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Hello guys, So, I've got a 2007 Cadillac DTS, black factory paint that is experiencing what I would call moderate to severe oxidation. I am looking for recommendations for products that could effectively restore the finish (if at all possible). I did notice that Meguiars offers an oxidation...

Hello... Are there any ceramic coatings that have a nice SLICK finish when cured...and that are relatively easy to apply?

Hello guys, Hoping to get some advice here... I have become so frustrated with my oxidation that continues to return. What am I doing wrong? The vehicle is a 2007 Cadillac DTS in black and has what I would call "moderate" oxidation. Through compounding/polishing I can actually get rid of the...

While ceramic coatings do enhance the appearance of the paint surface and certainly offer much improved protection over conventional waxes or sealants, in my experience, they seem to offer relatively little in the way of scratch resistance. I do understand the "Pencil Hardness" scale and how...

Got a car in for paint correction. As a rule, I always measure the paint thickness on a panel (in several places) before I begin any correction work. In this case the paint measures 2.7 mils in a few different spots. So, how thin can the paint be before the risk of burning or abrading through is...

I realize this is somewhat subjective, but is there a general consensus on what is the best, most effective compound and pad combination for paint correction using a 15 or 21mm DA?

Anyone using anti-vibration gloves when compounding or paint correcting with a DA? Are they useful? Any particular ones recommended? Thanks!

What, are your thoughts on use of "Personal Protective Equipment" (PPE)? At least glasses, earplugs, when machine polishing, and perhaps hand protection. Do you guys use it? Do you require your employees to use it? Are there any particular types or brands that you prefer. I'm sure some have...

Anyone here using Megs M105 and or M205 for light to moderate headlight restoration?

Anyone have any hands-on experience with this? Much like the Makita PO500C, it is advertised as a "dual mode" machine (free spin & forced rotation) I did notice that it is not available here at Autogeek anymore. Wonder why.. I was initially interested in the PO5000C until forum members advised...

When determining what to charge for a certain exterior detail service, lets say for this example a full size sedan (Chevy Impala), and the service is a wash, claybar, polishing of moderate defects and application of an LSP. One would assume that the biggest component of your pricing structure...

So, Blackfire has formally introduced their Car Dryer. Looks interesting! Blackfire, could you please list some specific performance specs with regard to cubic feet per minute (CFM) as well as air speed in MPH? The 6HP. motor sounds impressive, but the volume and speed of air movement are...

Anyone know for a fact, what the melting point of Carnuba is when used in a typical automotive wax? For those of us residing in the desert southwest where summertime temperatures can reach 115F, this is of particular interest. It is not uncommon for the surface of a black a car, parked in...

Sent a message to them a couple days ago and have not received any response.

Do any of you professional detailers up-charge, or charge a different rate for work done on an "exotic" car like a Lambo, Ferrari, or perhaps a "showcar"? There are certainly detailers that exclusively cater to this market I'm sure. But, I'm asking about the detailer who mostly does daily...

Sorry for asking such a vague question. I'm sure I could spend hours researching and form my own opinion. Just trying to see if a consensus already exists on which products currently offer the best value as technology is constantly advancing. The 4 criteria I am most interested at this point...

in your opinion, on a black car that has been well polished, is there any worthwhile benefit to applying a product like Poorboys Black Hole (or similar "glaze" product) prior to laying down a high quality carnuba based wax? I understand that generally there are 2 main reasons to apply glaze...

What are some methods I should try to remove some light/moderate scratches from a firm rubber window seal?

Generally speaking, is 30 days adequate time before applying any kind of wax or sealant to a freshly painted surface? While it is always a good idea to hear it directly from the person who painted the car, that isn't always practical. Also, how about polishing? Obviously an abrasive process...

Was just looking at Scott's review (in the product review forum) of the Hyet (chinese) 21mm Long Throw Polisher. It was rather interesting. Although the unit is Chinese, it actually seems pretty good. Anyone else here have any experience with this polisher. I'm not normally a fan of Chinese...