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When people talk about whether they prefer the "sealant look" vs a "carnauba look", what exactly are the characteristics of each?

Im assuming APC is safe for use on wheels? If so, what dilution ratio would you recommend for aftermarket silver painted wheels with polished lips that are cleaned once a week agitated with a soft brush? (not looking for a spray-on-rinse-off product) The wheels in question BBS LM

Didnt know where else to put this thread... I am installing a lip spoiler on my car's trunk. The spoiler attaches with double sided 3M tape. I have heard that a 50/50 windex/water mix sprayed onto the trunk and tape will allow adjustment of the spoiler before the windex and water evaporate so...

Just a fancy way to say "velcro", right?:confused:

Its been a while since Ive detailed anything due to mandatory water restrictions in my city so I kind forgot a few key things about these two products. 2 questions: 1. using PwS on an orange light cutting pad, should the pad be dry, or primed. If primed, what should it be primed with. 2. I am...

Im pretty sure the thread is from another board, but I remember being linked to it from here. It was a pretty long thread consisting of members who had melted different waxes, mixed them together and experimented with them on paint. Most members posted pictures of the process as well. If...

Im looking for a wheel brush for reaching the inside barrel of the wheel and behind the spokes. (I use a black wheel Schmitt on the face of the wheel) I have been using this Meguiars spoke brush, but it recently broke. It was also too chunky to fit inbetween the wheel and brake calipers, so I...

I cleaned/conditioned my leather seats/doors with PBs leather stuff, using my hands, and i realized how much i liked using my hands to apply the product. A few days later I saw a video of a guy in the UK applying swissvax to a Lambo Murci with his bare hands (not the guy that charges like 10...

Im looking for a matte black trim paint for plastic the plastic kidney grills on my bmw. Is this the right type of paint for the job? Wurth Flexible Trim Paint I cant tell if this is soley for "restoring" already black trim, or if it will paint the surface completely black. Also "satin" and...

Just curious to see what everyone uses to wipe down/clean and protect dash and door areas (basically everything inside the car besides the glass, seats, and floor). Came across this and thought it might be a good choice before PB NL. DP Total Interior Cleaner cleans plastic, vinyl, leather...

I have Dakota leather seats in my 335i that are 4 months old now. They are flawless now, i keep the interior immaculate, and I want to keep them that way. What is a good leather maintenance product. Im not looking for cleaning abilites or added shine; just something to keep my seats exactly as...

Its been a while since Ive detailed anything, and for some reason, I figured it would be a good idea to clay with Adams yellow clay (the oldschool stuff that isnt around anymore) using water as the lube. Needless to say, this was a bad idea. While drying off in the garage I found the entire...

A friend of mines older brother had his 2006 BMW ///M6 detailed by the local BMW dealer. By the looks of it, someone tried using a rotary for the first time on his black paint. Needless to say, there are holograms/swirls (not really sure of the correct term here) all throughout the paint. Im not...

I detailed this van well over a year ago, probably closer to 2 years ago, and it hasnt been washed a single time since. It is a neglected delivery van for my dad's business. Needless to say, it was filthy. The process: Megs Citri-Gel on wheels, tires, and rocker panels Wash with Ardex car...

Any special washing I should do before using my schmitt for the first time?

I was just wondering if anybody could recommend a decent quality, cheap garage shelf system....just some simple, white plastic shelves are fine. Ill just be keeping my detailing products and PC on them (like everyone else here). I was going to just run down to HD or Lowes and pick some up, but...

I found some MF towels in my garage. They were used about 1-1.5 years ago and have various products on them (SSR2.5, SSR1, AIO, Vanilla Moose glaze, s100 are the products i was using at the time). they are really good towels, i dont remember which brand they are, but they are dark green (the...

I understand that Menzerna IP and FPII work best with a rotary. How do they work with a PC 7424? Would it be best to stick with SSR2.5 and SSR1. I already have them and love them, but want to try something new.

I recently picked up my 2007 BMW 335i. I was about to order some products, when i came across these links that mentions 2005+ European car makers are using a different type of clearcoat, and mentions Mercedes, but does not mention BMW. I was wondering if possibly my BMW also has this new...

I was going to order some Perfecar TSW, but i came across CG 5050 for the same price ($49). I know TSW is an 8oz jar, but i cant find any info on the 5050. Im guessing maybe the 5050 is a smaller jar, because everyone says 5050 is supposed to be so much more expensive. I have the links, but im...