I tried a few of their products over 10 years ago and switched to something that worked better. I do still have some Celeste Dettaglio paste wax that I got for working (actually mostly sitting for 3...
I purchased my black 2000 Frontier new and it was always outside for the 1st 10 years I owned it, getting some protection when I had the bug. I started learning here and on other detailing forums in...
Home Depot has the Gorilla Ladders 20 inch Work Platform for $49.88 (regular price $74.97 - only a 33% savings this year) as part of their Black Friday Savings. The load capacity is 300 lb., and...
I agree that these are aggressive, but a time saver! I use the CarPro microfiber gloves for bad steering wheels - a little easier to use than a towel when you need some serous scrubbing!
"Client is selling his beloved 911. Wanted it corrected and protected for the next owner/caregiver. FULL of swirls, some heavier scratches and some etchings."
A detail spray is just for shine, while a spray wax will have some protection. With the advances in technology the spray waxes are lasting longer and longer.
I have not tried the spray waxes you...
I am going to suggest a different route - start with the Rupes polishes and pads combinations, then see if you need to add other brands/products. Thier stuff is not cheap, but works great together. ...
The flip side is it is finally CAR SHOW season in Florida! It is way too hot from May thru September to enjoy a full day car show, but we have plans to take the 1912 race car to a concours in the...
I am with Michael on this. After talking with Jason Rose at Mobile Tech Expo in early 2020 I tried the Rupes yellow wool and DA Fine compound. I was amazed at how quickly it corrected swirls, and...
I have a Metro Vac N'Blo, with 2 6' hoses. I purchased the less expensive Hand Vac from another site, and then got a call asking it I would like a returned Vac N'Blo for the same price (around $70)...
Mostly rinseless washes, with an occasional foam gun/2BM wash. I quit trying to chase the swirls and just kept it clean (mostly). But I don't have to do that any more, as an impaired driver totaled...
Like others have said - go to a Flex forced rotation.
I have a Rupes 15 MKII and a Rupe Mini, and they always worked fine...until I did a few Porsche cars & SUVs. The curves stalled the 15, so I...
I was lucky enough to meet and chat with Yancy at several Detail Fest cocktail hours (he was too busy to talk during the actual event!). Best of luck to you moving forward!
Yes, I have their 16v rotary and a new d/a. The rotary is fantastic for headlights and small areas, and I picked up their flex shaft polisher use with it.
I have only used the d/a twice, once...
All the coating folks I spoke to at Mobile Tech Expo about this said you need to remove the factory coating (usually requires sanding it off) to get the best results on headlights.
I just soak the bugs with my wash solution - take some thin MF towels and dunk them in the wash solution (car wash soap or rinseless) until they are very wet. Now drape the towels over the 'buggy'...
I have used gel hand sanitizer to remove pine tree sap - The alcohol helps dissolve the sap.
Just apply a big blog, let it sit for a few seconds and wipe the area with your finger. Keep working...
Safe travels Mike! I know from experience that anyone that attends your class will not leave without gaining some knowledge. Hope to see you at MTE 2022.
There are other 'cordless micro polishers' available waaay below the Rupes price point (I have a rotary and a DA version). The rotary is fantastic for doing headlights, but am planning other uses...