An incredible paint correction on a BMW 645Ci by Addison Good of Good Guys Detailing in Naples, FL. Great pictures outlining the condition of the paint before, during and after the paint correction, get a detailed look at how professional paint correction occurs in stages rather than all at once!
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In detailing and paint correction, the polishing processes are normally referred to as 1-step or 2-step depending on how many polish / pad combinations are used. But does that mean that all of them are the same?
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Now that you’ve taken delivery of your brand new car, it’s time to spend a little time with it to bring out its full gloss potential and protect it inside and out from the elements. Using a new BMW 550, Eric Schuster takes us through his steps for a new car prep!
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DJ Mayo tackles this stunning 1966 Corvette Stringray for a major paint correction detail and in the process restores the finish to its original glory!
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What is “jeweling” of the paint? In this article Rasky’s gives a a brief look into this technique and what it’s used for.
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DJ Mayo of Reflections Detailing tackles a severely swirled black Porsche Carrera S, and refines the paint to look like a jewel! Check out the products and processes he uses to accomplish this…complete with plenty of before and after photos.
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Ferrari expert Todd Cooperider of Esoteric Auto Detail tackles yet another brand new Ferrari 458 Italia, and spends 18 hours fixing paint issues from the factory. Story complete with plenty of before and after images of the paint correction process.
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The finish polishing process can either yield spectacular results, or it can produce unsightly holograms. DJ Mayo explains how he does it to produce stunning results every time.
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Blog reader Brian seeks advice on how to polish BMW Jet Black paint, and Aaron Baumann provides the advice with product recommendations.
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What’s the proper way to wax a car? Do you use circular motions, and do you need to put on a nice thick layer? David Bibiloni answers these questions and more in his tutorial on how to wax your car like a pro!
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Ask A Pro reader Bill seeks advice on polish recommendations for Acura and Honda paint. He currently uses Meguiars M105 and M205, and wants to know if should add a finer finishing polish to the mix to maximize his polishing results.
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Follow the step by step detailing and paint correction process with Todd Cooperider from Esoteric Auto Detail on this stunning Ferrari Challenge Stradale. In this article you’ll find valuable detailing information on processes and products, and you’ll also see plenty of great photos of this Roso Scuderia Italian beauty.
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DI Ask A Pro reader Blake seeks advice on product recommendations for polishing his red BMW M3. Read what our pros had to say…
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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…
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Ralph wants to step up to a buffer, and seeks advice on whether to buy a Porter Cable 7424XP or a Flex XC 3401 VRG. He also inquires about polishes, sealants, and waxes. Which would you choose?
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Ramzi 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…
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What’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…
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Are you looking for an easy to apply liquid carnauba wax that looks great AND has good durability as well? If so, check out what DJ thinks about Clear Kote Carnauba Moose Wax.
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In this article Rasky shows us how he removed unsightly orange peel from a newly repainted vehicle. The end result, a finish that is smooth as glass!
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Ever wonder how those unsightly holograms got into you cars finish? Rasky gives us an excellent explanation of how they got there and how to remove them.
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Do you have carbon fiber parts on your car that are in need of some work, but didn’t know how to properly care for them? If so then check out this how-to article complete with before and after photographs!
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Learn how to use Meguiar’s M105 Ultra Cut Compound and Meguiar’s M205 Ultra Finishing Polish using a Porter Cable 7424 XP buffer. Todd shows you how this polish combination eliminates swirls and other imperfections. Read about proper technique and step by step instructions on how to the get the most out of this combo using a PC.
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