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  1. 10-21-2013, 08:01 PM #1
    valleyrider
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    New member from central CA

    Been lurking for a bit and finally joined. I`m starting to get a good idea of things I`ll need to be able to start detailing my cars.

    Learned so far that getting hung up on brand loyalty is a silly thing to do and most quality products out today are so well made they will give great results if used properly.

    Things I`ll need:
    DA Polisher - looking at the Griots 6"
    compound - considering D300
    polish - thinking PF2500 and SF4500
    Sealant - Opti-coat 2.0 since both cars are outside and one is covered under a Noah cover at night

    It seems Opti-coat will be the easiest to take care of and protect the vehicles longest. I know you dont need to top opti-coat with anything but for times when I want that extra boost of shine I`m thinking of getting some Pinnacle Souverän Paste Wax for a little boost.

    Wash - right now it seems pull a name from a bucket for a decent soap since they all seem good.

    I have some Speed Shine right now that I use to remove dust as well as the microfiber towels they sell in the speed shine kit. I also have a pack of microfiber towels are not quite as plush as the speed shine towels but not as thin as a shop towel.

    I`m still trying to do all my research first to learn as much as I can before diving in head first so please point me in the right direction if anything seems off or could be bettered in some way.
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  2. 10-21-2013, 08:14 PM #2
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Welcome to AutopiaForums!
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  3. 10-21-2013, 08:24 PM #3
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Welcome to AutopiaForums!!!
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  4. 10-21-2013, 08:45 PM #4
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Welcome to AF! I`m also in cencal. Where are you from?
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  5. 10-21-2013, 09:25 PM #5
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Quote Originally Posted by dc52nv View Post
    Welcome to AF! I`m also in cencal. Where are you from?
    Fresno, where are you located?
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  6. 10-21-2013, 09:39 PM #6
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Quote Originally Posted by valleyrider View Post
    Fresno, where are you located?
    Madera. Small world.
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  7. 10-22-2013, 09:23 AM #7
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    Re: New member from central CA

    welcome to AF. you`ve got some good choices for products. don`t forget to clay the surface too.
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  8. 10-22-2013, 12:10 PM #8
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Welcome to AF! I`m in the east bay and an authorized Opti Coat pro installer if you get stuck or need any tips!
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  9. 10-22-2013, 08:02 PM #9
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    Re: New member from central CA

    Quote Originally Posted by tropicsteve View Post
    welcome to AF. you`ve got some good choices for products. don`t forget to clay the surface too.
    No, cant forget the clay, although I did forget to mention it there.

    Quote Originally Posted by Jsmooth View Post
    Welcome to AF! I`m in the east bay and an authorized Opti Coat pro installer if you get stuck or need any tips!
    I will take you up on that offer! Expect a pm for some tips.
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  10. 10-23-2013, 04:55 AM #10
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    Welcome !!!!
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  11. 10-23-2013, 06:05 AM #11
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