade available at my house is the lawn where there is a tree that provides shade. Some people say that parking a car there and washing it harms the grass and some people say it doesn't. I use safe...

Hello everyone, I know that there are a lot of waterless wash products out there and I was wondering if you could dilute any products out there to make a quick detailer. Or any recommendable products you guys like? Thanks Sent from my Nexus 4 using AG Online

I love to use spray waxes and i was wondering if its okay if i use a spray wax to dry a vehicle along with a damp microfiber. So recommendable or non-recommendable? Thanks.Im the MAN

Hi y'all, just wanted to ask a few questions about websites and for the people that own them: 1. How much do you pay a year to own one? 2. Is it a good way to advertise your business? 3. What is a good recommendable free website to provide services? thanks in advance!!

Hello everyone, i love washing cars and i have a little part time business going on. I'm not a proffesional detailer because i am just a teenager trying to get happy customers and get them to "Drive Clean". I have already washed several people's cars and i need a little feedback!! So how can i...

Hi everyone! sorry for the lame question, but i was wondering which foam applicator pad would be recommendable to use for a tire gel? because i recently used two different ones but they seemed to soak up the gel and it barely got on the tire!Feed back please Eagle One Zwipes (first one) Auto...

I was just wondering if it is okay to use a degreaser on any type of wheel. What do y'all think? Is it too acidic? Does it damage your wheel?Feed back please