Ivan Rajic of LUSTR Auto Detail in Chicago explains his preferred method of polishing to ensure adequate and even coverage. He also includes plenty of pictures so you can easily see what he’s explaining. An absolute must read for anyone new to polishing or experienced polishers looking to learn new techniques!
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Question: Do you need full paint correction or just a detailing?
by Eric Schuster | April 2nd, 2012 |
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What’s the difference you ask? Well, they are actually in the same ballpark, but opposite ends of the field! In simple terms: A detail is just that, getting to the details – the cracks, crevices, addressing trim and conditioning it, conditioning leather, cleaning glass, waxing the exterior paint to protect it, cleaning the wheels, etc. [...]
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New cars and paint contamination
by Todd Cooperider | March 31st, 2012 |Comments (10)
Older cars usually have a build up of contaminants on the surface that can’t be removed in the normal washing process, but do we have to worry about the surfaces on new cars? We put this to a test on a brand new 2012 Porsche Panamera in white…what do you think we found?
This is a summary, read the entire article here >>DI Bloggers Receive More National Attention
by Marc Harris & Jacob Bunyan | March 30th, 2012 |Comments (10)
Over the last few years, the Detailed Image Ask-A-Pro Blog has not only brought product and technique information from some of the best professionals across the country, it has witnessed the growth and expansion of professional high-end auto detailing and service. As such, and with such talented members of the AAP team during this time, [...]
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Detailing: It’s all about the contrast!
by Todd Cooperider | March 27th, 2012 |Comments (10)
Contrast by definition is the state of being strikingly different from something else, typically something in juxtaposition or close association. So how does this apply to detailing? Find out…
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Does color impact the detailing process?
by Ivan Rajic | March 26th, 2012 |Comments (4)
This question came from a few readers of the blog, but it’s one I’ve also come across before in my business. Usually a client with two or more vehicles will ask me how the process will differ from vehicle to vehicle and on what will it be based. First off I’d like to clarify that [...]
This is a summary, read the entire article here >>Product Review: FLEX PE 14-2 150 Rotary Buffer
by Todd Cooperider | March 18th, 2012 |Comments (22)
The FLEX PE 14-2 150 Rotary Buffer is a highly refined, German-engineered machine that costs $170 more than the industry standard Makita 9227c. Does more expensive mean better in this case? Read the review by Todd Cooperider of Esoteric Auto Detail to see what he thinks about it…
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How I Use A Microfiber Towel To Remove Polish or Wax Residue
by Ivan Rajic | March 15th, 2012 |Comments (3)
A few readers asked “How do you use a microfiber towel to remove polish or wax residue?”, so here’s a basic but thorough explanation of what I like to do for best results. I apologize ahead of time for some blurry/bad photos. I noticed a few were out of focus and others were incorrectly exposed, [...]
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A Few Pad and Polish Combinations I Use Regularly
by Ivan Rajic | March 8th, 2012 |Comments (13)
Ivan Rajic of LUSTR Auto Detail shares some of his favorite pad and polish combinations.
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by Greg Nichols | March 1st, 2012 |Comments (10)
Greg Nichols from Reflections Detailing puts the new Glass Cleaner from Sonax through its paces…find out if it’s good enough to make a permanent home in his detailing arsenal.
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