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I just picked up PA Viking Coat on the sister site. I'm going to prep with Esclate first. I have a couple of questions: (1) any recs on coating a white car? Will it be harder to see high spots? (2) I have a couple of spots on the bumper where the paint is chipped. Do I have to repair those...

I have some friends with REALLY nice cars. They see my car detailed and have either hinted or straight out asked me to detail theirs. I enjoy detailing as a hobby and would like to do some of the cars, but I wonder about a couple of things: (1) should I get a liability release form? (2) if the...

The first time I tried this combo, it was a fiasco. I didn't let the sealant cure and red wax mixed with the curing sealant..turning my car pink. After waiting two weeks, there was no color fade so I knew I had to fix it (I've made a separate post on LSP removal). Process: - 2 BW - nanoskin...

We have all read the debate about removing LSPs. Some say Dawn, others CG Citrus (full strength), others paint cleanser i.e. P21 while others say only polishing will remove LSP. I used to be in the paint cleanser and CG Citrus camps, but thanks to a "misadventure in detailing" I got to test out...

I posted this another section but appreciate any sage advice... http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/101866-e93-alpine-white-bf-wet-diamond-ove-ice-plus-nattys-red-paint-stained.html

I striped off the old LSP (PNS), wash, clayed, polished and applied the BF sealant, then the Natty's Red. I had read several good reviews about the combo. The BR spray wax was a topper and for places I couldn't wax with machine. This was my second time applying wax with machine and I put it on a...

I had previously relied on glazes to get a nice result. I didn't have the time to correct all at once. Then, two things happened: (1) I verified that I could correct in a piecemeal manor ( I corrected the car over the week, working on it at night) and (2) a member suggested I try Optimum...

So, I was using OPT Hyperpolish to correct some light paint defects (Orange and blue hybrid/hydrotech pads). I did some cleaning on the fly. I was called away before I got a chance to really clean pads so I put some pad cleaner on them, then put into a bucket with dawn. I didn't plan to let them...

I going to be doing the winter prep soon (still sunny here in The South) and am considering two different options: (1) WG trim sealant- I had a sample and really liked it, shine and durability were good Vs. (2) TW Endurashine with PNS over it. I've never used PNS, but several threads I've read...

So, I picked up a "sample" of Blackfire sealant. It's liquefied. I didn't know what the constancy should be. Any harm using it ?

I have a white M3, hard paint that is in pretty good condition: some swirls and scratches, none too deep (I apologize for not posting a pic, but can't see defects on white paint with poor lighting). I have a flex with blue and orange hybrid pads as well 7424 with cyan and tangerine pads. Which...

I got my Flex so I'm going to use the flex for smaller/tighter areas. I was looking for a 3 inch backing plate, and only found one for the GG? I could swear that I read a post about using a 3 inch plate with the 7424...was I hallucinating?

Is one better?

I just purchased a Flex. I am considering several options: (1) purchase a separate backing plate and use 5 inch pads in addition to the 6.5 inch pads. Then, 4inch pads for my 7424 (2) Use the flex only with 6.5 inch pad and use 5 inch pads for 7424. Car: 2012 Alpine White M3 Products: Menz...

I usually use a sealant with synthetic spray wax but this last detail I used Menz carnuba with sealant. I loved the look and ease of use, but noticed after this last rain that I have really bad water spots. So, I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced this carnuba waxes. I haven't noticed...

In what order would you use products i.e. wash, clay, enhancer, then glaze OR wash, clay glaze, then enhancer. There was discussion about this on my thread and would appreciate some input. My thoughts were the following: you would use the polish enhancer to decontaminate after clay, then use...

I was disappionted with my initial wash/wax...it's hard to get white to look GREAT. But, after reading some article by Mike, asking a TON of questions (thank to everyone for putting up with the dumb questions) and seeing LawrenceSA's results, I gave it another shot. Car- 2012 Alpine White M3...

I decided to use my wife's Landcruiser as my "test car"..trying different products and working on my DA technique. The paint is in good condition. A month ago, I corrected it with CG V4 (AIO)/ 7424XP with orange and white pads. I wanted to experiment with different LSPs so... Process: Wash-...

I'm thinking about getting a buddy of mine a good detail for a wedding gift. If there are any geeks in Austin or any recs, I would appreciate it.

I'm thinking about using this combo on my wife's Charcoal Grey Landcruiser but was also considering using it on my white car..less products to buy. Thoughts?