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    mathews31 reacted to LSX Maestro in 2018 ZL1 Detail Complete   
    Thoroughly washed the ZL1 after a few days of driving.  Wheel Cleaner works amazing, going to pick up a gallon of that stuff.  Can't even begin to explain how much better the wheel cleaning process goes now that I use the Adam's brushes/sprays, much faster and more effective.  
     
    Got a picture with it and my C7 Z06.  

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    mathews31 reacted to 093LZ in Lighting **Update with finished pics!**   
    car is done, only had like two high spots that I have to use BG to get rid of it. Im pretty blown away with the ceramic, I really didnt think I could get any more depth to the paint with all the other adams products I use.






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    mathews31 reacted to Ekim716 in The "Don't Do's of Detailing" Thread   
    Don't wash your car without checking the weather first.. Washed mine once and rained a few hours later just enough so the drops beaded up nicely and dried. ugh
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    mathews31 got a reaction from falcaineer in The "Don't Do's of Detailing" Thread   
    I've never taken my license plates off now I'm scared how it looks back there.
     
    Don't bring your wash pad too close to your car emblems
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    mathews31 reacted to Lethal5.0 in Long Island checking in!   
    Mid Suffolk County!
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    mathews31 got a reaction from Lethal5.0 in Long Island checking in!   
    Welcome Brian I'm from Queens what part of LI you from
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    mathews31 reacted to falcaineer in bucket dolly   
    Another option is to get all set up in one spot, and then have your bride drive the car around you. 
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    mathews31 reacted to Lethal5.0 in Long Island checking in!   
    Hey everyone!
     
    My names Brian, I have a '17 Mustang GT and am just getting into DIY detailing. Here's my ride!
     
     

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    mathews31 reacted to Rich in To Old to Detail Any Longer   
    I'll be 72 in September, so I feel your pain. I've picked up the wrong stuff on numerous occasions.  The pain in the joints is the worst thing about aging.  Had to have my 66 year old wife climb into the back seat of the CTS today to do the leather and the rear window.  It's a coupe, so she really had to reach and twist to even get the window remotely clean, but it's something I can't do any more.  But the good thing is...........I'm still here!!!  And I'm gonna drive my Vette till I hit the nursing home. Save the wave Jack!!
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    mathews31 reacted to TR6speed in To Old to Detail Any Longer   
    Well maybe it is time to hang up my detail bag as I turned 72  a week ago.  I was get my 2007 Monterey Red Corvette ready for a local cruise-in later today and after I washed it I decide to apply a coat of Brilliant Glaze.  Went to my product cabinet and wanted to get it on before lunch so it could dry good.  Went in had lunch a came out and started to remove it and noticed it still had not turned to its normal milky white,  Once I started to wipe it I realized it was coming off.  I looked and instead of BG, I applied VRT to the entire car.
     
    Well I tried waterless wash and while it did remove it a little it was still there.  Next a coat of glaze and that removed about 99%, but there were still streaks in the VRT.  Next step, a generous application of Detail Spray and some good buffing followed by a second buffing with a fresh micro fiber towel.  That finally did the trick.  I be I don't do that again.
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    mathews31 reacted to 07stanggt in New Black Z06 Paint Correcting woes...   
    Why are you using the rotary ? You should be able to eliminate the scratches without that step, really no need for it. Not sure what your using for a machine to remove scratches but here is some pics using a Flex 3401 without the use of any rotary buffer, using Adams compounds.
     






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    mathews31 reacted to Ls1transam in What Did You Wash, Shine, and or Polish Today   
    Restored these headlights today 
     
     

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    mathews31 reacted to falcaineer in adams iron remover vs carpro ironx   
    Nope. But if you aren't happy, you can always return it under their 110% guarantee. But I get you'll be happy!
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    mathews31 reacted to shane@detailedreflections in Need help   
    Stay away. Don’t take money for the job. You could get stuck with causing the damage. If the paint is not salvageable in your assessment, no money is worth taking the job. 
     
    She doesn’t want to pay for paint, and you can’t fix it. That’s the reality of the situation. 
     
    Make a smart business decision, save your reputation and move on to other clients. 
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    mathews31 reacted to enoch7fa in Brilliant Glaze got a job saturday need help now!!   
    Ok the rookie Cedric is back.  Did a interior & exterior detail.  Was a 1996 Mini Cooper, hadn't been washed in months i thought it was a dark gray color with black brake calipers.  lol, ended up after i detailed it Navy blue with bright red calipers lol let me try and put some picks. i also did a 2017 crossover Mercedes, exterior detail boy did i make it pop!! let me try to get some picks.









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    mathews31 reacted to Rich in Hats   
    White , tan or khaki.  Anything light colored.  My last white Adam's hat wore out.  Need a new one!! 
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    mathews31 reacted to Dan@Adams in Hats   
    I will pass these along to the marketing team. I can't make any promises though!
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    mathews31 reacted to 2012srt8 in What did you do today?   
    I worked today but my wife got bored and redid my Adams supply and hung my polisher holders and foam gun for me!


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    mathews31 reacted to Mariner in Sealant and Gloss Guard/removing residue   
    The best way to clean out the edge of the film is not to get any there in the first place. It shows up like a sore thumb and there really is no easy way to get it out, if at all. Apply the Paint Sealant in parallel to the seam and just be very very careful to not get any under the edge. Once it sticks to the film, you’ll be in a bad place. At last resort, I’ve used a toothpick to get some out but I feel it’s not a 100% removal job. 
     
    Lastly, you can apply anything over paint sealant really. Lots of people favor H2O Guard and Gloss for the ease, shine, and longevity. Others prefer a wax approach, and some like Brilliant Glaze. Really it’s up to you and your arsenal, but you’ll want to apply the paint sealant to bare paint for the longest lasting and most durable approach. 
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    mathews31 reacted to shane@detailedreflections in Pen on Leather   
    Steam. Steam. And more steam. Non abrasive and hot enough to turn the ink to liquid and wipe it up. 
     
    It’s the absolute best way to clean leather. A small spray of LIC and steam and you can remove nearly anything. 
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    mathews31 reacted to Ls1transam in What did you do today?   
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    mathews31 reacted to Mariner in Anyone used yet?   
    If somebody sends me a sample here in Florida, I'll let y'all know
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    mathews31 got a reaction from Rich in Does Adam still post here?   
    Much respect to Adam on the humility, what a great guy, one of the main reasons I'll always love this company
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    mathews31 got a reaction from Firebuff17 in Does Adam still post here?   
    Much respect to Adam on the humility, what a great guy, one of the main reasons I'll always love this company
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    mathews31 reacted to falcaineer in Easter detail spray??   
    Good idea! Haven't seen a special Easter release but you never know.
     
    They could also ship Mystery Bucket items separately. Then they can collude with USPS or FedEx to hide them all around your property. 
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