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    An Open Love Letter to Autopia Vendors

    Recently I had a number of issues with my orders where it seemed that anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Even attempt to fix would end up needing fixing. Multiple times in a row. From more than one vendor. However, each and every one of vendors in question patiently and persistently...
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    New VXRMarc video

    Check it out and pay particular attention to sound: YouTube - VXR Marc Revealed
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    Sheet-for-Sheet Shootout

    We have seen video of Ultima UPGP sheeting. Now we also have video of Magic Wax and FK1000 sheeting. Who you think sheets best? Go and vote. P.S. If you need reminder here are the videos in question: Ultima PGP: Ultima Water Test Video Magic Wax: FK1000:
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    Bosch 1250 DEVS vs. Festool RO 150 FEQ Pictures Thread

    Just pictures for now, comments will be added later.
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    Are 17x17 (16x16) towels too big?

    I am thinking of ordering some DF Towels. They come in two sizes, 13x13 and 17x17. I am thinking about getting 13x13 ones because it is my impression 16x16 or anything like that is "too big", when folded in fours there is "lots" of "overhang" that is not directly under palm/fingers, not...
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    Festool RO 150 FEQ and Flex XC 3401 VRG Pictures Thread

    Nothing but link to pictures for now, I will add coments later.
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    Other uses for jetSeal?

    I have noticed that DeatilingWorld members like to use jetSeal for wheels. Any thoughts on that?
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    Some pictures of beading on jetSeal 109

    ... can be found here: Rainy Weather Vs Jetseal109 .... - Detailing World
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    FS: Metabo PE12-175 Rotary Buffer

    Almost brand new (has been used less than 2 hours). Asking $230. Looking for local buyer for now.
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    Festool RO 150 FEQ users beware, backing plate flew off, Part II

    Few days ago member here reported that backing plate flew off his Festool RO 150 FEQ while 95% in the job. That thread is here: http://autopia.org/forum/machine-polishing/94878-festool-rotex-150-fe-users-beware.html At that point in time I could not see how that can happen. Well, as of this...
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    PB Mesh Microfiber Bug Towel?

    I have searched board for opinion on these towels and could not find anything. They say they are scratch free but I am still concerned about possibility of swirls. Does anybody have any experience with these particular towels? poorboysworld.com
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    So I got huge order in from ExcelDetail and ...

    ... and I did not have time to unpack it completely before going for work but none the less I had to open it up driven by thought "I gotta get me that candy he always puts in before I go". And guess what? I could not see that candy! :bawling: All I could see was bunch of pads and towels and I...
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    5" polisher with 13K OPM and small throw

    If one would try to use 5" polisher with very high OPMs (12K to 13K) but very small throw (2 to 3 mm), what would be a result? Would it be less correction ability but much better / shinier result if used for final polishing?
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    Polishes & pads for soft, extra soft, very soft, super soft, ultra soft paint

    There has been a number of discussions on what to use for very hard clears / paints. However, I don't remember a single one on what polishes and pads are best fit for soft, extra soft, very soft, super soft, ultra soft (you get the idea) clears and paints, and it was a soft clear that was...
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    UDM Owners: Beware of power switch when changing backing plates

    I am well aware of UDM being too easy to accidentally turn on. Therefore every time I have to hold it in my hands turned off (say to change pads) I put tip of my finger between switch and ON position to make sure switch can not accidentally slide in ON. Still the other day when I was changing...
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    PC vs. UDM vs. Festool: Vibration comparision results are in

    I have had a chance to compare vibrations of PC, UDM, and Festool RO 150 FEQ this weekend. PC was brand new 7336SP (6" counterweight) with 5" backing plate and 5" CCS pad. UDM was, to keep apples to apples, with "same" backing plate and pad. Rotex was with their supersoft 6" backing plate and...
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    Comparo: UDM vs. PC vs. ... , Part I

    My UDM (and Ultima) pre-order arrived today. First pictures are below (yes, I know my camera and photography skillset suck, and no, that is not the container it comes in). Impressions and information I have at this moment are: It comes with 5" backing plate. Plate on surface has LC like...
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    Links to first hand experiences with UDM

    First hand experiences are starting to trickle in. Please post links as you become aware of them. Here is a start: Autogeekonline Car Detailing Forum - UDM Initial Review
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    How I learned to stop worrying and love the ...

    ONE I live, work, drive and park in Los Angeles area. Car is black. It gets washed once a week when I can. When I can not well ... weekend wash gets skipped. It takes less than a week from previous wash for it to look as if mud is all over it. If weekend wash is skipped it looks even worse...
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    Best Chevy Blazer forums?

    Who could point me to best Chevy Blazer forums? My gf has '95 (one with OBD II) we need help with. Thank you in advance!
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