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06-21-2021, 10:37 AM

Odrapnew replied to a thread This site has ruined me..... in Auto Detailing 101

I may hit up the Street Machines show this year as well. I definitely like the variety there vs. BTT50's. Since I live so close to the grounds,...

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06-21-2021, 10:31 AM

briarpatch replied to a thread Speed Master “The Notorious Dry” towel 1st impression… in Product Reviews

Same...except mine is three years old

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06-21-2021, 10:27 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Deep sandpaper scratches, any help please? in Auto Detailing 101

Here's a recent video where we show how to remove sanding marks via a rotary polisher. :)

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06-21-2021, 10:25 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Deep sandpaper scratches, any help please? in Auto Detailing 101

More... The way you remove #2000 and #2500 grit sanding marks is via compounding. Questions What do you have for a polisher? What do...

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06-21-2021, 10:25 AM

Burger replied to a thread Blackfire AIO plan in Auto Detailing 101

Thanks Mike. This is going to be fun and satisfying.

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06-21-2021, 10:24 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Deep sandpaper scratches, any help please? in Auto Detailing 101

First - Because this is your first post to the forum, Welcome to AutogeekOnline! :welcome: Second - If this is a FACTORY paint job, STOP...

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06-21-2021, 10:20 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Blackfire AIO plan in Auto Detailing 101

All you need is one single pad. Spreading a non-cleaning sealant is a LOT different then "working" a cleaner/wax. :buffing:

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06-21-2021, 10:17 AM

Burger replied to a thread Blackfire AIO plan in Auto Detailing 101

Well, another question. I expect to use one white pad per panel with the One Step. What about the BlackICE Wax? How many red pads is...

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06-21-2021, 10:17 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Concrete overspray in Auto Detailing 101

Hi Bryan, Apologies for just now finding your question, (4 years later) I'm not sure about Vinegar? My guess is it will work, possibly. But...

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06-21-2021, 10:15 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Concrete overspray in Auto Detailing 101

:bump: GREAT NEWS! Eric sent me the original pictures for this concrete removal detail job. I've uploaded them and then inserted them into...

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06-21-2021, 10:13 AM

EliRaih started a thread Deep sandpaper scratches, any help please? in Auto Detailing 101

Hey, I have some deep scratches from a sandpaper (2000 & 2500). What I have to do now?

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06-21-2021, 10:07 AM

SpeedoTT replied to a thread Effect of Humidity on Ceramic/Graphene Coatings in Auto Detailing 101

Hi Desertnate, It's hard to beat Denver's weather. Once, I turned down the opportunity to move to KC for work and chose to travel every week...

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06-21-2021, 09:54 AM

SpeedoTT replied to a thread Effect of Humidity on Ceramic/Graphene Coatings in Auto Detailing 101

Thank you Noorth. This is a good reference of what to expect.

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06-21-2021, 09:52 AM

SpeedoTT replied to a thread Effect of Humidity on Ceramic/Graphene Coatings in Auto Detailing 101

Thank you. Having a base from where to start testing for each car is very helpful. I bought the flex "beast" a couple of years back, and LC Hybrid...

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06-21-2021, 09:51 AM

Eldorado2k replied to a thread Kwazar Venus Super sprayer tips? in Auto Detailing 101

What’d they say?

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06-21-2021, 09:49 AM

Eldorado2k replied to a thread Quick tip regarding wet/dry vacuum filters in Auto Detailing 101

What do you mean exactly? They’re all washable.. Well you don’t really “wash” them, you just rinse them with water. The only thing I don’t like...

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06-21-2021, 09:47 AM

mc2hill replied to a thread Transportable Cordless Polisher in Rotary Buffers

Yes, I have their 16v rotary and a new d/a. The rotary is fantastic for headlights and small areas, and I picked up their flex shaft polisher use...

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06-21-2021, 09:44 AM

Desertnate replied to a thread Effect of Humidity on Ceramic/Graphene Coatings in Auto Detailing 101

I'll do very thin applications too Typically a full size sedan like a charger or a BMW 3-series sedan or small-ish SUV can be completed with half a...

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06-21-2021, 09:44 AM

SalmonPride replied to a thread Windshield coating - skipping wipers (new car) in Auto Detailing 101

Thanks Mike! I truly believe it is wipers problem and not the way the glass was polished or the coating that was put. So my update is that we...

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06-21-2021, 09:35 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Bucket List Buff - 1968 Shelby Mustang GT350 - Detailed by Mike Phillips in Ask Mike Phillips your detailing questions!

Good news... Shawn confirmed, my Pirate Beach Towel is at his shop. :xyxthumbs: Here's a picture he took of it being used as a Fender...

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06-21-2021, 09:21 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Windshield coating - skipping wipers (new car) in Auto Detailing 101

Like I answered previously, I use the PBL Surface Coating on ALL the glass. As a part of any of my detail work I machine polish the glass before...

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06-21-2021, 08:55 AM

Desertnate replied to a thread I hate black in Auto Detailing 101

I'm now on my second black car and it doesn't bother me a bit. I now longer fear or dread a black vehicle. I've learned how to care for it to...

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06-21-2021, 08:46 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Applying wax on light paint - tips? in Ask Mike Phillips your detailing questions!

A few decades ago someone had the idea of a color-changing wax. Basically, a was that after it dried, it changed to a color. The reason was to...

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06-21-2021, 08:33 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Thanks to Mike and all! Gel Coat Beauty! in Auto Detailing 101

Nice set-up. :dblthumb2:

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06-21-2021, 08:31 AM

locarno started a thread Applying wax on light paint - tips? in Ask Mike Phillips your detailing questions!

Helo Do you have some tips for apllying wax on light paint? On the black paint it is easy to see where the wax is applied and where isnt'. On the...

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06-21-2021, 08:30 AM

noorth replied to a thread Effect of Humidity on Ceramic/Graphene Coatings in Auto Detailing 101

I applied CQUK outside about 2 mths ago in 5-10 degree Celsius and over 50% humidity. I waited about 5-7 mins. It flashed and was very tacky to...

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06-21-2021, 08:28 AM

oneheadlite replied to a thread Power to remove. in Off-Topic

:laughing: (I had to go back and reread to catch it.)

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06-21-2021, 08:19 AM

Mike Phillips replied to a thread Mike Phillips VIF or Vehicle Inspection Form in How to articles by Mike Phillips

Sent. :)

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06-21-2021, 08:14 AM

dmiracle replied to a thread Mike Phillips VIF or Vehicle Inspection Form in How to articles by Mike Phillips

derek.miracle@icloud.com PLEASE and THANK YOU! :)

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