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So... 6 months later - How do you "Start over" ? - Zetetic 2008-12-02 15:31:51 (1 view)
Any suggestions for ext glass polish to remove stubborn residue? DD sell anything not on website? - NYImola 2008-12-02 07:08:45 (14 views) 1Z Glas Polish works pretty well. Might try bon-ami or barkeepers friend+scrubber pad. - schnellmb 2008-12-02 12:16:08 (7 views)
Tech/Tek Wax applied whilst car wet? - McBadger 2008-12-01 10:05:19 (20 views)
So what's the deal with "Gel Coat Labs"? . . . Proper Auto Care ? 'splain to me . . . - Jeff Vader - boscoj 2008-11-29 19:53:13 (108 views) looks like they're trying to get another market. - schnellmb 2008-12-01 15:16:33 (2 views) Proper BOAT Care... what's your question? it's for cleaning boats... - heateris 2008-11-30 20:36:21 (8 views) I guess I feel the name of the product is a bit misleading . . . looking - Jeff Vader - boscoj 2008-12-01 16:48:43 (15 views) Misleading, how so? Aren't many fiberglass boats constructed such that the outer layer is gelcoat? - muzzy996 2008-12-01 22:27:21 (5 views) Why are they carrying it? For pro detailers who also detail boats I suppose. - muzzy996 2008-11-30 11:51:21 (6 views)
How to remove clothing dye from beige leatherette seat? - tubi 2008-11-29 18:41:52 (22 views)
Another detail this weekend...'02 B6 A4 3.0 6M. Looks like new again! - GDawgA4 2008-11-29 16:10:55 (132 views) Where in VT? - Catamount90 2008-12-02 07:38:23 (2 views) Looking good. How are the temps up there right now? - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-29 18:06:08 (8 views) Temps are in the 30s. The previous 2 cars were low 30s but detailed inside a - GDawgA4 2008-11-29 18:11:21 (21 views) Nice. I did a Porsche a couple weekends ago in ~40* temps outside. That's just about my limit... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-29 18:25:24 (13 views) yeah, 40 outside is about my limit as well. Anything lower gotta go into a garage. - GDawgA4 2008-11-29 18:27:36 (13 views)
anyone else switch from suck to blow for interior cleaning? - meem 2008-11-29 02:54:18 (86 views) OM Gosh! - NYImola 2008-12-02 07:13:43 (12 views) i use both, blow then suck. - heateris 2008-11-30 20:37:16 (4 views) Exactly what are you using to introduce a 240mph air stream? - roadyTT 2008-11-29 17:50:35 (18 views) electric blower - meem 2008-11-29 17:51:43 (9 views) <lol>..did you use a radar gun to clock that air speed? What about a compressor for air? - bac2h 2008-11-30 05:46:39 (8 views) i'm just a sucker for the printing on the side of the package -- says 240 :-) - meem 2008-11-30 12:15:33 (8 views) A compressor would absolutely risk oil spray... - roadyTT 2008-11-30 06:15:30 (18 views) Depends on the amount of dirt, and the car, but I've done it with good results. - UberVier 2008-11-29 15:27:18 (18 views) Never thought of that, but I will try it and let you know how it goes... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-29 09:47:13 (6 views) once again...if this were AWOT, we'd be all over this one :) - merlin3008 2008-11-29 06:31:05 (12 views)
Help: Menzerna One-step Acrylic Jacket or Klasse All-in-One? - A4_Jax 2008-11-28 05:48:13 (47 views) Werkstat Prime Strong--Like KAIO on steroids - wfedwar 2008-12-01 22:28:44 (20 views) Have you applied this with a PC or other machine? - RKA 2008-12-02 08:23:40 (2 views) i've never used FMJ, but i really like AIO. super easy to use with great results. - heateris 2008-11-28 19:50:06 (19 views) FMJ applied with the PC (black pad) is the only way to go... - roadyTT 2008-11-28 07:01:29 (43 views) 2nd. An A-I-O alone won't provide very long-lasting protection. If you want the slight cleaning - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-28 09:29:26 (39 views) Agree, KAIO is a great base for other LSP's. Looks great with a couple of coats of UPGP. - muzzy996 2008-11-29 11:06:47 (5 views)
25% off at Detailer's Domain/Happy Holidays! - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-27 20:51:46 (80 views) Have the PC but nothing else... Can you recommend a good starter kit? - Catamount90 2008-11-28 11:18:36 (35 views) Re: Have the PC but nothing else... Can you recommend a good starter kit? - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-28 13:56:07 (55 views) Discount doesn't apply to kits? - 353S 2008-11-28 11:07:55 (12 views) Kits are included just not hardware itself. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-28 13:54:26 (12 views) that's funny... I tried a kit and it didn't give me a discount... no hardware in the kit either! - 353S 2008-11-28 16:15:31 (11 views) i would try it again, there have been quite a few orders put in wtih the kit and the discount works - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-28 17:28:25 (11 views)
Paging Meem - roadyTT 2008-11-26 19:21:41 (72 views) cool toy :-) - meem 2008-11-27 02:50:03 (11 views)
to rotary...or not to rotary. that is the question - merlin3008 2008-11-26 08:15:01 (49 views) The flex will be enough, but you'll have no trouble working with the rotary either. - RKA 2008-11-26 14:04:38 (20 views) I went to the Makita rotary 2 years ago and have never looked back - NO comparison to PC - doctordave 2008-11-26 13:49:47 (21 views) 2nd...love the Makita...time savings like crazy - roadyTT 2008-11-27 18:18:02 (11 views) I would like to talk to you more about the transition to rotary from the PC.. - bac2h 2008-11-26 15:44:13 (22 views) Has anyone tried the FLEX rotary??? - bac2h 2008-11-26 10:06:47 (18 views) I love my FLEX 3401. I'm sure someday I will get a rotary, but for now the FLEX is more than enough. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-26 08:16:15 (22 views) agree. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-26 09:41:10 (9 views) 3rd. - GDawgA4 2008-11-27 06:40:20 (4 views)
TG Hamster is one of you .... - Chalfont 2008-11-25 01:22:21 (48 views)
Vinylex still the best No-Gloss protector - Desmojuice(kam1996) 2008-11-24 15:12:11 (48 views) ugh Ditch the vinylex. If you're used to it, it's not going to produce a higher shine with - RKA 2008-11-25 04:49:49 (52 views) 1Z Plastik-Reiniger (Plastic Cleaner) should do the trick. It's tough stuff. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-25 04:51:25 (38 views) wear gloves, that stuff can take your skin off. - schnellmb 2008-11-25 13:31:04 (7 views) :) - RKA 2008-11-25 07:29:15 (5 views) 1Z/Einzett Cockpit Premium <3. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-24 16:05:05 (21 views) No-gloss? I cant stand shine of any kind and Vinylex has no gloss whatsoever - Desmojuice(kam1996) 2008-11-24 18:02:42 (9 views) None at all. I'm sure others will vouch. It's the only protectant I use on interior panels. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-24 18:07:36 (13 views) sweet thanks - Desmojuice(kam1996) 2008-11-24 18:33:43 (8 views) No problem. Feel free to ask me about anything else as well. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-24 19:21:55 (10 views)
Anyone interested in smaller backing plates for the FLEX 3401 VRG, please post here: - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-24 09:22:48 (72 views) I don't know how I missed this. Sent an email out this AM. Thanks. - brianja 2008-11-26 06:08:10 (7 views) NP Brian. I posted my pics from the rally in your thread on DB as well... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-26 08:15:24 (7 views) Sounds good. They need to get more traffic going on some of those OT boards there. - brianja 2008-11-26 08:46:44 (7 views)
Any Detailers in the Boston Area? - JPAmerica 2008-11-24 07:10:47 (31 views) I think this guy... - RKA 2008-11-25 04:50:36 (30 views) Haha, yep, that's me. Unfortunately, I'm all booked and Josh needs a detail - GDawgA4 2008-11-25 05:37:36 (22 views)
'05 D3 A8 detailed. Lots of pics...but be warned, the before pics aren't pretty! - GDawgA4 2008-11-23 18:04:42 (254 views) nice work. i'd be afraid to touch that car without a paint depth gauge - meem 2008-11-25 13:19:29 (34 views) Thanks Meem. I know what you mean. Saving up for a paint depth meter :) - GDawgA4 2008-11-25 15:14:45 (30 views) It looks like the paint got compounded and then they called it quits after that! Awful! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-25 12:59:45 (12 views) Yeah, just never thought someone could "detail" a car like that and return it to the owner. - GDawgA4 2008-11-25 15:15:38 (14 views) Nice work! Previous detailer must have used a Brillo pad. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-24 16:09:05 (10 views) Thanks! That was the first thought when I saw the car...sandpaper or a Brillo pad. - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 16:14:33 (11 views) Not to be a ball buster but were the wheel wells/fender liners cleaned? - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-25 08:53:44 (10 views) Nice job! Curious...what "detailer" did they give that car to prior? - RKA 2008-11-24 07:40:21 (30 views) Thanks! Not sure who did it before but I couldn't believe that it was called a detail. - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 07:45:09 (12 views) Well Done! Judging by the before pics, I would say that the car saw many commercial car washes. - WECoyote-SuperGenius 2008-11-24 06:50:24 (13 views) Thanks! - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 07:46:38 (32 views) Then that's just nasty! - WECoyote-SuperGenius 2008-11-24 08:36:41 (15 views) Yep. So far, the worse paint condition I've worked on. - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 08:39:30 (11 views) Yikes! B4 pics painful, after pics :+D and looks terrific. - bpp 2008-11-24 02:03:23 (13 views) Thanks! - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 05:57:12 (10 views) wow great job! The before's are nasty... - The DJP 2008-11-24 01:29:53 (14 views) Thanks! Yeah, the paint was in horrible shape. - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 05:56:41 (15 views)
The ultimate Flex XC3401 Kit for the ultimate sale price - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-23 07:15:33 (185 views)
Any deals on a Porter Cable 7424? - clangjr 2008-11-23 06:19:58 (31 views) yes there are a few kits on our site that you can take a look at. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-23 07:14:45 (42 views) Re: yes there are a few kits on our site that you can take a look at. - clangjr 2008-11-23 11:38:15 (32 views) did you watch the video on the flex description - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-23 12:42:27 (34 views) 2nd. Recently switched from my PC to the Flex. MUCH better in terms of paint correction - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 08:26:54 (25 views)
Spent Saturday detailing a FX35 and G35...I love my Flex tool! - GDawgA4 2008-11-23 04:28:51 (233 views) Gregg, next time we can use my camera. - [not Steve] Trac 2008-11-26 06:57:15 (14 views) Haha, sure! I'm still learning how to use my D40. - GDawgA4 2008-11-26 17:05:25 (6 views) Nice work... - roadyTT 2008-11-24 05:36:39 (32 views) Found this at my local Lowes...looks like exactly the same thing except Stanley makes it - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 12:42:27 (37 views) Beauty...you'll enjoy it. - roadyTT 2008-11-25 07:03:02 (14 views) Thanks! I will check out the heater, definitely would be helpful to get extra heat! - GDawgA4 2008-11-24 05:56:19 (10 views) nice work. must of been cold. I need to get some heaters this winter. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-23 07:25:40 (13 views)
Thanks Phil (Detailer's Domain) I received my order this past Wednesday. ............ - WECoyote-SuperGenius 2008-11-22 06:20:02 (42 views) Yeah, Phils a winner in customer help. - Bezor 2008-11-22 22:41:01 (8 views)
anyone have data on how much clear is needed for adequate UV protection? - meem 2008-11-21 18:44:17 (49 views) we used to have a red saab w/ no clearcoat - adminisTerTurbo 2008-11-27 17:30:53 (11 views) Before clearcoat, wax was all that was needed. - Bendquattro 2008-11-24 07:38:46 (22 views) before clearcoat, most red cars turned pink here :-( - meem 2008-11-24 09:39:48 (11 views)
Is Machine Buff bad for paint? How to remove bird drop residue "baked" into paint? - o'BlueTouring 2008-11-21 16:41:00 (34 views) Re: Is Machine Buff bad for paint? How to remove bird drop residue "baked" into paint? - drew88 2008-12-02 09:10:52 (2 views) If it's "baked" into the paint, it's probably etched into the clear coat... - roadyTT 2008-11-22 08:40:13 (26 views) I wonder if something as simple as Anti-Insekt would help? - Scot W 2008-11-22 04:45:15 (19 views)
My Blackberry storm arrives Monday. review to come. - Youreviltwin 2008-11-21 11:21:35 (34 views) so...Adams VRT on the back and SIP / Klasse AIO / FMJ on the front? :p - jimmyc83 2008-11-23 18:06:56 (8 views) Got my hands on one yesterday. It was pretty dissapointing. - RaveGreen 2008-11-22 15:42:22 (17 views) LOL I mean to post this in OT. Our biz rep F'd up the order and now we have to wait - Youreviltwin 2008-11-30 12:02:05 (7 views) Excellent, make sure you put a coat of wax on it! - alms_TT_ny 2008-11-21 11:27:19 (19 views) lol. I put a coat of Swissvax on an iPod yesterday (crazy). - brianja 2008-11-22 04:42:09 (9 views) I would clay bar it first. - shlike 2008-11-21 17:24:34 (6 views)
Anyone know what is being used to clean the underbody of this 911? - alms_TT_ny 2008-11-21 08:33:04 (225 views) Might be dry ice blasting. We use it to clean printing presses. - Schlampenschlepper 2008-11-22 20:15:36 (16 views) eheheh du schlampe - Youreviltwin 2008-11-30 12:03:02 (2 views) stem sta wow - Horch it 2008-11-21 18:15:04 (14 views) sulfur was used on everything then hosed off with high pressure air. no liquid. - Youreviltwin 2008-11-21 11:15:00 (22 views) waterless basically. - Youreviltwin 2008-11-21 11:12:53 (14 views) A bad computer translation say - Scot W 2008-11-21 08:55:46 (70 views) Could be soda blasting - alms_TT_ny 2008-11-21 09:07:20 (22 views)
Phil @ DD, are you gonna have a winter detail day/weekend this season? - Raistlin 2008-11-20 10:53:00 (20 views) sorry it doesn't look like it. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-21 06:03:04 (56 views) booo - Raistlin 2008-11-21 07:24:53 (14 views)
Superhydrophobics... - roadyTT 2008-11-20 10:36:06 (77 views) when?! - Youreviltwin 2008-11-21 11:20:44 (9 views) that will indeed come in extremely handy in the auto detailing industry - crespo 2008-11-20 13:53:42 (36 views)
30% off for 48 hours at Detailer's Domain - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-19 20:21:27 (145 views) OH CRAP I MISSED IT!! SOB! - Grim Reaper 2008-11-24 09:31:16 (8 views) It's ok I bet the best is yet to come... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-24 14:04:08 (7 views) Placed my order this morning, can't wait to do my winter detail. Nice deal! - SpfldS4 2008-11-20 20:06:14 (18 views) 2nd on all accounts! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-22 07:49:40 (9 views) Nice Phil! Thanks! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-20 12:44:39 (17 views) Don't mean to be thick, but does this 30% off sale apply to all products or only - SilverThing 2008-11-20 07:34:32 (36 views) Per the OP: "Only items in this catergory/link will apply." - Scot W 2008-11-20 08:18:35 (23 views) Ok, got it, thx (must've woke up w/ a brain cramp or something...) - SilverThing 2008-11-20 08:33:35 (20 views) d'oh! i jumped the gun and ordered tuesday. haha - merlin3008 2008-11-20 05:42:19 (39 views) just make sure you read the entire sale thread. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-20 05:44:20 (26 views)
I have a problem with einzett glanz... - adminisTerTurbo 2008-11-18 13:15:30 (162 views) maybe I should do a nice special on this soon. maybe a volume discount. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-21 06:05:31 (19 views) yes, please do..... - Raistlin 2008-11-21 07:25:08 (15 views) I've used it for years and have some sitting right here...I reach for the Mother's SynWax instead. - Audi Junkie 2008-11-20 21:34:27 (30 views) I haven't tried glanz but I feel the same about Souveran. - muzzy996 2008-11-19 17:30:37 (27 views) You will like Glanz a lot better to be honest... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-19 17:57:48 (29 views) Doubt that (the a lot part) but I'll try it when I can. - muzzy996 2008-11-19 22:29:52 (20 views) Add me to the list of Glanz converts - it is great stuff, even applied by hand - SilverThing 2008-11-19 11:09:27 (20 views) Do you mean by applicator, or "by hand" like high-end paste wax "by hand"? - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-19 11:14:28 (20 views) "By hand" = i.e., using an applicator and my right arm to apply (no machine) - SilverThing 2008-11-20 07:37:05 (23 views) Never know, some guys are crazy and would even put a liquid sealant on with their bare hands... - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-20 14:02:38 (19 views) yeccchhhhhhhh...not for the squeamish, I suppose... - SilverThing 2008-11-21 09:54:18 (16 views) Maybe you could start making some "ketchup packets" to hand out as samples... - roadyTT 2008-11-19 09:20:38 (20 views) That is what I use on my brilliant black A4, I love it as well. - Raistlin 2008-11-19 07:59:23 (27 views) Need to try it once I'm done with my bottle of FMJ so I can compare. - GDawgA4 2008-11-19 05:36:39 (25 views) I've used both. They are both great, however Glanz is much better on darker colored cars. The level - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-19 07:22:08 (64 views) I too enjoy using the Glanz. Great product! - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-18 15:27:42 (30 views) I share the same love for the Glanz...it sure is awesome stuff. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-18 13:41:18 (37 views)
Detailed a black P-car and a TL this past weekend. (Inside) - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-17 17:35:56 (308 views) Wow...great overhaul! - roadyTT 2008-11-19 09:21:31 (18 views) Thank you sir! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-19 11:14:45 (15 views) Nice job Dave!! - RKA 2008-11-18 08:54:34 (36 views) very nice. I've never seen a car finish that attracts as much scuffage as the 996... - UberVier 2008-11-17 19:10:09 (46 views) Thanks! Yea it's basically a dedicated track car, so I was not surprised at the before pics. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-17 19:22:28 (25 views) Nice work! - SAC-CA-GTI 2008-11-17 18:38:06 (33 views) Thanks! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-17 19:21:56 (22 views) very nice work sir. enjoying the flex? - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-17 18:31:30 (26 views) It's a dream! So much more comfortable to use, let alone, quicker and more effective. - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-17 19:21:11 (28 views)
How Do I Remove a Paperwork Image on Windshield?? - RightonRed 2008-11-17 16:45:19 (58 views) use a glass polish. i know griots carries such a thing - adminisTerTurbo 2008-11-21 12:57:54 (11 views) Same with my A3....and my '01 BMW on the windshield. For years I could read the tracking sheet in - Bezor 2008-11-18 21:14:49 (43 views)
95 Audi A6 Striping removal - 1.21Gigawatts 2008-11-16 09:56:11 (32 views)
Whats the best product to clean really caked on brake dust, and crud on my 20 yr old BMW wheels? - SFexBOY 2008-11-15 18:58:58 (33 views) P21s is not going to get it done. - IanB 2008-11-16 11:17:25 (68 views) P21S gel brake cleaner, and let it soak overnight - A6Gary 2008-11-15 21:16:37 (27 views) i've been doing a little research on that stuff...you think it will removed baked on brake dust? - SFexBOY 2008-11-15 21:38:45 (24 views) It might. - RKA 2008-11-16 04:18:01 (67 views) I will give you a ring! I'll def swing by. What time are they getting started? - SFexBOY 2008-11-16 04:57:21 (16 views) Brake Cleaner. - Audi Junkie 2008-11-15 20:47:44 (21 views)
Looks like the inside caught fire - Schumiusedtowin 2008-11-14 14:01:33 (154 views) Yeah, I'll pass. Oh, and rub that dirty rag on my instrument cluster window, that'll help. - Jester7677 2008-11-18 04:29:05 (20 views) Uh oh. Owning an E46, the console comes apart in as long as it took to blow steam everywhere - Bezor 2008-11-15 22:14:42 (50 views) indeed. i've had to replace the soft-touch plastics a couple times already - meem 2008-11-16 03:17:03 (23 views) I want my click back - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-14 14:04:24 (27 views)
Anybody use this product yet? Zyvere Nanocoatings? - Audi-Sav 2008-11-14 11:47:36 (40 views)
I hate detailing the roof of an SUV.. especially on a 7/8 seater SUV. - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-14 10:19:13 (62 views) U know, an A3 with Open Sky is a bit bitchy, betwix the plastic and glass pieces. - Bezor 2008-11-16 20:17:07 (13 views) stepstool/ladder and some quick spray wax. - heateris 2008-11-14 19:27:11 (21 views) I used one when I detail my pickup. you can get them < $20 - S4 SOM 2008-11-15 11:15:06 (99 views) seems like you could use a harness and suspend from a ceiling joist - Avantadrive_Original 2008-11-14 10:29:53 (35 views) ala Mission Impossible! Gotta get a shot of that! - RKA 2008-11-14 11:47:07 (24 views) hehe.. hmm.. maybe - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-14 13:37:21 (108 views)
Detailer's Domain PRE BLACK FRIDAY SALE - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-13 18:33:05 (196 views) phil, can you shed some light on the 106fa? - JeffAhn 2008-11-17 08:16:54 (29 views) Jeff, for a final polish, especially on darker colored Japanese paint, you want either the 106FF or - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-17 17:12:29 (32 views) Phil, very nice, Thank you. :-) - WECoyote-SuperGenius 2008-11-16 01:35:19 (18 views) no problem at all. - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-16 02:39:32 (23 views)
ARRG! i am so tired of paying money to have my car trashed. am i alone with this problem? - meem 2008-11-12 19:02:00 (264 views) So, seemingly from the posts, you had a clear-bra installed? Me? I'd rather deal with the chips - Bezor 2008-11-15 22:30:18 (44 views) Must be the installer, then. You can see my Venture Shield in these pics, but not easily in person - Solaris 2008-11-18 12:21:54 (65 views) it's a custom wrap. there are only three visible lines on the entire front end - meem 2008-11-15 22:45:44 (51 views) "Re: it's a custom wrap" I'm sure it's very nice. There's a Carbon Black Dinan 5 where I work - Bezor 2008-11-15 23:04:33 (52 views) i agree, most are -- but then again, one doesn't tend to notice the good ones ... - meem 2008-11-16 03:12:27 (44 views) I dunno, I see your point and agree but from what I've dealt with in the past I think . . - muzzy996 2008-11-15 09:45:19 (49 views) that's all true, and i understand what you're saying. in my case though i always ... - meem 2008-11-15 11:17:35 (47 views) 10 hours of work later and i'm mostly back to where i started -- just another 3 hours to go. - meem 2008-11-15 01:37:24 (27 views) I don't think its too much to ask for them to NOT do something (ie wash the car)... - Mr.D-'97 A4q 12v 2008-11-14 19:33:10 (44 views) i'm with you. i try to do as much as i can by myself but i'm limited by skill - meem 2008-11-15 01:30:04 (41 views) I could not agree more...... idiots that towel off a fender with a cotton rag - Raistlin 2008-11-14 12:33:56 (58 views) "special" towel indeed. when i pointed out to the shop that their mf was way too beat ... - meem 2008-11-15 01:33:58 (55 views) thirty years from now it will all be forgotten :-) it's getting there that sucks - Horch it 2008-11-14 12:33:10 (32 views) LOL! Pearls of wisdom. - RKA 2008-11-15 07:35:32 (24 views) EXACT same problem with repair places who 'hand wash' the car - IanB 2008-11-14 06:43:15 (54 views) I am the same way. I detail nene's cars all the time and what makes me pissed are - chichiB5s4 2008-11-14 06:19:03 (51 views) Heh. When does the M3 go up for sale? - RKA 2008-11-13 21:06:12 (47 views) ;-) no intent to sell, but i definitely need to drive it more. - meem 2008-11-13 21:38:20 (34 views) The word for today girls and boys is anal retentive. - kerrydel1 2008-11-13 13:55:12 (36 views) that's a single word? and isn't being a bit ocd what this whole forum is about? :-) - meem 2008-11-13 14:06:01 (38 views) true :-) I understand your point, people are ignorant and careless (m) - S4 SOM 2008-11-15 11:31:37 (31 views) How are you able to drive your cars without micromarring? - Bendquattro 2008-11-13 07:52:40 (72 views) by "micromarring" i'm referring specifically to paint hazing/swirls. rock chips are another matter - meem 2008-11-13 13:17:38 (60 views) i've given up. just drive em, and clean them maybe once a month. i keep the interior clean. - schnellmb 2008-11-13 09:25:09 (63 views) This is the ideal mentality to have.... Usually happens after two years of owning car for me - Raistlin 2008-11-14 12:37:13 (28 views) Cover it with painters tape next time you bring it somewhere...> - alms_TT_ny 2008-11-13 06:53:07 (69 views) i hear you bro. i've tried to let go, but it only makes me miserable :-( - meem 2008-11-13 13:20:08 (35 views) simple cure.. go have multiple kids. You'll be happy if there isn't a new 'gouge of the day' - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-14 14:27:24 (27 views) sounds awful. - meem 2008-11-14 15:55:14 (25 views) Yikes...M3 or the TT? - roadyTT 2008-11-13 05:40:59 (40 views) tt - meem 2008-11-13 13:17:50 (29 views) Painter's tape, try to group these activities together OR schedule just before you do the detail. - Jester7677 2008-11-15 05:06:45 (25 views) I think you would be disgraced by my detailing habits. "I" think I take pretty good - SAC-CA-GTI 2008-11-12 21:34:48 (73 views) OCD much? - heateris 2008-11-12 19:50:03 (45 views) it's ocd to expect well-paid professionals to respect my car? - meem 2008-11-12 22:05:59 (44 views) yes - Grim Reaper 2008-11-13 20:53:00 (32 views) oh :-( - meem 2008-11-13 21:37:13 (29 views) not ocd, but it's hard to keep things clean and undamaged. - schnellmb 2008-11-13 09:27:14 (53 views) the sad part though is that in trying to "take care" of the car they make things worse ... - meem 2008-11-13 13:14:37 (50 views)
just ordered from detailers domain, Phil was cool in answering my questions thanks. - Youreviltwin 2008-11-12 18:14:22 (21 views)
Need some deatiling advice. (edit, nevermind, figured it out!) - Youreviltwin 2008-11-12 14:53:56 (46 views)
What do you guys think of Purple Slice? - BlkJet 2008-11-10 23:20:24 (98 views) There are a lot of good products out there...and more than enough gimmicky products as well. - RKA 2008-11-12 09:57:20 (33 views) very true, i've dabbled in a few out there over the years and have settled on 1Z - schnellmb 2008-11-12 10:24:56 (25 views) LOL, Purple Slice......sounds like a porn star's name. - schnellmb 2008-11-12 08:47:24 (15 views) I've not used it. BUT, I have been noticing a LOT of "off-market" detailing products - Bezor 2008-11-11 09:11:06 (23 views) Paging 'The Phil' ...comments??? - bac2h 2008-11-11 16:11:46 (19 views) I guess not then... - BlkJet 2008-11-14 18:13:36 (9 views)
Detailed a number of cars in the past two weeks. 2 A6's & 2 Jaguar's. Warning: many pictures - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-10 16:06:34 (327 views) excellent work, may I ask what you charge? - UberVier 2008-11-13 10:31:48 (29 views) it all depends on the condition and size of the vehicle. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-15 12:13:34 (55 views) thanks, that's close to what I would charge for similar work. - UberVier 2008-11-16 07:22:45 (21 views) Sad thing (for them) is they pay you a lot of money to fix it and then they just go trash it again. - oc_tt 2008-11-12 16:55:05 (30 views) lol. yeah and then pay me again to do it later. =P - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-15 12:15:14 (16 views) So 16.5 hours to do those last too, each? Damn... - SAC-CA-GTI 2008-11-12 08:24:20 (42 views) I try to be quick and do a lot of prep to have everything needed in reach. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-15 12:28:34 (24 views) I never understand how people can let their cars get to that condition... - bac2h 2008-11-11 12:29:18 (29 views) I have never understood it. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-11 12:46:15 (32 views) agreed. why can't these people at least buy all-weather floor mats????? - mellonhdz 2008-11-14 09:04:49 (26 views) Agree 100%. I told the jag owner it would be wise to lose the shag for the winter. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-14 09:52:22 (22 views) Very impressive. Good work. - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-11 09:59:24 (37 views) Thanks, its not easy work by any means. But it is fun to see the transformation. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-11 18:01:34 (25 views) wow, outstanding. - Solaris 2008-11-11 07:48:24 (35 views) Appreciate it. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-11 12:46:40 (24 views) Don't think I'd want to own one but have always liked the XJ8..Nice work... - bac2h 2008-11-11 03:42:38 (31 views) Thanks, yeah I would never want to own one either. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-11 05:00:37 (30 views) What did you use to clean the carpets and floor mats? - TTROAD 2008-11-10 18:24:50 (30 views) I use a shop vac and a bissell shampoo machine. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-10 19:58:04 (35 views) nice job...that's one hella amount of work. - schnellmb 2008-11-10 16:13:07 (37 views) thank you. - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-10 16:17:50 (35 views)
Thanks Phil and Detailers Domain for the quick turn around on my recent order. Can't wait.... - A4AdMan 2008-11-08 10:56:16 (77 views) I just got the FLEX as well! Get to use it on a TL and a 996 this weekend. :) - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-12 19:01:49 (20 views) I'll be in foxboro over T'ksgiving if you want to get some practice on the A8! <lol> - bac2h 2008-11-10 03:46:02 (20 views) I'd love to practice on the A8 but I'll be in NJ for Thanksgiving. - A4AdMan 2008-11-11 12:56:00 (16 views) bah!! likely story!! Just got invited to the Pats game Thursday night..bummer.. - bac2h 2008-11-11 16:10:45 (19 views) Nice Dave! Can't wait to see how the Flex will transform the Explorer! - GDawgA4 2008-11-09 07:30:37 (17 views) which flex did you get?? - merlin3008 2008-11-08 13:25:20 (19 views) I believe he got the 3401 orbital one, same as mine. - GDawgA4 2008-11-09 07:30:06 (23 views)
Detailing Questions ... - HoustonA5 2008-11-08 10:20:47 (134 views) great questions, it's helpful to list what you use. you'll get lots of replies with replacement - Bezor 2008-11-09 20:29:51 (56 views) Step 1 (and the most important): TOSS THE ARMOR ALL!!!!!!! - A8wntr 2008-11-08 21:55:08 (63 views) big 2nd - B5S4/C5A6 2008-11-10 17:15:20 (22 views) Wash: Einszett Perls, Wax: Einszett Glanz, Glass: Adams Glass Cleaner, - SilverThing 2008-11-08 12:48:09 (88 views) i'd stop using the armor all asap...it tends to dry out leather and plastic over time - merlin3008 2008-11-08 13:26:55 (63 views)
Audi Club Northwest extends a HUGE thank you to Phil@DetailersDomain - 4RingS4 2008-11-06 22:13:14 (266 views) I'll be using the products this weekend on that nasty yellow car... ;-) - French-Fried-Rings 2008-11-14 17:26:34 (23 views) jason wow I didn't even realize it was you who won! how is the rs6? - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-14 17:42:47 (19 views) that's great! - phil@detailersdomain 2008-11-07 17:26:24 (45 views) What!!! he is givign the stuff away... where is mine... It's obamanomics - Grouse:3.Slow 2008-11-06 23:03:01 (73 views) If you'd come to Quattrofest you might have won some. :) - 4RingS4 2008-11-07 06:15:51 (48 views)
Thanks Phil for the latest shipment! Great deals! I'm replacing some of my Adams stuff with Optimum - Bezor 2008-11-06 20:18:24 (26 views)
I feel like giving up with Japanese dark colored cars.... - UberVier 2008-11-06 19:15:39 (157 views) My '07 flat red Accord Coupe' drives me nuts. - Audi Junkie 2008-11-08 09:09:35 (23 views) Next time....Glaze - roadyTT 2008-11-08 07:47:11 (26 views) kudos for reducing your fee though... - Avantadrive_Original 2008-11-08 05:05:20 (46 views) Thanks. - UberVier 2008-11-08 11:15:18 (19 views) by hand?? - IanB 2008-11-07 10:34:57 (25 views) Also tried my rotary with each on a mid level pad, didn't help. - UberVier 2008-11-07 11:26:29 (23 views) Shhhhh...I need daves4izzle::ASP 3- to do my black TL first! - RKA 2008-11-06 21:42:34 (62 views) Shhhh! - daves4izzle::ASP 3- 2008-11-13 18:13:15 (16 views) Re: Shhhhh...I need daves4izzle::ASP 3- to do my black TL first! - UberVier 2008-11-07 07:58:31 (52 views)
People use water while polishing, right? - Audi Junkie 2008-11-05 09:55:07 (79 views) See Proper Auto Care...... - Bendquattro 2008-11-06 07:44:03 (129 views) Interesting read...particularly about the oils/filler in their fine polishes. - RKA 2008-11-10 14:21:53 (33 views) are you talking about spraying a bit of water (or detail spray) on the pad before polishing? - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-05 11:00:37 (48 views) Yeah, verses using only compound. I use a bit of water to thin it down. - Audi Junkie 2008-11-05 21:05:13 (66 views) ah.. then the answer is yes. although some of us are lazy so we just pull out detail spray - Boston3.0_CVT 2008-11-06 10:06:27 (63 views) This is the closest thing to using water I can think of too. - brianja 2008-11-05 11:08:57 (39 views) Huh?? never heard of/read about/seen that - a new technique? - SilverThing 2008-11-05 10:53:16 (40 views) Ummmm.....wha? - Troy H 2008-11-05 10:33:15 (38 views)
After seeing a Flex tool work wonders on my A4 I just ordered one from D.D. - A4AdMan 2008-11-04 20:07:42 (122 views) Is it that much better than the PC? - alms_TT_ny 2008-11-06 08:30:27 (52 views) Karlis, you can take mine for a spin. I ordered it to replace my PC without trying it first, just - GDawgA4 2008-11-10 05:14:58 (36 views) YES it is. See for yourself. - muzzy996 2008-11-08 23:39:46 (68 views) I think that video just pushed me over the top... - bac2h 2008-11-10 03:43:14 (15 views) Having seen the Flex take out scratches the PC didn't get out convinced me. - A4AdMan 2008-11-08 10:50:41 (33 views) Removes scratches WAY faster than PC....but not like a rotary - IanB 2008-11-07 10:30:58 (21 views) I think it's just smaller & easier to operate - Hakon 2008-11-06 18:44:50 (47 views) Think again. See video link I posted above. - muzzy996 2008-11-08 23:41:09 (16 views) ORLY???...hmmmm..christmas is coming up..... - bac2h 2008-11-05 03:39:42 (34 views) I just ordered a Makita cobo package deal from ebay. - chichiB5s4 2008-11-06 11:48:38 (44 views) Aren't you scared of going from PC to Rotary?? - bac2h 2008-11-06 13:53:45 (30 views)
Hey Phil thanks again for the super fast shipment. Just have to wait for the autobahn wheel wax. - chichiB5s4 2008-11-04 18:06:23 (27 views)
Hey Phil, are you running an Election Day Sale today? (25% Off & Free Shipping) - WECoyote-SuperGenius 2008-11-04 09:46:29 (69 views)

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