Recent content by HeavyB

I'm preparing to invest in a DA polisher set-up to take care of the family cars once winter passes. I'm wondering if my Festool Rotex RO90 would be a good option as the small throw, small pad (4") DA polisher to compliment a long throw machine like a Rupes Bigfoot or GG Boss DA? Anyone have...

I've perused this and other forums for many hours for info to guide me in investing in a machine polishing set-up for my new Golf R (Oryx White). I'm leaning toward coating with CQ-UK so I need a compatible prep workflow that is noob friendly. Basically what polishing paint prep polishing...

Just took possession of a 2016 Oryx White VW Golf R a little over a week ago. Really happy with the car, its a little stealth rocket with AWD to get through the winters here. Anyway, I told the dealer not to touch the car after removing the plastic, no wash, no bumpers drilled. They obliged...

I will shortly be investing in a RO machine polishing set-up and would like some advice on which product line to go with. I recently read someone say that the Optimum compound/polish line doesn't work well with a RO polisher. Is this one man's opinion or a consensus view? Other considerations...

I've read that its advisable to apply sealant to wheels to make break dust removal easier as well as protect their finish. This weekend I cleaned the wheels of my new RAV4 with ONR and an old sheepskin mitt and dried with a microfiber cloth. I didn't have time to clay the wheels unfortunately...

Hello All, I'm a long time lurker, (almost) first time poster here. I enjoy reading this forum and my car is better off for it as well. I don't have alot of time to spend detailing due to work/family/house (not different from most of us here I'm sure), but I recently spruced up the RAV4...

I am considering fixing up the appearance of our 120k+ mile 98 Subaru Outback. It needs to last us several more years, and I'm tired of having a shabby looking car, which actually runs quite well. Problem is, it spent most of its life shleping up and down the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and...

Hello, Any Madison-area Autopians 'round here? I'm interested in learning how to do some machine polishing and have the perfect beater on which to hone my skills. Actually, I'd like to try and spruce up a 98 Subaru Outback that needs to last another several years (with 125k already on the...