*NEW* Mike Phillips Writes a Book on How To Use the FLEX XC3401!

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*NEW* Mike Phillips Writes a Book on How To Use the FLEX XC3401!


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In the How to use the Flex XC3401 VRG Dual Action Orbital Polisher book, Mike Phillips provides an in-depth look at the lean, mean, German-made paint correction machine known as the FLEX XC3401. Perfecting your technique with this forced-rotation, dual action polisher will enable you to achieve the highest level of paint perfection. The information in this book caters to everyone from the at-home enthusiast to the full-time pro.

Mike Phillips shares his own tips and techniques on how to achieve the highest level of paint perfection from the XC3401. From a comprehensive break-down of every pad and accessory available for this German built machine, to all the polishes and compounds that work best with it, Mike Phillips has created what can only be considered the definitive guide to the XC3401. Until this point nobody else has gone to the extent that Mike has to cover every minute detail about this lean, mean, paint correcting machine!

Modern clear coats must be handled with care. It takes the right pads, products, and techniques to achieve the perfect finish. Mike covers all of the above so you can achieve perfection with your FLEX XC3401 the first time!

Mike’s been detailing cars and teaching others how to detail cars his entire life. His passion for the craft shines through on each page thanks to his clear and concise writing style. Plus, you can access Mike and ask him any questions you have for your specific detailing projects at the AutogeekOnline.net discussion forum.

Learn how to master the most powerful dual action polisher to create a stunning, show-car finish in your garage with the How to use the Flex XC3401 VRG Dual Action Orbital Polisher book.


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How to use the Flex XC3401 VRG Dual Action Orbital Polisher Paperback Book - on sale for a limited time!



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Wow! Thanks for the nice introduction and announcement for my new book Nick...


I teach a class called, How to use the Flex 3401 in our Detailing Boot Camp Class for both production and show car detailing and until you attend one of these classes, here's the next best thing.

Below is the index showing all the topics covered in this brand new how-to book with all glossy pages and expertly laid out by our very own incredibly talented Creative Director, Yancy!



Index

Introduction

Flex 3401 Overview

What’s in the box?
• Exploded view diagram


Lubricating the Felt Ring on the Flex 3401

Unique design features, characteristics and benefits


Backing Plate Options
• The Lake Country FLEX XC3401 Changeable Backing Plate System


Buffing Pad Options


Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads

Frequently Asked Questions about the Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads


Recommended Speed Settings for the Flex 3401
• Show Car Detailing Speed Settings
• Production Detailing Work Speed Settings



6 Technique tips for using the Flex 3401


Show Car Detailing
• Multi-Step Process
• Quality compounds and polishes – the abrasive technology


The 8 normal steps to perform before buffing out a car


Overview: How to use a multi-step process
Step 1: The correction step
Step 2: The polishing step
Step 3: The sealing or protection step


Inspect your towels


RIDS - The Definition of RIDS and the story behind the term...


In-depth: How to use a multi-step process

Step 1: The correction Step
Step 2: The polishing Step
Step 3: The sealing or protection step
• Recommended waxes and sealants
• Mike’s Theory on Synergistic Chemical Compatibility
• Machine versus Hand Application
• Removing wax or sealant
• Initial wipe-off
• The final wipe
• Slow down to speed up
• Microfiber Gloves
• Final inspection
• Finished!


Production Detailing
• How to use the Flex 3401 to do a one-step process
• Making Money
• Clean, Polish & Protect
• The difference between a swirl and squirrel


How to apply one-step cleaner/waxes with the Flex 3401
• The 8 normal steps to perform before buffing out a car
• Ready to buff
• Use cleaner/waxes heavy or wet
• Forget thin coats of wax
• Wiping off cleaner/waxes


How to choose a one-step cleaner/wax
• Your goal
• The secret to successfully doing one-steps
• Cleaner/Wax Options
• Three categories of cleaner/waxes
• Category #1 - Very Light Cleaning
• Category #2 - Light Cleaning
• Category #3 - Medium Cleaning
• Recommended one-step cleaner/waxes


The 2-step production detail with the Flex 3401
• Good, Better Best
• Cherry Picking

The modified 2-step production detail with the Flex 3401


Resources


Mike Phillips VIF or Vehicle Inspection Form
 
Here's the Introduction to the book...

Introduction

One of the most common questions I get asked goes like this,

Mike if you could only have one tool, which tool would you choose?


That’s a tough question because I tend to take on wetsanding projects which really require at a minimum 2-3 tools to do it right. That said, if the above question is asked in the context of only detailing cars for money, that is taking neglected cars and removing the defects to restore a like new finish, then hands-down I would choose the Flex 3401.

At the time I’m writing this how-to book, the Flex 3401 is the most powerful dual action polisher on the market that can be used for doing both show car detailing and production detailing. This includes,
1. Mechanically decontaminating paint using tools like the Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads.

2. Correcting paint, that is removing serious below surface paint defects like swirls, scratches, water spots and oxidation.

3. Polishing paint, that means after the correction step re-polishing the paint using a less aggressive pad and product to maximize gloss and clarity.

4. Sealing paint, this means to machine apply either a carnauba wax or a synthetic paint sealant to both seal the surface and provide protection as well as create a uniform appearance.

5. Production detailing which means doing 1-step and 2-step procedures to daily drivers for maximum profits.
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The above five detailing procedures cover the entire spectrum of car detailing and the Flex 3401 with the right pads, products and techniques will excel at tackling all of these procedures and do it faster than any other tool without the risk of instilling swirls or burning through the paint.

I’ve had the good fortune of visiting the Flex plant in Steinheim, Germany and have seen their manufacturing process first hand, I even shared pictures from the trip here,

Germany Flex Plant Tour Pictures

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I can tell you from experience and from my background working in Class 9000 Cleanroom for Hewlett-Packard, that Flex tools are manufactured to the highest quality standards in the world.

What this means to you and me are these tools are pro-grade, that is they are designed to put into a grueling high production shop 6-days a week and do what they are supposed to do and that’s work for you.

If you’re looking for one tool, at least one tool to start with, that won’t let you down and can handle whatever project you throw at it… get the Flex 3401.

–Mike Phillips


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We're very excited about the launch of this new book. :dblthumb2:

For anyone that already has a FLEX XC3401 or is considering purchasing one, this book is a must.
 
I will be buying this book as soon as possible.

Mike are you reversing your ruling on buffer swirls being moslty impossible with the flex 3401?

Because you made some very artistic ones on that cover shot.

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Congratulations on another book Mike!

I look forward to getting my hands on this one as well.
 
Awesome!

I am going to be purchasing my first machine polisher soon which happens to be the Flex so this book will be perfect for my needs!


Thanks Mike!
 
congrats on the new book Mike, ill be adding this to my collection as well
 
Mike is the Stephen King of the detailing world, with the twist that his scary movies do have a great ending.... but both pump out books like crazy!

Congrats on the new book and looking forward to reading it buddy!
 
Congrats Mike! Just ordered! Most of what I know about car detailing has come from you. :urtheman:
 
You must have known I just picked up a Flex 3401. What great timing!

Congratulations and thank you for writing this book. I look forward to reading it.
 
Congrats Mike on the new book, I just ordered a copy :dblthumb2:.
 
Thank you, Mike I've been waiting for this. It'll be at the top of my next order. :xyxthumbs:
 
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