DI’s Blackfire Polish and Protection Kit comes complete with everything you need to compound, polish, and protect your vehicle, but what pads should you use with all of these different products? Our readers have questions, and we have answers…
Ask-A-Pro: Spring Prep on a BMW. Menzerna Polish and Blackfire Wet Diamond?
by Todd CooperiderRamzi plans to perform a spring prep detail on his BMW 335i, and wants to know what polish and sealant combination he should go with. Menzerna? Blackfire? Optimum? Check out what our Pros have to say…
Ask-A-Pro: When is Wet Sanding Necessary?
by Todd CooperiderWet sanding is an advanced skill for removing defects…so when do the pros know when they need to resort to such aggressive methods? DI blog follower Alex asks this very question.
Ask-A-Pro: What Pad to Use with Meguiar’s M105 Ultra-Cut Compound?
by Todd CooperiderWhat’s the most popular go-to pad selection for Meguiar’s M105 Ultra-Cut Compound? One of our readers submits this very question, and the Ask A Pro Team replies…
Ask-A-Pro: Mixing Ratios for Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer
by DJ MayoDid you know that the small size of Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer comes pre-dilluted, whereas the larger sizes are concentrated? Check out this article by DJ to find out how to properly mix the 32oz and 128oz sizes.
Ask-A-Pro: How to Polish Single Stage Paint?
by Todd CooperiderCaring for and polishing single stage paint is a mystery to many. Does it require a completely different approach than modern base/clearcoat systems? Read this article to find out…
Ask-A-Pro: How to Remove Wheel Weight Adhesive?
by Todd CooperiderHave you ever gotten your wheels balanced, only to be left with a heavy adhesive residue where the old wheel weights were removed? This article covers materials and methods to remove this stubborn adhesive from your wheels.
Ask-A-Pro: Working in Direct Sunlight
by Chad RaskovichBill asks the DI team about using their car care products in direct sunlight…check out the advice Rasky gives.






