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02-23-2010, 02:57 PM
Car detailing articles by Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/23722-car-detailing-articles-mike-phillips.html)




Info Resources

Paperback
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/715/medium/paperbackDetailingBook01.jpg (http://www.autogeek.net/art-of-detailing-paperback-book.html)

Mike Phillips' Principles of Machine Polishing
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E-book (http://www.autogeek.net/art-of-detailing-e-book.html)
(Displayed on iPad - iPad not included)
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Mike Phillips' The Art Of Detailing Audio Book (http://www.autogeek.net/art-of-detailing-audio-book.html)
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Start at the begining... Inspecting your car's paint. What condition is your paint in?


What condition is the paint on your vehicles? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/38689-what-condition-paint-your-vehicles.html)

Let there be light... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/43192-let-there-light.html)
(when inspecting the condition of your car's paint)

Gloss starts first with a smooth surface... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/43190-gloss-starts-first-smooth-surface.html)




Words mean things... just ask any Lawyer...

Word Definitions - Compounds, Polishes, Glazes, Paint Cleaners and Waxes (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/39020-word-definitions-compounds-polishes-glazes-paint-cleaners-waxes.html)

LSP Ready - Definition (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/39661-lsp-ready-definition.html)

Jewelling - Definition (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/37767-jewelling-definition.html)

LSP - The definition and the story behind the term (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/24073-lsp-definition-story-behind-term.html)

RIDS - The Definition of RIDS and the story behind the term... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/24045-rids-definition-rids-story-behind-term.html)

TOGW = The Other Guy's Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/21283-togw-other-guy-s-wax.html)

Holiday & Vacation (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/34347-holiday-vacation.html)




Waxes, Paint Sealants & Coatings

Show Car Waxes
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Paint Sealants
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Coatings
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Cleaner/Waxes also called AIO's or All-in-One's
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The Difference Between a Cleaner/Wax and a Finishing Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23263-difference-between-cleaner-wax-finishing-wax.html)
Subtitle: How To Choose The Right Wax or Paint Sealant for your Detailing Project

The Final Wipe – Tips for creating a streak-free, show car finish (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/19956-final-wipe.html)

A tip for working with waxes, paint sealants or coatings that are new to you (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/37279-tip-working-waxes-paint-sealants-coatings-new-you.html)

Topping - Definition - How to Top also called Topping (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/40089-topping-definition-how-top-also-called-topping.html)

3-Categories: Waxes, Paint Sealants and Coatings (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/34185-3-categories-waxes-paint-sealants-coatings.html)

How long will brand x car wax or paint sealant last? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/30447-how-long-will-brand-x-car-wax-paint-sealant-last.html)

How to break open a coating of wax and remove it by creeping out... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/28204-how-break-open-coating-wax-remove-creeping-out.html)

Frosting on the cake (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/24488-frosting-cake.html)

Video: How To Apply A Carnauba Finishing Wax By Hand Using The Straight-Line Technique (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24328-show-car-garage-video-how-apply-carnauba-finishing-wax-hand-straight-line-technique.html)

Video: How To Apply A Carnauba Finishing Wax By Hand Using The Straight-Line Technique (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24328-show-car-garage-video-how-apply-carnauba-finishing-wax-hand-straight-line-technique.html)




New to Machine Polishing?

New - It's not that hard... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/55512-s-not-hard.html)




How To Do a Test Spot (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/50162-how-do-test-spot.html)
(and why it's so important)

Video: How to pick the right polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/25695-show-car-garage-video-how-pick-right-polisher.html)

How to choose the right polisher for your detailing project (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/22263-how-choose-right-polisher-your-detailing-project.html)

The Traditional Orbital Buffer aka The Wax Spreader (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/25148-traditional-orbital-buffer-aka-wax-spreader.html)




Dual Action Polishers
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Below you will find a wide variety of articles on the topic of using DA Polishers like the Porter Cable 7424XP and earlier versions, the Meguiar's G110v2 and earlier versions and the Griot's Garage DA Polishers to remove swirls, scratches, water spots and oxidation plus how to machine apply waxes and paint sealants.


I recommend everyone read this article first - before you need to troubleshoot :)

DA Polisher Trouble Shooting Guide (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/37769-da-polisher-trouble-shooting-guide.html)

Video: Mark your backing plate to make it easy to see pad rotation (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/49489-video-mark-your-backing-plate-make-easy-see-pad-rotation.html)

Factors that can cause a pad to stop rotating on a DA Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/48955-factors-can-cause-pad-stop-rotating-da-polisher.html)

Video: How-To do a "Section Pass" when Machine Polishing with a DA Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24074-video-how-do-section-pass-when-machine-buffing.html)

Step-by-Step How-To use the Porter Cable 7424XP (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/19994-2008-lexus-250-pinnacle-detail.html)
(Very in-depth how-to guide that covers every topic related to using a DA Polisher like the PC, Meguiar's or Griot's tools)

The short how-to guide for using a DA Polisher
How to maximize the ability of the 1st Generation Porter Cable Dual Action Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/27166-how-maximize-ability-1st-gen-porter-cable-dual-action-polishers.html)

The long and in-depth guide for using a DA Polisher
The Definitive How-To Article for using DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/20021-definitive-how-article-removing-swirls-scratches-water-spots-using-porter-cable-7424xp-g110v2-griot-s-garage-polisher.html) - Includes Videos
Includes: Removing Swirls, Scratches and Water Spots Using a Porter Cable 7424XP, Meguiar's G110v2 or Griot's Garage Polisher

The Compression Washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/48913-compression-washer.html)

How to prime a foam pad when using a DA Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/35292-how-prime-foam-pad-when-using-da-polisher.html)

How much product do I use with my DA Polisher? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/26962-how-much-product-do-i-use-my-da-polisher.html)

Wet Buffing Technique (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/36237-wet-buffing-technique.html)

DA Polisher Articles - Help for Newbies to Machine Polishing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/38399-da-polisher-articles-help-newbies-machine-polishing.html)

The Free Floating Spindle Assembly - The Story Behind The Story... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23995-free-rotating-spindle-assembly-story-behind-story.html)

Handle? Or No Handle? - Using DA Polishers Without the Handle (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/30822-handle-no-handle-using-da-polishers-without-handle.html)

How to bolt on the Porter Cable Plastic Head Cap (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rough-draft/39105-how-bolt-porter-cable-plastic-head-cap.html)

DA Polishers - Stick Handle - Hoop Handle - Or no handle at all? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/porter-cable-7424xp-updates/20291-stick-handle-hoop-handle-no-handle-all.html)

How-to Machine Apply Wax using a DA Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pinnacle-wax/28651-how-machine-apply-wax-using-da-polisher.html)

How to Apply Dodo Pastes Waxes by Machine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/25737-how-apply-dodo-pastes-waxes-machine.html)

How To Apply Mothers California Gold Carnauba Paste Wax by Machine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/25725-how-apply-mothers-california-gold-pure-carnauba-paste-machine.html)

How to use a microfiber bonnet to remove dried wax by machine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/29369-how-use-microfiber-bonnet-remove-dried-wax-machine.html)

The white foam pad that comes with a Porter Cable Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/50479-white-foam-pad-comes-porter-cable-polisher.html)

Tip: Rubber Nut to protect threads and safeguard compression washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/48922-tip-use-rubber-nut-protect-threads-prevent-loss-compression-washer.html)

Griot's Random Orbital Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/20437-griot-s-random-orbital-polisher.html)

Meguiar's G110v2 - 2nd Generation G110 Dual Action Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/22103-meguiar-s-g110v2-2nd-generation-g110-dual-action-polisher.html)

Griot's Garage 3" Mini Polisher - Extreme Demo - Warning! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/22065-griot-s-garage-3-mini-polisher-extreme-demo-warning.html)

3" Mini Polisher- 2nd Generation Griot's Garage Mini Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21846-3-mini-polisher-gen-ii-griot-s-garage-mini-polisher.html)

Can an air-powered DA Sander be used to polish paint? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/)

Show Car Garage Video: How To Remove Swirls, Scratches and Water Spots using a PC 7424XP, Meguiar's G110v2 or Griot's Garage 6" Random Orbital Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/)





Flex 3401 Forced Rotation Dual Action Polisher
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New - How many orbits are there in one rotation for the Flex 3401? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/56789-how-many-orbits-there-one-rotation-flex-3401-a.html)




FLEX Polishers Commercial - Flex 3401 & PE14 - YouTube

The Flex 3401 Polisher is a powerful tool but also incredibly safe. This is a Pro-Grade tool that can be used 6-days a week in a heavy production environment and will hold up to all the abuse you can throw at it.

Video: All about the FLEX-3401 Forced Rotation Dual Action Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/50004-video-all-about-flex-3401-forced-rotation-dual-action-polisher.html)

New 5" pads for 4" Backing Plate on Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/49549-new-4-5-pads-4-backing-plate-flex-3401-a.html)

New 4" and 6" Backing Plates for Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/40410-new-4-6-backing-plates-flex-3401-a.html)

Lubricating the Felt Ring on the Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/34201-lubricating-felt-ring-flex-3401-a.html)

Speed Settings for the Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/flex-polishers/49262-speed-settings-flex-3401-a.html)



Rotary Buffers
Rotary Buffers are the most powerful type of tool used to work on paint. These tools use a direct drive gear mechanism to rotate a pad under pressure in a single direction. This type of tool works fastest for removing sanding marks after wetsanding, serious paint defects and oxidation off both cars and boats. These types of tools will tend to leave holograms behind that are best removed using dual action type polishers for a swirl-free finish even after multiple washings.

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New - How to buff off an edge when using a rotary buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/58392-how-buff-off-edge-when-using-rotary-buffer.html)

New - How to use a Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/56160-how-use-rotary-buffer.html)

New - Hologram Free with a Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/43684-hologram-free-rotary-buffer.html)


DeWALT DWP849X vs Makita 9227C Rotary Buffers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/circular-polishers-rotary-polishers-high-speed-polisher/50661-dewalt-dwp849x-vs-makita-9227c-rotary-buffers.html)

Surgical Buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/47254-surgical-buffing.html)

Edging - Buffing the paint around edges (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/37995-edging-buffing-paint-around-edges.html)

Rotary Buffer Talk with Bob Eichelberg from Flex Tools (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/38118-rotary-buffer-talk-bob-eichelberg-flex-tools.html)

Bumblebee - Testing out the NEW DeWALT DWP849X (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/37831-bumblebee-testing-out-new-dewalt-dwp849x.html)

The New FLEX PE14-2-150 Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/30206-new-flex-pe14-2-150-rotary-buffer.html) - Includes Video

The 10 @ 10 technique for picking up a bead of product with a rotary buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/circular-polishers-rotary-polishers-high-speed-polisher/29321-10-10-technique-picking-up-bead-product-rotary-buffer.html)

Rotary Buffers: Stick Handle - Hoop Handle - Or no handle at all (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/circular-polishers-rotary-polishers-high-speed-polisher/20290-stick-handle-hoop-handle-no-handle-all.html)

Video: The Flex 3403 Rotary Buffer – How to remove Sanding Marks after Dampsanding Orange Peel (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/circular-polishers-rotary-polishers-high-speed-polisher/29030-video-flex-3403-rotary-buffer-how-remove-sanding-marks-after-dampsanding-orange-peel.html)




The Cyclo Polisher
The Cyclo Polisher was introduced in 1952 and has a time-proven record of reliability and versatility in that it can be used to polish paint or aluminum and also by attatching brushes can be used to clean carpets, upholstery, vinyl and leather.

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New - How to use 4" Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads on the Cyclo Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/56306-how-use-4-nanoskin-autoscrub-pads-cyclo-polisher.html)


New! Cyclo Model 5 Pro Series - Variable Speed (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/cyclo-polisher-accessories/30559-new-cyclo-model-5-pro-series-variable-speed.html)

Show Car Garage Video: How to use the Cyclo Polisher to remove swirls and scratches (video: How to use the Cyclo Polisher to remove swirls and scratches)


[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omBtip8cKxU&hd=1]Cyclo Polisher Commercial with Mike Phillips - YouTube[/video]




The Makita BO6040 Forced Rotation Dual Action Polisher
This tool offers a dual ocillating action in two modes, one is forced rotation and the other is non-forced for free spinning. It's kind of like having the Flex 3401 and a Porter Cable 7424XP in the same tool.

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Makita BO6040 Removing Sanding Marks (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50546-makita-bo6040-removing-sanding-marks.html)

How To use Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads on Makita BO6040 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/56316-how-use-nanoskin-autoscrub-pads-makita-bo6040.html)



Buffing Pads - Wool Pads & Foam Pads PLUS Backing Plates

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5 inch Backing Plates on Meguiar's, Griot's and Porter Cable DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-tools-accessories/48668-5-inch-backing-plates-meguiar-s-griot-s-porter-cable-da-polishers.html)

Trend: Backing Plate Extensions for Surgical Precision Buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/42949-trend-backing-plate-extensions-surgical-precision-buffing.html)

Trend: Flexible Backing Plates for Rotary Buffers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/33907-trend-flexible-backing-plates-rotary-buffers.html)

Trend: Small buffing pads (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/42947-trend-small-buffing-pads.html)

Trends: Flexible Backing Plates (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/42945-trends-flexible-backing-plates.html)

Flex-Foam HD Rotary Backing Plate (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/circular-polishers-rotary-polishers-high-speed-polisher/32995-flex-foam-hd-rotary-backing-plate.html)

Flexible Backing Plates (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/33907-flexible-backing-plates.html)

Thin is in... New Lake Country Hydro-Tech Low Profile 5 1/2 x 7/8 Inch Foam Pads (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/28825-thin-new-lake-country-hydro-tech-low-profile-5-1-2-x-7-8-inch-foam-pads.html)

5 Inch Backing Plates for DA Polishers - Pictures and Links (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/27193-5-inch-backing-plates-da-polishers-pictures-links.html)

5 1/2 inch and 6 inch Buffing Pads on Autogeek's Online Store (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/27194-5-1-2-inch-6-inch-buffing-pads-pictures-links.html)

New: 1-Pad Polishing System from Lake Country (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/29904-new-1-pad-polishing-system-lake-country.html)

The different types of foam formulas in the CCS Smart Foam Pad Line (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/29312-different-types-foam-formulas-ccs-smart-foam-pad-line.html)

5" and 6" Backing Plates on 6.5" pads (Pictures to show safety margin) (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/20620-5-6-backing-plates-6-5-pads-pictures-show-safety-margin.html)

3.5" Backing Plates and 4" Spot Repair Pads on DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/25473-3-5-backing-plates-4-spot-repair-pads-da-polishers.html)

Small Spot Repair Buffing Pads and Backing Plates (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/23495-spot-repair-backing-plates-buffing-pads.html)

Using a 4" Spot Repair Kit to Remove Paint Defects (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/23727-using-4-spot-repair-kit-remove-paint-defects.html)

Lake Country 7.5 inch Hook & Loop DuroWool 100% Twisted Aggressive Wool Cutting Pad (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/22420-lake-country-7-5-inch-hook-loop-durowool-100-twisted-aggressive-wool-cutting-pad.html)

The Edge 8" Black 100% Domestic Wool Heavy Cut Pad (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/22470-edge-black-100-domestic-wool-heavy-cut-pad.html)

Meguiar's Double Sided 100% Wool Cutting Pad (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/22459-meguiars-double-sided-100-wool-cutting-pad.html)

3M Quick Release Adapter vs the Double-Sided Pad Rotary Buffer Adapter - Differences? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/22461-3m-quick-release-adapter-vs-double-sided-pad-rotary-buffer-adapter-differences.html)



Microfiber Buffing Pads

New - How to use the Meguiar's Microfiber DA Correction System (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/56172-how-use-meguiar-s-microfiber-da-correction-system.html)

New - NEW Optimum Microfiber Polishing Pads - Used with DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/42291-new-optimum-microfiber-polishing-pads-used-da-polishers.html)




Pad Cleaning

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How to clean your foam pad on the fly (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/20135-how-clean-your-foam-pad-fly.html)

Why it's important to clean your pads often... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/28755-why-s-important-clean-your-pads-often.html)

How to dry a foam pad after hand washing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/26512-how-dry-foam-pad-after-hand-washing.html)

Video: Tip for cleaning pads in a pad washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/48333-video-tip-cleaning-pads-pad-washer.html)

Cleaning Pads with the Flex 3401 and the Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-tools-accessories/20713-cleaning-pads-flex-3401-grit-guard-universal-pad-washer.html)

Video: How to use the Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24325-video-how-use-grit-guard-universal-pad-washer.html)

How to adjust the Pad Cleaning Plate in the System 2000 Pad Washer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/22460-how-adjust-pad-cleaning-plate-system-2000-pad-washer.html)





Wetsanding - Dampsanding - Colorsanding Topics

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New - How to remove wetsanding scratches by hand - FG 400 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/58151-how-remove-wetsanding-scratches-hand-fg-400-a.html)



Wetsanding, Colorsanding & Dampsanding (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/26278-wetsanding-colorsanding-dampsanding.html)

3M Trizact 6 Inch 3000 Grit Performance Sanding Disc 01459 - Singles (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50530-3m-trizact-6-inch-3000-grit-performance-sanding-disc-01459-singles.html)

Video: Wow! 3M #5000 Grit Polishing I mean Sanding Discs! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50222-video-wow-3m-5000-grit-polishing-i-mean-sanding-discs.html)

3™ Trizact™ Foam Discs 5000 FAQs (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50329-3-trizact-foam-discs-5000-faqs.html)

New Toy - #5000 Grit Trizact Foam Finishing Discs (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50150-new-toy-5000-grit-trizact-foam-finishing-discs.html)

How to use Meguiar's Unigrit Sanding Blocks to remove runs and dirt nibs in paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/46895-how-use-meguiar-s-unigrit-sanding-blocks-remove-runs-dirt-nibs-paint.html)

Damp-Sanding Tools, Tips and Techniques by Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/25915-damp-sanding-tools-tips-techniques-mike-phillips.html)

RIDS and Feathersanding - A Highly Specialized Technique by Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/21469-rids-feathersanding.html)

Wetsanding - Fresh Paint vs Factory Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/21471-wetsanding-fresh-paint-vs-factory-paint.html)

Basic Hand Sanding Techniques (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/21974-basic-hand-sanding-techniques.html)

The Rule of Thumb (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/25042-rule-thumb.html)

Fight or Flight Method for Gaging Surface Temperature (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/22325-fight-flight-method-gaging-surface-temperature.html)

Griot's 3" Mini Polisher works great as a 3" Dampsander (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/46341-griot-s-3-mini-polisher-works-great-3-dampsander.html)

Dampsanding with 3" Griot's Garage Mini Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/38475-dampsanding-3-griot-s-garage-mini-polisher.html)

It's the person that does the wet-sanding, cutting and buffing that makes or breaks the paint job -Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/28707-s-person-does-wet-sanding-cutting-buffing-makes-breaks-paint-job-mike-phillips.html)

Meguiar's 6" Unigrit Sanding and Finishing Discs (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/26285-meguiar-s-6-unigrit-sanding-finishing-discs.html)

Meguiar's New 3 Inch Professional Headlight & Spot Repair Kit (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/26209-meguiar-s-new-3-inch-professional-headlight-spot-repair-kit.html)

Two Schools of Thought when Hand Sanding - Straight-lines or Crosshatch Pattern (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/22235-two-schools-thought-sanding-straightlines-crosshatch-pattern.html)

The difference between 3M's Hookit and Hookit II Hook-N-Loop Interface Systems (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/26231-difference-between-3m-s-hookit-hookit-ii-hook-n-loop-interface-systems.html)

List of Sanding Discs at Autogeek.net (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/24851-list-sanding-discs-autogeek-net.html)

If it has paint... it gets polished... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/23865-if-has-paint-gets-polished.html)

Removing Orange Peel & Sanding Marks with the Griot's ROP and the Wolfgang Twins (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/21463-removing-sanding-marks-griot-s-rop-wolfgang-twins.html)

How long will a half sheet of wet/dry sandpaper last before it stops cutting and you need to replace it? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/21970-how-long-will-half-sheet-wet-dry-sandpaper-last.html)

Can an air-powered DA Sander be used to polish paint? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/24936-can-air-powered-da-sander-used-polish-paint.html)




Microfiber Polishing Towels and Microfiber Gloves

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Increase Your Grip Strength with Microfiber Gloves (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/33009-increase-your-grip-strength-microfiber-gloves.html)

I love the glove... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/25571-i-love-glove.html)

How to correctly fold and use a Microfiber Towel (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/29230-how-correctly-fold-use-microfiber-towel.html)

The 4 minimum categories of wiping cloths (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/21944-4-minimum-categories-wiping-cloths.html)

How many microfiber polishing cloths do I need to detail my car? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23084-how-many-microfiber-polishing-cloths-do-i-need-detail-my-car.html)





Compounds - Polishes - Paint Cleaners - Cleaner/Polishes - Pure Polishes - Glazes

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Menzerna - New Names and Product Numbers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/products-guides/47067-menzerna-new-names-product-numbers.html)

Word Definitions - Compounds, Polishes, Glazes, Paint Cleaners and Waxes (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/39020-word-definitions-compounds-polishes-glazes-paint-cleaners-waxes.html)

The benefits of a light paint cleaner, cleansing lotion or pre-wax cleaner (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/28519-benefits-light-paint-cleaner-cleansing-lotion-pre-wax-cleaner.html)

The Wolfgang Twins (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wolfgang-car-care/28324-wolfgang-twins-picture-links.html)

The SMAT Pack - Everything you ever wanted to know about Meguiar's SMAT products... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html)

The Aggressiveness Order of SMAT Products - This might surprise you! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23583-aggressiveness-order-smat-products-might-surprise-you.html)

Optimum Hyper Polish - 2003 Honda Civic LX (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/26011-optimum-hyper-polish-2003-honda-civic-lx.html)

Show Car Garage Video: Optimum Hyper Polish (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/26012-show-car-garage-video-optimum-hyper-polish.html)

Mother's Professional Line! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/22104-mother-s-professional-line-new.html)




Spray Detailers

Tips & Techniques for using a Spray Detailer to Remove Light Dust, Fingerprints and Smudges (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/23128-tips-techniques-using-spray-detailer-remove-light-dust-fingerprints-smudges.html)



Car Washing

New - How To Use Pinnacle Liquid Crystal Waterless Wfash with Carnauba (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/57429-how-use-pinnacle-liquid-crystal-waterless-wash-carnauba.html)


Washing Cars Inside of Your Garage (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/35509-washing-cars-inside-your-garage.html)

Do you wash cars differently? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/38710-do-you-wash-cars-differently.html)

How to maintain a freshly waxed car (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/40056-how-maintain-freshly-waxed-car.html)

Scratch your car for $5.00 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/40142-scratch-your-car-5-00-a.html)

The reality of the 100% Hand Car Wash (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/40122-reality-100-hand-car-wash.html)

Washing Cars Inside of Your Garage (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/35509-washing-cars-inside-your-garage.html)

How dirty is too dirty to safely use a rinseless wash? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23602-how-dirty-too-dirty-safely-use-rinseless-wash.html)

The difference between a Normal Car Wash, a Waterless Car Wash, a Rinseless Car Wash and a Spray Detailer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23645-difference-between-normal-car-wash-waterless-car-wash-rinseless-car-wash-spray-detailer.html)

Show Car Garage Video: How To Use A Rinseless Car Wash (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24335-show-car-garage-video-how-use-rinseless-car-wash.html)



Polishing Paint by Hand

Foam Applicator Pads at Autogeek.net (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-tools-accessories/32004-foam-applicator-pads-autogeek-net.html)

Priming your pad when working by hand (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/36178-priming-your-pad-when-working-hand.html)

Removing Scratches By Hand (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/31475-removing-scratches-hand.html)

How to use a hand applied abrasive polish or paint cleaner by hand (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/26612-how-use-hand-applied-abrasive-polish-paint-cleaner-hand.html)

How To Remove Paint Transfer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/28170-how-remove-paint-transfer.html)

How to clay, clean and wax paint by hand with Pinnacle Paintwork Cleansing Lotion and Pinnacle Signature Series II Carnauba Paste Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/25218-how-clay-clean-wax-paint-hand-pinnacle-signature-series-ii.html)

1-Step versus 3-Step Process by Hand (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/20573-1-step-vs-3-step-process-hand.html)

Man versus Machine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/faq/20257-man-versus-machine.html)




Water Spots



Video: How to remove water spots off glass (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/57814-video-how-remove-water-spots-off-glass.html)


3 - Types of Water Spots - Type I, Type II and Type III (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/33499-3-types-water-spots-type-i-type-ii-type-iii.html)

How To Remove Sprinkler Water Spots (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/31000-how-remove-sprinkler-water-spots.html)

How to remove water spots by hand (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/29134-how-remove-water-spots-hand.html)

Tips for removing Type I Water Spots (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/36306-tips-removing-type-i-water-spots.html)



Glass Polishing


New - Video: How to remove water spots off glass (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/57814-video-how-remove-water-spots-off-glass.html)


How to remove tiny pinhole pits in glass windows using a rotary buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/diamondite/40436-how-remove-tiny-pinhole-pits-glass-windows-using-rotary-buffer.html)

Mike's Glass Cleaning Tips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/49998-mike-s-glass-cleaning-tips.html)

Glass Master Pro Glass Cleaner with Janna (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/41312-glass-master-pro-glass-cleaner-janna.html)



Using Detailing Clay

New - Baggie Test Tip from Paul aka 2old2change (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/56813-baggie-test-tip-paul-aka-2old2change.html)




NEW - Even show cars might need to be clayed... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/42288-even-show-cars-might-need-clayed.html)

The Baggie Test - How to inspect for above surface bonded contaminants (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/27967-baggie-test-how-inspect-above-surface-bonded-contaminants.html)

The 3 primary benefits of using detailing clay to clay paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/27969-3-primary-benefits-using-detailing-clay-clay-paint.html)

Tips and Tricks for using detailing clay (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/20259-tips-techniques-using-detailing-clay.html)

Do I need to wash my car after I use detailing clay to clay the paint? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/22721-do-i-need-wash-my-car-after-i-use-detailing-clay-clay-paint.html)

How often do I need to clay my car? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/22015-how-often-do-i-need-clay-my-car.html)

Video: How detailing clay works and how to use detailing clay to remove above surface bonded contaminants (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24319-show-car-garage-video-how-detailing-clay-works-how-use-detailing-clay-remove-above-surface-bonded-contaminants.html)




Articles on Car Paint

New - How to remove stains and embedded dirt out of paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/56794-how-remove-stains-embedded-dirt-out-paint.html)

New - Tiger Stripes (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/56822-tiger-stripes.html)





Can orange peel be removed or lessoned by just machine compounding? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wet-sanding-cutting-buffing/50534-can-orange-peel-removed-lessoned-just-machine-compounding.html)

Removing Swirls out of Ceramiclear Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/48629-removing-swirls-out-cermaiclear-paint.html)


Ceramiclear Paints - Be Careful (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/47152-ceramiclear-paints-careful.html)

Single Stage Paint - Tinted Clears - Basecoat/Clearcoat - Embedded Dirt (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/43347-types-paint-single-stage-paint-tinted-clears-basecoat-clearcoat-embedded-dirt.html)

Clearcoat Fracturing versus Clearcoat Failure (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/40855-clearcoat-fracturing-versus-clearcoat-failure.html)

Test Spot - The story behind the story... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/24043-test-spot-story-behind-term.html)

How to Test for Single Stage or Clear Coat Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/34829-how-test-single-stage-clear-coat-paint.html)

Audi Soft Paint - Making Generalizations about Hardness and Softness (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/31888-audi-soft-paint-making-generalizations-about-hardness-softness.html)

Static Electricity and Dust Attraction to your Car's Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/29355-static-electricity-dust-attraction-your-car-s-paint.html)

Camaro Clear and my take... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/25577-camaro-clear-my-take.html)

The Secret to Removing Oxidation and Restoring a Show Car Finish to Antique Single Stage Paints (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/25304-secret-removing-oxidation-restoring-show-car-finish-antique-single-stage-paints.html)

Don't wax your car for at least 30 days! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/26967-don-t-wax-your-car-least-30-days.html)

Fresh Paint - But you can touch it... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/28717-fresh-paint-but-you-can-touch.html)

Body Shop Safe Glaze on Fresh Paint - #7 Show Car Glaze (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/28659-body-shop-safe-glaze-fresh-paint-7-show-car-glaze.html)

The practical differences between single stage paints and a clear coat paints (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/21924-practical-differences-between-single-stage-paints-clear-coat-paints.html)

The Lesson White Paint Teaches Us (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/22982-lesson-white-paint-teaches-us.html)

The Clearcoat Failure Photo Gallery Archive (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rough-draft/19985-clearcoat-failure-photo-gallery-archive.html)

Beginning Clearcoat Failure (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/29197-beginning-clearcoat-failure.html)

What it means to remove swirls, scratches and water spots out of automotive clear coats (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/faq/19986-what-means-remove-swirls-scratches-water-spots-out-automotive-clear-coats.html)




Tricks, Tips and Techniques



The lowly plastic bag tip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/50832-lowly-plastic-bag-tip.html)

How do you know when to stop buffing? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/49031-how-do-you-know-when-stop-buffing.html)

Technique is everything... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/43201-technique-everything.html)

The Soft Flannel Bed Sheet Tip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/34828-soft-flannel-bed-sheet-tip.html)

The 10 @ 2 Technique for picking up a bead of product with a Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/flex-polishers/33990-10-2-technique-picking-up-bead-product-flex-3401-a.html)

Lubricating the Felt Ring on the Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/34201-lubricating-felt-ring-flex-3401-a.html)

Tip: Frequent car care equals fast and easy car care... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/31325-tip-frequent-car-care-equals-fast-easy-car-care.html)
(In this case a truck)

Kissing the Finish (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/29792-kissing-finish.html)

Knock out painted roofs first, then tackle the rest of the car... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/29746-knock-out-painted-roofs-first-then-tackle-rest-car.html)

Here's a tip... don't lift the pad off the paint till you've turned the polisher off and the spinning pad has slowed down... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/28940-here-s-tip-don-t-lift-pad-off-paint-till-you-ve-turned-polisher-off-spinning-pad-has-slowed-down.html)

What not to do when detailing a car! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/28226-what-not-do-when-detailing-car.html)

Tips for working in warm/hot weather or direct sunlight (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/26961-tips-working-warm-hot-weather-direct-sunlight.html)




Swirls, Scratches, Water Spots, RIDS, Rock Chips, Imprint Chips

How To Remove Sprinkler Water Spots (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/31000-how-remove-sprinkler-water-spots.html)

Tunnel Car Wash Brush Scratches (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/29958-tunnel-car-wash-brush-scratches.html)

DISO = The Dealership Installed Swirl Option (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/28401-diso-dealership-installed-swirl-option.html)

Imprint Chips - Chips in the paint caused by a thrown egg (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/27807-imprint-chips-chips-paint-caused-thrown-egg.html)

The difference between Rotary Buffer Swirls, Cobweb Swirls and Micro-Marring (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/28443-difference-between-rotary-buffer-swirls-cobweb-swirls-micro-marring.html)

Tracers Tracers - RIDS - Pigtails - Cobweb Swirls - Rotary Buffer Swirls - Holograms - Water Spots - Bird Drooping Etchings - Micro-Marring (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/22234-tracers-rids-pigtails-cobweb-swirls-rotary-buffer-swirls-holograms-water-spots-bird-droping-etchings-micro-marring.html)

Fingermarks (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/20496-finger-marks.html)






Bird Droppings

How long does it take for a bird dropping to etch paint? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/30535-how-long-does-take-bird-dropping-etch-paint.html)

How to safely remove a dried bird dropping (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/23231-how-safely-remove-dried-bird-dropping.html)

Two Types of Bird Dropping Etchings (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/24924-two-types-bird-dropping-etchings.html)



Speedy Prep Towel

New - Video: Speedy Prep Towel in use (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/54809-video-speedy-prep-towel-use.html)

New - Video: Removing Overspray Paint with Speedy Prep Towel (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/57439-video-removing-overspray-paint-speedy-prep-towel.html)

New - How To Use the Speedy Surface Prep Towel (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/56575-how-use-speedy-surface-prep-towel.html)





Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads

New - Frequently Asked Questions about the Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/57462-frequently-asked-questions-about-nanoskin-autoscrub-pads.html)

New - Video: How To use the Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads on a PC7424XP (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/57461-video-how-use-nanoskin-autoscrub-pads-pc7424xp.html)

New - How To use Nanoskin Autoscrub Pads on Flex 3401 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/56304-how-use-nanoskin-autoscrub-pads-flex-3401-a.html)





Misc Topics

New - It takes just as long to do it wrong... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/57400-takes-just-long-do-wrong.html)


New - Petroleum Distillates or Solvents (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/57173-petroleum-distillates-solvents.html)





How to Remove Hair line scratches on Wood Trim? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/29615-how-remove-hair-line-scratches-wood-trim.html)

What temperature ranges are best for applying compounds, polishes, waxes and paint sealants (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/46956-what-temperature-ranges-best-applying-compounds-polishes-waxes-paint-sealants.html)

Tile Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/44969-tile-wax.html)

The Role Silicone Plays in Car Care Products (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/44068-role-silicone-plays-car-care-products.html)

The Worst Secret Technique I've Ever Witnessed! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/39818-worst-secret-technique-i-ve-ever-witnessed.html)

How to determine what type of wheels you have? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/40091-how-determine-what-type-wheels-you-have.html)

Swirls and Scratches Don't Exist (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/30565-swirls-scratches-don-t-exist.html)

Miscible and Immiscible - Wax and Paint Sealant Bonding (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/31186-miscible-immiscible-wax-paint-sealant-bonding.html)

How to Mix IPA for Inspecting Correction Results (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/31183-how-mix-ipa-inspecting-correction-results.html)

Swirls and Scratches Don't Exist (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/30565-swirls-scratches-don-t-exist.html)

The Beach Towel Tip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/30894-beach-towel-tip.html)

Static Electricity and Dust Attraction to your Car's Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/29355-static-electricity-dust-attraction-your-car-s-paint.html)

The Graphic Equalizer Analogy to Polishing Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/29315-graphic-equalizer-analogy-polishing-paint.html)

"It ain't braggin' if you can back it up." -Dizzy Dean (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/29124-ain-t-braggin-if-you-can-back-up-dizzy-dean.html)

The story of 3 H's - Horrendous, Horror Story and Hack Detailers... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/28142-story-3-h-s-horrendous-horror-story-hack-detailers.html)

Factors that affect how aggressive or non-aggressive a product is... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/28458-factors-affect-how-aggressive-non-aggressive-product.html)

"Use the least aggressive product to get the job done" (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/28505-use-least-aggressive-product-get-job-done.html)

Sacrificial Barrier Coating = The purpose of a wax or synthetic paint sealant (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/28566-sacrificial-barrier-coating-purpose-wax-synthetic-paint-sealant.html)

Which products need to dry – The Car Wax Mentality (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/28593-products-need-dry-car-wax-mentality.html)

"Taking your car's paint to it's maximum potential" (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/27081-taking-your-car-s-paint-s-maximum-potential.html)

"Find something you like and use it often" (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/24310-find-something-you-like-use-often.html)

Do you tip your detailer? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/24689-do-you-tip-your-detailer.html)

Discussion Forums - A relatively "new" invention... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/24038-discussion-forums-relatively-new-invention.html)

The Mindset of a Professional Detailer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/20551-mindset-professional-detailer.html)

Put a little passion behind the pad - Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/23568-put-little-passion-behind-pad-mike-phillips.html)

The difference between a swirl and squirrel (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/23142-difference-between-swirl-squirrel.html)

"Polishing paint is polishing paint, detailing is getting the wax out of the cracks" (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/22285-polishing-paint-polishing-paint-detailing-getting-wax-out-cracks.html)

Polishing paint is an art form... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/22351-polishing-paint-art-form.html)

Respect (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/19988-respect.html)

First use of the Apple iPad in a car detailing video... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/26627-first-use-ipad-car-detailing-video.html)



Interior Polishing

How to Remove Hair line scratches on Wood Trim? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/29615-how-remove-hair-line-scratches-wood-trim.html)



Convertible Top Care and Maintenance - Canvas

Video: How To Clean and Protect a Cloth Convertible Top (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/24317-video-how-clean-protect-cloth-convertible-top.html)

How to cover and protect a convertible top before machine buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/48328-how-cover-protect-convertible-top-before-machine-buffing.html)



Vinyl Top Care and Maintenance


ssssssssssssssssss How to clean and protect convertible canvas and cloth tops (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/49989-how-clean-protect-convertible-canvas-cloth-tops.html)



How To Restore and Protect a Vinyl Top using 303 Products (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/31874-how-restore-protect-vinyl-top-using-303-products.html)



Engine Detailing

How to use a Discussion Forum to Detail an Engine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/20328-how-use-discussion-forum-detail-engine.html)



Glass Polishing

NEW - How to remove tiny pinhole pits in glass windows using a rotary buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/diamondite/40436-how-remove-tiny-pinhole-pits-glass-windows-using-rotary-buffer.html)



Taping-off and Covering Up

How to cover and protect a convertible top before machine buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/48328-how-cover-protect-convertible-top-before-machine-buffing.html)

The Beach Towel Tip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/30894-beach-towel-tip.html)

The Soft Flannel Bed Sheet Tip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/34828-soft-flannel-bed-sheet-tip.html)

Tips on Taping Off Thin Paint and Chipped Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/31818-tips-taping-off-thin-paint-chipped-paint.html)

Tape it off and avoid a lifetime of ugly... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/29951-tape-off-avoid-lifetime-ugly.html)

Best Practice - Avoid buffing on top of body lines and edges (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rough-draft/20168-best-practice-avoid-buffing-top-body-lines-edges.html)



Wheels and Tires

How to determine what type of wheels you have? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/40091-how-determine-what-type-wheels-you-have.html)


Boats, RV's and Motorhomes


How to wash, polish and wax your RV or Motorhome (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/boat-rv-detailing/50598-how-wash-polish-wax-your-rv-motorhome.html)






Business and Promotion

New - How to use a one-step cleaner/wax to maximize profits (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/58359-how-use-one-step-cleaner-wax-maximize-profits.html)



Expose yourself for more business... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/28331-expose-yourself-more-business.html)

A few tips on starting a part-time detailing business (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/27827-few-tips-starting-part-time-detailing-business.html)

How to put up a website for about $20.00 a year (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/27823-how-put-up-website-about-20-00-year.html)

Tips for using a discussion forum to reach more customers... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/24041-tips-using-discussion-forum-reach-more-customers.html)

Brand Yourself, Brand your Forum Nickname and Brand your Business Name (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/23241-brand-yourself-brand-your-forum-nickname-brand-your-business-name.html)

How to choose a name for your detailing business (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/22283-how-choose-name-your-detailing-business.html)

The Reverse Test Spot (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/22341-reverse-test-spot.html)

The power in the after shots is created in the before shots (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/21216-power-after-shots-created-before-shots.html)

The Cruel Test Spot - This or that? - Reverse Bait & Switch (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/22275-cruel-test-spot-reverse-bait-switch.html)

Getting Insurance for a Detailing Business - Thread Archive (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/30552-insurance-detailing-business-thread-archive.html)

Your Signature - Don't leave one... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/31819-your-signature-don-t-leave-one.html)




Check out our forum on earning money by detailing cars...

How to make money detailing cars (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/)

Do you want to have a career in the car industry? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/27130-do-you-want-have-career-car-industry.html)




Success Stories


Two Part Success Story

Getting my Griot's DA Polisher today and need some direction? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/35518-getting-my-griot-s-da-polisher-today-need-some-direction.html)

Getting a feel for the Griot's (pics) (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/35563-getting-feel-griots-pics.html)

Wolfgang Twins (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wolfgang-car-care/34641-wolfgang-twins.html)

Lessons I learned from a Black 2009 BMW 550i (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/33599-lessons-i-learned-black-2009-bmw-550i.html)

How To Remove Horrible Rotary Buffer Swirl Marks out of a 350Z using the Wolfgang Twins (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/21413-horrible-swirl-marks.html)

Getting my Griot's DA Polisher today and need some direction? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/35518-getting-my-griot-s-da-polisher-today-need-some-direction.html)

Proof You Can Do It! - Joe The Detailer - Black Porsche Turned into Black Pearl! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/25226-proof-you-can-do-joe-detailer-black-porsche-turned-into-black-pearl.html)

55 Ferraris , 12 Porsches , 2 Bentleys + .. in 8 months! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/30965-55-ferraris-12-porsches-2-bentleys-8-months.html)

Im 15 and i have a detailing business! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-make-money-detailing-cars/28724-im-15-i-have-detailing-business.html)

Proof the Average Guy can get Professional Results their first time Machine Polishing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/25198-proof-average-guy-can-get-professional-results-their-first-time-machine-polishing.html)





Tips, Techniques and How-to Articles for Interacting on Discussion Forums

NEW - How to navigate to other pages in a thread (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/44227-how-navigate-other-pages-thread.html)



NEW - How To Subscribe to a Thread (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/44570-how-subscribe-thread.html)


Roll Call - What's your real first name? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/33701-roll-call-what-s-your-real-first-name.html)

How To Register with the Autogeek Discussion Forum (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/27444-how-register-autogeek-discussion-forum.html)

How to start a new thread & How to reply to an existing thread (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/27449-how-start-new-thread-discussion-forum-reply-existing-thread.html)

Using a member's Posting History to find an answer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/30453-using-member-s-posting-history-find-answer.html)

A tip to help yourself get great answers when you start a thread (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/29344-tip-help-yourself-get-great-answers-when-you-start-thread.html)

How to write a good title for your thread (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/introduce-yourself/20306-how-write-good-title-your-post.html)

What to do when you see a problem on the forum (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/24085-what-do-when-you-see-problem-forum.html)

How to share an article using a blue clickable link (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/23913-how-share-article-using-blue-clickable-link.html)

How to expand the message box (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/23245-how-expand-message-box.html)

How to tell if you're logged into the forum? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-do-different-types-things-ag-discussion-forum/21293-how-tell-if-you-re-logged-into-forum.html)

Post your intro thread here but post topical question in the related forum group (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/introduce-yourself/20177-post-your-intro-thread-here-but-post-topical-question-related-forum-group.html)

How to use the "Editor Mode" to break a single quoted message up into smaller quoted sections (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/20690-how-use-editor-mode-break-single-quoted-message-up-into-smaller-quoted-sections.html)

Please post your questions to our discussion forum - Don't send them to me in a PM or E-mail... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/20610-please-post-your-questions-our-discussion-forum-don-t-send-them-me-pm-e-mail.html)

20 Minute Time Limit for Editing Messages (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/introduce-yourself/24089-20-minute-time-limit-editing-messages.html)



Photography and Working with Pictures on the Internet

New - How to use Image Tags to insert a photo (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/56732-how-use-image-tags-insert-photo.html)


New - Photography 101 - The low down front grill shot (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/52382-photography-101-low-down-front-grill-shot.html)


How to create dedicated albums in your photo gallery... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/43357-how-create-dedicated-albums-your-photo-gallery.html)

If you're going to be a "Forum Person" on ANY forum, help yourself by learning how to work with picture on the Internet (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/40083-if-you-re-going-forum-person-any-forum-help-yourself-learning-how-work-picture-internet.html)

How to resize your photos before uploading to a photo gallery (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/35250-how-resize-your-photos-before-uploading-photo-gallery.html) - Using Easy Thumbnails

Handiest little picture viewer tool I've been using for years now... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/26202-handiest-little-picture-viewer-tool-i-ve-been-using-years-now.html)

How to upload a photo into your Autogeek Photo Gallery (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-do-different-types-things-ag-discussion-forum/21295-how-upload-photo-into-your-autogeek-photo-gallery.html)

How to insert an image from your photo gallery into your message (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles-discussion-forums/21313-how-insert-image-your-photo-gallery-into-your-message.html)

How-To capture swirls, scratches, etchings and other surface defects with your camera (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/26917-how-capture-swirls-scratches-etchings-other-surface-defects-your-camera.html)

How-to work with pictures on discussion forums (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles-discussion-forums/21320-how-work-pictures-discussion-forums.html)

How to crop out the fluff and resize your pictures! - Using FREE online software! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tips-techniques-how-articles-interacting-discussion-forums/23918-how-crop-out-fluff-resize-your-pictures-using-free-online-software.html)

Photobucket and Missing Pictures (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/23699-photobucket-missing-pictures.html)






Detailing Class Information Articles

8 hour Saturday class condensed into about 20 minutes (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/32416-8-hour-saturday-class-condensed-into-about-20-minutes.html)

Pictures & Comments from September 18th, 2010 Saturday Detailing 101 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-saturday-detailing-101/28890-pictures-comments-september-18th-2010-saturday-detailing-101-a.html)

Pictures & Comments from September 19th Detailing 102 Class (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-sunday-detailing-102-advanced-class/28953-pictures-comments-september-19th-detailing-102-class.html)

Show Car Garage Studio Transformed into Show Car Garage Classroom! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/28861-show-car-garage-studio-transformed-into-show-car-garage-classroom.html)

Before and After - What you learn to do in our Detailing 101 Class (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-saturday-detailing-101/28315-before-after-what-you-learn-do-our-detailing-101-class.html)

Before and After - What you learn to do in our Detailing 102 Class (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-sunday-detailing-102-advanced-class/28316-before-after-what-you-learn-do-our-detailing-102-class.html)

Pictures and Comments from April 24th Damp Sanding and Machine Polishing Class (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-saturday-detailing-101/25109-pictures-comments-april-24th-damp-sanding-machine-polishing-class.html)

Detailing Class - Frequently Asked Questions (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rough-draft/20410-detailing-class-frequently-asked-questions.html)

Autogeek Detailing Classes - Wet-Sanding by Hand & Machine - Using the Rotary Buffer and DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/company-forum-news-headlines/20369-new-classes-wet-sanding-hand-machine-using-rotary-buffer-da-polishers.html)

Hotels, Airports and Attractions near Autogeek's Garage! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-saturday-detailing-101/20505-hotels-airports-attractions-near-autogeek-s-garage.html)

Guest Speaker -Model A Club (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/32597-guest-speaker-model-club.html)





Detail Projects Pictures, Videos & Live Broadcasts

NEW - Video and Pictures - 1967 AC Cobra and 1949 Packard Show Car Makeovers! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-autogeek-s-car-week/50707-video-pictures-1967-ac-cobra-1949-packard-show-car-makeovers.html)


NEW - Live Broadcast Video - 1965 Plymouth Valiant - Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-autogeek-s-car-week/49293-live-broadcast-video-1965-plymouth-valiant-extreme-makeover.html)



NEW - Live Video Broadcast - 1947 Chevy & 1986 Porsche 928 - Extreme Makeovers (http://www.palmbeachmotoring.net/showcargarage/livefeed.html)



Sniper by Troy Trepanier - Removing Swirls for a show car finish (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/50824-sniper-troy-trepanier-removing-swirls-show-car-finish.html)


NEW - Diamond Plate Aluminum from Dullsville to Mirror Shine on a 1947 Chevy Pickup (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/47622-diamond-plate-aluminum-dullsville-mirror-shine-1947-chevy-pickup.html)

1956 Pontiac Star Chief Convertible (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/34525-1956-pontiac-star-chief-convertible.html)

Good upper body workout - Buffing out Bruno's RV (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/33783-good-upper-body-workout-buffing-out-bruno-s-rv.html)

1972 Challenger - Foam Pads - Meguiar's Microfiber Compound & Polish/Wax - Single Stage Black Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/32959-1972-challenger-foam-pads-meguiar-s-microfiber-compound-polish-wax-single-stage-black-paint.html)

Before and After Shots - Meguiar’s DA Microfiber Polishing System (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/32787-before-after-shots-meguiar-s-da-microfiber-polishing-system.html)

1960 Ford Ranchero - Extreme Makeover - M105/M205 Tag Team (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/31839-1960-ford-ranchero-extreme-makeover-m105-m205-tag-team.html)

1986 Buick Regal T-Type Turbo - Upcoming Project Car (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/32405-1986-buick-regal-t-type-turbo-upcoming-project-car.html)

Dodge Neon Extreme Makeover with Dodo Juice (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/31073-dodge-neon-extreme-makeover-dodo-juice.html)

KISS Detail - Extreme Makeover - Toyota Highlander (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/30979-kiss-detail-extreme-makeover-toyota-highlander.html)

Pictures + Video of 1932 Ford Highboy Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-open-garage-classes/27392-pictures-video-1932-ford-highboy-extreme-makeover.html)

Old School Aluminum Slotted Mag Wheels - Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/27892-old-school-aluminum-slotted-mag-wheels-extreme-makeover.html)

1994 Porsche Detailed for "Operation Comfort" Modeled by Brittany from Stuart, Florida (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/26233-1994-porsche-detailed-operation-comfort-modeled-brittany.html)

Dodge Magnum - Swirl Removal - Mothers Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/25708-dodge-magnum-swirl-removal-mothers-extreme-makeover.html)

Behemoth II - 1973 Lincoln Continental (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/25270-behemoth-ii-1973-lincoln-continental.html)

Behold Behemoth! - Cleaned & Sealed with DP Poli-Coat (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/dp/25247-behold-behemoth-cleaned-sealed-dp-poli-coat.html)

1975 Vinyl Seats - Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/20341-1975-vinyl-seats-extreme-makeover.html)

Grocery Cart Scratch Removal using Pinnacle Advanced Swirl Remover and Porter Cable 7424XP (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pinnacle-wax/20871-grocery-cart-scratch-removal-using-pinnacle-advanced-swirl-remover-porter-cable-7424xp.html)

1967 Starline Deville - Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/21147-1967-starline-deville-extreme-makeover.html)

1957 Chevrolet Belair Extreme Makeover - Flex 3401 & Wolfgang Smackdown! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/20751-1957-chevrolet-belair-extreme-makeover-flex-3401-wolfgang-smackdown.html)

Operation Comfort - Lonesome Dove Ranch Trip (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/29582-operation-comfort-lonesome-dove-ranch-trip.html)

School of Horrendous! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/31757-school-horrendous.html)

1966 Corvette Stingray - Machine Polish & Machine Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/40053-1966-corvette-stingray-machine-polish-machine-wax.html)



Fun Stuff

Habanero Hot Sauce Heaven - From Belize! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/39779-habanero-hot-sauce-heaven-belize.html)

Master Glaze - An AIO from the old days... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/25238-master-glaze-aio-old-days.html)

You ever see a Square Steering Wheel? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/31838-you-ever-see-square-steering-wheel.html)

1931 Ford Sedan - Restoration Project for Dad (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/30316-1931-ford-sedan-restoration-project-dad.html)

New addition to the wall in my office... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/30269-new-addition-wall-my-office.html)

One Week on the Road with Max for Operation Comfort (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/29740-one-week-road-max-operation-comfort.html)

Pictures from Operation Comfort - Autogeek in San Antonio, Texas (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/company-forum-news-headlines/29667-pictures-operation-comfort-autogeek-san-antonio-texas.html)

GTG in San Antonio, Texas Thursday, October 14th at the Concours Auto Salon (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/29199-gtg-san-antonio-texas-thursday-october-14th-4.html)

Maiden Voyage - 1967 Starline Deville in Stuart, Florida (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/29117-maiden-voyage-1967-starline-deville-stuart-florida.html)

Stuart Grill and Ale House Car Show (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/28260-stuart-grill-ale-house-car-show.html)

This is called Stretching (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/25976-called-stretching.html)

Virtual Car Show - South East Rods & Customs in Jupiter, Florida! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/26891-virtual-car-show-south-east-rods-customs-jupiter-florida.html)

Video: Please help me to welcome Brittany, our Show Car Garage Model, to AutogeekOnline! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/26075-video-please-help-me-welcome-brittany-our-show-car-garage-model-autogeekonline.html)

The Caddy King's Hidden Collection of 1959 Cadillacs! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/25285-caddy-king-s-hidden-collection-1959-cadillacs.html)

1966 Milk Truck (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/24968-1966-chevy-milk-truck.html)

Harvey Meets Behemoth (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/24825-harvey-meets-behemoth.html)

Big Bad Chevy - Emphasis on the words Big and Bad... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/24784-big-bad-chevy-emphasis-words-big-bad.html)

Pictures from Barrett-Jackson 2010 - Mothers Virtual Power Tour (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/24627-pictures-barrett-jackson-2010-mothers-virtual-power-tour.html)

Some Vintage Meguiar's Products from my Collection (Lots of pictures) (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/24271-some-vintage-meguiar-s-products-my-collection-lots-pictures.html)

Wild Paint Job - Swirl Removal - Cover of Trukin Magazine (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/23747-wild-paint-job-swirl-removal-cover-trukin-magazine.html)

Video - Jay Leno's Piss'd Off Pete by the Blastolene Brothers! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/21650-video-jay-leno-s-pissed-off-pete-blastolene-brothers.html)

Antique Craftsman Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/22562-antique-craftsman-rotary-buffer.html)

Antique Sioux Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/22561-antique-sioux-rotary-buffer.html)

1967 Starline Deville - Extreme Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/21147-1967-starline-deville-extreme-makeover.html)

Posting Stats, Articles & Videos (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/27002-posting-stats-articles-videos.html)

It's been one year now... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/company-forum-news-headlines/27806-s-been-one-year-now.html)

And now for something completely different... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/27443-now-something-completely-different-coffinhack.html)

My Dad's 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/28786-my-dad-s-1965-ford-thunderbird-convertible.html)

NEW - Vintage Liquid Glass Pictures (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/27091-vintage-liquid-glass-pictures.html)

NEW - Antique Computer Software (Seriously) (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/49253-antique-computer-software-seriously.html)

NEW - I didn't always detail cars... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/48009-i-didn-t-always-detail-cars.html)


NEW - 3 "Best of Class" wins for Autogeek Forum Members at Super Chevy! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-autogeek-s-car-week/48004-3-best-class-wins-autogeek-forum-members-super-chevy.html)

NEW - Antique Turtle Wax with Brillium (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/42467-antique-turtle-wax-brillium.html)


NEW - Mad Scientists in the Autogeek Laboratory! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/43712-mad-scientists-autogeek-laboratory.html)


Scrape, Terry Cook, Chip Foose, Christoper Titus and the Titanic (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/40619-scrape-terry-cook-chip-foose-christoper-titus-titanic.html)




Not my articles but valuable information

How to Remove Hair line scratches on Wood Trim? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/29615-how-remove-hair-line-scratches-wood-trim.html)

Taking care of a new paint job - Fresh Black Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/30526-fresh-black-paint.html)

What not to do when detailing a car! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/28226-what-not-do-when-detailing-car.html)




Articles Published on AutoTraderClassic.com

Polishing Old School Aluminum Slotted Mag Wheels (http://www.autotraderclassics.com/car-article/Extreme+Makeover-74974.xhtml)

Restoring Single Stage Paint (http://www.autotraderclassics.com/car-article/Restoring+Single+Stage+Paint%3A+Part+1-65310.xhtml?conversationId=352994)




Product Reviews

NEW - NEW Optimum Microfiber Polishing Pads - Used with DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/42291-new-optimum-microfiber-polishing-pads-used-da-polishers.html)

NEW - All about Pinnacle Souveran Paste Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pinnacle-wax/48041-all-about-pinnacle-souveran-paste-wax.html)

NEW - Optimum G-P-S - First impressions... (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/43196-optimum-g-p-s-first-impressions.html)

NEW - Metal Polishing - The finishing touch (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wolfgang-car-care/)

NEW - Grit Guard Pad Washer Cart (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/38005-grit-guard-pad-washer-cart.html)

NEW Optimum Microfiber Polishing Pads - Used with DA Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/42291-new-optimum-microfiber-polishing-pads-used-da-polishers.html)

New! Cyclo Model 5 Pro Series - Variable Speed (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/cyclo-polisher-accessories/30559-new-cyclo-model-5-pro-series-variable-speed.html)

The New FLEX PE14-2-150 Rotary Buffer (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/30206-new-flex-pe14-2-150-rotary-buffer.html)

Autogeek Foam Cannon Fittings (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/25903-foam-cannon-fittings.html)

Sonax Cut & Finish and Sonax Perfect Finish at Autogeek.net (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/30303-sonax-cut-finish-sonax-perfect-finish-autogeek-net.html)

New: 1-Pad Polishing System from Lake Country (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/29904-new-1-pad-polishing-system-lake-country.html)

Leather Master Car Interior Protection Cream Wipe (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/29901-leather-master-car-interior-protection-cream-wipe.html)

Masters Leather Soft Cleaner and Leather Vital (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/29897-masters-leather-soft-cleaner-leather-vital.html)

Leather Master Interior Service Kit (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/29898-leather-master-interior-service-kit.html)

How-To: Diamondite Bug Eraser™ Waterless Bug Remover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/diamondite/26358-how-diamondite-bug-eraser-waterless-bug-remover.html)

Surbuf MicroFinger Buffing Pads now at Autogeek! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/23927-surbuf-microfinger-buffing-pads-now-autogeek.html)

How To - Paint Contamination Removal System (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/25464-how-paint-contamination-removal-system.html)

Interior Cleaning and Protecting with Detailer's Pride Professional Products (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/20447-how-clean-protect-interior-leather-vinyl-detailer-s-pride.html)

Two "Must Have" Car Washing Tools - The Brass Shut-off Valve & Brass Quick Connector (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21488-two-must-have-car-washing-tools-brass-shut-off-valve-brass-quick-connector.html)

Wolfgang Spot Remover - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21462-wolfgang-spot-remover-review-how.html)

Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21362-wolfgang-deep-gloss-paint-sealant-review.html)

Wolfgang Auto Bathe - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21490-wolfgang-auto-bathe-review-how.html)

Video - Glass Polishing Results - Mercedes-Benz (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-videos/21131-video-glass-polishing-results-mercedes-benz.html)

Wolfgang Black Diamond Tire Gel - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21925-wolfgang-black-diamond-tire-gel-review-how.html)

Brinkmann Maxfire Dual Xenon Rechargeable Spotlight - Review and How-To (http://www.autogeek.net/brinkmann-swirl-finder-light.html)

Wolfgang Elastic Poly Clay Bar - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21823-wolfgang-elastic-poly-clay-bar-review-how.html)

RaggTopp Fabric Protectant Review - Waterproofing & Waterbeading and and Good Looks Too! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21706-raggtopp-fabric-protectant-review-waterproofing-waterbeading.html)

Wolfgang Tire & Wheel Cleaner - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/22153-wolfgang-tire-wheel-cleaner-review-how.html)

Wolfgang Paintwork Polish Enhancer - Review and How-to (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/21425-wolfgang-paintwork-polish-enhancer-review-how.html)

How To Build Your Own Emergency Car Care Kit (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/23392-how-build-your-own-emergency-car-care-kit.html)

Pro Blend Bottle Proportioners - Accurately Measure Concentrates (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/23136-pro-blend-bottle-proportioners-accurately-measure-concentrates.html)

Step-by-Step How-To Article using Pinnacle Products with the new PC 7424XP (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/19994-2008-lexus-250-pinnacle-detail.html)




Live Broadcasts
Watch it now! - DetailFest Saturday and Sunday Classes - Live Broadcast! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/autogeek-s-detailfest-info/34895-watch-now-detailfest-saturday-sunday-classes-live-broadcast.html)
6 Videos - Approximately 1 hour long each!



Good Catch-All Forum to Post Questions instead of sending them to me in a Private Message...

Detailing 101 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/)


:)

A4 1.8tqm
02-23-2010, 03:02 PM
Well, I guess it's time to shutdown the forum and just make this the homepage. :p

Mike Phillips
02-23-2010, 03:53 PM
Actually, I needed this list for two reasons,

1) I have articles spread out all the AG forum and sometimes it's too time consuming to remember where that at to snag the clickable link to insert into a thread as part of an answer to a question; so by having a list I'm hoping to be able to find them faster.

2) Over the years I often times have people, both on the forums and in the real world tell me they read my articles and recently when someone said that to me I asked them if they had seen a fairly new article on whatever topic we were discussing and he said "no" and that's when I thought I should assemble them in one list.

That's all, easy for me to find, easy for anyone else that's insterested...


I don't know how many articles I have on MOL but once in a while I try to re-write them so can post them over here without plagiarizing myself. :D


:)

maxisiri
02-23-2010, 06:12 PM
Very nice way to organize your articles and very helpful!

Mike Phillips
02-23-2010, 06:27 PM
Yeah... all I have to do is remember to update it each time I post a new article...

Like this one...


Using a 4" Spot Repair Kit to Remove Paint Defects (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/wool-foam-buffing-pads/23727-using-4-spot-repair-kit-remove-paint-defects.html)


I need a "Keeper of the List"


:)

Matt
02-23-2010, 07:17 PM
:thankyousign::thankyousign::thankyousign: :urtheman:

I think the above says it all! I'm always trying to search for your articles so I can send my friends the link to read but the searching can be so time consuming (gotta make them Autogeeks too :props:)

I'm gonna bookmark this thread now!

CEE DOG
02-23-2010, 07:39 PM
Great idea Mike! Thank you!

Chris Thomas
02-23-2010, 09:33 PM
That's why I took the time to consolidate all the info in the ONR: The Definitive Thread, Mike. I just wanted to have it handy and help others find the info.

Pie
02-24-2010, 01:16 AM
This is great, only thing left is to sticky it!

rohnramirez
02-24-2010, 01:20 AM
Excellent!!!

A4 1.8tqm
02-24-2010, 03:49 AM
Well, I guess it's time to shutdown the forum and just make this the homepage. :p

Oh, You know I was joking. By that I meant "Here is the Fountain of Detailing Knowledge" :props:


Actually, I needed this list for two reasons...
...That's all, easy for me to find, easy for anyone else that's insterested... :)

Thank you for compiling all of your incredibly informative threads! Very convenient. :thankyousign::thankyousign: :urtheman:

O.C.Detailing
02-24-2010, 09:45 AM
Nice! STICKY, STICKY, STICKY, STICKY, STICKY!!!

Jossy92
02-24-2010, 10:05 AM
I think the articles also allow many respected senior members add to them with their unique experience. MOL is still evolving because of that.
Helps everyone teach each other, even newbs. IMO

Mike Phillips
02-24-2010, 10:17 AM
Nice! STICKY, STICKY, STICKY, STICKY, STICKY!!!


This is a work in progress as I'm still adding more articles, I think I just added another dozen or so since I started this list yesterday and I have about 5-6 more pages to sift through and add articles that I've written since September or 2009 when I joined the AG Team.

:)




I think the articles also allow many respected senior members add to them with their unique experience. MOL is still evolving because of that.


I agree.

The cool thing about a discussion forum is that it's interactive, if I create an article and another forum member adds to it then the article becomes better and everyone can take from it what they will.



Helps everyone teach each other, even newbs. IMO



There was a member of my original forum back in 2002 called TheArtofPolishingPaint.com and his signature line was,

"Each one teach one"

And I can't remember his name because if I could I would give him credit for his signature line and actually philosophy because I've shared it and practiced and passed it along ever since.

:dblthumb2:

acc1079
02-24-2010, 05:15 PM
I vote for best post of the year!!!!! :D