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jason@autogeek on 07-21-2008

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by macguyver

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Posting Pictures of Detailed Cars

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mvcrash on 04-08-2010

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Jesse on 07-12-2007

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Ibiz Car wax review

edv2122 on 02-06-2008

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by Redvette_22

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Will using distilled white vinegar harm paint finish?

Glassbergs on 07-24-2005

06-08-2012 05:22 PM
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Dog jumped on car !! What to use to remove fine scratches in clearcoat?

DieL on 06-28-2006

06-29-2006 09:50 AM
by agentf1

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Lemon Pledge

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C5corvetteman on 01-10-2005

07-17-2014 06:33 PM
by Killrwheels@Autogeek

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My take on Glare Professional Polish

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VETFVER on 08-06-2005

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Show your polished reflections.......

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ronkh57 on 02-18-2016

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by cv67

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How to remove dried tree sap

saz25 on 06-24-2007

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by RubberBill

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Difference between Rubbing Compound and Polish Compound??

JoshVette on 10-24-2006

10-25-2006 02:31 AM
by bugman

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california, car, cars, code, corvette, coupon, dust, duster, dusting, forum, guys, keeping, pollen, safe, scratching

What do you guys use to get dust off your car?

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1SikVette on 04-15-2008

05-01-2008 07:31 AM
by Mad*Max

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Glad I didn't do a Ceramic coating...

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sparky973 on 06-07-2017

09-12-2020 10:38 AM
by Gixxerman

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How do I get tire shine off?????

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J S Machine on 05-12-2008

05-13-2008 06:48 PM
by Jacks02

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WeatherTech Forum Specials !!!!

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RDP Store on 10-30-2017

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How to get spot-free rinse at home?

Runesabre on 10-19-2004

10-21-2004 04:41 PM
by Runesabre

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Product review: Turtle Wax ICE "Seal 'n Shine"

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FYRARMS on 06-22-2019

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Corvette Window Washing Trick.....

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southerncarparts on 04-05-2014

08-08-2023 12:50 PM
by southerncarparts

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The secret to keeping your exhaust tips clean !

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ZR-1 1991 on 08-09-2010

05-30-2013 12:28 PM
by zvehrs

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Question using 0000 Steel Wool vs. 2000 Wet Sandpaper

chuckster on 10-18-2005

12-30-2015 07:45 AM
by agentf1

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How do I get tree sap off thats been on a car and baked in the sun for a long time

C5Longhorn on 08-07-2002

09-02-2002 09:10 AM
by Arkay

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Best car wax to use

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Bill's ZO6 on 09-28-2006

04-23-2015 08:26 PM
by vettebuyer6369

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Wash your car with kerosene!!

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trueblue92 on 03-21-2005

03-30-2005 08:11 PM
by J Z06

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Will a Claybar Remove Clearcoat Scratches?

TulsaVette on 05-02-2007

05-03-2007 02:00 PM
by RAGOVET

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TOPCOAT F11 vs. ZAINO - Anyone?

camarosource on 05-09-2017

09-25-2017 04:55 PM
by Bigbully

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Clay Bar vs Rubbing compound

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lil vette on 05-28-2009

09-27-2018 11:59 AM
by endus

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Best way to keep your tires black....

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kingsey on 03-25-2009

03-31-2009 05:04 PM
by GoFast908Z

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Applying Liquid Glass polish

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nmvettec7 on 12-20-2015

11-04-2023 08:27 AM
by Zjoe6

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Who Uses a California Car Duster ? Are they safe ?

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saxtech on 02-23-2010

02-24-2010 10:10 AM
by Stan MI

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Best Chrome Wheel Protectant/Sealant

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ilovemyredhotc6 on 03-11-2009

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by Killrwheels@Autogeek

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Hard water spots embedded in paint

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dascar on 06-22-2006

06-16-2012 09:54 PM
by Killrwheels@Autogeek

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What is the best way to protect polished aluminum?

LS-Five on 03-01-2007

03-03-2007 12:43 AM
by LS-Five

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Kamikaze Overcoat v HydroSilex Recharge v 22ple VS1 Final Coat

BudgetPlan1 on 02-03-2018

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Best OUTDOOR Car Cover

jsucraig on 04-30-2012

04-24-2013 10:04 AM
by corvettemods1

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Poor Mans clay bar

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Red 71 on 05-26-2011

10-20-2011 10:58 AM
by George Ware

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Best Detail Spray?

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Shostopper on 07-16-2014

05-01-2017 12:04 AM
by BMadden

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Who Makes the Best Microfiber Towels/Detailing Cloths, etc.?

MSG C5 on 04-18-2011

04-20-2011 11:45 AM
by z06clif

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What car vacuum cleaner works best?

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VetteManRay on 10-17-2007

12-13-2018 07:03 PM
by aligator

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30,303

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Dirty windshield can't get clean

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GGEENN on 08-30-2011

09-07-2011 11:04 PM
by John1990

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29,814

Adam's Daily Special!

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Adam's Polish on 03-29-2016

07-19-2019 03:01 PM
by Adam's Polish

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29,597

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Just tried the Wolfgang Fuzion Wax

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taegee2 on 06-08-2010

06-18-2010 08:23 AM
by DevilDog II

32

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Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

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Mayor111 on 12-26-2018

03-15-2023 10:20 AM
by rudutch

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Anyone tried bead maker?

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Tiger Joe on 03-19-2019

11-02-2020 10:09 AM
by Thomas Carey

170

28,291

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Vinegar to remove Acid Rain

Stonecutter908 on 08-09-2006

08-11-2006 04:57 PM
by TOGWT

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27,958

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WD-40 to clean engine????

2klude on 11-17-2006

11-22-2006 02:14 AM
by tigerman

8

27,832

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Anyone heard of XZILON?...

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Stick on 05-27-2006

03-10-2011 03:59 PM
by Tact

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Removing Aquapel?

Choreo on 12-31-2009

06-22-2023 03:16 AM
by Anonymous User

13

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Black car owners only...which wax repels dirt best allowing easier quick cleanup?

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UNKNOWN on 05-08-2005

05-12-2005 10:05 AM
by 58Vette65

28

27,338

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Rain-x the whole car?

TheRadioFlyer97 on 07-17-2007

10-01-2017 01:23 AM
by JustinEvans

13

27,040

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Buffer or hand wax...which is better???

Blown-Interceptor on 06-15-2006

06-17-2006 04:04 PM
by TH0001@properautocare.com

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26,956

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Clay Bar Experience on Windshield/Auto Glass

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navyvetrun on 03-14-2008

09-05-2012 02:35 PM
by Vette_DD

21

26,856

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Towels!! Cotton vs Microfiber - pros and cons...

bob53 on 04-04-2008

10-25-2008 10:36 AM
by JJU

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26,716

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My review of Zaino Clear Seal!

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Rob4092xx on 04-02-2007

06-23-2016 11:30 PM
by LS WON

62

26,007

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Clay Bar vs Modeling Clay??

Rocket02 on 05-13-2007

05-14-2007 08:18 AM
by gpracer1

13

25,810

303, armor, armorall, car, clean, cracks, dash, floors, glare, kitchen, removalpaint, remove, removing, shiny, tips

How to remove Armor all removal on dash? Too shiny!

Red Velvette on 02-18-2007

02-21-2007 07:02 AM
by Sleper

10

25,658

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Sweaty sock smell after shampoo

monstrocity on 09-04-2010

10-26-2010 09:22 AM
by bruno06

14

25,281

50, 5050, adams, americana, chemical, chemicalguys, guys, opinions, photos, polish, poorboys, review, reviews, wax, zymol

Is Adam's wax worth it

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halp on 09-24-2009

08-10-2013 08:56 PM
by H&R

45

25,231

Wolfgang Uber Ceramic Coating

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SgtMajUSMC(Ret) on 11-07-2015

09-12-2016 06:15 PM
by TX Torch

79

25,209

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Don't Buy: Mother's Power Cone

TheDingo on 09-11-2009

09-13-2009 05:20 PM
by HANNY

8

24,989

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3M Pink Fill 'n Glaze Discontinued - What Should I Use?

rikhek on 10-19-2006

10-19-2006 11:14 PM
by bugman

5

24,882

~daily special @ adam's polishes~

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Matt@Adams on 07-12-2012

09-29-2014 02:58 PM
by Adam's Polish

304

24,808

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Has anyone tried Armor All Exteme shield wax?

CStewTAMU on 04-30-2012

05-12-2015 12:28 AM
by mike100

16

24,729

windex the paint? i was skeptical...

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notoriousdax on 10-23-2005

11-15-2005 06:07 PM
by charlene

29

24,701

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Meguiar's Ultimate Liquid Wax

BigTattooMan on 02-15-2011

07-10-2012 07:24 PM
by Killrwheels@Autogeek

18

24,467

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Whats the best "quick detailer" spray ?

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jrut on 05-24-2007

06-23-2007 01:18 PM
by Humanoid 2.0

35

24,458

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Do's and dont's of maintaining black cars....

SPANKY LS1 on 05-03-2007

05-06-2007 09:32 AM
by Killrwheels@Autogeek

9

24,432

5, 5star, 5starshine, car, city, complaints, good, review, reviews, shine, star, starshine, surf, wax, zaino

Zaino vs 5 Star Shine

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06 Sunshine on 08-11-2006

10-09-2006 03:02 PM
by mrosa65

23

24,368

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Does anyone use "Finish First" polish? Feedback please!

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Rob4092xx on 07-10-2005

11-08-2023 09:58 AM
by Gixxerman

36

23,953

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Clay Bar question, does it remove wax/sealant?

BenC5 on 11-16-2010

11-18-2010 11:44 AM
by TOGWT

10

23,893

2009, c3, car, concours, corvette, corvettes, crystal, metal, metalwerks, paint, red, sealant, wax, waxes, wolfgang

Best wax for red?

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whichvette on 04-20-2011

06-28-2020 10:41 AM
by Gixxerman

32

23,578

adams, adamssealant, black, blackfire, diamond, fire, lock, menzerna, paint, power, powerlock, sealant, vs, wet, wolfgang

polymers: Menzerna Power lock vs Wolfang 3.0 vs BlackIce WetDiamond vs Adams

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QbnSuperman on 07-16-2010

08-14-2010 09:47 AM
by TH0001@properautocare.com

42

23,461

authorized, bio, bodyshopcom, chemist, corvette, factory, houston, island, photo, powerplus, sal, shop, staten, tommy, zaino

Has Anyone Ever Met Sal Zaino In Person?

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wkasak_07Z06 on 09-24-2007

09-07-2014 08:30 PM
by AFVETTE

130

23,383

3m, alchohl, alchohol, alcohol, ca, car, mixture, remove, removes, reviews, sealant, sealer, water, wax, waxes, whats

Using alcohol to remove sealant/wax

jptonks on 04-07-2009

04-08-2009 03:11 PM
by Killrwheels@Autogeek

9

23,077