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    Is Edge a DEAD product line

    Or is there some stuff that remains new/current I love my black Scmitt so much for wheelwells.. But if it's just leftover stock out there, I may just have to stock up....(this is one product I don't have a back to the backup) per se.
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    OC / CQ / AQ - Waterspotting on newer sealants

    What/how has your experience been with the newer sealants and waterspotting (OptiCoat, Aquartz/CQuartz). If you find there is waterspotting, are you guys having a *tough time* doing spot repairs ---- isolated polishing. Or are you doing considerably more polishing on these sealants in...
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    Buffing Stainless Steel

    I've got a stainless steel item that has slight scratches. Where should I go to buy what tools and abrasive for it. The overall finished piece is high polished stainless. I assume it's going to fit the chuck of a drill. If it's a grinder.........I'm going to have to clean up my metabos...
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    Menzerna 106FA and 85RD

    Brand new 32oz bottles QTY 2: Menzerna 85RD SOLD QTY 3: Menzerna 106FA $37 PER BOTTLE SHIPPED CONUS
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    One of the most important tools in my detailing aresnal is

    Good drying and wash mediums.... I've got a boxful of hand picked thumbless sheepskin mitts that I ~cherry picked~. I rotate to new mitts probably more often than the average person. Curious, what are you thoughts on this mitt... Merino wool wash mitt, auto wash mitt, sheepskin wash mitt...
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    AQuartz/CQuartz/OptiSeal - Has you washing routine/regime changed ?

    With these *non stick* so called sealants, has you washing regimen changed ? Less soap / and or don't care how ~lubricious~ your soap is. Soap with or without glossing agents. No soap - just a strong powerful rinse with the pressure washer ? Pre-foam and the pressure wash off . I'm...
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    Is this the biggest towel I can get ---- DIY Fender Covers

    Not sure who wrenches here...but the regular fender not only scratches but they are cheap and break often... I have laid a WW towel ontop and then a heavy bath rug ontop. I'm convinced to have the wifey sew me up some towels. So the plan to to get the largest MF I could find which appears...
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    What's in a metal polish

    Paste or Liquid. I suppose carrier oils, and abrasives - similar to paint polishes, just different stuff for the medium intended (metal). I've tried alot and ALWAYS reach for my favorite metal polish (heavy metal polish) I primarily use their fine metal polish but at times, do reach for the...
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    Let's talk towels - specifically PLUSH drying towels

    I've looked on and off.... Anyone making a extremely deep pile plush towel that is larger than a regular 16x16 MF towel size. For starters, I use the following towels after a blow dry... Pak Ultra Soft WW towel (I ALWAYS prime these by doing the glass 1st or spritzing water)...
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    What is your FAVORITE wheel tools.....

    I'll admit, I wash my wheels every 2-3 days and my preferred medium of choice is old retired sheepskin mitts. It generally is too soft to remove soil and grit off a daily driver wheels. I also then follow up with retired microfibers. Other tools of choice are ACE powersticks, and Swisswax...
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    Stripping Sealant.....

    I'd prefer to use as little mechanical action as possible on stripping sealant off paint prior to Opticoat application. Which poison would you pick.. Stuff in my stash Valugard ABC A VERY HEAVY mix of CG CWG foammend with a long 10-15 minute'ish dwell time Can't think of any...
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    What's the cost of PDR in your region

    Quality of life, /// scale of labor is regionally based and can vary. I'm just curious what PDR (paintless dent repair) runs in your part of town... Out here in Gotham city, on the low side, $125-150 per panel (2-3) dime sized dents and no one really does a per dent fee. I can't justify...
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    Mytee HP60

    Mytee HP60 machine . I'd give it a 9.5 out of 10. Used about 4-5 times on the interior. Located in the NYC area. Will deliver for small nominal fee within the NYC area. No shipping...due to size and boxing, etc. $1000 firm.
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    VX5000 Steamer Forsale

    Used for about 3 seasons sparingly (2 summers and a spring). Price is $550 + shipping. Local NYC pickup available.
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    VX5000 Steamer forsale

    Used for about 3 seasons sparingly (2 summers and a spring). Price is $550 + shipping. Local NYC pickup available.
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    Higher End Carper Wands

    Not sure if anyone has given this much thought of have looked at the various wands out there.... traditional exposed sprayer head (overspray) closed sprayer internal sprayer vs $$$$ Closed loop sprayers *the liquid recirculates* within the head - which generally gurantees no...
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    Clear Bra in Bulk

    I looked at Ebay...just not sure whether stuff is genuine or not... Fleabay has become a harbor bay for FAKES.... I'm looking to purchase Ventureshield or 3M in bulk. Don't need a whole box....just need a couple of linear feet for a project of mine. Any distributors, online you guys may...
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    Any painters in the house - tack cloth needed when painting

    It's been a very very longtime since I painted anything metal...the closest this was HVLP on the ten zillion wrought Iron fence this summer..after many weekends with my Metabo and getting the prep done 1st. Is a tack cloth necessary if I'm painting metal or if I'm just doing 320wetsand, 2...
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    Anyone still here using PPG Aquapel

    I'm down to my last Aquapel appicator... Used to love love this stuff....ordered it by the cases. With the advent of WOWO sealants, $ per product ratio as well, I supposed Optiseal, BFWD, etc that is in my stash...Aquapel $ per ratio seems to be a expensive solutions.
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    FK1000 - Anyone order lately

    My last batch was super uber rock hard - and I ended sending it back... Not sure if the formulation has changed, was it just a bad batch run, etc.This was about a year ago.... Has anyone ordered FK1000 lately. How's your pot. Not looking for nuba soft but is it soft enough that a warm hand...
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