I've used Micro-Restore and Blackfire. Blackfire is better. I don't believe there's a superior microfiber cleaner on the market (or at least not a product specifically marketed for microfiber...
I love Griot's, too. I have the 6" (short-stroke) polisher that came before the current model, the Rupes 15 Mark II, and RUPES Mini. The Griot's polisher is actually my favorite to use. It's the most...
You're right. Mike Phillips suggests using a lid. I forgot what I used, but it was a little deeper than a lid, but smaller than a cup. Dip a chip brush in there and go to town!
Concealing the rivets looks better to me, but I think what'd look best is a whole new fender that incorporates the flare without creating a line so that it looks like a factory job instead of an...
I'd love a way to store towels, a small bottle of chemical, and my iPhone on me when I'm detailing, but I'm more overweight than you and have a mushroom waist, so just a belt probably wouldn't work...