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    Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Product Reviews



    Product Review: Ultima Paint Guard Wash

    Wolfgang Uber Wheel Cleaner video & instructional review

    New Product Review: Black Label Diamond Paint Sealant

    BLACKFIRE Advanced Pad Cleaner & Restorer

    Quick Video Review: Metro Vac Master Blaster 8 hp

    Quick Review: Griot`s Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner

    Video Review: Pinnacle`s new glass care products for 2013

    Wurth High Build UnderBody UnderSeal- Review and How-To

    Video review and how-to: TUF SHINE Tire Clearcoat Permanent Tire Dressing

    In depth Product review: Mothers Professional Machine Glaze

    In depth: Mother`s Professional Heavy Duty Rubbing Compound

    In depth: Mothers Professional Foam Pad Polish

    BRING THE BLACK BACK with the Solution Finish Exterior Trim Kit- Video

    Don`t let the sun stop you! Poorboy`s Glass Cleaner review!

    Detailer`s Paint Coating & Detailer`s Wheel Coating - Water Beading Affect

    Wolf`s DeIronizer Vs. Dirty Wheels Review

    Pinnacle Glass Care does an amazing job!

    Makita 2Mode BO6040 Orbital Polisher

    Wolf`s Chemicals Corrective Polishes- Quick Review, Video, Picture

    Wolf`s Chemicals Hard Body Quick Review

    Reviewed: Wolf`s "Clean & Coat" Wheel Cleaner

    Ultima Interior Gel Shampoo

    Quick Review: Detailer`s Krystal Vision Aerosol

    Marine 31 Metal Polish

    Quick Review: 1Z Colour-Tec Wheel Cleaner

    Detailer`s Glass Coating Review & How To

    Scholl Concepts Shampol

    Great Looking Tires at an even better price- Poorboy`s World Natural Look

    BLACKFIRE Advanced Pad Cleaner & Restorer Vs. Dirty Pads

    Sonax Plastic Restorer Gel

    SONUS Trim & Motor Kote

    Finish Kare FK1000P Hi-Temp Paste Wax

    The Wolf`s Mask Spray On Paint Protection Part 1

    The Wolf`s Mask Spray On Paint Protection Part 2

    Product Review & How To: Ultima Paint Prep Plus

    Product Review: Ultima Interior Guard Plus

    Product Review: Speedy Surface Prep Paint Decontamination Towel



    Comparisons



    Gtechniq Glass Repellent Throwdown! G1 ClearVision Smart Glass vs G5 Water Repellent Coating

    Bug Remover Comparison Test

    Meguiars M105 vs. Menzerna FG400

    DA Cutting Pad show Down

    Rupes Vs. Griot`s Show Down - Duetto & Mini vs. Griot`s 6-inch & 3-inch Polishers

    German Wheel Cleaner Showdown

    The Ultimate Glaze Showdown

    CarPro Eraser Vs. Gtechniq Panel Wipe

    The Difference Between Diminishing and Non-Diminishing Abrasive Polishes


    Details & Detailing Write Ups



    Ferrari F430 Spider Paint Correction & Detail

    Ferrari 250 Europa vs. Rupes - BlackICE

    The Original Buffeast: The Greatest Detailing Adventure Ever Told

    Buffest 2.0: In the Buff (working title)

    Buffest 2011- The NEWEST Buffeast- Lamborghini/DeTomaso/SL300 Gullwing/Ghia and more

    Ferrari 330 GTC

    Ferrari 288 GTO: Full correction and restorative detail using Scholl and Wolf`s

    1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convt. FULL DETAIL & a trip back in time

    Ferrari 458 Spider: Full paint correction & Gtechniq EXO

    Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Detailed

    Lamborghini Gallardo -330 pics- 5 day detail

    FACEBOOK Write-Up from this weekend. 4 million dollar AC prototype

    Detailed: Audi R8 GT V10- Testing some new BLACKFIRE (60 pics +)

    Quick Write Up: Azzuro California (Light Blue) F430 Spider

    Aston Martin in custom Ferrari TDF Blue

    Ferrari 458 Italia: Full wetsand, orange peel leveling and paint perfection

    From The TID Archive:

    1979 Ferrari Boxer

    F430 in Black, F430 Scud in Red

    1931 Bentley Saloon

    Ferrari 328 Restoration Detail

    Lamborghini Gallardo: Fixing Somebody Else`s Mistake

    3 Ferrari Corrections


    Waxes/Sealants/Coatings



    BLACKFIRE Midnight Sun Ivory Carnauba Wax w video

    Wolf`s Chemicals Hard Body

    Comprehensive Opti-Coat 2.0 Application Guide

    About: Carnauba Car Waxes

    Polish and Seal your Paint in two hours with the BLACKFIRE "Rapid Fire" combination

    Product Reivew: Sonus SwirlBuster- Create the appearance of perfect paint while saving your paint!

    Poorboy`s Reviews: White Diamond Show Glaze/ EX-P Pure Sealant/ Natty`s Red Paste Wax


    Product Review: Poorboy`s Super Slick & Suds Car Wash

    Reviewed: FLEX PE14-2-150 Rotary Polisher



    Exterior Care



    How To: Wash Your Car Using The Two Bucket Method.

    How To: Use the Blackfire PolyClay II System to decontaminate your paint

    Washing: Wash Media

    Quick Article: The different way to remove water spots.

    New Car Detailing: Exterior Paint

    How to restore faded, yellowed, or oxidized headlights with no tools, with 3M

    Washing: What To use and When...

    Ultima Paint Prep Plus

    How To: Glass Science To Keep Your Windshield Clean

    Nanoskin AutoScrub Video

    Problem Solver: How To Remove Bug Stains & Tar Deposits

    Pinnacle Bug Sponge- Safe for Paint

    BRING THE BLACK BACK with the Solution Finish Exterior Trim Kit- Video



    Paint Polishing



    Is heat good or even needed for paint correction?

    What`s in a name: Random Orbital vs. Forced Rotation

    Why: Backing plate size size is important when used on a DA

    Meguiar`s M105/M205 Polish/Pad Application Guideline Chart

    Meguiar`s vs. Lake Country Pad Comparison Chart

    Leave swirls in the past with the latest in polishing technology from Optimum!

    Is Wet Sanding Dangerous or Bad Practice?

    Cross Hatch Sanding

    Choosing the right style and type of DA polisher

    Video: Acheiving a swirl free finish with Meguiar`s M105 Ultra Cut Compound

    Finishing with Meguiar`s M105 Ultra Cut Compound

    Polishing Pad Priming!

    Is pad rotation necessary for a DA polisher to correct paint?

    Game Changing Performance - CarPro Denim Pads - Orange Peel Removal

    Listen To Your Paint

    Makita 2Mode BO6040 Orbital Polisher

    Wolf`s Chemicals Corrective Polishes- Video, Picture

    How To Jewel Your Paint For The Ultimate Shine

    Ticks & Tips For Polishing Finicky Paint

    Polishing Supplies for Beginning Polishers

    Menzerna Polishes & Lake Country Pad Chart

    Detail Institute- What Are Paint Defects?

    Autopia Car Care Polish Comparison Chart

    Paint Polishing 102: Heat

    How a Backing Plate Design Affects Rotary Polishing

    Is Wet Sanding Dangerous or a Bad Practice?

    Getting a better finish from Meguiar`s M205 Ultra Finishing Polish

    About: Polishing Pad Foam

    Paint Filling/Masking

    Surbuf Buffing Pads: Tips and Tricks for Maximum Cut!



    Guides



    The different types of Water Marks

    Different Paint Systems

    How to: Finish Kare 3 Step Paint Decontamination System

    Lake Country CCS Pad Aggressiveness Chart

    Lake Country Kompressor Pad Aggressiveness Chart

    Lake Country Hydro-Tech Pad Aggressiveness Chart

    Autopia Detailing Guide How To Wash Your Car- Detailing 101

    Autopia Guide To Headlight Restoration

    Autopia Guide to Rupes BigFoot Polishers


    BLACKFIRE 5-Step Paint Care Cycle: Create Whiplash!

    Car Care Myths

    Autopia Guide To Sport Bike Detailing

    Comprehensive Opti-Coat 2.0 Application Guide

    Autopia Guide to Detailing: Using Detail Clay



    Engine Detailing



    The 15 minute engine detail...

    SONUS Trim & Motor Kote



    Wheel & Tire Detailing



    Wolfgang Uber Wheel Cleaner video & how to

    Wolf`s Chemicals "Clean & Coat" Nano Wheel Cleaner

    German Wheel Cleaner Showdown

    Wheel Care Made (Extremely) Easy - CarPro Hydro2

    Low Budget Fix- Using Wurth`s Silver Wheel Paint to restore the look of wheel covers

    1Z Colour Tec Wheel Cleaner

    TUF SHINE Tire Clearcoat Permanent Tire Dressing

    Quick Tips: 4 quick tips to cleaning tires!

    Poorboy`s Spray & Rinse Wheel Cleaner Video



    Interior Care:



    Understanding the different types of leather

    Keep your leather looking great with Leather Master Products

    Ultima Interior Gel Shampoo

    How To Rejuvenate Dried Out Interior Pieces using BLACKFIRE Interior Protectant

    Repair Leather & Vinyl w 3M

    Ultima Interior Guard Plus

    Tips and Tricks: Vacuuming Your Vehicle

    How To: Extract your carpets using a Mytee Lite II 8070

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    This is approximately 50% of the articles I have written on this site, more will be added.

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Long overdue!

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    thanks for all your work todd. your shared expertise and efforts are always very helpful.

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Great!

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    sheesh... i gots a lotta reading to do...thanks todd

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    This is awesome. I often send links to customers, particularly to help them maintain their car after I am done. I often send several of your articles to them but sometimes have a hard time locating the one I want. This will make it so much easier... until I write my own. Thanks, Todd.

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Quote Originally Posted by Nth Degree View Post
    This is awesome. I often send links to customers, particularly to help them maintain their car after I am done. I often send several of your articles to them but sometimes have a hard time locating the one I want. This will make it so much easier... until I write my own. Thanks, Todd.
    My pleasure

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Todd--thanks for taking the time to compile this list!!! Very helpful to have it all in one place.

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Thank you SO much, Todd, for doing this! It was only a few days ago when I asked if you had/if you could do this, and poof, you did! This is beyond words! I am truly at a loss for how epic this is...




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    LOVE IT! I appreciate your efforts!

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Quote Originally Posted by radarryan View Post
    Thank you SO much, Todd, for doing this! It was only a few days ago when I asked if you had/if you could do this, and poof, you did! This is beyond words! I am truly at a loss for how epic this is...



    Thanks man, your post kind of lit the fire that forced me to finally get around to doing this.

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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    This is great keep it up. Great thread!

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    You sir are awesome!
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    Re: Todd Helme Detailing Article Archive

    Todd,

    You have provided a tremendous resource...this went right to my desktop. Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together.

    Best regards,
    Tom

 

 
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