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I know, I know, just get a PC! But, I'm still trying to stretch my money as far as possible and be able to afford some more supplies also, so here's a question. Would this or something similar be worth it, me having never used on before and just want a "starter": Craftsman OB on Ebay Or...

What do you guys use on your wheels after cleaning them? Wax? A polymer? Something else? So far, I've used some Meguiar's wax on car, and some Klasse SG on some silver painted wheels. I have Klasse, Platinum, Zaino, and a couple cheap waxes. What's best to use for the best shine and...

What do you guys use on your wheels after cleaning them? Wax? A polymer? Something else? So far, I've used some Meguiar's wax on car, and some Klasse SG on some silver painted wheels. I have Klasse, Platinum, Zaino, and a couple cheap waxes. What's best to use for the best shine and...

It seems as though there's an endless amount of detailing products so many people use on here. And, since I've been doing other people's cars I've found out how each car can require quite different things. I'm not a bazillionaire, but have $$ to spend, so help me out with a few things: What...

Okay, I need a little help. I've been doing some detailing over the past couple of weeks and have had good results but need to cut down in time. Ususally, I start anywhere from 7:45 to 8:30 in the morning and finish at about 4:30 in the afternoon. Now, of course, this is quite a long time...

What's the best way to advertise a personal detailing business? I've been operating my own for about 2-3 weeks now off and on, only doing 2 cars so far, with the 3rd sceduled for this Wednesday. The first 2 impressed so many people that my name is spreading but business isn't really picking...

Anyone know of a good place to buy 100% white cotton bath towels on-line? I'm going to order some Zaino to use Friday before we go on vacation, but won't be able to make it to a store in the meantime.

I have a customers van outside that I'm detailing, and stupid me, I decided to try some Eagle One wheel cleaner on the rims. Now there's a milky white coating that seems to be etched into the wheel clearcoat, and I can't get it off!!!! Tried polish, still trying polishing compund. What the...

Okay, okay, I've tried Klasse AIO, SG, and most recently Platinum (last week!), but now I must try Zaino! Being on a budget, I need to buy only the basics and have narrowed it down to this: 1) Z-5 2) Z-6 spray 3) Z-7 wash 4) ZFX The reason why Zaino? A few actually. One, I've never...

I think I remember a few sites being posted where Zaino can be orderd direct with credit card, but I can't remember the links. I may still mail an order directly to Zaino but just wanted to check these sites first. Does one sell the Zaino at the same prices as it would be through Sal?

I already posted the link in the Professional Detailer's thread, but thought I'd put it over here too for some more opinions. Sure, it's based on a "free" Geocities account, but each of my customers that have seen it kept commenting on how "cool" or very "neat" it was. I try to update daily...

What the heck do you use to somewhat easily remove tar?

Okay, I have a question. Having never owned or used a PC before and now running a small detailing operation, it's clear that I need one. But, I don't want to spend more than I have to, preferably $50 or under. So, what's the best PC in that price range and what are some tips for a first time...

It took me all day, and I mean ALL DAY, but I got the 2000 Buick Century done. All I can say, is thank god it was beige! The owner has never "washed" it since it was new, telling me that she never really liked the car that much, so she didn't want to take any time keeping it up. It was run...

Any idea on what to use for a sort of homemade wash mixture to use with a scrub brush on car carpeting and floor mats? Would just a simple water and soap mixture (Dawn?) in a bucket work? This isn't for serious stains, just a simple thing to use for freshening somewhat dirty carpet. Any ideas?

We've had our Onyx Black Avalanche for a little over 2 months now. Over the past month or so, I've accumulated 3 coats of Klasse AIO and 3 coats of SG. I was very pleased with the protection and water-shedding abilities, but not impressed by the typical plasticky, sterile shine it gave on the...

Okay, I didn't spend too much time on it yet, but what do you guys think of my new site? I'm just starting out as a detailer with clients lined up, and though a site would be a great idea. Sure, it's a "free" starter site, but pretty good so far, huh? Take a look: DKAutoSpa

Okay, I give up! We've now had our Avalanche with OWL tires for 2 months, and I have yet to see the white letters actually "white", or clean! I wash the wheels and tires off at the same time, usually using a combination of a wheel/tire brush and then a sponge. The main problem seems to be a...

Okay, I want to order some new stuff today, probably from 4starplatinum with the sale going on. I've narrowed it down to 2 choices: 1. P21S Carnuba Wax & the Bodywork Wash or 2. Platinum (pre-cleaner, wash, QD, paint care) It will be going on mainly 24 hour outdoors vehicles, both our...

Basically, our 2 month old black Chevy Avalanche and most of the cars I will be detailing, sit outside 24 hours a day. More importantly though, is our Av in particular. Living in Southern Delaware, I have become aware of some pretty nasty ourdoor contaminents floating around. I detail the car...