April 7, 20187 yr So I got some paint overspray on my truck windshield and paint. Anyone know a good detailer that can get it off? Polish or clay bar maybe?Tried the razor blade and goo off on windshield. It took off some but not all.I had a guy off Cameron Rd. but cant find his new number.Yes Im lazy.Anyone got a rec? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
April 7, 20187 yr Author Look U2H. Im fuckin lazy. Id rather pay someone. Thanks for your suggestionSent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
April 16, 20187 yr I'm looking at buying a random orbital polisher for car and boat work. Any thoughts on this kit by The Chemical Guys? Would end up buying another $50-75 in polish/waxes etc. Haven't ever used their stuff before. Any other recs for chems or a different polisher? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003UW1IQU/?coliid=I19G7GNUMYO3RP&colid=3L71TUKSLT972&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
April 16, 20187 yr I have the Chicago Electric one from Harbor Freight. While it's not as snazzy as the CG stuff (way overpriced), it gets the job done albeit just a little bit noisier.
April 16, 20187 yr I've got a Porter Cable random orbit and love it. I don't know anything about The Chemical Guys. I use 3M products on my old, non-clear coated, truck.
April 17, 20187 yr I think our resident audio expert knows a thing or two about the supplies (as well as maybe a referral for a detail place or person in the Austin market). I'll shoot up a Burnt Orange flare & see if he has any suggestions. @Affordable Audio installs
April 17, 20187 yr Check out this place. https://www.autogeek.net for product and their forum has a lot of information as well http://autogeekonline.net. I'm not a big fan of the Chemical guys product. My .02
April 18, 20187 yr Can't tell for certain, but it looks like that model has a 10ft power cord. You're going to want the 25ft cord to save yourself headaches. I have a Griots 6in orbital with a 25ft cord that's pretty similar to the model you're looking at. I've been very pleased with it. It's very comfortable to work with. I've used some Chemical Guys interior products and haven't been blown away. For exterior stuff I stick with Meguires.
April 18, 20187 yr I'm looking at buying a random orbital polisher for car and boat work. Any thoughts on this kit by The Chemical Guys? Would end up buying another $50-75 in polish/waxes etc. Haven't ever used their stuff before. Any other recs for chems or a different polisher?https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003UW1IQU/?coliid=I19G7GNUMYO3RP&colid=3L71TUKSLT972&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it That’s the Porter Cable one most guys talk about when gearing up for some detailing. I’ve used some of the chemical guys pads and towels. They are good to go. The harbor freight one does the job, just louder. The PC just felt like better equipment.
April 23, 20187 yr Author Thanks Roflbox sent him a pm.Any other recs in austin?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
May 20, 20187 yr If ya'll haven't read the "Stupid Things My Wife Says/Does" thread in a little while, my wife wrecked her month old car pulling into the garage. While the body damage isn't too bad, there is quite a bit of paint transfer on the back passenger door/QP. What is your go-to method for removing paint transfer? It appears that a common method is using WD-40 + magic eraser to remove the paint, followed up by soapy water to remove residual WD-40 and clay barring the area. Then finish with a coat of wax. Would any of you use this method on a car with sub-10K miles on it? I do have a DA but I'm really having a hard time bringing myself to using paint correction on a car we've had for a month. Any other suggestions?
May 21, 20187 yr 5 hours ago, Jkwellborn said: Find a paint and body guy to fuck your wife in exchange for fixing it. Might make her crash her car every week.
May 21, 20187 yr 12 hours ago, Spur08 said: If ya'll haven't read the "Stupid Things My Wife Says/Does" thread in a little while, my wife wrecked her month old car pulling into the garage. While the body damage isn't too bad, there is quite a bit of paint transfer on the back passenger door/QP. What is your go-to method for removing paint transfer? It appears that a common method is using WD-40 + magic eraser to remove the paint, followed up by soapy water to remove residual WD-40 and clay barring the area. Then finish with a coat of wax. Would any of you use this method on a car with sub-10K miles on it? I do have a DA but I'm really having a hard time bringing myself to using paint correction on a car we've had for a month. Any other suggestions? You have a DA... Use it. Cutting pad with heavy cut cleaner. Then a light cut or a Polish and top with wax. You'll be done in a matter of minutes. Paint transfer is usually pretty easy to remove with a DA. Magic eraser has its place but I've seen them haze the clear so you would need to follow up with a polish regardless. Skip the messy wd40 stuff and just hit it with the DA.
July 2, 20187 yr If ya'll haven't read the "Stupid Things My Wife Says/Does" thread in a little while, my wife wrecked her month old car pulling into the garage. While the body damage isn't too bad, there is quite a bit of paint transfer on the back passenger door/QP. What is your go-to method for removing paint transfer? It appears that a common method is using WD-40 + magic eraser to remove the paint, followed up by soapy water to remove residual WD-40 and clay barring the area. Then finish with a coat of wax. Would any of you use this method on a car with sub-10K miles on it? I do have a DA but I'm really having a hard time bringing myself to using paint correction on a car we've had for a month. Any other suggestions? Finally got to fixing this. Washed and clayed the car, then touched up the deep scratches with paint, followed by a clear-cloat top (sanded in between). Hit the final spots with the DA, first with orange pad and chem guys V34, then with the white pad and V32. Finished with some meguires wax.
July 18, 20187 yr So i showed the above pictures to a coworker and he asked if i could work on his car. I offered to in exchange for reimbursement of some new supplies I wanted. Someone scrapped his car and left which resulted in some paint transfer and minor dents. I told him I wouldn't be able to fix the dents or paint if it went past the clear coat. I wash and clayed the driver rear passenger door and QP, then used an orange cutting pad w chemical guys VSS polish (scratch and swirl) and finished it with some leftover Meguires Fast Finish and a thin layer of wax. Guy liked it so much he paid me $150 for abt an hr of work.
August 11, 20187 yr Author FYI- I found the detailer from my original post. Got me fixed up. My truck looked brand new.If anyone needs a rec pm me and Ill send his info
August 24, 20187 yr Rick owns Classic Touch mobile detailing. This summer I would have all my friends come over on Fridays and "work" from pool. He'd get to wash my 3 and usually 2 or 3 more. Nice day for him. Highly recommended!
August 25, 20187 yr I've got a guy who works @ the car wash on Brodie @ West William Cannon - he is interested in doing side jobs. I'll ask him for better info on how he wants to price it & if he's interested in doing something similar to what Elvis mentioned, maybe if a Shagger wants to host for multiple rides? For any onsite work, he will need your hose / water situation as he doesn't drive a truck or tow a trailer from his Caddy.
January 24, 20241 yr On 8/11/2018 at 1:57 PM, williemackgarza said: FYI- I found the detailer from my original post. Got me fixed up. My truck looked brand new. If anyone needs a rec pm me and Ill send his info Necro bump My detail service closed up shop (owner moved out of the area) anyone have a good recommendation on a mobile detail guy in North Austin?
January 24, 20241 yr 8 hours ago, TKthunder2 said: Necro bump My detail service closed up shop (owner moved out of the area) anyone have a good recommendation on a mobile detail guy in North Austin? 2 inter-related items that don't actually answer your question, but may work: 1. Redbox Restoration, in Leander, is fantastic (but not mobile) (https://redbox-restoration.com/) 2. Sunrae Transport, in Round Rock, is a high-end auto transporter (with enclosed trailer) that is also fantastic. (https://sunraetransport.com/) Edited January 24, 20241 yr by morehornsepower
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