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    Re: Matchmaking: Carpet Cleaner to a Stain

    Meguiar's two different fabric cleaners, Protein Stain Remover and Fiber Rinse & Tannin Stain Remover, give a good list of examples for what they each will clean. I find the Protein Stain Remover...
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    Re: How to remove/strip Meguiar’s Hybrid Ceramic Wax

    I'll second the opinions above that an iron decon and clay following your Dawn dish detergent will leave you squeaky clean. I don't think HCW is a major factor to worry about.
  3. Re: Favorite beer, if not a beer drinker, favorite beverage in general.

    Homebrewer here! Stouts and IPA's are my thing. Sierra Nevada has long been a favorite.
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    Re: G110V2 cord replacement tutorial w/photos

    Pulling a thread from DEEP within the grave yard. Many thanks to Dave for this one. I've been using my G110 with zip ties holding the cord in just the right spot. Glad to have a fully functioning 50...
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    Tesla Model 3 / Window Cleaning Problems

    So right up front, let me say I hate the door windows that retract into the door casing an inch or more when you open the doors. :mad:

    Secondly, the interior of the front windshield and...
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    Re: Help: Wrap Residue Removal

    I agree that it's probably leftover adhesive. I've had good success with Turtle Wax Label & Sticker Remover and sometimes just plane ole Isopropyl alcohol. You definitely want to remove it with a...
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    Re: Meguiar's D166 Ultra Polishing Wax

    I've used it on several different cars so far, all at my expense since I'm still in evaluation mode. But from the initial examples I've done, my plan is to offer a better finish on daily driven cars...
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    Re: Recommendations on heavily oxidized paint

    There are some instances when I just knew the paint surface was damaged beyond repair, only to be shocked at the outcome. This one was saved by Meguiar's D300.
  9. Re: RIDGID - 200 psi 4.5 Gal. Electric Quiet Compressor?

    NOTHING compares to the low decibel levels on a California Air Tools compressor! If quiet is a major factor, you must add them to your consideration list. I have a 10 gal 2 hp model that puts out 5+...
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    Re: Need some guidance on motorcycle paint scratch

    I sounds like you made a "V" shaped scratch into a flattened "U" shape scratch. Which is a good thing. The trick is knowing when to accept well enough and leave it alone. Without paint depth gauge...
  11. Thread: Hey from Asheville

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    Re: Hey from Asheville

    Welcome Dan. And at the end of a hard day polishing, you have some of the best beer available on the east coast to quench your thirst. If you partake that is.
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    Re: Rusted out Sirius Antenna Resiude

    That IS nasty looking! Least aggressive method first. Soapy water, obviously ... maybe a product like Iron-X ... a light polish or cleaner wax ... GooGone or an adhesive remover if there is still...
  13. Re: PLEASE HELP: Tips & tricks to speed up my process?

    And when you can charge accordingly.
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    Re: Sister Damaged Dad's Car

    If your (or Dad's) options include getting it professionally done, you may as well tinker with it yourself to see what you can accomplish, and learn. It won't be perfect but Dad may not care? Without...
  15. Re: PLEASE HELP: Tips & tricks to speed up my process?

    A lot of times it's about expectations, yours. You probably go after that last grain of sand in the carpet, the other guy doesn't. And it's likely no one will ever see that grain. My suggestion, find...
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    Re: Using razor blade on glass?

    #0000 steel wool works great on glass. Rinse thoroughly afterwards.
  17. Thread: Paint thickness

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    Re: Paint thickness

    I think TMQ is asking a question, not making a declaration of fact. Here's why you can't really answer that question, "What thickness should you NOT polish?" With your type of paint thickness gauge,...
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    Re: Paint thickness

    Oh boy! That adds food for thought. I'm not a Buick specialist, so I can't say what paint thickness should be on a '96 Buick. But, I can say, unless it's been preserved in a vacuum sealed vault, it's...
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    Re: Paint thickness

    Those are pretty average numbers so you should be fine. What year, make and model car?

    John @ Hill City Auto Detail
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    Re: How to get rid of winter dirt around wheel well?

    As an additional note about Turtle Wax Bug and Tar, and you may already know this, its not a instant wipe on wipe off type of product. It seems the longer you gently wipe the bug gut or road tar, the...
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    Re: How to get rid of winter dirt around wheel well?

    Before the wash, spray on a product like Poorboy's World Bug Squash, let it dwell while you wash your first section of the car. Then use a bug sponge, mine is a rectangular yellow "brick", to remove...
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    Re: Basic car wash questions

    I'm a fan of the Jelly Blades, or California Water Blades, to remove 80% of the water. I then follow up with a waffle towel to "blot" the remaining spots. Of course the waffle weave towels need to be...
  23. Re: How much to charge for a 2 step process for a F-150

    I'm not sure why everyone is trying to pull you off of a two step? If you have the time and the customer wants to pay, its the way to go for longevity. AIO's won't last, so it doesn't give a lasting...
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    Re: Need help with approach on swirls found in hood

    With Guz's thought in mind. After you try #205, should you find its not enough cut, you can add a drop or two of #105 along with the #205 for your next trial. Depending on the ratio, 2 drops #205 w/...
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    Re: Need help with approach on swirls found in hood

    I'm not familiar with the Menzerna products, so for me I'd start with Meguiar's #205, move to D300 if needed, and maybe to #105 if they are deep swirls. It all depends on the clear coat hardness....
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