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    DP Tire Coating Fail - What'd I do wrong?

    Applied DP Tire Coating with a new foam applicator, to 1 month old tires on a new car. Two coats were applied one day apart. The tires now look hazy and streaked in the attached picture. Anyone know...
  2. Re: What shampoo to use with hot water extractor

    Congratulations on your Mytee. Mine has definitely improved my interior gsme.

    I get great results from Zep Premium Carpet Shampoo from Home Depot, with Folex for pre-spotting.

    Michael D.
    Great...
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    Re: Cloth car seat clean up without extractor

    You can mimic most of an extractor using your wet vac and a claw- shaped nozzle. As others note, a good cleaner and warm water can do wonders.
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    Sticky: Poll: Re: Which browser do you use to read the forum?

    Chrome on tablet and desktop.
  5. Re: Anyone who does pro detail on weekends while having a regular 5 day 37.5 hour a week job?

    Yes, this 40 hours plus detailing on days off / weekends is how I've run Great Reflections Detailing since 2010, and I'm well over 40. So it can be done if you want. And the best part of it being a...
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    Re: Leaf Blower for car drying?

    Ryobi now makes a lithium battery one for about $110 that adds no-cord convenience, very helpful. The Autogeek blower-dryer is also very good.

    Michael
    Great Reflections Detailing
    Vancouver WA
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    Re: Extreme Dog Hair Removal Jeep Rubicon

    Nice turn-around. I'm always challenged by the dog hair floating around and getting on surfaces I've already cleaned. Last one (not as bad) I probably wiped the dash/console 4x. Any thoughts on that...
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    Re: Not doing much Correction

    With mobile, I count drive time to from the job when estimating the cost. So quick washes are tough to make money on, unless I can cluster 2-3 very close together.

    Will your customers tolerate...
  9. Re: Supercar-Grade Detailing is $200 twice a year..

    "Special Forces-caliber detailing"

    I'm going to have to remember that phrase. "Sorry, your 10 year old minivan with dog hair an inch deep covering all the toddler-litter is going to require...
  10. Thread: Extractors

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    Re: Extractors

    FWIW, my Mutes extractor does fine plugged into most exterior or garage outlets IF I'm not running anything else at the same time.

    Michael
    Great Reflections Detailing
    Vancouver WA

    Sent from...
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    Re: Repairing hot water extractor

    Depends on what is wrong. Does pump run? Vac motor run? Any chance there is an internal fuse or reset?

    Post some details. Lots of experienced folks might have a solution.

    Michael
    Great...
  12. Re: Customer spilled lobster stew months ago, stench is awful!

    The smell may have seeped into the padding or migrated throughout the vehicle. Try pulling up the carpet and cleaning (or better replacing) the pad in that area. Aerosol odor bomb or ozone generator...
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    Re: HD Speed ROCKS!

    You guys really have me wanting a 32 oz bottle to replace D151. Any word from AG staff when you'll be back in stock?

    Michael
    Great Reflections Detailing
    Vancouver WA

    Sent from my XT1254...
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    Re: How can I make a car smell like new?

    Often a very thorough interior cleaning and vacuum will help remove the funk from dirt, dust, French fries and stuff under seats, etc.

    Shampoo with some odor destroyer in the tank as a second...
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    Re: Wrinkled seat cover. Quick fix?

    Wouldn't this be immediately un fixed with the next bottom sitting in the seat? Have you tried pulling the leather tighter down over the side bolsters?

    Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
  16. Re: Alternative for Hot Water Extractor and Steam Cleaners

    I can second the pressure sprayer and wet vac method...been using that all month while my extractor is being fixed.

    I would also NOT buy a vehicle. Just more overhead to pay for each month...
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    Re: DA Upgrade Questions

    I was in your shoes about a year ago, opted for the Flex 3401 because the gear drive would help with vertical side panels where the GG sometimes struggled.

    I've been happy with that choice and...
  18. Thread: Cell Phone?

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    Re: Cell Phone?

    Yes you can use your cell number. Just name sure your voicemail is professional. You might also look into Google voice and point that to your cell so you know how to answer the phone when it rings.
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    Re: Tips for interior stains?

    You could try renting a carpet cleaner with an upholstery tool from your local superstore.

    Hot water, a good upholstery cleaner and your wet vac might also do the trick. Folex from home depot or...
  20. Blower: DP Turbo Car Dryer or Metro Commander?

    Thinking of adding a car dryer to my list of tools/toys to speed the drying process.

    Any advice for choosing between the DP Turbo Dryer and the Metro Air Force Commander?
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    Re: Interior cleaning questions

    I've also heard good things about Woolite in a 10% solution, and I personally use all purpose cleaner at a 10% solution for my business. At those dilutions, smell is likely to be a non-issue.

    As...
  22. Re: Review: Metro Blaster SideKick Professional

    Intrigued by this product. Can anyone compare to the slightly more expensive Metro Commander or the DP Turbo dryers?

    Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
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    Re: Steam cleaning your car

    Search "vapamore " for lots of threads with advice. If you're just starting out, you can find cheaper options like the McCulloch MC1275.

    IMO, great for sticky messes, but just one tool. Won't...
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    Re: Cats jumping / sleeping on cars

    The problem is when you miss, the bullet hole doesn't buff out. [emoji3]
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    Re: Cats jumping / sleeping on cars

    I taped a flannel bedsheet to the underside of a tarp. Put tarp on hood, hold down with a water jug to prevent sliding and marks on hood.

    To keep cats off, try bowl of citrus which they hate. If...
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