Rich H
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Right, seeing as the FAQ section is under new management lol, Ste has asked me to knock up an FAQ / Detailing Guide for Dummies sort of thing.
I am going to try and knock something up in the next few weeks. I have a few ideas based on the large amount of u2u's I get each day, but thought I'd ask you lot to suggest some stuff as I may not have thought of it, or wasn't sure if it'd be necessary.
Ie. I don't know how basic or comprehensive you want me to be.
So, fire away! Sensible answers only though FFS please - Yes that includes you Nic 
[Edited on 20-07-2009 by Rich H]
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smcGSI16V
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Location: Farnborough Drives: Thurlby 888 CDTi No.98
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How to get polish/white powder/over polish of black plastic body parts.
If there is a way.
[Edited on 20-07-2009 by smcGSI16V]
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jonnysri
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this would be great for me mate.
just in the process of buying a new car and my cleaning box is looking in need of an update.
so, only speaking for myself obv, id appreciacte a bit of guidance on a decent package to buy and the basics of detailing really.
i.e what stages to go through to get the best shine.
Jonny
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Nic Barnes
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the correct way to turn a hose on
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Rich H
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quote:
Originally posted by smcGSI16V
How to get polish/white powder/over polish of black plastic body parts.
If there is a way.
Normal eraser or weak all purpose cleaner and a toothbrush
Jonny - Yup that's one thing I've decided is needed!
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Nic Barnes
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how much fairy liquid is enough to wash an average family saloon
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chloe16v
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is there any way nic can be banned for posting stupid comments?
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Nic Barnes
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quote:
Originally posted by cb87
is there any way nic can be banned for posting stupid comments?
yes, although it would stop me from posting useful ones aswell sadly.
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Tommy L
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Removing swirl marks by hand?
That's if it is possible without a machine?
[Edited on 20-07-2009 by corsa_tomtom]
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Rich H
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quote:
Originally posted by corsa_tomtom
Removing swirl marks by hand?
Near on impossible to do fully You can fill / mask them and reduce them with certain products, so I'll list that
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Nic Barnes
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how to remove light scratches
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Nic Barnes
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the heat gun method on fading plastics
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smcGSI16V
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quote:
Originally posted by Rich H
quote:
Originally posted by smcGSI16V
How to get polish/white powder/over polish of black plastic body parts.
If there is a way.
Normal eraser or weak all purpose cleaner and a toothbrush
Never knew that.
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willay
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basics of washing cars properly, how to wax/polish properly etc.
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Tommy L
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quote:
Originally posted by Rich H
quote:
Originally posted by corsa_tomtom
Removing swirl marks by hand?
Near on impossible to do fully You can fill / mask them and reduce them with certain products, so I'll list that
Didn't think you would by hand. Maybe say how to prevent them
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Ludacris Turbo
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A list of decent products you would recommend and how to use them.
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Graham88
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Registered: 16th Apr 07
Location: South East Kent Drives: E46 M3
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Best thing to remove the sticky shit/rubber/tar thats on the paint behind the front wheels. Nothing I try works. I want it as smooth as the roof. Instead it's shredding polishing cloths everytime I do it
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deano87
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Flame red. . .
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nick_sri
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Location: Crewe , Cheshire
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engine bay cleaning.
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Adam_B
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Location: Lancashire
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'2 bucket method' Just cos ive always wondered what it was 
[Edited on 20-07-2009 by Adam_B]
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FruitBooTeR
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Location: Wolverhampton Drives: S15
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Just the correct procedures etc really Rich like in what order -
Wash
Clay
Polish
Wax
etc etc
Mabi highlight good techniques and decent products to use etc aswell. 
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Twiggy
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Best products for the average family man, not someone who spends £100's on fancy cleaning stuff....
Best wash and wax avail
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Colin
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Alloy wheel cleaning & protection guide.
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Jake
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Registered: 24th Jan 05
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interior washing and how to polish using a DA
[Edited on 20-07-2009 by jake]
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Kurt
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Best way to clean glass
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