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Old 05-24-2010, 08:14 PM   #1
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So i went to the local shops Autozone, Advance auto, O'reilys,walmart. They all have the same stuff. where can i get some decent auto detailing stuff?
Looking for brushes and stuff like that.boars brush

I dont really want to buy over the inter webs if i dont have to


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Old 05-24-2010, 08:21 PM   #2
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Ask in the Texas chapter forum? Probably your best bet.
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Old 05-24-2010, 09:07 PM   #3
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Unless you have a local vendor that you can drive to and pick up stuff from, you're going to have to purchase boutique detailing items over the internet.
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Old 05-24-2010, 10:31 PM   #4
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Jason Toscano
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Phone: 2108499010
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This is a Adams Dealer in SA TX.

http://www.adamspolishes.com/showdealers.aspx?region=TX
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Old 05-25-2010, 12:37 AM   #5
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i just purchased a lot of stuff from http://detailing.com/store/ and http://www.meguiarsonline.com/
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Old 05-25-2010, 03:22 AM   #6
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www.autogeek.net
www.detailersdomain.com
www.detailedimage.com
www.autodetailingsolutions.net

All reputable sellers. You're going to have to buy offline.
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Old 05-25-2010, 07:25 AM   #7
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well if your going to purchase online then i would say www.detailersdomain.com. There is also a 10% off coupon code for being on this forum. I ordered most of my items through there and i alwaysed recieved everything super fast and it was the lowest price i could find.

If you do order from there i would suggest trying sonax wheel cleaner. It is a very nice product.

FYI: I have heard some not so nice things about autogeek.....
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Old 05-25-2010, 03:41 PM   #8
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FYI: I have heard some not so nice things about autogeek.....
....I've been a customer of theirs for years and never once had a problem with them. I know there is a small group over on the Autopia forums who have made it their personal mission to show their dissatisfaction of AG but to be honest, I believe they are in the small minority. ***8230;.not saying they may not have valid reasons to shop elsewhere, but their problems don't necessarily mean that the vast majority will have issues. IME, it's been the exact opposite. Having said that, there are many good vendors out there (incld. DD, DI, PakShack, Griots, Adams, etc.). I would simply advise folks to shop around for the lowest prices (inlcd shipping & tax) and take a few minutes to research coupon codes. Most detailing websites offer discounts (i.e. 10% off) for forums members and some will have promotional offers on free shipping, additional % off, BOGO sales, etc. The only reason I buy a lot from AG is due to their large selection and competitive pricing. It's cheaper for me to buy most of my supplies at once from them than piece meal from various sites.

Spinx, What kind of detailing supplies are you looking for? There are quite a few decent products that can be had locally and even some real gems that will give boutique products a run for their money. Nairbmik is right though.... If you're specifically looking for boutique stuff, then you really don't have much of a choice (you'll likely need to buy online).
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Old 05-25-2010, 05:00 PM   #9
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Yea I talked to Jason. Bought some Adams carpet cleaner.
Basiclly looking for the higher end of products. The parts place
just have Nothing eagle one armor all products. Waiting on Jason
from Adams to get back to me.

Something off the subject. Gonna take out my seats to clean
them. Do I need to be concerned with the air bags?
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Old 05-25-2010, 05:24 PM   #10
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Yea I talked to Jason. Bought some Adams carpet cleaner.
Basiclly looking for the higher end of products. The parts place
just have Nothing eagle one armor all products. Waiting on Jason
from Adams to get back to me.
....Eagle One has a couple of good products and then there is Meguiars, Duragloss, Collinite, Mothers, Autoglym, 303, etc. If your local retailers are only carrying Eagle One and Armor All brands, I agree your product selection is quite limited. Typically you can at least find Meguiars products locally.

Remember, just because something costs more or seems to be "exclusive", it doesn't mean it's necessarily better than what you might find on the shelf. There are still plenty of decent OTC products available that are just as good or better than "boutique". It just depends on what you are looking for (which is why I asked).
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Old 05-25-2010, 06:08 PM   #11
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detailers domain has a ecom site. From what I have seen on here they know what they are doing.
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Old 05-25-2010, 09:28 PM   #12
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the dealer i work for get their supplies from them they really good http://www.carbrite.com/
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Old 05-25-2010, 10:36 PM   #13
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the dealer i work for get their supplies from them they really good http://www.carbrite.com/
....no offense to you but I have never known a dealer I would trust to wash or "detail" my vehicles let alone take their advice on how to do it myself (or what products to use). Dealers are more interested in speed and volume. I have a brand new car in my garage right now that I need to spend next weekend correcting due to their handywork.
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Old 05-25-2010, 10:48 PM   #14
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....no offense to you but I have never known a dealer I would trust to wash or "detail" my vehicles let alone take their advice on how to do it myself (or what products to use). Dealers are more interested in speed and volume. I have a brand new car in my garage right now that I need to spend next weekend correcting due to their handywork.
just because the monkeys who work at the dealerships don't know what they're doing doesn't mean the products are bad.

Also, OP, detailersdomain.com.
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Old 05-25-2010, 11:08 PM   #15
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just because the monkeys who work at the dealerships don't know what they're doing doesn't mean the products are bad.
....I never said the products were necessarily bad but I did say that I wouldn't trust the work or opinons/judgements of the "detailers" they have working at most dealerships. ....period.
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Old 05-26-2010, 01:19 AM   #16
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well you should've never taken the car until the job was done right
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Old 05-26-2010, 10:38 AM   #17
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well you should've never taken the car until the job was done right
....seriously??? I took the car before they could do more damage. I even told Jose (the porter) to just fill it up and don't wash it. Why would I want hacks like that trying to fix something they obviously couldn't do right in the first place. ....no thanks. Check the detailing forums. They are full of examples of their handywork.
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Old 05-26-2010, 05:02 PM   #18
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Thinking about doing the compound polish and wax for 100.
What do I ask as far as what they are going to use? What
should I be aware of?
I have a 03 mbp with 125,000 on the clock. Quite a bit of
swirls.

http://www.thehandcarwash.com/1670061.html
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Thinking about doing the compound polish and wax for 100.
What do I ask as far as what they are going to use? What
should I be aware of?
I have a 03 mbp with 125,000 on the clock. Quite a bit of
swirls.

http://www.thehandcarwash.com/1670061.html
....in my opinion? You'll likely get exactly what you pay for from a service like that. ....and $100 ain't much to properly correct and detail a vehicle. However, it is probably just fine for most car owners and they will likely not care or be able to tell a difference unless shown side by side comparisons.

Some concerns of mine would be buffer-trails/halograms from the rotary. It takes skill to finish with one and I have a feeling their "polishing" step may be their glaze special they also talk about on that page. ....basically filling minor blemishes and/or halograms from their rotary work. You may want to ask them if they use any products that "fill" or if they will actaully remove all of the blemishes.

....personally, I would rather seek out the services of a reputable detailer either through the regional forums or on a site like Autopia.org. Simply tell them you're just looking to have the paint corrected and an LSP applied (and that you'll take care of the rest).
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Old 05-26-2010, 07:17 PM   #20
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Okay some questions.
Compound polish is what?
Claying in what?
What do I reall need to take out some of the swirls?

I really have alot of swirls. Don't want it to be perfet just better than what it looks.
I think awhile back I priced a good one for 400 or so.
So I know 100 might just be basic.
Also with a deal like that will it only be good for a few months?
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Okay some questions.
Compound polish is what?
Claying in what?
What do I reall need to take out some of the swirls?

I really have alot of swirls. Don't want it to be perfet just better than what it looks.
I think awhile back I priced a good one for 400 or so.
So I know 100 might just be basic.
Also with a deal like that will it only be good for a few months?
....I'll try to give you "nutshell" answers to your questions but keep in mind that there are not necessarily "definite" answers since situations, products, etc. will vary:

Compound polish is what?
- Compounds are typically harsher than polishes and used to remove deeper scratches, wetsanding marks, oxidation from neglected paint, etc. Polishes are simply finer grades of product meant to refine the finish. Just think of it like varying grades of sandpaper. ....this is a very basic definition considering the varying characteristics of the numerous products available.

Claying in what?
- Clay is basically used to help remove contaminants that adhere to the surface of your finish and don't come off during normal washing. You use a lubricant during application which allows the clay to glide along the paint's surface grinding away and/or picking up any abnomalities it encounters as you make your passes. If done properly, a medium or light grade claybar will produce little or no marring to the finish.

What do I reall need to take out some of the swirls?
- It all depends on the severity of the problem, the condition of the paint, etc. Are you asking this question because you want to do it yourself?

I really have alot of swirls. Don't want it to be perfet just better than what it looks.
I think awhile back I priced a good one for 400 or so.
So I know 100 might just be basic.
Also with a deal like that will it only be good for a few months

- I don't know. There are so many variables to consider that I really couldn't even answer these questions. All I can say is that is a very cheap price for what they say they do. Personally, I would rather just pay more to have it done right than have someone half-ass it and have to deal with it again a few months later. Also remember that you only have so much clearcoat to work with so....

btw, here's a little flow chart that may help you visualize the typical steps in the process:

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Old 05-27-2010, 01:42 AM   #22
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Thinking about doing the compound polish and wax for 100.
What do I ask as far as what they are going to use? What
should I be aware of?
I have a 03 mbp with 125,000 on the clock. Quite a bit of
swirls.

http://www.thehandcarwash.com/1670061.html
Hey man I know you. Before I got into detailing I tried various options in San Antonio including "The Hand Car Wash". Though that place had good reviews it was pretty horrible. The customer before me was pissed because he paid for a full detail including clay/polish/wax and after waiting all day found dark missed spots all over his paint. This was a white car BTW.

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....I never said the products were necessarily bad but I did say that I wouldn't trust the work or opinons/judgements of the "detailers" they have working at most dealerships. ....period.
that's what I was saying, too

Handy diagram up there, btw.
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that's what I was saying, too

Handy diagram up there, btw.
....oops, sorry for the confusion.

Yeah, that diagram is from the folks at AutoGeek. It comes in handy for situations like this to save folks like you and I a lot of typing. ....plus I find its sometimes easier to simply visualize a process in a flow rather than in bullet points/written steps.
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