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    Essence hard to buff off

    Here's what I'm doing: MF Cutting pad powered by boss g21, primed well then proceeded with 4 pea sized drops. I did 2-3 passes per panel with moderate pressure on a brand new car. What am i doing wrong that causes it to be hard to buff off?
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    Pads for the Boss G21

    Howzit going everyone, Im about to order the g21 along with these pads: boss line, meguairs MF cutting and Finishing Disc. Are there any other pads that work well with the g21?
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    Truck Cap for mobile detailing

    Anyone uses a truck cap for mobile detailing? I'm thinking of going that route for mobile detailing. My second choice would be a trailer but don't have anywhere to leave it at my house other than the street.
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    i made a mistake...my fault

    So i bought the 6 pack 5 inch Hybrids. I didn't read the description clearly. I missed the beveled part and the rear pad being 4 inch. I got the 4-3/8 inch backing plate. Anyone know where I can get the 4 inch backing plate for the flex. I know theres the interchangeable ones but not too...
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    Buffer Trails with Flex 3401

    I worked on a black toyota xrunner featuring 3D HD Speed. I used 5 inch hybrid white. So i did 4 passes on the drivers door on speed setting 4.5 with about 5-10 lbs of pressure. I pulled out into the sun and seen maybe bout 5 buffer trails. Luckily I was able to get them out with my PC w/ LC...
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    Ways to Paint Decon Faster

    Aloha! Thank you Nanoskin and Carpro for making awesome decon products. I'm seeking ways to decon faster by combining steps (if possible or if ever done). Could I IronX Snow Soap and Nanoskin Wash Mitt simultaneously?
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    Explaining Paint Correction to Customers

    Howzit going, A customer calls you and ask, "what is paint correction?" How do you explain to them without confusing them?
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    Sticky Dashboard

    Aloha. I came across a detail this week and the dashboard was sticky with pet hair. I could not get the pet hair off and the stickiness off. I used some APC and MF Towels first. Did not work. I tried steam as well but did not go to aggressive. Any suggestions? Im not sure if the stickiness...
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    'Must Haves' for Wheel/Tire/Wheel Well detailing

    Aloha. My past two details has been one of the toughest for me, esp. the wheels and wheel wells. I got various brushes and cleaners (degreasers, APC's and Adams Deep Wheel Cleaner) that can get the job done, its just very time consuming and physically draining. I did an Audi and the wheels...
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    Headlight Restoration. Go more aggressive?

    Howzit going everyone. Please see pic below. Started with 1000g, then 3000g wet sand with PC on foam interface pad. Followed by Megs Ultimate Compound then Ultimate Polish. After that I was still left with these little specs and scratches. Do I need to go more aggressive on the grit?
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    Am I set for Interior Detailing?

    Aloha! Here's the tools/supplies I got: McCulloch Steamer with various attachments Cyclo DA brushes (white standard brush and gray fine brush) used on my PC All purpose scrub brush Assortment of brushes (boars hair style) My wife's make up brush CG APC (can't think of the name at the moment)...
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    Headlight restoration. What would you do?

    Aloha! I have a potential client for a detail plus a headlight restoration. He sent me these pics and it shows that the edges are showing UV damage. Would you restore just the edges or do the whole headlight. My plan was to wet sand starting with 1000g then follow with 3000g Compoung with...
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    Meguiars D156

    Aloha! I just ran out of Megs D156. Lasted me 4 months. I've been mainly using this as a final wipe down for my clients and for my "Maintenance" details. I love this stuff but I'm always searching for other products that I can use. Any suggestions? P.S. $49.99 for 2 gallons and a Xpress spray...
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    Detailing heavily contaminated/soiled wheels

    Aloha! I know that there are brushes safe for most finishes but would the contaminates scratch the wheels if I decide to use a dedicated wheel cleaner like Sonar Full Effect, let it dwell than brush clean? I was thinking that letting the Sonax dwell than pressure rinse off majority of the...
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    Undercarriage Detailing for lifted trucks

    Aloha! Is undercarriage detailing automatically included in your prices or is it an additional service that you up sell?
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    Extractors too expensive. Will this work?

    Aloha! Will this work for auto interior detailing alongside a steamer? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002KCMH6Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1441219470&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=bissell+proheat&dpPl=1&dpID=41lbdkUnSOL&ref=plSrch
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    Etched Water Spots on Paint

    Aloha! I have etched in water spots on my rear quarter panel and rear passenger door, passenger side. I tried compounding first but that didn't remove it so I want to try wet sanding it out. I got Meguiars 1000 and 3000 grit 3in sanding disc. I also got the 3in foam interface to go on my...
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    Menzerna 3in1 vs. HD Speed

    Aloha! I'm looking to add a AIO to my arsenal and narrowed it down to Menzerna 3in1 or HD Speed. Whats your take? Flex 3401 will be used. Thanks.
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    Need honest feedback, harsh or nice, on my Detailing Packages

    Aloha! I constructed my packages and need your feedback before it goes on my website. Here was my criteria for when I was creating these packages: - constructed so that I can complete within (2-8 hours) with the exception of my Lustrous Signature Detail. - products used that are easy to...
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    Meguiar's Unigrit Foam Finishing Disc

    Aloha! How many applications can I use these disc for before I toss them? I got the 3 inch 1000 and 3000 grit. Mostly will be used on my porter cable for headlight restoration. Thanks in advance!
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