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*Official* Ask A Detailer Thread

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by mShu7, May 12, 2008.

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  1. Mar 30, 2011 at 10:33 AM
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    thanks man never knew about that place.
     
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  2. Mar 30, 2011 at 11:47 AM
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    Looks like the same motor: 2,500-6,800 OPM

    I could be wrong, just was pointing out where you can pick one up locally, although I see better prices online as you pointed out.
     
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  3. Mar 30, 2011 at 11:51 AM
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    it 40 bucks shipping to oahu dammmmm
     
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  4. Mar 30, 2011 at 1:41 PM
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    redrazr Psalm 118:5-6

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    Thanks for the help and info man! And thanks to rb11701 and 95SLE as well! I'm planning on ordering the Porter Cable polisher and the correct polishes soon. I'm just a bit nervous about doing it myself again because of what happened already. I know everything will be fine once I have the correct equipment and products though. I'm really looking forward to learning more about detailing and keeping my new ride perfect!

    Thanks again everyone for your help :)
     
    redrazr, Mar 30, 2011
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  5. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:29 PM
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    A lot of guys that are just starting out will pick up a body panel from a junk yard, for about $10, and practise on the panel. You should also try to mess up the paint on the body panel to see if you can.
     
    95SLE, Mar 30, 2011
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  6. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:33 PM
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    I have a white 07 Dodge Charger. I have road tar on the bottom rockers, I have tried everything from wax to mineral spirits to get this tar off. Any ideas, Besides the obvious as to not have a white Charger?
     
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  7. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:35 PM
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    Clazzio Seat Covers OR Wheels 40% tint Side Steps KC Fog Lights
    Clay Bar, I have used it for removing that and it has work.
     
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  8. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:37 PM
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    Gunk tar and bug remover might work.

    [​IMG]

    Be sure to rinse off the area once you have removed the tar and put a coat of wax on.

    I have always used a clay bar with decent results.
     
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  9. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:47 PM
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    None of that Gunk crap works. The onlt thing that stuff cleans out is my wallet.
     
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  10. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:48 PM
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    I guess I will give it a try this weekend. I was thinking of just having a body shop strip the bottom half of car and paint it a light silver.
     
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  11. Mar 30, 2011 at 2:51 PM
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    its worth the try, I did it exactly for that on my father's Porsche, it removed it easier than I though. Hope you have the same luck.

    Get the kit that comes with two clay bars, you'll need them.
     
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  12. Mar 30, 2011 at 3:53 PM
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    Alos cut the bar into thirds and use one third at a time. If you drop the claybar on the floor toss it away. It picked up sand off the floor and will scratch your paint.
     
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  13. Mar 30, 2011 at 4:12 PM
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    Seriously, the only way you can screw your paint up with the PC is by dropping it on the paInt. It has a built in clutch to stop you from burning the paint. Work slow. Remember, do not proceed until you can achieve your desired results in a 12x12 area. If you need a hand picking out gear, PM me I will help you out.
     
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  14. Mar 30, 2011 at 11:04 PM
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    wowww
     
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  15. Mar 31, 2011 at 10:43 AM
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    This definitely makes me feel much better man. And I may PM when I get ready to order the stuff. Thanks!
     
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  16. Mar 31, 2011 at 8:58 PM
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    Hey man, my alloy wheels look like they have brake dust over them. I took some wheel cleaner to them but it stayed there.

    Any tips?
     
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  17. Apr 1, 2011 at 6:32 AM
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    What did you use to clean them with and are the wheels clear coated?

    I would use a claybar after the wheel cleaner.

    Post up pics of one of the wheels.
     
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  18. Apr 1, 2011 at 9:29 AM
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  19. Apr 1, 2011 at 6:20 PM
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    shipping gonna kill me
     
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  20. Apr 1, 2011 at 6:23 PM
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    anyone know the diff between the two
     
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