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Poll: What is your preferred wash to use in the foam gun? - EDIGREG 2011-03-09 10:23:23 (117 views) I've used Meguiar's Gold Class, Adam's, and Dawn dish soap in a pinch - kmhpaladin 2011-03-10 10:26:53 (196 views) Im sure he knows, he's not new around these parts. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-12 17:04:47 (110 views) You know that Dawn will remove every bit of wax on your car in one wash. - R4074 2011-03-12 17:03:06 (104 views) ohs noes?! - kmhpaladin 2011-03-14 17:06:52 (144 views) Same, MGC and Adams... - RKA 2011-03-11 10:08:12 (133 views) why do you rinse away the presoak? - kmhpaladin 2011-03-14 17:08:43 (114 views) couple reasons... - RKA 2011-03-14 17:22:58 (116 views) hm... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-14 21:13:51 (110 views) even if I hose the car down, it starts to dry quickly (black paint) - RKA 2011-03-15 07:33:01 (109 views) haha... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-15 14:17:55 (97 views) I keep telling you to come by... - RKA 2011-03-15 17:03:08 (106 views) LOL... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-15 17:34:44 (104 views) time - RKA 2011-03-15 18:56:13 (99 views) I can imagine... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-16 15:54:10 (100 views) Used to vacuum weekly... - RKA 2011-03-16 17:14:09 (128 views) grr, picture is blocked.... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-17 10:48:49 (105 views) That's okay, you didn't miss anything...just a picture of my hairy legs - RKA 2011-03-17 11:06:20 (100 views) lol! - kmhpaladin 2011-03-18 14:44:50 (102 views) Yup! - RKA 2011-03-18 15:44:47 (105 views) hahahaha.... - kmhpaladin 2011-03-18 20:10:27 (104 views) Soap - cj99si 2011-03-09 19:33:48 (135 views) Detailers Pro Xtreme Foam Formula - S4 SOM 2011-03-09 16:34:03 (133 views) sounds great, but for 2x the price of Adams may as well just use 2x the product to avoid marring - NYMisano 2011-03-10 10:17:37 (97 views) Adams. - 05A4USP 2011-03-09 13:17:25 (102 views) Question on the adams wash - Zed 2011-03-09 13:50:08 (166 views) watch the video. adams can be washed and left on car while in sun, its manufactured to do so.... - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-09 14:07:41 (148 views) huh. perhaps my concentration was too high. - Zed 2011-03-09 14:46:45 (122 views) perhaps. Using the foam gun? - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-09 14:50:43 (99 views) nope. that video actually has an answer. - Zed 2011-03-09 15:17:53 (145 views) cool beans - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-10 15:35:22 (96 views) either adams or sonax, depending on which bottle I grab first ;) - SilverThing 2011-03-09 13:17:11 (122 views) adams - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-09 10:47:04 (101 views)
God damnit F*K black cars. - Stefano 2011-03-08 19:26:27* (173 views) lesson learned: Never ever park under a tree (tree = sap, bird shit, etc...) better in full sun - S4 SOM 2011-03-09 16:38:54 (73 views) What do you have , what do you know. - cj99si 2011-03-08 21:29:35 (119 views) um correct it. =) - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-08 19:29:22 (119 views)
How to remove window tint adhesive residue w/o damaging the defroster?(rear window) - Quattro4 2011-03-08 12:31:14 (76 views) 3M Adhesive Remover at Car Quest Stores. - bpp 2011-03-09 17:53:17 (113 views) Goof Off works. You could try ammonia too, just make sure to have a well-ventilated area - Gus 2011-03-08 16:24:10 (69 views) Product called tint off and some plastic wrap. - cj99si 2011-03-08 17:33:14 (79 views)
quality of cleaning products after being frozen? - VT200S4 2011-03-08 08:44:06 (109 views) The car wash, window cleaner, wheel wash are okay. - RKA 2011-03-08 09:54:13 (93 views) yup, sometimes the leather cleaner gets nailed - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-03-08 16:29:13 (77 views)
Total Menzerna makeover to Spring Prep ftw? - bpp 2011-03-08 08:26:27 (87 views) Its only mostly clear what your asking here. - cj99si 2011-03-08 10:14:58 (71 views) I think he was replying to my post - Zed 2011-03-08 18:14:58 (71 views) Makes more sense now. - cj99si 2011-03-09 10:40:44 (64 views)
Sealant shoot-out for spring detail - Zed 2011-03-04 13:57:34 (159 views) Prima Epic isn't a contender? - Pat 2011-03-07 13:09:51 (96 views) come over and use some powerlock one day, on the house. =) - B5S4/C5A6 2011-03-07 18:16:57 (74 views) used it before, don't think I have it anymore. - Zed 2011-03-07 13:26:52 (95 views) What are you doing before you seal? - cj99si 2011-03-07 09:19:47 (84 views) clay, IP, 85rd - Zed 2011-03-07 11:40:18 (88 views) Power lock then. - cj99si 2011-03-07 15:00:28 (100 views) menzerna or glanz - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-03-05 14:25:15 (83 views) Anybody here try the G Techniq stuff yet? I'm hearing a lot about it from other people. - 808MGuy 2011-03-05 00:01:28 (101 views) you can buy the same exact product under 3 or 4 different product names - HDClown 2011-03-05 21:53:28 (104 views) Sharing is caring :) What else is it sold under? - 808MGuy 2011-03-06 12:26:19 (96 views) I wasn't speaking specifically to any brands you mentioned, but just in general - HDClown 2011-03-06 17:22:58 (96 views) MPL FTW - MOD 2011-03-04 16:41:00 (85 views) Menzerna. It definately kept the shine and prevented salt marring on the Moro Blue. - 05A4USP 2011-03-04 14:38:02 (80 views)
Any word on availabilty of Iron X from Phil? - Dubs 2011-03-01 11:30:22 (152 views) in stock and ready to go. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-03-08 22:24:01 (123 views) Quick test. Some rust seemed to build up in this crack. - Dubs 2011-03-04 10:23:53 (221 views) check link - schlampenschlepper 2011-03-01 20:22:06 (146 views) is the idea that this stuff actually dissolves iron deposits? - Zed 2011-03-02 20:30:09 (127 views) I saw that...can't help but to think it's similar to whatever is in the Sonax wheel cleaner - RKA 2011-03-01 11:40:03 (121 views) haha I wonder what other agents the Sonax has in there to clean the wheels. - Dubs 2011-03-01 14:23:30 (91 views) aaaand it's in stock as of today. sweet. - Dubs 2011-03-01 11:32:23 (87 views)
Any suggestions on removing paint staining spots? - Bahn S4 2011-02-28 12:16:36 (198 views) looks like it just needs a paint cleaner or mild compound - RKA 2011-02-28 13:03:33 (92 views) What's a paint staining spot? Can't tell from the picture. - Pat 2011-02-28 12:56:05 (74 views)
Detailer's Domain: 2006 STI - Clean Up - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-27 13:32:42 (214 views) since you have a 911, how often do you clean the inside of the back window? - MOD 2011-03-03 12:19:56 (116 views) This work? - jmblur 2011-03-06 18:14:59 (165 views) I have used a few of those and I have broken everyone I had. BTW JM you won the Sonax - phil@detailersdomain 2011-03-07 09:06:48 (121 views) Woo! Thanks! YGM - jmblur 2011-03-11 00:28:23 (70 views) yup it sucks you just have to twist around. a good glass cleaner and a good glass microfiber - phil@detailersdomain 2011-03-03 12:35:00 (112 views) great work - car looks brand new. - SilverThing 2011-02-27 17:51:28 (83 views) thanks! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-27 21:40:50 (78 views)
Detailer's Domain: Trashed 08 Cayenne - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-27 11:29:34 (246 views) wow awesome work phil! - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-27 22:46:55 (82 views) really nice work. can you give a ballpark of what you charged for all that work? - antiHERO 2011-02-27 22:10:36 (82 views) goddamn. nice work. - MOD 2011-02-27 16:26:38 (79 views) thanks! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-27 21:40:22 (81 views)
Anyone ever used AJ Auto Detailing in San Jose? - antiHERO 2011-02-27 01:22:25 (86 views) all i read from that service is...they will scratch up the paint with clay bar, then hide it with 2 - spdracer53 2011-02-28 02:27:28 (105 views) no firsthand experience here but there are a number on the norcal forum who have - meem 2011-02-27 12:50:29 (111 views) good info... thanks - antiHERO 2011-02-27 22:06:31 (69 views)
So pictures that I promised of first detail on the avant... - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-24 11:40:18 (396 views) looks good! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-27 13:32:23 (76 views) Looks great. Nice job. You treated the daily beater well. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-24 20:50:11 (79 views) yeah had to. It needed some loving. Not sure how often I'll give it lovin but I'll try and keep - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-25 09:34:22 (88 views) You know what works well for that? - RKA 2011-02-25 10:17:23 (99 views) Congrats on the avant...B5 Avant FTW... - pdxa4 2011-02-24 18:18:08 (93 views) Thule Spirit - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-24 18:56:56 (79 views) 1600 ? - pdxa4 2011-02-24 22:33:50 (79 views) yep - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-24 22:49:27 (80 views) I like it...not too tall, but still has a good bit of space. - RKA 2011-02-25 15:39:03 (89 views) Cool, tks... - pdxa4 2011-02-25 12:09:49 (84 views) You might already know about this place, but just in case... - RKA 2011-02-25 16:27:54 (103 views) Yep I have that place bookmarked... - pdxa4 2011-02-25 17:05:53 (85 views) looks great! i lubs silber. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-24 13:01:44 (88 views) Nice find...don't worry about the eyelids... - RKA 2011-02-24 11:49:18 (116 views)
Is it a pain in the a$$ to remove the aluminum exterior trim (B6/B7 cars)? - davidbrent 2011-02-23 14:38:01 (130 views) It is pretty bad on my D2 also, such a shame really... - pdxa4 2011-02-24 18:18:43 (94 views) no need to remove the trim to vinyl wrap it - kmhpaladin 2011-02-24 00:41:35 (253 views) tempting...seems relatively straight fwd to apply - Lar H 88 2011-02-26 18:51:43 (118 views) no idea... - kmhpaladin 2011-02-28 14:57:37 (96 views) on most audis it is riveted to the doors... - DVS27T 2011-02-23 23:51:04 (115 views) Devious from AZ? Your car is an all time fav of mine. Custom FI exhaust, right? - davidbrent 2011-02-24 20:34:36 (79 views) that would be me - DVS27T 2011-03-09 00:42:10 (86 views) Real nightmare - trust me I tried on my allroad. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-23 20:33:19 (88 views)
In the middle of working on my car right now and noticed my PC is getting louder. - 808MGuy 2011-02-21 18:27:20 (101 views) It's not supposed to require lubrication... - RKA 2011-02-23 19:10:40 (71 views)
anyone have experience dyeing carpet ? tips? - marvgomez 2011-02-20 10:28:02 (81 views) as long as they match the drapes... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-21 10:27:27 (99 views) lmao - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-21 12:01:12 (77 views)
whats the going rate for a used porter cable? - audiringpwr 2011-02-20 01:47:48 (150 views) Would a better machine help? - RKA 2011-02-20 10:06:28 (128 views) unfortunately, no. i'm just not physically able to do this... and will rather pay someone to do it - audiringpwr 2011-02-20 16:00:50 (80 views) damn, slow poke. =) - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-20 11:27:52 (100 views) try the general classifieds on here. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-20 09:07:49 (113 views) i stand for the most part....do most of you detailing guys sit? - audiringpwr 2011-02-20 16:02:34 (97 views) I sit on a small mechanic stool with wheels mostly for the front, sides and rear. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-20 16:10:29 (125 views) Same. - RKA 2011-02-21 09:19:33 (93 views) I use my kids step up stool my youngest uses to wash her hands. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-20 17:53:33 (86 views) yeah I use something very similar to rest the Flex on when in between tasks. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-20 18:35:25 (75 views)
Detailer's Domain/Sonax Giveaway 3 - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-19 21:40:10 (219 views) In on that! Need to buy a flex. Keep us posted on sales. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-20 22:09:39 (80 views)
Press Release: Flex Tools now has a 4 3/8 backing plate for the Flex XC 3401 - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-19 20:58:57 (188 views) What are the right size pads for this? I would think the Uber 4" would be too small. - brianja 2011-02-22 08:13:23 (84 views) 5 inch up. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-22 09:20:39 (80 views) Thanks. - brianja 2011-02-22 09:23:39 (82 views) some questions on the Flex 3401... - bpp 2011-02-20 09:07:39 (121 views) yes, advantages are that its a beast and seems to get the same job done in a faster - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-20 09:10:04 (119 views) According to some video I saw the reason the Flex is much more effective is because.... - amercour 2011-02-21 00:26:34 (118 views)
How to protect paper labels (tire pressure, oil change etc.)? - Quattro4 2011-02-19 09:49:08 (127 views) 3" wide packaging tape from Staples or WallyWorld. ) - bpp 2011-02-20 11:47:13 (81 views) never had an issue. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-19 10:37:08 (100 views)
Finally...there's going to be a 4" backing plate for the Flex 3401!! - GDawgS4 2011-02-18 08:52:11 (133 views) im jonesin - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-19 11:36:39 (79 views) As soon as my favorite crack dealer bundles with some pads I'm in! :) - RKA 2011-02-18 11:54:46 (77 views) We need our fix! - GDawgS4 2011-02-18 13:18:42 (73 views) Awesome! I've been wanting this for a while now. - brianja 2011-02-18 09:23:50 (70 views) Same here! It'll be nice to have smaller pads when needed. - GDawgS4 2011-02-18 13:18:16 (77 views)
So I attempted to correct the silver paint on the top of my Thule Rocketbox. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-18 00:14:40 (110 views) I believe it's been mentioned before, but one more for good measure... - RKA 2011-02-18 08:22:35 (99 views) I know I know. Need to snap a few, didnt take any before pictures though... - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-18 09:30:15 (68 views) your audience is part of an illiterate ADD generation... - RKA 2011-02-18 11:53:10 (78 views)
Shop vac treasure - cj99si 2011-02-17 11:56:32 (276 views) Well you guys are no fun, it was 63.30. - cj99si 2011-02-17 20:53:30 (74 views) nice, now give it to charity :-) - S4 SOM 2011-02-18 13:27:14 (72 views) you know, customers' coin holders aren't fair game for vacuuming ;) - Zed 2011-02-17 14:11:00 (66 views) Strictly under the seats. - cj99si 2011-02-17 14:28:40 (103 views) Whatever it is, you couldn't pay me that much to sift through the bag - RKA 2011-02-17 12:53:40 (112 views) Haha! - cj99si 2011-02-17 12:57:16 (102 views)
New to me S4 avant got pampered yesterday and day before... - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-16 11:57:42 (113 views) Pics! - cj99si 2011-02-16 16:14:51 (73 views)
What's the preferred finishing polish here? - Zed 2011-02-15 19:08:54 (115 views) menzerna 85rd or 106fa - meem 2011-02-16 02:14:15 (91 views) 85rd is magic - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-16 11:45:41 (69 views) one more bottle to add to the garage, I guess - Zed 2011-02-16 16:51:41 (70 views)
when applying sip and 85rd, do you guys do the entire car first then buff it off? - audiringpwr 2011-02-15 02:37:47 (113 views) small sections - RKA 2011-02-15 07:45:22 (123 views) 2nd - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-15 11:23:19 (80 views)
xpost....spent 2 days detailing - MOD 2011-02-14 19:49:11 (320 views) waaaaiiit a second - kmhpaladin 2011-02-15 07:24:41 (191 views) thx. yeah, someone took my username so I figure I switch it up every few months. - MOD 2011-02-15 14:03:30 (82 views) nice work. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-14 21:47:58 (114 views) looks great! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-14 20:33:59 (79 views) thanks. The leathermaster is nifty stuff. Always used Lexol/Zymol but first time w/ the LM.... - MOD 2011-02-14 22:52:05 (114 views)
Mid-winter powerlock update - NYMisano 2011-02-14 10:15:33 (212 views) nice review. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-14 20:34:34 (83 views) The PL did keep the panels free of road debris scratches but some how I had a tar like residue - 05A4USP 2011-02-14 14:20:28 (99 views) how would you compare PL to Collinite? I've been using Collinite 845 the last two winters - SilverThing 2011-02-14 14:05:05 (104 views) I was a Collinite user for several years before I made the switch - NYMisano 2011-02-15 09:59:05 (164 views) thanks for the comments - sounds like I should switch to the PL for next winter. - SilverThing 2011-02-15 23:50:03 (84 views) love powerlock too, just detailed the car this weekend. Did powerlock/1z wax combo - MOD 2011-02-14 13:00:01 (79 views) gotta love powerlock. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-14 12:41:08 (76 views) thanks...good stuff! - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-14 12:16:52 (96 views) hmm, interesting. I've had less than great results with OPT Poli-seal topped with OCW - Zed 2011-02-14 12:12:11 (102 views) That's awesome! - RKA 2011-02-14 10:24:54 (107 views)
somebody please tell me this....... i am insane.... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-13 15:04:11 (255 views) I dig that space gray. - cj99si 2011-02-14 11:50:33 (206 views) I will admit, my standards have dropped considerably with dark cars... - RKA 2011-02-14 10:28:11 (128 views) this is the flipside of the coin... - kmhpaladin 2011-02-14 11:42:37 (107 views) i love detailing silver.... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-14 12:15:37 (193 views) Then your decision is made! - RKA 2011-02-14 14:09:03 (114 views) yup their paint - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-14 14:45:27 (103 views) if ease of care is a concern I wouldn't get a dark blue car... - kmhpaladin 2011-02-13 21:14:12 (100 views) that confirms my stupidity for even entertaining this color..... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-13 20:20:54 (102 views) space gray metallic, hands down. - SFexBOY 2011-02-13 20:07:23 (89 views) 2nd - silber 2011-02-13 20:43:24 (81 views) My wife picked a black A4 Avant against this forums advice. It's a real PITA, but looks great. - Bendquattro 2011-02-13 18:47:35 (114 views) As an owner of Phantom Black, (NEVER to own another black vehicle)..you are absolutely insane! - bac2h 2011-02-13 18:04:01 (91 views) dark blue like that is only marginally easier to care for than black - Zed 2011-02-13 17:50:13 (92 views)
Do most of you recommend had job or machine job? - lukez4 2011-02-11 02:08:11 (127 views) Hard to beat a hand job from a true "professional," but get a Flex. - telekenetic 2011-02-11 20:19:05 (176 views) ba dum - RKA 2011-02-12 09:24:09 (72 views) Thank you. - cj99si 2011-02-11 23:31:01 (73 views) i have a PC, and like it. i'd rather use a PC than do a detail by hand. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-11 11:49:59 (106 views) skip both and do yourself a favor and go FLEX. especially griots. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-11 09:29:02 (129 views) have to agree..I went PC first and ended up with the flex.... - bac2h 2011-02-11 19:20:48 (95 views)
Save 20% plus on selected items - Foam Gun, Microfiber, Collinite - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-10 12:19:29 (227 views) any deals on the cannon - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-10 20:24:38 (86 views) the cam spray foam canon? - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-10 20:34:37 (96 views) yep - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-10 21:57:14 (89 views) keep checking we may run something how many did you need? - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-10 22:09:28 (86 views) how many cannons do I need....? - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-11 09:31:16 (113 views) got it keep your eyes open for the next code. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-11 09:35:17 (86 views) thanks Phil... - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-11 10:34:11 (105 views) of course - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-11 10:37:44 (81 views) Group buy? Is it powerful enough to use around the house also Phil? - bac2h 2011-02-11 06:36:49 (85 views) You would need a pressure washer as well. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-11 09:11:41 (92 views) that is what i'm trying to avoid..I don't need another piece of equipment to maintain.. - bac2h 2011-02-11 19:19:19 (91 views) I need to special order something... - RKA 2011-02-10 14:15:31 (140 views) WOOT! Phil comes through! - RKA 2011-02-13 08:32:25 (93 views) no problem. - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-13 11:07:51 (81 views) I think it's about $2k.... - MOD 2011-02-10 14:26:59 (116 views) This has a high WAF factor... - RKA 2011-02-10 15:14:25 (121 views)
Paint coming off where rear window meets the hatch on my 2000 TT...what the hell do I do about it? - cphillips515 2011-02-10 11:56:13 (197 views) That's not really an issue for the detailing forum, bad news inside... - Gus 2011-02-10 12:49:16 (150 views) 2nd... and he's just out of his corrosion warranty. - Stefano 2011-02-10 14:29:37 (127 views) corrosion warranty probably wouldn't cover this anyway. - R4074 2011-02-13 18:01:39 (78 views) Yeah, I think it has to have perforated the body. - Gus 2011-02-14 10:30:17 (86 views)
Paint meter recommendations? - tganci 2011-02-08 01:09:03 (92 views)
Removal of buffer trails/holograms by hand - possible, or not gonna happen? - jmblur 2011-02-07 03:09:24 (110 views) if its just the hood - cj99si 2011-02-07 08:58:17 (114 views) Only the hood, it was delivered with a scratch and I made them take it out (stupid in retrospect) - jmblur 2011-02-07 18:09:52 (97 views)
here's an off thought.....anyone not wax or polish a DD for 3 years - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-06 13:11:58 (192 views) I lease my cars and I detail them the first 2 years 2x's a year. The last year I do it once and then - SLVR6/Topnotch 2011-02-07 15:00:16 (111 views) I have had a gray GMC Envoy for about 3 years and have had it waxed once, honestly it didn't - R4074 2011-02-07 12:27:30 (109 views) I did this with my TL, sorta... - RKA 2011-02-07 09:53:11 (122 views) x2 - 2PUTT 2011-02-07 11:29:22 (70 views) Yours or not its a matter of how you want it to look while driving it around - cj99si 2011-02-06 18:18:18 (117 views) i'm not going to let it go to heck. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-06 19:04:53 (107 views)
Griots new foaming spray bottle. May have to try this even though I typically avoid Griots stuff - NYMisano 2011-02-03 10:40:10 (161 views)
Cold garage temps and product? - epfrisco 2011-02-03 00:38:42 (145 views) Thanks - pulling the good stuff indoors tomorrow. - epfrisco 2011-02-07 23:10:02 (75 views) i take everything that's decent/expensive to the basement in late october. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-06 13:05:57 (91 views) not to worry. ) - bpp 2011-02-05 17:02:42 (78 views) waxes, polishes, leather conditioners... - RKA 2011-02-03 10:58:59 (135 views) Gosh I hope not. I always shake them up before using. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-03 08:28:49 (77 views)
So have a beast to detail now... - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-02 20:49:36 (344 views) that looks so hot! congrats! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-06 21:33:02 (76 views) Thanks. I just missed the old one too much. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-15 16:10:18 (73 views) Flex, Flex.....baby. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-06 13:41:51 (80 views) Yes. Going to get one now. Without a doubt. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-06 16:24:48 (75 views) beautiful. ORCA would surely be my black of choice. Well done. - Quatroad 2011-02-05 18:59:25 (74 views) Very nice! I really like the wheels. - Bendquattro 2011-02-03 11:17:41 (73 views) look suspiciously like our Q5 S-line :-) - Quatroad 2011-02-05 19:01:02 (132 views) Yeah wish I could compliment my Q7 with a Q5 like yours...nice stable you have. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-05 19:40:47 (74 views)
Introducing the Uber Wool Wash Mitt V2 - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-02 17:18:47 (268 views) umm, $30 for a mitt? jesus. - meem 2011-02-03 00:36:22 (95 views) follow-up: this is a gigantic mitt and it seems to work well. will be interesting to see how it - meem 2011-02-13 21:15:39 (102 views) says the guy who is replacing his polishes b/c the bottles "look a bit worn" - adminisTerTurbo 2011-02-03 09:42:38 (95 views) ;-) it just seems out of whack for what it is. further, i go through 5 mitts a month easy. - meem 2011-02-03 11:01:06 (93 views) woah. lots and lots of waste. - MOD 2011-02-03 20:59:38 (128 views) if you know an easier way to minimize micromarring, i'm all ears ... - meem 2011-02-04 02:03:57 (140 views) hmm, can't think of anything outside of mod says...wash & polish less. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-06 13:42:36 (90 views) yeah, i don't have an answer to that except don't wash them that often :D - MOD 2011-02-04 20:54:56 (89 views) I bet you woudn't go through five of these per month. Maybe you and - Pat 2011-02-03 12:14:43 (132 views) i'd suspect i would. the problem is embedded dirt that doesn't wash out. i dedicate three mitts - meem 2011-02-03 13:34:01 (155 views) d.a.m.n. - adminisTerTurbo 2011-02-03 13:43:29 (128 views) yup 29.95 for a mitt for the intro price, it goes back up after the intro to 34.95 - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-03 08:16:15 (116 views) i guess it shows there's a market for decent mitts. i'll probably give it a try but that price - meem 2011-02-03 11:02:07 (143 views) High price doesn't necessarily mean poor value. - Pat 2011-02-03 12:13:40 (106 views) i have never used a wash mitt i considered "good" -- and that includes everything offered thus far - meem 2011-02-03 13:35:23 (120 views) What have you found is the best so far? I'm in need of a new one. - jmblur 2011-02-07 03:04:17 (83 views) the ones target sells are okay. - meem 2011-02-13 21:16:10 (82 views) Mmm..Nice arm model there. I like that though. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-02 20:40:48 (87 views)
Setting up a new shop. - cj99si 2011-02-01 19:37:12 (382 views) Looks great! I love the volcano black A4 - alms_TT_ny 2011-02-23 13:08:50 (85 views) The car is in great shape. - cj99si 2011-02-25 13:03:13 (70 views) Awesome. I suggest getting some structural aluminum framing and making a "tunnel" eventually - jmblur 2011-02-07 03:06:35 (93 views) I thought about something like that. - cj99si 2011-02-07 08:51:34 (86 views) Yeah, I wouldn't go nuts at first. When time and money allows, and only if you find your current - jmblur 2011-02-07 18:10:26 (92 views) digging it. - meem 2011-02-03 00:36:54 (79 views) Killer - thats awesome. - Misplacedyankee 2011-02-02 20:39:32 (80 views) nice! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-02 17:15:50 (80 views) wow! - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-02-02 15:45:42 (78 views) Awesome! - RKA 2011-02-02 10:45:26 (100 views) Heres a few shots of the light-wall build. - cj99si 2011-02-02 22:15:46 (213 views) ok now i will have to swing by your place. - VT200S4 2011-02-05 10:31:18 (87 views) looks fvcking great man. - B5S4/C5A6 2011-02-02 01:21:19 (118 views) Thanks! - cj99si 2011-02-02 14:57:45 (97 views) Hope you got some heat in there! - 808MGuy 2011-02-01 20:51:59 (85 views) with the setup and temps right now we keep it at 50/55 - cj99si 2011-02-01 21:46:31 (92 views)
When you wax your car do you use a power buffer to buff it out or elbow grease? - LanceA62.7 2011-01-31 08:27:38 (232 views) for a carnauba I apply and remove by hand, any liquid wax /sealant get a PC and apply with the - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-02 17:17:11 (145 views) what's the advantage of applying a sealant by machine? - EDness 2011-02-03 10:16:38 (76 views) In my experience applying a sealant by machine allows you to apply in thinner coats. - brianja 2011-02-03 16:49:56 (104 views) was going to say the same... agree - adminisTerTurbo 2011-02-04 15:06:16 (98 views) For just wax I will do it by hand. Polish etc with the PC. - Misplacedyankee 2011-01-31 18:08:12 (84 views) Porter Cable buffer on DD. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-31 10:57:57 (128 views) By hand. - RKA 2011-01-31 09:48:56 (122 views) Elbow grease. - cj99si 2011-01-31 08:48:37 (85 views)
Group Buy on Adam's Polishes New Essentials Kit - phil@detailersdomain 2011-01-27 18:51:02 (168 views)
planning on refreshing my menzerna polishes -- would anyone be interested in buying my old stash? - meem 2011-01-27 15:39:54 (171 views) meem, ygm from your neighbor... - 40valver 2011-01-31 15:22:50 (81 views) super intensive and power gloss still left: any takers? - meem 2011-01-29 05:27:28 (83 views) Maybe... ping me? - shaddai 2011-01-31 02:11:18 (71 views) if not now, by spring there will be people lining up. - RKA 2011-01-29 09:27:20 (83 views) whatcha got and how much of it? - RKA 2011-01-27 16:05:22 (92 views) list inside - meem 2011-01-27 17:14:34 (169 views) I know you don't want to deal with breaking it up, - RKA 2011-01-27 19:57:07 (126 views) i would be willing to saw off that chunk for you. once the new stuff arrives i will let you know. - meem 2011-01-27 21:29:10 (77 views) cool, I'll send you an email - RKA 2011-01-28 10:11:16 (69 views)
Wet sanding the headlights is not for the faint of heart. ..... - W.E.Coyote-SuperGenius 2011-01-25 18:16:39 (384 views) great job! - phil@detailersdomain 2011-02-02 17:17:34 (84 views) i still see a bit of grain, perhaps you did not cut with a tough enough pad? i've gone as low as 200 - Jimmy 2011-01-26 11:28:35 (111 views) can't understand why folks here aren't putting clear bras on their headlights. cheap and effective. - meem 2011-01-27 17:52:36 (100 views) ..... - bpp 2011-01-28 08:42:28 (166 views) :-) - meem 2011-01-28 11:34:05 (99 views) lol - Jimmy 2011-01-31 23:41:44 (91 views) I've got them on both cars! They are worth it and like you said, inexpensive and they work. - GDawgS4 2011-01-27 21:16:51 (86 views) That sounds like the kit I used on my A6's, but I think I added a 4000g as a finisher. Took a while, - jbchino 2011-01-26 08:53:52 (107 views) That's a good idea to go over it one more time with an even finer grit. I'll give that a try .... - W.E.Coyote-SuperGenius 2011-01-26 09:29:48 (105 views) make sure you get a clear coat back on those or they will permanently yellow. - DVS27T 2011-01-25 23:56:44 (129 views) Why does everyone say this?They won't yellow on this type of plastic - Jimmy 2011-01-26 11:29:47 (124 views) It has happened to two people I know who have done this same thing - DVS27T 2011-02-03 20:21:01 (96 views) I'm curious about the 'yellow' color...it's a clear plastic, clouded, clouding yes, but clear. - bpp 2011-02-04 07:47:14 (106 views) cars left outside can have their headlights physically discolor as though they are burning. - DVS27T 2011-02-09 01:02:38 (96 views) Is that easily removed by just a polish (no sanding)? - RKA 2011-01-26 07:22:39 (94 views) I'm guessing that 10 years of sitting outside, many washes and polishings had already degraded ..... - W.E.Coyote-SuperGenius 2011-01-26 07:58:18 (113 views) I'm not asking for you, I'm asking for me! :) - RKA 2011-01-26 10:11:59 (105 views) What about Lamin-X or similar to protect it? I wonder if that will prevent yellowing... - GDawgS4 2011-01-26 08:32:41 (100 views) I put Dupont XPEL on all my headlight lenses, keeps them like new 10+ years later. )) - bpp 2011-01-26 16:13:37 (163 views) Thanks for the tip. - W.E.Coyote-SuperGenius 2011-01-26 05:10:50 (85 views)
Best way to remove small scratches from the RNS-E screen? They only show up in direct - jbchino 2011-01-25 10:44:06 (88 views) Someone once posted they used light polish to remove the scratches however that also removed - GDawgS4 2011-01-26 08:37:34 (131 views) Hmmm, thats a neat idea. Thx. - jbchino 2011-01-26 08:51:32 (71 views) 19 views and no ideas? Come on guys, yer the detailing gurus, right? - jbchino 2011-01-26 08:06:25 (68 views) i'd just replace the screen, but i didn't think that'd be helpful, so i stayed quiet :-) - meem 2011-01-27 01:21:37 (71 views) It's not bad enough to warrant that. Probably cost an arm and a leg as well. - jbchino 2011-01-27 08:17:46 (72 views)
Sonax Wheel Cleaner is like magic - dgibbs 2011-01-24 21:14:46 (133 views) Yup. The cost per use is pretty crazy though. - Zed 2011-01-26 15:30:21 (103 views) that's why i got the two 5L bottle deal from phil. - EDness 2011-01-27 21:42:38 (78 views) It sure is...Makes light work of brake dust... - pdxa4 2011-01-26 14:05:20 (73 views)
engine bay cleaning question... - Boba Fett 2011-01-24 16:59:39 (146 views) Watch this. - Quattro4 2011-01-25 07:39:25 (139 views) Dont do it like that. - cj99si 2011-01-25 21:59:37 (74 views) Why?? - Quattro4 2011-01-26 08:29:41 (80 views) You either - cj99si 2011-01-26 16:29:51 (129 views) Keep it running while you wash it. - cj99si 2011-01-24 22:03:54 (114 views) i usually clean once a year or so..... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-24 18:29:16 (118 views)
First time to use the ACE Turbostick. - pdxa4 2011-01-24 14:30:10 (172 views) it does make it easier to clean inside the wheels. - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-24 16:13:19 (65 views)
Can a razor blade scrape off the glass? - Quattro4 2011-01-23 10:09:02 (111 views) inside or outside glass? - UberVier 2011-01-24 21:02:46 (69 views) Outside - Quattro4 2011-01-25 07:32:24 (74 views) probably just muck - UberVier 2011-02-07 22:10:23 (73 views) it's not the glass, but maybe the safety coating...how old is the car? - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-23 13:29:45 (65 views) 19 - Quattro4 2011-01-24 07:39:48 (62 views) not an expert, but i'm guess it's the coating.... - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-24 11:47:44 (86 views) Yes, it's the rear window. - Quattro4 2011-01-24 11:54:40 (91 views) sorry, not trying to be a butthead....you sure you're not taking off any of the defroster - schnellmb_heart attack 2011-01-24 16:15:27 (88 views)
Sonax Giveaway 2 - Detailer's Domain - phil@detailersdomain 2011-01-21 21:43:10 (144 views)
Whats the best product to clean/polish/protect my exhaust tips? - John Lee Pettimore 2011-01-20 20:37:49 (93 views) i like NVRDULL - SFexBOY 2011-01-21 12:51:37 (76 views) Used the crap out of that in my Navy days. - cj99si 2011-01-21 20:45:35 (110 views) i like adam's metal polish. - 2PUTT 2011-01-20 23:38:25 (168 views) thank you, thats the answer I wanted, I just ordered some from Detailer's Domain - John Lee Pettimore 2011-01-21 12:59:47 (75 views) Same here but they discontinued the 2 stage metal polish. - 808MGuy 2011-01-21 12:31:53 (88 views)

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