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  1. TuxedoTaurus

    Need a wash

    Anyone know of a good place around Richmond VA to get quality wash? I am traveling and need a good TBM wash. Any help appreciated.
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    Meguiar's Ultimate Wash & Wax Anywhere

    I have never done a Waterless wash. I was always skeptical of the safety of the paint with them. Well last weekend I took a short trip to visit family and got home around 9pm. The trip was 4 hours each way, so needless to say I was a little wore out. The car was plastered with bugs and there was...
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    2014 Camaro SS

    The owner contacted me about his baby that has been in the parking lot of the apartment complex for a year. The car only had 2,718 miles on it. When I inspected it it had some minor swirls, a couple rids, and heavy water spots. I asked about his care procedure for it. He advised it has only seen...
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    14 Camaro Engine Detail Help

    A guy in my apartment complex stopped me while dressing my tires, and asked me to detail his 14 Camaro. It has 2500 miles on it and in great shape, just very minor swirls. Anyway, he wants the engine compartment detailed. Is there anything out of the norm to cover up, besides the alternator and...
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    New Tires and Dressing

    So just put new tires on the Taurus, Goodyear Assurance Comfortread. I cleaned them with 3 applications of mothers tire renew and a final water rinse. I then applied 3 applications of Opti-bond. I expected the first application to absorb in the tire. After the third app the tires are still...
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    Started as a simple wash and turned to much more

    My sister has a 2014 Acura TSX, black I might add. This car has some nice body lines. She knows not to run the car through soft touch car washes, so she doesn't wash it. So she asked me to wash it before The wife and I headed back to Tennessee. I brought with me a majority of my arsenal but left...
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    The Geek Got Me Again!

    So I have the day off today and was AGO. So I clicked on the store link to check an order status. What do I see $6.95 flat rate shipping. I figured good time to pick up some more ONR. While getting ready to check out there was a knock at the door. To my surprise my package arrived. I open it up...
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    Looking for an Impact Resistant Glass Coating

    So thanks to a lot of highway travel my windshield is pited and a mess. Thanks to the never ending road work around Chicago and truck throwing debris on I90 in Octeber I have a nice growing crack from the defrosters in these lovely temps. When I get the windshield replaced (hopefully can wait...
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    Order History and My Year in Review

    So I placed my final order for 2014 thanks to http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/discounts-specials-members-only/87948-new-year-sale-just-got-better-25-off-free-shipping-no-minimum.html. This was nice since I had to have restraint during Black Friday due to Christmas shopping. Reviewing my...
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    "Clean" Soap Help

    My car has a 2 month old coat of DG105. I currently use DG902 for the weekly/bi-weekly washes and use 25/75 mix of AW/FCS as a drying aid. Once a month I will wash with the car with Carpro IronX Snow Soap(IXSS). I pre-saok with a 32oz bottle of IXSS 1:8, then 2bm wash with 3oz of IXSS in 5 gal...
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    Duragloss #951/952 Aquawax: I have been converted

    For Quick Detailers (QD) and Quick/Spray Waxes (QW) I usually but over the counter products (ie. Meguiars and Mothers). I have for a long time been using Meguiars Ultimate QD and Ultimate QW. They both have always left pleasing results. I can count on one hand the times I have had streaking...
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    Metallic Black paint and your go to wax/sealant?

    So what is your go to wax/sealant for metallic black paint? I am currently using M21/26 combo. I deconed(iron x/scrub sponge) Comp(105) Polished(205), achieved 95% correction (some RIDS). Just doesn't seem have the gloss or depth in full sun. It looks great under lights or out of direct...
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    HELP: How to remove Tire Coating

    So my tires have a few coats of the TW tire coat (can stuff). Is there a way to remove this stuff with out damaging the tire using a wire brush as I have seen recommended? The last coat was applied over a year ago, and the car has sat for almost all that time.
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    How do you guys do it? Hats off the the Career Guys

    Props to you guys that do this day in and day out! The last three days have been none stop doing show finishes on a Harley Fatboy and Harley Electra (had 2k sand marks) and today did a one step, engine, and interior on my sisters Acur TSX. I am beat and still have my Fathers Edge one step and...
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    Menzerna Sealing Wax????

    Ha any one used Menzerna Sealing Wax APO 60, menzerna apo 60, Menzerna wax, if so what are your thoughts? How does it compare to other AIO's Not too concerned with longevity as I would top with another dedicated wax. I have not seen any reviews, and only a couple threads. Really no info on...
  16. TuxedoTaurus

    Thoughts: IronX Snow Soap Over Traditional IronX?

    I may be over thinking too much. As the excitement builds for me to get my baby, I was thinking of applying IronX on the car then going over with the Snow Soap with foam cannon neat. Anyone ever done this? or Is this overkill? The car has been sitting out side for 13...
  17. TuxedoTaurus

    Delta Spray Bottles

    I am in need of 7 spray bottles, and not looking to spend $$$$. I found some 4 packs of Delta wide mouth spray bottles for $8 ea locally. Has anyone used these? Will they work with Megs Hyper Dress, APC, and ONR? Do they clog or fail after a couple uses? Feed back please Thanks
  18. TuxedoTaurus

    To Extension #509

    I did not catch the name of the gentleman at ext.#509 who just assisted me, but just wanted to thank him for the help. I placed an order the evening of July 4th, and in that order I purchased the Menz Sealing Wax APO 60 that was under BOGO. I received my order yesterday and the there was only...
  19. TuxedoTaurus

    Flex Vs Makita

    I see a lot of recommendations for the Flex XC 3401 VRG, and praise the benefits of the forced rotation. After looking at this: Makita Bo6040 Polisher Would this not be a better option as it could go from free spin to force rotation? Is their any problems with this machine? Just from looking...
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    Most Under Rated Product?

    What product do you think deserves more attention around here or gets no love that performs amazingly? Also, please tell why you love the product.
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