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    How the heck do I get dirt and saw dust out of my MF towel??

    Ok, I have some MF towels that have saw dust, wood chips, and crap in them. The washer does not get it out. Is there an easy way to clean them? Thanks!
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    Will Poorboy's EX hide swirls?

    Ok, I know polish will take swirls out. However, tomorrow night I am doing my buddy's 2002 Civic. He is going to have it in a show Friday-Sunday. The thing is, he does not listen to what I tell him and does not know how to take care of paint. I found him last Friday rubbing the dusty car...
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    PC pads..how long do they last and how do you clean them?

    I am just wondering what you guys do to clean your pads and how long do your pads last. Also, do you use your the same pad for polishes and sealants such as Pooboy's EX? The reason I am asking is because I have gone through 2 Griot's Orange pads in about 2 months! I have a CMA orange but...
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    Confused on layering

    I am confused about layering. If I want to layer Poorboy's EX do I put a coat on then wipe it off then put another coat on? And if I want to layer with P21S Carnuba do I put on Poorboy's EX wipe it off then apply P21S or is the second coat applied on top of the first coat?
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    How to detail leather interior?

    Ok, I have researched a few products and think I will use either a Griot's Garage product or Lennox. My question is how to use them. Do I just rub them into the leather with a rag or sponge or something? Do I have to let it sit then take it off? I have never done leather before and want to...
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    Finally! New brakes!

    The brakes on my 1990 Civic hatchback have been getting soft and weird feeling. So I finally take it to my buddies shop to get checked. I was going to do them myself but then it will be a weekend long project that will never get started let alone get done. Well, seems one of my brake pads...
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    My checklist...anything else I should add?

    Ok, I am making a checklist for detailing. I am so forgetful I have to write myself notes all the time so I am making a checklist so I don't miss anything when I detail. Here is what I have so far. Bug and tar remover where needed Wash Dry Clay Polish Sealant Wax Trim cleaner and...
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    What do you pay for Stoner's products (12 packs)?

    I am just wondering what you pay for your stoner's products for a case of 12? My buddy owns a car wash and I might be able to get them cheap through him but I want to make sure it is actually cheaper. Thanks :)
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    Do you buy your products individually or by the gallons?

    I am thinking that I might start buying stuff in bulk. Like I can save a good chunk of change if I but my Stoner's products by the case of 12 and Poorboy's EX by the gallon. Do you do this whenever possible or no?
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    Wanting to buy a rotary and have some ?'s

    Well, I love my PC but it sometimes just does not see to get the swirls out of paint to well. I was wondering how I should go about learning to ue a rotary. Am I better off just getting one and practicing?
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    Vacuums: Best bang for the buck?

    Well, I did my first detail job today and my house vacuum did not cut it as a good car vac. What would be my best bet for a good car vac without spending a fortune?
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    Does this sound fair for a detail?

    I am doing my first pay detail job tonight. All my others have been freebies. The freebies were great experience but I am done with freebies. She is an older lady, my uncles neighbor. She has an early 90's Taurus. I picked it up at lunch and it looks brand new. I guess she hardly drives...
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    What do you feel is the best 5" backing plate?

    I have a 5" velcro plate now but it seems to be worn out. It is not holding the pads like it used too and they are starting to flap around and that is just getting annoying. I have no idea where this plate came from either cause I bought it off a local detailer who had an extra one in his...
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    Pics of my job on my buddy's car.

    I used Griot's #2 then Poorboy's EX
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    What do you wear to detail in?

    I am just curious. I usually just wear jeans and a t-shirt and I am just careful not to rub my jeans against the car. I wanna see what you guys do.
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    Do you smell everything?

    My friend was over last night when I got my p21s shipment. What was the first thing I did? Opened up the lotion and wax and smelled it! He was wondering what the heck I was doing. Then today my Pooboy's EX comes and what do I do? Tear open the box, open the top, and smell it. Why do I do...
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    Still confused on what will strip old wax before I detail??

    Friday I have to detail a car and I am out of Griot's Paint Prep an forgot to order more with my last order. I hear a million different ways to take the old wax off. I hear blue dawn, prepsol, alcohol, mineral spirits and so on. What would be the best and safest way?
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    Two pics of my garage

    Last night I added a couple new lights and today my uncle came over and painted it white. WOW! I just went out there to see how it was at night with the door closed and it is light day time in there! I can finally see what I am detailing now!
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    Reflection pics!

    I decided to take some pics of the reflection off my paint today. WOW did they turn out cool!
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    My garage is getting painted :D

    Early tomorrow morning my uncle is coming over with his painting supplies to paint my interior garage walls light beige. That will help my light situation in there I think. So I spent most of the day today cleaning the garage. Man am I a pack rat! My garage looks empty now and I love it! No...
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