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You bet Rainer any time.

I just wanted to mention that Opti-Coat Pro+ is the only SiC (silicon carbide) coating on the market, whereas the rest are SiO2 (silicon dioxide.) SiC doesn't wear away over time like SiO2 does....

Hi, I am really sorry to hear that you weren't happy with your detail service. You're right to expect top quality work including perfectly clean floor mats when you purchase a Mobile Reflections...

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I work best under pressure :D

Multiplayer SC2 can be a little intimidating at first if you're new to competitive RTS. Fortunately for you there are a lot of tuturial and commentary videos available. I'll post some links here. ...

So it's you who summoned me!! What'd you pick up?

Of these two I'd recommend Thompson Graphics. Pre-designed kits can be modified to include wrapped edges, although you'd be looking at a slightly higher cost. Custom cutting can be done on the car...

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You can also try methyl hydrate and a microfiber towel. I recommend wearing rubber gloves - that stuff will dry your skin out very quickly. Make sure the car is well ventilated if you're using any...

In 2005, Toyota developed a new water based paint system to reduce VOCs and CO2 produced in the painting process.

Many automotive manufacturers are rolling out cars with softer paint these days...

Just a heads up, if it's a C5 or C6, your paint will be almost twice as hard as that Honda, and your process will have to reflect that.

The fact is that 3M film is a less costly investment to protect your factory quality finish than a repaint, or any other protective option. If you don't mind rock chips, or cheap repaints, then no...

Well I'll explain where the confusion's coming from then:

What I said was that protecting your paint with 3M is a much cheaper investment than a factory quality repaint.

You replied that...

The cost of a factory-quality repaint on the front end could easily cost thousands of dollars. Anything less (and often even this) can damage the resale value of the car. You can get basic 3M PPF...

That was 5 years ago, and yes 3M has revamped their product.

You can have the old film removed if you're not happy with the look. The rock chips will still not be there.

I haven't found Nissan paint to be consistant with Infiniti paint, which I find is always very soft, especially on G35s. I don't think they're sprayed in the same place, are they?

Nice pics by...

Sweet!

haha I was referring to Sneek - he told me once he wanted to wetsand the entire car, I think it was a G35, out of the box!!

What did you pickup Nav? And congrats on the sale.

Yes I remember that Villager - I believe I detailed it in late 2005!

When are we going to get together and have a detailing session and compare some notes?

Were you still wanting to sand down a...

Haha you've seen my work on a van? Haha! Thanks Sneek!

True about the cear, but I think the rest of your statement is an over simplification, considering theres 10,000 precut pieces available from some suppliers/installers, and trust me they're not all...

3M PPF looks great on silver and any colour - the newer films do not discolour or look yellow, as long as the material is maintained like you would your paint.

It will not slide off or warp over...

Dude I'm looking at your car tomorrow remember? Haha! I'll let you know what can be done ok.

I'm glad this thread turned out so great - what a lot of interesting stories!

Just wanted to drop a note apologizing that the Mobile Reflections website was down for part of this month, and is...

Yo B,

What time of day are most of these events? I think I might be in - sounds like a lot of fun, and it'd be great portfolio work for that job at Motor Trend when I retire from detailing haha!

Mike great detail and write-up. I've had the same problem inducing micromarring in Acura and other soft paint during final wipes, etc. We've started using only brand new towels for the final wipe...

Haha what the hell!! Tell me more about this Rona Sander!

Great detail & write up CalgaryDetail. Your work is exquisite as always.

Where are those wool wheel brushes from?

Thanks Sneek + everyone! We accept all major credit cards, debit, cash, personal cheque, gold, and livestock.

I'm with GTS - I'd skip the presoak and use a wash mitt. If you use your waffle weave but don't agitate the dirt off you will mar your paint, which is a much bigger concern then how long your...

Sneek's right - This should clean up pretty nicely. There would still be some marks in the clearcoat, but they would be transparent instead of white.

I'd recommend a good acryllic/polymer paint sealant over a wax anyday, but especially in the winter if protection's your main concern.

I'll mention here that washing your car carefully will...

If you start wet-sanding your lenses, then chances are you will need to machine polish them to remove the sanding marks. I would start with something less aggressive and see if you're satisfied with...

+1 for tarminator, or steam.

The part of the scratch on the lower panel could likely be sanded and polished to remove it.

The rest could be improved with sanding and buffing but it would still be very obvious.

A scratch...

I'd highly recommend trying a good vacuum and then a good lint rolling before anything else. You'll go through two lint rollers on a bad car but it works well, it just takes a little patience.

"Proactive people focus their efforts in the Circle of Influence. They work on the things they can do something about. The nature of their energy is positive, enlarging and magnifying, causing their...

I'm working on a GTi and an M3 next weekend and won't be available for the tourny - you guys are so lucky! (haha just kidding) Everyone have fun!