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  1. Fare price to wash/wax someones A6
  2. Clay bar virgin. Do I want 3M?, Clay Magic Medium? Fine?
  3. Any reasons not to use Dawn dish deterg for wheels, tires, wheel wells etc...
  4. P21S stuff on sale at properautocare
  5. OK, stupid waxing question...
  6. ...can I ask for detail tips for my old Coupe GT? I just got a buffer today, need help! Anyone!
  7. this may be a silly question, but what is the trendy wax I should be using now...
  8. (Klasse AIO / SG) vs. (3M IHG / 1GBW)
  9. You guys (or gals) with Silver cars, can you really see a difference...
  10. Recommended Tire Dressing?
  11. Source for Audi 'ring' door decals? (Tried searching forum) Something like photo...
  12. Need help?
  13. Those who have Zaino'd-Is doing the Dawn dishsoap step necesary if I'm gonna Claybar?
  14. opinions please...
  15. best place to get detail?
  16. Anyone know how to remove a painted on pinstripe?
  17. What do you guys think of New Finish wax? the orange bottle you know
  18. Having a new car coated? Do or Don't?
  19. Suggested tint for '02A4 crystal blue/black leather interior. Pics, if availablewould be appreciated
  20. Meguiers "Scratch X" in a tube. Is it similar to #9? Good for swirls?
  21. question about polishing compound...
  22. Re-thinking ERV
  23. Polishing brilliant black
  24. OK, so I let my fiance drive my A4, and she spilt something...
  25. Finished spring detailing this weekend
  26. HELP...Self-Inflicted wound on new Atlas S6...fine scratches in roof removing bird poop.
  27. Reusing foam pads?
  28. What's the best price you've seen for a Porter-Cable 7424? P-C users, please read.
  29. meguiers tire endurance
  30. P21s Carnuba concourse wax or Blitz 1000G?
  31. ^$&#$%#$@ Spots are still in the paint!
  32. Need to have swirls removed in North NJ - shop suggestions?
  33. Best shine for Black w/ Clearcoat?/??? (brief question)
  34. SF Bay Area people: Any local sources for P21s products?
  35. Just had hood, fender & bumper repainted and worried about not having wax during summer...
  36. I'm back again with my wax questions
  37. Where can I get 3M IMPERIAL HAND GLAZE in Seattle? Thanks.
  38. Any suggestions for restoring scratched black vinyl bumpers? Can they be repainted?
  39. Good experience with Classic Motoring Accessories (aka www.properautocare.com)
  40. Finally, detail on CGT done! Polish,Clean,Glaze,Wax,Forever Black. Nice!
  41. Do you need to wash between IHG & wax? Or just wax right over IHG?
  42. IBIZ used it for the first time
  43. Any Seattle/Bellevue locals know where to get Porter Cable accessories?
  44. Where can I purchase grey fading Audi Rings decals, as in this photo?
  45. Is it bad to use mechanical buffers on dark colored cars?
  46. Looking for an alternative to One Grand Blitz wax
  47. Very small fine chips rusting on front bumper of new A4, HELP?
  48. what is good to clean the interior of my car?
  49. Newbie question, is there a FAQ on how to detail cars?
  50. Has anyone tried 3M Refresh on the dash?
  51. i have a a4 2.8 with leather, but is the dash leather as well or is it vinyl
  52. Those who have used Simple Green--Do you use it full strength in the Engine Compartment?
  53. My comparison of 3M IHG and P21S GEPC.
  54. X post: 3M Perfect It II Rubbing Compound = great stuff
  55. Calling A4 4Me, look at this Blitz picture.
  56. Used One Grand Special Touch Polish for the 1st time this weekend. Those w/ hard-to-remove spots...
  57. Question about 3M swirl remover...
  58. Got three new products on Friday, on the recommendations of TedK and others. Opinions......
  59. Anyone know of a top notch detailing shop in CT or Westchester, NY?
  60. Here's my plan for washing and waxing - comments?.....>>
  61. Help - scrached rim; who can repair in Seattle
  62. Has anyone made thier own detailing spray? Ingredients? Works well?
  63. What do you think would be the effects of putting 3M IHG on a Zainoed car?
  64. Best place to buy Lexol? Online and Offline
  65. Good cleaner/polish for the clear instrument panel? Anything to fill in those tiny swirls?
  66. Free Meguiars Endurance Sample Size
  67. What products should I use to make my car look newer
  68. Local AutoZone had large california car duster for 9.99
  69. Einman Fabrik spot remover
  70. Paint removal - no not my car's paint :)
  71. Anyone ever used dri-wash?
  72. What should I use to clean my dash board?
  73. silly question: can a car be "overwashed"?
  74. Easily available alternative to P21S wheel cleaner?
  75. I baught "The Shark" from Sears.. (now with correct price)
  76. Astroshield - Can't believe nobody has tried or asked about it?
  77. What to use to Maintain Rubber Trim ?
  78. X-post on silver leather seat question
  79. As anyone tried the Vac 'n Blow? (Check the URL)
  80. Best Polish and Wax for Silver Car??
  81. Boston Group Buy from Dent Wizard. Have a ding you've been wanting to fix?
  82. P21s Polish Question
  83. Need help removing water/acid rain marks.....
  84. Deep scratches in the clear coat
  85. 3M film coverings
  86. Love my local bricks and mortar.....
  87. help! i've smeared silicone glue all over the plastic parts inside my car! how do I take it off?
  88. can i add another coat of P21S wax an hour after the first coat?
  89. Just brought home a Catcus Green Avant, 4 y/o. Gonna use Meg's ScratchX, do I need to clay if I am
  90. Deep key scratches around door handles and fading paint on upward facing surfaces....
  91. Snapped a pic of a super-rare Merlin Purple A6 on Rt.80 in NJ. Interesting colour.
  92. 30% off everything at A.J. Prindle
  93. Tire dressing dilemma
  94. door grab handle replacement #?
  95. Is anyone using an "Engine Cleaning" tool for an air compressor?
  96. Can I buy Zaino locally in SoCal?
  97. K&N filter
  98. Spring Cleaning - tried new stuff: P21s GEPC and P21s Wax.
  99. Does anyone one online store sell all these products
  100. Who's seen Pennzoil's All In One car care stuff? It's a wash, a wax, a polish, use it
  101. Help with 3M IHG :(
  102. Anyone care to share their opinion on Wurth products?
  103. Can I use a Kiwi shoe brush on my leather, or do I really need to buy the $20 brush from
  104. The Vac 'n Blow has arrived
  105. Okay, I never come to this forum, so be gentle :) Silver car needs a thorough, deep clean/polish
  106. How do you use the clay bar?
  107. How to get brake dust off that's been baked on?
  108. Cleaning engine (more)
  109. Compiling my first detailing supply purchase... opinions?
  110. OK, I'M DONE!!!! I FRICKIN' GIVE UP!!!! WHY WILL THE
  111. First wax in two weeks, need to know what little things to get besides...
  112. Headliner Cleaner? Any recommendations?
  113. Whats that online store that has all the washing tips?
  114. What are the best car care products?
  115. What is PROCEDURE for HAND APPLICATION?
  116. Is zymol cleaner wax the same as regular car wax?
  117. Best wash mit to use that will not scratch?
  118. Clay Bar-first timer.It works awesome.I used it after polishing to see if the was anything left on..
  119. Doh! Got some Zaino Window Cleaner on my A-Pillar
  120. I really prefer the Sprayway to Stoner's Invisible Glass. Maybe I'm missing somthing....
  121. Great info if you use Meguiar's products...
  122. New Product....any opinions? (long).
  123. Do you have remove all the residue in between multiple coatings of polishes/waxes?
  124. Opinions on Microfabric vs California Duster for daily dusting...
  125. How do you remove dried overspray from the clearcoat?
  126. REF the TroyH post about swirl marks
  127. Darn, brain is going numb..You guys know that VW is using water based paint don't you!
  128. What's the average time for you guys to wash, clay, IHG, wax?
  129. anybody interested in the facts of how our Audis come into the US
  130. All about how Audis get here..OK guys here it is Very Very LONG>>>
  131. Buffing, Swirls, etc, additional info
  132. Question..why are you guys afraid of silicone in polish..if not painting the car, is not a problem??
  133. Meguiar's ScratchX in action (X-Post)
  134. I think I went over the edge today!! Scrubed my wheel wells with Simple Green-->
  135. 1st week with the '98 Avant. FULL detail (inc clay!) wheels, clear blinkers, VAG mods & oil chan
  136. Need help....
  137. Can anyone recommend any particular product to remove bugs?
  138. waxing and dust
  139. xpost: Recent Meguiar's detailing - procedure which yielded excellent results.
  140. What's the best product to remove bird poop stains on a black car?
  141. Wax info..I am about to get Lusso wax to see if works as good as I hear. will pass along findings.
  142. some routine cleaning questions
  143. meguiars products
  144. friendly advise
  145. For those who are purchasing California Car Dusters, some advise prior to using...
  146. headliner
  147. dash and leather seats
  148. How long should you wait after a fresh was to wash your car?
  149. Home Depot has Porter Cable 7424 for $144 - Is this a good price?
  150. P-C users: 5" or 6" pads?
  151. What is a good way to cleanand protect the head lens, rear light, exterior of windsheild and windows
  152. For those of you who have never tried PIAA wiper blades, I swapped out my crappy Audi ones this
  153. One Grand Blitz over P21S
  154. is Turtlewax terry towel truly 100% cotton? more...
  155. Will commercial pressure wand washes strip your wax?
  156. All you apartment dwellers and garage less detailers..
  157. scratched clearcoat (not swirl marks) :(
  158. Removing Pinstripes
  159. Anybody here ever tried Rain X ?
  160. Detailing products in Vancouver Canada
  161. scratched rim
  162. Questions about clay bar, etc.
  163. Opinions on glass cleaner. Is this stuff any good....>>
  164. gonna be doing some detailing this weekend..
  165. dang roofers
  166. Xpost: Product Opportunity for preserving claybars. . . .
  167. why is dawn so widely used, whats so unique about it?
  168. so i purchased 3m rubbing compound but what is 3m ihg??
  169. ?'s about healthy surface scratch and rub mark removal...
  170. Question for all you Zaino users ...
  171. "Detailing this weekend......"
  172. glaze v. polish - what is in a name?
  173. Is it worth buying a buffer? What do I need to know about using one?
  174. please help w/these products
  175. How do I get a painted on pinstripe off? TIA.
  176. Ok, all the recent talk about swirl removers, polishes, and glazes has me confused.
  177. Steering wheel cleaners...
  178. To try scratch-x or 3M SMR myself or not...
  179. Help, Lexol/Vinylex is collecting too much crap when used on my black lowers. 02 A4
  180. Black Lowers
  181. Poll: Do you detail the door jambs and insides of doors? Wax? Polish and glaze? Everything? Nothing?
  182. Ok, just got my PC 7336"SP", now what would you guys suggest for wax and pads??
  183. Water marks/oxidation?
  184. i debaged my a4, its pearl and the paint under the badges what brighter what do i do?
  185. Help. What is the best way to clean this up?
  186. Problem with microfiber wash mit....
  187. Anyone have experience using the California Water Blade...
  188. Detailing Question...
  189. Detail Question
  190. What do you guys use to CLEAN your leatherette.
  191. Two thumbs up for Zaino! ...
  192. A non-detailing tip that can save you lots of time/hassle in detailing
  193. first time with the porter cable 7336, is this "normal"?
  194. leather cleaner/conditioner
  195. New Car Smell
  196. Anyone try the P21s "detailing Kit"? is it worth the $50?
  197. 3M Finesse II - Anyone use this for minor scratchs?
  198. Questions for Zaino users...
  199. Detailing Shops in the Toronto Area...
  200. wax/polish build up on clear bra edge on hood,how do you get rid of it?..
  201. P-C users, do you use the white/gray pads like properautocare sells, or do you have the
  202. Has anyone tried the AutoSport brand products from autosportcatalog.com?
  203. Wheel Cleaning Help...
  204. Best price for P-C pads and accessories?
  205. Polished Aluminum S6 Mirrors - Cleaning and Protecting
  206. Warning Stickers on S6 Alcantra Sun Visors
  207. What is the latest/best Porter-Cable polisher? I got the 7336sp, its not on their site just the 7424
  208. so i finally got some 3m ihg and i tell you it works wonders
  209. Autosupermart.com "sale" until May 29
  210. New web site for So. Ca. Audis/VWs
  211. what kind of car wash soap do people use? and a detailing question inside...(m)
  212. What would you guys suggest to keep the engine bay clean?
  213. WOW!! Just used a claybar for the first time!!
  214. the best vacuum under $50!!!!!!!!!
  215. Help! Can't get the bird dropping mark off the car...
  216. Whats the best leather cleaner/conditioner..
  217. Anybody done the Zaino routine using their ZFX Accelerator product?
  218. Plan on buying a P-C... 3M Swirl Mark/IMG, or Griot's Machine 2+3 for polishes?
  219. Meguiars vs Zaino
  220. Hey guys, need your help putting together a price comparison chart for detailing products.
  221. where to get the goods in LA?
  222. Okay, finally got some decent photos of the shine coming off my hood...
  223. tip for avoiding waterspotting
  224. Buffing towel?
  225. Detail Shops Austin, Tx
  226. How do I rid of waterspots?
  227. New Sponsor: AutoVisuals
  228. Pics of Klasse High Gloss on my silver S4
  229. First wash with Zymol, while i wait for the good stuff to get here via mail. is it suppose to . . .
  230. Is the Mothers quick detail any good?
  231. My shopping list.
  232. Wash my car (first time ever) yesterday, some questions for the experiensed (long)...
  233. What's elbow grease good for?
  234. Help cleaning dried bird poop
  235. Rubbing alcohol bad for paint? (or how to remove synthetic products like Klasse / Zaino / etc)
  236. duh, if im going to use 3M IHGlaze, do i need to use polish? or can i (m)
  237. X-post from S4 forum: The dealer washed my car! 8-O What to do?
  238. Please list deatailing website. i just re install my window and lost fav link...
  239. P21S == S100 ?
  240. Aluminum interior trim (sport package on S4)....
  241. use meguiars clay bar then 3M imperial hand glaze?
  242. Aquapel: What are your experiences? Just box a 6-pack...
  243. anyone into Omega glaze rather than IHG??
  244. Need product purcase advice....
  245. Glass cleaning this weekend......
  246. help! question about order of method -- paint/IHG etc
  247. Is there a time you should wait before you can wash your car after waxing it?
  248. Hmmmm shiny.....
  249. What products do you use on your leatherette to keep it from cracking...
  250. Do I have to wait 24 hours between coats of Zaino Z2???