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    Removing / Hiding clearcoat failure?

    I understand that there is no quick "fix" for clear coat failure, but I was wondering if there were any tricks to hiding such a thing? I just picked up a '95 Chevy Tahoe with really bad clear coat failure. Its coming off of the truck in flakes. After removing the peeling flakes is there any...
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    Which pad for 1Z High Gloss?

    I have been using the Edge white foam polishing pad. I use it to get rid of holograms, however it doesnt seem to get rid of all of them. Am I not using it right or using the wrong pad? Maybe I should go with the 3M UF. Thanks!!
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    how to use body solvent??

    Ok, I know it probably seems pretty straight forward but Im not sure if this supposed to be sprayed on and wiped off or washed off? And I am assuming htis is to be used after washing but before claying? I just want to make sure. And are there any precautions I should take when using this...
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    Will EDGE ever make a PFW (or equivalent)?

    Just thought I would ask. Has anyone ever talked to edge about it? I would love to be able to use pfw with the edge system.
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    caranuba jett trigger vs. acrylic jett trigger

    If theres already a thread on this just point me in the right direction. I did a search but got tired of sorting through pages of results. I want to know if anyone here has had experience using both the C. Jett and A. Jett and how do they compare to each other? Ease of application...
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    Did I miss anything???

    so I joined this forum quite a while ago but never really got into detailing vehicles. Ive been on here over the past few weeks reading alot and have gotten an amazing amount of help and insight from many people here. For that I cant thank you guys enough. Anyhow, I have recently been buying...
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    Let me get this straight (menzerna)

    okay..... Ive been reading and reading and I think I understand the menzerna "steps" But I really want to make sure I dont go buying something I dont really "need". So please correct me if im wrong: Menzerna SIP (a.k.a. -PO85RD 3.02) is a medium cut polish which is followed with...
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    6" wool pads for rotary?

    Hi, I was wondering if there is a company that sells a full line of six inch wool pads for the rotary's? If not what is the best size for someone still learning the ropes? And should I still consider using a white finishing foam pad or jsut use wool? Thanks!!!
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    Dewalt Rotary speed control?

    Ok ... So I am still looking around at what type of polisher I want. I was initially considering a PC but im now leaning more towards a rotary. Ive always been partial to Dewalt power tools but im not so sure about the polisher. The reason being Ive used the makita rotary before (borrowed)...
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    new guy with a dilemma and questions

    My friend called me about five minutes ago and asked me to help him clean up his 87 Grand National this Saturday. He is trying to sell it and he wants to bring it to a local car show next wednesday. Here are a couple of my issues... 1. I havent yet invested in a PC which I had planned to...
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    Newbie needs helping ridding truck of odor

    Hi, Ive been a member here for a while, however, I havent been very active. Anyhow, I have a 1986 toyota pickup that I just bought. The previous owner was a heavy smoker and in an attempt to rid the truckj of tobacco stains I cleaned it with some cheap citrus cleaner. (It was all I had)...
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    Detailing a 1993 GMC Typhoon-(help!)

    HI, I am new to the forum and I am looking to do a good cleanup of the paint on my 93' Typhoon. Its in pretty rough shape (particulalry the roof, and hood). ITs black and Im pretty sure its a single stage paint. I am looking for any suggestions on what to use or how to go about it. I...
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    Newbie with a few questions

    Hi, Just joined the forum and I have been lurking on here for a while. Lots of great info!!! I hope that maybe I can contribute in some way down the road. I am not new to detailing although I am no expert. The only thing I have really stayed away from was using machines to buff/policsh...
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