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    Intensive Polish and PC on Infiniti...Not happy with results..need suggestions

    Hi all, Well I recently totaled my volvo, which was pristine..Oh well I picked up a used Infiniti 2003 QX4, nice shape over all but the previous owner did not do Sh** to keep the paint clean and managable for future Autopians. My volvo responded well to a white pad and IP...followed by...
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    Cleaning dust behind instrumrnt console

    Hello everyone....I have collected a bit of dust behind my clear plastic instrument console on my dash...The dust had initially found its way in there from very small holes near the odemeter reset button...I guess big enogh to get dust in there???...Since the holes are small, how can I clear out...
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    my first time.....

    with a PC!!!...Loved it..Thoughts on the results??? PC7336 White pad IP White pad AIO 1x SG by hand
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    bought the PC 7336 6 incher...Now what do I need in terms of pads

    Need help and best $$ I use SMR ansd Menzerna IP AIO and SG A few minor sratches and water spots on my Silver Volvo Which Pad combo to I get and which backing plate that works with the pads I AM SO CONFUSED WITH ALL THE OFFERINGS ON CMA AND OTHER SITES...AGHHHHHHHHHH??????? Whats...
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    Buying first PC...have 2 in models in mind ..need help

    Well..Im doing it...laying down the cash for a new PC..No more working the car by hand or an orbital. I have narrowed it down to the Dewalt DW849 or CMA has a "Spinoff" type PC called the Vector (less $$$)...I know you get what you pay for but here is the condition of my car...and you all tell...
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    Just picked my car up from the bodyshop..Need advice

    Good morning..Last week I had a run-in with a dumpster...Dented rear panel and bumper. This morning I picked the car up..Im mad and need advice as how to approach this. The clearcoat along the edges of the panel have small bumps like bubbles...its not smooth at all????....you can see them and...
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    Autobody recommendation for Clearwater area of Florida

    Hello everyone...had a run-in with a "low profile dumpster" on Saturday....Dented rear panel, cracked taillight and scraped bumper...any bodyshop that specializes in Imports (Volvo) and has the good work ethics and pride...and can deal with a picky customer. Clearwater, Largo, Palm Harbor area...
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    Nobody has answered my post after 44 views..I will try again

    Hello everyone...About 6 months ago I notices microscratches on my plastic molding and plastic door handles...I used SMR topped with the AIO/SG Twins...using my cheap ol' orbital waxer and gone...Yeahhh..BUT now they are back 6 months later???..i cant feel them with my fingernail, and at certain...
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    Saw a Black & Decker waxer / buffer at Target?..Anything worth looking at buying?

    Hi everyone...I was at Target yesterday and noticed in the tool section that Black & Decker had a little handheld about 5 - 8" round waxing buffer with a blue sponge and wool pad. ..Anyone see this ? Will it damage the car..the cost is low, so I wanted to ask you guys first..Thanks..lance
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    Is it necessary to AIO after clay or just SG?

    Hi everyone ...have not detailed in 2 weeks or so due to rain everyday...but hood is filthy and bombarded with road grime and fallout crap...if i re-clay do I have to go thru the AIO/SG process or does clay leave the SG...therefore I can just layer more?...thanks..lance
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    Is a little Dawn and water OK to clean Black interior?

    I've used a bit of Dawn and warm water and it seemed to work well cleaning the interior...Cleaned off the old 303 .Then followed a new application of 303 ..looks great..Any one else?...Is it bad to use Dawn for the interior?..Thanks..lance
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    Any Autopians in Tampa area want to look at my post and my car in person?I Need help

    If anyone in tampa- clearwater -oldsmar -palm harbor -for a liitle help...If ya' have the free time...Thanks..Lance Hello everyone..i have a unique one here...I own a Silver Volvo and recently I have noticed that the strips of painted plastic molding along the passenger side doors have...
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    Painted/clear coated plastic door molding question..Help!

    Hello everyone..i have a unique one here...I own a Silver Volvo and recently I have noticed that the strips of painted plastic molding along the passenger side doors have like scratches in them..not one or two..but many, to where is looks as if though it is fading? I went to the dealer this...
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    Do mechanics really care or treat a car different when it looks good?

    I always wondered that...Do dealer or independent mechanics treat your car better if you have a nice detailed car..inside and out ..with a bonus..an awesome engine...Any thoughts?..Im sure it all depends on the mechanic...but ...If he (or she) says..."Wow, this guys keeps the car clean...well I...
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    Whats the best way to clean door jams?

    Happy Friday everyone!!...Im going to get all medieval on the volvo doorjams tomorrow...Whats the best cleaning solution for inside the door where all the hinges are greasy and stuff?...And I always seem to get my hands cut up on all the parts and hinges..I hate that!!...Maybe Simple...
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