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Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Re: The training cars for the 2016 May Competition Ready 3-day Detailing Class
Class was awesome man really enjoyed it and learned a lot. Can't wait to get out in the field and grow, thanks a lot Mike will see you Saturday at the cars n coffee!
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Mike's Competition Ready detailing class
I just finished Mike's 3 day "Competition Ready Detailing Class" held at Autogeek. Yes, I've read plenty of forums, and I've viewed videos on proper use of tools and chemicals. But, if you're like me, I learn the BEST from reading, seeing, and DOING. This class is spectacular. There's very little "classroom" training. Instead, it's almost ALL hands on training. Mike and his team have you working on great cars that have their challenges. After they're fully detailed, you can't imagine the improvement...it's shocking!
Spend the $1,500, and learn how to properly take care of the investments you've made. There's no reason to risk it by letting someone else put their hands on your cars.
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Re: The training cars for the 2016 May Competition Ready 3-day Detailing Class
First up - 1959 Cadillac Convertible and a 1941 Studebaker President
The 1959 Cadillac is fully restored with only 17,000 miles on it. The paint is new and it is a basecoat/clearcoat paint system just like new cars and trucks have.
The 1941 Studebaker President is a streetrod with a small block Chevy engine and automatic transmission. It has an antique single stage paint job.
These were the warm-up training cars for Friday. Friday is Fun Day! It's the day you learn to use all the popular polishers you see and hear about in the blogosphere. We start out with the easiest tools to learn how to use and master and these would be,
Porter Cable 7424XP Dual Action Polisher - 8mm orbit stroke length
Griot's Garage 6" Dual Action Polisher - 8mm orbit stroke length
Meguiar's MT300 Dual Action Polisher - 8mm orbit stroke length
Cyclo Polisher - 15mm orbit stroke length
For these two cars we used McKee's 37 products including,
McKee's 37 Fast Compound
McKee's 37 Fast Polish
McKee's 37 Jeweling Wax
The pads used were Lake Country 5.5" foam flat pads, orange, white and black.
BEFORE PICTURES
I have before pictures for the Cadillac but the 1941 Studebaker was a last minute substitute as the 1956 Buick Special that was supposed to be at the class canceled. The Studebaker was dropped off late Thursday night and we started first thing Friday morning so - no time to get the before pictures.
I have the longest history of any online detailer of fully documenting all my work and all my classes so you can take my word for it or not, that's up to you but I'm here to tell you that the paint on the Studebaker was a WRECK before my class used it as a training car.
Caddy Before Pictures
Swirl City
I parked this car outside in the sun to document what the paint actually looks like and as you can see it's filled with swirls, scratches and some water spots. The people that attend this class will be the people that learn how to create a true show car finish on one of the most popular cars ever built in the history of man.
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Studebaker before pictures
I didn't take these my guess is Andre did. Thanks Andre. Notice how the color is lighter than the after pictures and a lot of this is the cause of oxidation over time.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104937
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104938
Here's my class that did the amazing extreme makeovers to these two beautiful cars.
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Here's my class that did the amazing extreme makeovers to these two beautiful cars.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104904
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104905
Here's the results...
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104906
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104907
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104908
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104909
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http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104915
Great job everyone!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
For all my students reading this thread, I'm also posting these picture to my Facebook page. If you haven't already, please send me a friend request and I'll tag you in the pictures.
Mike Phillips Facebook Page
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
I attended the May 2016 Competition Ready Detailing class with Mike Philips. I’m an amateur detailer who details his own cars as a hobby. Both Mike and Andre were very helpful assisting me with my technique. Since I detail on a limited basis it was beneficial to have three days to hone my skills using a multitude of DA polishers and detailing products. Mike’s “learn by doing” method was in full effect during the three-day class.
Even simple, yet critical steps such as using detailing clay was covered in detail. Using a plastic baggie to feel impurities in the paint before and after claying was informative. Mike also provided opportunities to use Nanoskin wash mitts to compare and contrast results.
I have a Porter Cable 7424XP, but having the exposure to higher end polishers will help me to make an educated decision if/when I want to take the next step to upgrade my equipment. The Rupes, Flex, and Griot’s BOSS polishers are nice machines. I’m grateful that I had the opportunity to use them. The concentration on the three step process was of particular interest to me because I want to establish and keep a “Show Car” shine on my vehicles. We transformed a multitude of dull vehicles into eye-popping stunners. Mike selected an excellent cross-section of cars that kept the interest of the class members. Seeing the positive reaction of some of the owners when they received their vehicles validated the hard work the of the class members! All were impressed by the quality of the work.
I was exposed to ceramic coatings for the first time. The end result on the Mustang and Jaguar was astounding. Mike went step-by-step on the preparation of the vehicles (cleaning) which was critical before application of the coating. Mike was also methodical in his instruction on the application of the ceramic coating to ensure the desired end result. If I had not taken the class, I would have never considered a ceramic coating for my personal vehicles. Seeing the process first hand gives me the confidence to do so.
Engine bay detailing was also covered. Degreasing and cosmetic detailing methods are skills I can put to work immediately. Glass polishing and headlight restoration done the right way will come into use in the future.
The Showcar Garage was a great facility for use as a classroom and for hands-on work. Well-equipped, clean, and orderly.
I was also drawn to the class in order to work with an expert. Mike is certainly that.
So, if you’re a hobbyist who wants to detail his own vehicles with spectacular results, this is the class for you.
Fred
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Congrats on a great accomplishment guys !!!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Next up... the 1962 Buick Invicta and the 1965 GTO!
The 1962 Buick Invicta belongs to my friend Richard Apsley. We used Richard's black 1940 Ford Coupe in my January class. Richard purchased this car at a Mecum Auction. The paint was completely filled with HOLOGRAMS! Besides that it's a very beautiful Invicta Convertible especially after the class removed all of the Holograms.
The other car is a 1965 Pontiac GTO that belongs to my friend Earl Dempsey who we all know as Earl the Plumber. The paint on the GTO was filled with swirls and scratches. We used this car for some videos we shot for the Mothers Wax Attack 2 polisher but when we shot those videos we only buffed out two small sections. So it was nice to have Earl bring the car back and the class successfully removed all the swirls and scratches and created a show car finish worthy of this Big Block Goat!
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104916
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104917
Earl the Plumber's mean and nasty 1965 Pontiac GTO
Here's the before pictures...
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=100946
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Here's the after pictures...
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104918
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Richard's 1962 Buick Invicta Convertible!
Here's some shots of the holograms the day of the class. Notice all the other cool cars in the background? This was taken on the first day of the class, Friday, May 6th, 2016
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104976
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Here's the results the class produced...
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It was around noon and time for lunch so after moving the Buick and the GTO outside everyone had a chance to inspect their work results in FULL overhead sun. Of course everyone also was able to inspect the paint BEFORE buffing out these cars in full overhead sun so they all know and understand what amazing transformations took place at their class.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104928
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Cleber liking what he sees!
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104936
More to come.... a LOT more to come!
This class was over the top with really cool cars and super high caliber people!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Originally Posted by
fred129
I attended the May 2016 Competition Ready Detailing class with Mike Phillips. I’m an amateur detailer who details his own cars as a hobby. Both Mike and Andre were very helpful assisting me with my technique. Since I detail on a limited basis it was beneficial to have three days to hone my skills using a multitude of DA polishers and detailing products. Mike’s “learn by doing” method was in full effect during the three-day class.
Even simple, yet critical steps such as using detailing clay was covered in detail. Using a plastic baggie to feel impurities in the paint before and after claying was informative. Mike also provided opportunities to use Nanoskin wash mitts to compare and contrast results.
I have a Porter Cable 7424XP, but having the exposure to higher end polishers will help me to make an educated decision if/when I want to take the next step to upgrade my equipment. The Rupes, Flex, and Griot’s BOSS polishers are nice machines. I’m grateful that I had the opportunity to use them. The concentration on the three step process was of particular interest to me because I want to establish and keep a “Show Car” shine on my vehicles. We transformed a multitude of dull vehicles into eye-popping stunners. Mike selected an excellent cross-section of cars that kept the interest of the class members. Seeing the positive reaction of some of the owners when they received their vehicles validated the hard work the of the class members! All were impressed by the quality of the work.
I was exposed to ceramic coatings for the first time. The end result on the Mustang and Jaguar was astounding. Mike went step-by-step on the preparation of the vehicles (cleaning) which was critical before application of the coating. Mike was also methodical in his instruction on the application of the ceramic coating to ensure the desired end result. If I had not taken the class, I would have never considered a ceramic coating for my personal vehicles. Seeing the process first hand gives me the confidence to do so.
Engine bay detailing was also covered. Degreasing and cosmetic detailing methods are skills I can put to work immediately. Glass polishing and headlight restoration done the right way will come into use in the future.
The ShowCar Garage was a great facility for use as a classroom and for hands-on work. Well-equipped, clean, and orderly.
I was also drawn to the class in order to work with an expert. Mike is certainly that.
So, if you’re a hobbyist who wants to detail his own vehicles with spectacular results, this is the class for you.
Fred
Hi Fred,
It was great having you here at Autogeek for one of our Competition Ready 3-day detailing classes. I also enjoyed working with you as we worked through all the cars, tools, techniques and procedures.
It was a fast-paced class and we covered a LOT of topics but you and everyone really put forth 100% effort and the results for ALL the cars reflected this... (no pun intended).
Thank you for joining the forum and sharing your experience. If there's ever anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
had a blast... so much fun... great bunch of guys to hang with for the 3 days of detailing class... loved every minute... thank you AUTOGEEK !!!!! best detailing class by far !!!!! 12 cars 3 days holy crap !!!!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Feedback via an e-mail from Rich
Here's an e-mail I received from one of the students at the class. Rich is not on the forum and sent this to me via e-mail
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Good morning Mike,
I wanted to take a minute to thank you & your staff for the unbelievable job you did at my recently completed auto detailing class.
I’m being totally honest when I say you completely BLEW AWAY my expectations for this awesome detailing experience.
I learned so many new techniques & procedures that will not only improve my quality of work but also allows me to work smarter & more efficiently. I was especially pleased to get all of the hands on training with the numerous top name tools & products you provided for us. I will recommend this class to any/all car guys I come across weather you are detailing your own collection or detailing as a profession this class is a MUST.
Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge, expertise, passion & time with me.
I’m already planning my next visit to enhance my newly acquired detailing skills.
Take care my friend,
Rich
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Thanks Rich it was a pleasure having you in the class and I appreciate traveling all the way from Blaine, Minnesota to Stuart, Florida.
Hope to see a picture of your 1941 Willys Coupe with the Blown Hemi Engine after you get her all polished up!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
I really enjoy the classes. You get a lot of hands on experience with different products.
Everyone work hard on detailing the cars. We saw some amazing results. I enjoy the classes and I also enjoy working with all my classmates.
I had a lot of fun memories at Autogeek.
I would like to wish everyone on there journey to detailing. Keep it shinning guys.
Good luck all, from your classmate: Christian
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Originally Posted by
poyo150
I really enjoy the classes. You get a lot of hands on experience with different products.
Everyone work hard on detailing the cars. We saw some amazing results. I enjoy the classes and I also enjoy working with all my classmates.
I had a lot of fun memories at Autogeek.
I would like to wish everyone on there journey to detailing. Keep it shinning guys.
Good luck all, from your classmate: Christian
Thanks for sharing Christian.
Everyone in the class said they would share thier feedback so I'm looking forward to reading more comments.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Originally Posted by
axel06
had a blast... so much fun... great bunch of guys to hang with for the 3 days of detailing class... loved every minute... thank you AUTOGEEK !!!!! best detailing class by far !!!!! 12 cars 3 days holy crap !!!!
A special shout-out to Axel. He helped me with my technique and was a big help around the Show Car Garage every day of the class. Thanks, man.
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Re: Mike's Competition Ready detailing class
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Originally Posted by
sss7912
I just finished Mike's 3 day "Competition Ready Detailing Class" held at Autogeek. Yes, I've read plenty of forums, and I've viewed videos on proper use of tools and chemicals. But, if you're like me, I learn the BEST from reading, seeing, and DOING.
This class is spectacular.
There's very little "classroom" training. Instead, it's almost ALL hands on training. Mike and his team have you working on great cars that have their challenges. After they're fully detailed, you can't imagine the improvement...it's shocking!
Spend the $1,500, and learn how to properly take care of the investments you've made.
There's no reason to risk it by letting someone else put their hands on your cars.
Hi Scott,
Very well said about the class. Sometimes I worry these classes are too much hands-on but if anyone ever needs they can always take a chair and take a break.
I'm looking forward to posts about your future detailing projects here on the AGO forum!
Scott aka sss7912
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104866
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Reading through all the posts has me thinking about another quick benefit about the class. Mike has you working with Griot's, Flex, Rupes, and rotary polishers. You also use compounds/polishes/waxes from McKee's, Pinnacle, Griot's, Wolfgang and more. Then there's the 10's of products used to thoroughly prepare the vehicles BEFORE compounding. Where else can you get ALL that hands-on experience with all those tools, chemicals, and expertise than this class? The answer is...only at Mike's Competition Ready Detailing class.
So, based upon all the hands-on experience in class, I just put in my order to Autogeek; an order that gets me exactly what I want and need. I couldn't have done that without the class!!
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Originally Posted by
fred129
A special shout-out to Axel. He helped me with my technique and was a big help around the Show Car Garage every day of the class. Thanks, man.
your welcome fred i had a blast detailing all the cars with the whole class.. the show car garage well to me it is a special place all the tools, alll the class mates and the 12 cars just amazzing what the class turned out in 3 days. give your self a pat on the back for making the journey and wanting to experience the magic that is in mike Phillips Competition Ready Detailing Class.. wishing you all the best in your detailing and use the forum it a great place to keep learning. had a great time sharing the class with all the class mates. keep on shinning :)
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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Originally Posted by
fred129
I attended the May 2016 Competition Ready Detailing class with Mike Philips. I’m an amateur detailer who details his own cars as a hobby. Both Mike and Andre were very helpful assisting me with my technique. Since I detail on a limited basis it was beneficial to have three days to hone my skills using a multitude of DA polishers and detailing products. Mike’s “learn by doing” method was in full effect during the three-day class.
Even simple, yet critical steps such as using detailing clay was covered in detail. Using a plastic baggie to feel impurities in the paint before and after claying was informative. Mike also provided opportunities to use Nanoskin wash mitts to compare and contrast results.
I have a Porter Cable 7424XP, but having the exposure to higher end polishers will help me to make an educated decision if/when I want to take the next step to upgrade my equipment. The Rupes, Flex, and Griot’s BOSS polishers are nice machines. I’m grateful that I had the opportunity to use them. The concentration on the three step process was of particular interest to me because I want to establish and keep a “Show Car” shine on my vehicles. We transformed a multitude of dull vehicles into eye-popping stunners. Mike selected an excellent cross-section of cars that kept the interest of the class members. Seeing the positive reaction of some of the owners when they received their vehicles validated the hard work the of the class members! All were impressed by the quality of the work.
I was exposed to ceramic coatings for the first time. The end result on the Mustang and Jaguar was astounding. Mike went step-by-step on the preparation of the vehicles (cleaning) which was critical before application of the coating. Mike was also methodical in his instruction on the application of the ceramic coating to ensure the desired end result. If I had not taken the class, I would have never considered a ceramic coating for my personal vehicles. Seeing the process first hand gives me the confidence to do so.
Engine bay detailing was also covered. Degreasing and cosmetic detailing methods are skills I can put to work immediately. Glass polishing and headlight restoration done the right way will come into use in the future.
The Showcar Garage was a great facility for use as a classroom and for hands-on work. Well-equipped, clean, and orderly.
I was also drawn to the class in order to work with an expert. Mike is certainly that.
So, if you’re a hobbyist who wants to detail his own vehicles with spectacular results, this is the class for you.
Fred
The class started with the Studebaker and the Cadillac. I worked on the Cadillac because, well, there was so much of it! I could stake out a section and get to it. The photos attest to the fact that they both came out great. The Cadillac really popped after the team completed their work. Talk about starting with a bang? The AFTER photos show how these babies really stood out.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Just to chime in...
More pictures to come - just always so busy with so many other projecs...
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Mike did a fantastic job.
Before you go read his book first. You will get info overload.
He also meets with you for a informal get togather at the motel also great.
Thanks Mike
David Wise AKA blackwing
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
I also want to thank Mike for teaching us his detailing techniques making us to work right on the cars. This makes all the difference, you can try to watch any instruction video online but you won't be able to become a top detailer unless you have a professional like Mike teaching you at your side, literally.
I had no clue how to make a car shine and make it to last. I had tried it before by myself but with no results I gave up. Doing a online search I found Mike's class and decided to give it a try, it was only 45 minutes away from my place so why not? Now after have completed it I learnt a lot and I'm getting ready to start my own detailing business as I love work with cars.
I have been practicing using the show car finish method that we learned on the first date working on cool classic cars on my own cars and on some of my friends' and the results have been amazing, better than some of the companies that I had paid to do that in the past. :detailer:
My advice for someone that will take the class is to first read Mike's book "The Complete Guide to A Show Car Shine". You will get used to some of the words used in the class and in the business and you will be able to understand the class better. If anything seems confusing in the book after you finish it reading, it will be all clear after completing the 3-day class.
Thanks Mike
Ken
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Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Just got back to Texas after taking the Competition Ready class and visiting with family in Florida. The little vacation I had after taking the class was much needed and well deserved! After the 3 days of class I was wore out. Mike Phillips managed to share years of knowledge and technique all in 3 days. And worked very hard to do so. You get a verbal, then visual explanation, then hands on training for each and every tool/process you use.
This class isn't just for people who are new to detailing. There's information to be learned at every skill level as tools and products have advanced quite rapidly in the last few years.
Lastly, no matter the skill level, you will love the cars! They're not practice cars, they're real world pride and joys that have defects from improper car washing to rotary induced holograms. Even unexpected defects such as etching left from a bird dropping that was revealed after cleaning up. Mike used it as one of his many "teaching moments" to show how to level out the etching, something you may learn as well by taking the class.
Thank you Mike for all the hard work you put into making the class possible, and thank you Andre for taking what had to of been hundreds of pictures all the while helping with any assistance needed. The results speak for themselves!
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Originally Posted by
blackwing
Mike did a fantastic job.
Before you go read his book first. You will get info overload.
He also meets with you for a informal get togather at the motel also great.
Thanks Mike
David Wise AKA blackwing
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Thanks David, it was a real pleasure having you in the class and it was great to have you stick around on Monday and take the IDA SV certification testing.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
I will be back to Autogeek and I will pass the IDA next time. I don't know when but I hope it's soon. I really enjoy the experience at Autogeek and the people I met. It was really fun.
Christian
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Here's another testimony about our Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Classes from Gary L. who attended the May 2016 class.
Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Gary
http://www.autogeekonline.net/galler...hp?file=104872
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Originally Posted by Gary L.
Hi Mike,
I'm sorry I didn't get this sent to you sooner. I have been swamped since I got home from your class. I signed up for the forum but I seem to be social media challenged and I didn't see quickly how to post something. Anyway here is what I would have posted if I could have figured out how to do it. Will you post it for me?
I attended the May 2016 Competition Ready Detailing Class taught by Mike Phillips. I can't begin to tell you what a blast it was to work on some amazing cars and to meet some equally amazing people.
I began the class without any detailing experience at all. The class was made up of an interesting mix of professional detailers and novices like myself. Even though detailing experience of students varied widely in the class there was something in the class for everyone.
Mike's enthusiasm for the art of detailing is contagious and it was so much fun to work alongside him as he shared his years of detailing experience with the class. I started the class literally knowing nothing about the products and tools of the trade. After three days of working on classic cars to modern cars and having a chance to use a wide variety of tools and products I have the confidence and understanding to use power tools to polish my cars to a show ready finish.
I highly recommend this class to anyone who is even remotely interested in learning about automotive detailing. I will be attending this class again in the future!
Finally, the last two Friday nights my wife and I have watched your TV show, Competition Ready. We have really enjoyed watching it together and it is really fun to see you using the tools that you taught us how to use. T
hanks again for a really great weekend.
Thank you!
Gary L.
Thank you very much Gary for your trust in my name and the Autogeek name. I had a lot of fun working with you and having you in the class. I know it was fast-paced and totally hands-on but you made it through the class and the knowledge and skills you obtained will last you a lifetime and pay dividends forever.
As I tell all my class alumni, if there's ever anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to call.
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Congrats to the guys! The cars look unreal, that Caddilac is easy on the eyes.
Great job everyone.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Awesome, I wish I could join ya guys.
Would be nice if the GI Bill covered the cost :( I know it won't work but I'm being wishful. or I could convince work to send me for tuition reimbursement lol.
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
Here's some feedback from Paul Jorgensen who attended this class...
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Originally Posted by Paul
Hats off and a big round of applause for Mike Phillips.
I have been around the industry for almost 45 years. I have been around reps, dealerships, other detailers and many schools. Mike in this class that he puts on from my understanding now 3 times a year is without question the most energetic, knowledgeable, hands on let’s get this done multi tasking instructor I have ever been around.
He is none stop from I am assuming 5:30am till the wee hours of the night. How’s your married life Mike? LOL. Mike you ask, did I give this class 100%? Come on now!!!
I have only been around Autogeek for just less than two years and have seen many of Mike’s productions. I certainly hope that his boss, peers, students, customer’s and Autogeek’s entire following understand that Mike is the most, separated by light years from any of his competition (if he has any) as an instructor, demonstrator, celebrity and his knowledge of product and his loyalty to his suppliers and sponsors I believe in the entire industry.
For this particular school in May, at first I was personally a little disappointed that the classmates had very little time, knowledge or experience in the industry. Most were in the learning stages. After speaking over the three days with many of the Autogeek people they explained that to put a school together of grouped A, B or C levels of talent is and would be very difficult to do now days. After it was explained to me from a business point of view I understood.
As for the above, one of my rushes form this school was just from my passion of paint, met five or six classmates that I kind of took under my wing of experience and became a “teachers assistant” to these guys. We bonded and to give hands on with these guys to teach and watch them over three days go from zero or so to having a new level of understanding, confidence and application that was so visible in their work and the smiles on their faces, put the icing on my cake. Congrats guys!
I personally came to this school for me to be hands on with machines, pads and product. The equipment and products in this industry are mind boggling, and very expensive and seem to change monthly. The only way to expand your horizons and add to your arsenal without the wasting of money to purchase and try and then not like, is to come and do it in a class.
This was invaluable in this class for me and did Mike and Autogeek put on the super buffet. They had for all of us to try hands on cars not sample hoods and trunks; I think all of the machine models available with many of the different style pads and plenty of the most popular chemicals to hands on. Great job!!!
This worked very well for me and I purchased two more D/A machines, pads, chemicals and many other products including the “NEW” 21 RUPES Big Foot. This new machine was not in the class to sample and this was one of my thoughts to purchase. I talked to Mike and he said wait a moment and he came back from his office with his “personal” serial number # 16 machine for me to try. Thanks again for that help Mike. I bought one.
I was a bit disappointed that it was so new that the 5” backing plate had not come in from Italy yet. I asked Bryan (from Autogeek) if he would go back and take it off of Mike’s machine, LOL. His answer was, not a very good idea Paul. I tried. If anyone is buying one of these, remember to get the smaller plate so you can utilize the smaller pads.
The class was so complete to the entire detailing steps of an automobile that I believe the class needs to be four days or a reduction in what was covered. I understand now that this is a school to help direct people to or into the detailing business for profit with the emphasis on production “the big picture” detailing. From my above comments, I personally was very happy to have covered headlight regeneration, windshield polishing, coating and wet sanding.
These were the other more complicated processes that I wanted to cover hands on at this school for the purchase of additional tools and product from a hands on process. Also just from closely observing Mike, you can pick up many little “tricks” that are not ever discussed. One of the greatest ways to learn is eyes and ears. Again, great job Mike.
In closing, I could continue for hours on the school. If you are startup or an advanced paint pro, I believe that all levels will take home many levels of new knowledge and “tricks” of how to and new products that always make the job at task better and much easier to complete.
I very highly recommended this school for all levels.
Thanks again, fantastic job Mike and Andre.
Paul Jorgensen (VOGAR)
Thank you very much for taking the time to write down your experience from attending the May class. I asked all my students to give me their feedback and alas only about 5-6 students did so. :dunno:
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Paul
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Re: Pictures: May 2016 Competition Ready 3-Day Detailing Class with Mike Phillips
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LittleKing24
Just got back to Texas after taking the Competition Ready class and visiting with family in Florida. The little vacation I had after taking the class was much needed and well deserved! After the 3 days of class I was wore out. Mike Phillips managed to share years of knowledge and technique all in 3 days. And worked very hard to do so. You get a verbal, then visual explanation, then hands on training for each and every tool/process you use.
This class isn't just for people who are new to detailing. There's information to be learned at every skill level as tools and products have advanced quite rapidly in the last few years.
Lastly, no matter the skill level, you will love the cars! They're not practice cars, they're real world pride and joys that have defects from improper car washing to rotary induced holograms. Even unexpected defects such as etching left from a bird dropping that was revealed after cleaning up. Mike used it as one of his many "teaching moments" to show how to level out the etching, something you may learn as well by taking the class.
Thank you Mike for all the hard work you put into making the class possible, and thank you Andre for taking what had to of been hundreds of pictures all the while helping with any assistance needed. The results speak for themselves!
Thank you for the very nice review!
Would love to get an update as to how your business is doing today!
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