Thanks for the replies, everyone. I think I might try a combination of everyone's suggestions and see how it goes. I do love a clean car, and right now they're both as gross on the interior as they...
That's something to consider, Troy. I'd just have to get it in my head that it needs to be done, and like you, make it a point to get up early. I'll weigh all of this before I hit that first tunnel...
My boys are 7 and 4. My youngest has an interest in cars. Well, Disney Pixar Cars, that is! I could see getting them outside with me when they're a little older, but with as little as we seem to be...
Since I found AutoGeek, I've been hand washing both of our vehicles with the 2 bucket method. I'd seal/wax them both, a couple times a year, and last summer I used a coating for the first time on my...
You're probably right. The shop closes before I'm able to get there, so he parked the car outside with my key in a locked box, where he gave me the combination. It definitely rained pretty good, but...
Thanks, Paul! That's what I was thinking, but wasn't sure if (or why) wheel painting was any different than body paint. I know I wouldn't wax/seal a freshly painted bumper, so I assumed the same for...
Any thoughts? Or maybe I'll take silence to mean I should play it safe and not spray any chemicals on the wheels or use the McKee's 37 Wheel Coating until they've had time to cure....
I'm taking my wife and kids on a small trip, and when we get back I'll finally detail the car I bought last April. In preparation, I had a dent pulled that came with the car, and just today I had...
I'm a hobby detailer and have been polishing our vehicles for a few years now. Last year I bought a newer car that I haven't had a chance to touch, so later this month I want to polish the car and...
Don't forget to replace your cabin filter if you haven't already. Ideally, you should replace it once a year. A dirty cabin filter can contribute significantly to the poor air/smell quality of your...
It boils down to charging what the market will bear. I don't think people who can afford exotic cars are dumb, and just pay more because they're told they're getting higher quality work with a $5k...
Yeah, that's going to be a problem. She's either leaking or burning oil if she regularly needs to top it off. As for the funnel, I think most people use a funnel to avoid having a mess to clean up....
I never put much thought into how to wash rubber mats. I take them out of the car, shake them off, spray with 10:1 Meguiar's APC+, run a brush over them, rinse, air dry.
If you haven't looked at the current BOGO section of the Autogeek store, they are offering a 6-pack of 'Microfiber Interior Detailing Towels'. Get 12 for the price of 6.
Thanks for the input, guys! Clay lasts me quite a while with as little as I use it. It'll take me a few years to realize any savings by switching to a towel or pad. Not to mention, I'll probably...
It's been a little while since I posted, last. I've washed, clayed and waxed and/or sealed both of our vehicles within the last few weeks, and my clay bar is finally looking a little worse for wear....
My advice was given based on the lack of information provided. I mean, ask a blanket question on the internet and you'll be sure to receive plenty of responses. Give some meat to your situation, and...
If you can't even go out and ask some kids nicely, if they could possibly do their best to avoid hitting your car with their ball, then you are beyond help. I would say no, installing more cameras...
I'll agree with this entire statement. I've been using the grout sponges from Lowes for quite a while and haven't had any marring issues. At $1.98 each, they can't be beat.
This thread has me wondering... My buddy has a pretty rare vehicle, a white '95 Pontiac Firehawk. I'll be detailing it next weekend in preparation to sell. Having white paint, should I hurry up...
I used the LC blue sponge for a while and thought it worked well. I've since went an even cheaper route with grout sponges from Lowes. No marring or scratching.
