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    Accounnt History and Latest Order Lost

    So I put in a sizable order last Friday (black Friday) to restock my company for the winter. Went through all the motions, built the order, confirmed everything, went to the pay pal site, etc. I...
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    Re: 2014 Detail Fest Date = March 15th & 16th

    Well I have to ask, is this worth spending $1,200 to fly out from Denver to attend? (Flight, hotel, car, food, etc.). I missed MTE and I really could use the Florida sun right now. I guess I need...
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    Re: What Music do you detail to?

    When I am not in the mood for music I hit up Today's Comedy on Pandora plus I will download podcasts. Particularly the AMMO NYC podcast. Listing to detailing podcast while detailing. :-)
    AMMO NYC...
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    Re: Cigarette Anyone?

    I switched to an e-cig. Do you have anything for that?
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    Re: Limiting the Types of Vehicles You Do

    Thanks.

    BTW stopped by your fb page. Noticed you already liked mine. So thanks! We'll have to make sure our paths cross some day since your not too far away.
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    Re: Limiting the Types of Vehicles You Do

    I am a full-time detailer so my customer base is usually anyone with a dirty vehicle in need of my services and those whose money is green. After that I'll do just about any job so long as I am...
  7. Re: Cars We Detailed at 40th Annual Vettes on The Rockies Event

    Glad you all liked the post. We had a great time.

    As an FYI, the last picture was showing the film crew I mentioned. My team was in the background. The detailing items on the ground belonged to...
  8. Cars We Detailed at 40th Annual Vettes on The Rockies Event

    Hello Everyone,

    Last week we had the honor of being the official detailer for the 40th Annual Vettes on the Rockies in Winter Park, Colorado. Over 300 Corvettes from around the country came to...
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    Re: Feeling nervous about polishing my car

    The PC was my first real polisher and I still use it today. Although it is now my glazing and waxing machine (upgraded to a Flex 3401). It is probably the safest polisher you can start out with. It...
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    Re: Ran out of microfiber cleaner

    I use 1/2 the recommended amount of All Free and Clear for you load size and 1/2 cup of distilled white vinegar. Works like a charm. This is what we use on a daily basis and occasionally use Adam's...
  11. Re: Tesla Modle S/60, Detailed with Opti-Coat...My new favorite car

    I had the honor of detailing production #3 of the Founder's edition. Very cool car indeed. My favorite part was actually the key fob.
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    Re: Detailing reality show...like "Bar Rescue"

    [/INDENT] Willie is a great guy, not just as an entertainer but he is genuinely a nice guy. Especially away from the cameras and mics. He is a great host both on the air and in his home. I have...
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    Re: What would you guys do?

    Hard to say. It depends on the area and how good they are. Do NOT quote me on this. I ussually see (guessing retail-wise as I don't pay retail) $25 for the first dent $10 for each additional....
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    Re: What would you guys do?

    Contact a local paintless dent repair company. Or go to the junk yard and see if you can find a new door.
  15. Re: Waterless Wash - Converting From Tradional and I Need to become an Expert

    Thanks everyone for the responses. It has been very helpful. And Hi Bill!

    Setec you make some very great points and I am right there with you on all of them. First let me say that the training I...
  16. Re: Waterless Wash - Converting From Tradional and I Need to become an Expert

    Made a booboo, using CG EcoSmart Concentrate. And after more research on AG, I think we are usining the wrong product for the job as it appears this contains wax. Am I right?
  17. Waterless Wash - Converting From Tradional and I Need to become an Expert

    Sorry guys but this is a long post.

    OK guys so here is what is going on. My company is teaming up with another company who only does waterless washing. They cannot do a traditional wash because...
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    Re: Ordered some CG EcoSmart Waterless wash :)

    We use about 3 gallons a day at our shop. I am still trying to find the most effective way to use it.
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    Re: Cost of product per car

    Putting what Cardaddy said back into a detailing perspective. I started off doing my detailing with a Porter Cable 7424. A very capable machine, an excellent price for around $130, and I love it....
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    Re: Cost of product per car

    If whoever you buy from in bulk sells in smaller quantities (4oz, 16 oz), they will sell you the bottles. Sometimes they just give them to you. ;-)

    I try not to sell some items like sealant or...
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    Re: Pros and cons on the Cyclo dual polisher

    I have worked with the Cycleo two head variable speed. I enjoy working with them and have a great relationship with Cycle becuase they are made in Colorado not far from where I am and they are made...
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    Re: need help removing paint transfer

    If you have a machine polisher this is what I would do.

    Clay the painting transfer with clay bar lubricant. If that isn't doing the job then take a small piece of clay (say 1-inch square) and...
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    Re: Cost of product per car

    My goal with every detail is to keep my consumable product cost around 10% of total billed. Key word is consumables; polish, shampoo, water, wax, etc. That is if I charge $300 then my product cost...
  24. Re: HELP needed removing product from clear bra!!!

    I will use a small, tip of the finger-sized piece of clay and some detail spray or if it has been there a while some diluted APC (4:1 water to APC). Spray the DS/APC on the affected area letting it...
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    Re: Need some boat detailing process advises!

    Only thing I can add is make sure it isn't in the water. It can be very difficult when it is. :-)
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