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It's a great starting point as it sets you up with a pad and polish system to play and learn with. Once you know what you like, you can then order more of the pads and compounds.

I have not once used the navigation system on my FGX Falcon, S550 or S650, I don't even use Apple Car Play. But then I'm not using those cars for long distance traveling.

Starting to see more S650's on the road now. Earlier this week, I even spotted another Race Red with the Night Pony Pack parked in someone's driveway. I thought I was the only one in the village................ oh, wait, that's another.................

Out and about.....................

If you have your pressure washer set up properly, its not about the actual pressure, but rather the pumps ability to increase the flow rate and improve rinse efficiency. The problem is, the pressure washer manufacturers like to promote headline pressure ratings on the box. To achieve that...

Another empty gallon......................... Traditional quick detailers like this are no longer a go-to for many, but I still think they have a place. I'd say with the proliferation of rinse-less wash concentrates, most simply mix those up at a quick detailer dilution rather than buying a...

I'm not sure if I'm doing this correctly, but I use the Reach and Clean tool for the initial passes, ie wet with glass cleaner. After that, I buff dry with a towel to streak free. I think some do it the reverse to that, as in using the tool for the second streak-free passes. Are you sure...

You reference the fitting of the positive cable to the fuse box and the negative to the ground post. On right hand drive vehicles, the main negative ground post is on the opposite side of the engine bay, and therefore the opposite side to the fuse box. There is a negative ground post for the...

Yesterday it was the caravan, today it was the tow vehicle. But first, a little reminder of how this vehicle looked after its last visit back in April this year............. Since then, the Landcruiser has had a set of brand-new genuine Toyota headlights installed. Also, due to some damage...

Realistically, no, there isn't a single product that can do every single task, just as there isn't one single material that goes into building a "rocket ship". However, if you want to slim down your product count, a high-quality rinse-less wash concentrate has the ability to replace a bunch of...

Base Layer Wax or Sealant - - Collinite 845 (durable, warm gloss) or Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant (great for darker colours). Apply either by hand with a foam applicator, or via a soft waxing pad on a dual-action machine. Both exceptionally slick. Collinite 845 on Race Red -...

The following is the biggest vehicle I've ever detailed, and by a considerable margin as well. While I don't personally see the appeal of caravans, I do see the appeal in earning money by cleaning them. :like: As you can see from the spare wheel cover, this rig made the trip to the Mundi...

Incorrect. RHD cars have the battery on what is USA drivers' side. So while the fuse box is on the same side for RHD and LHD, the negative ground post is on the other side.

After having to park outdoors while I was house sitting, a busy mowing run, and the crappy weather, I finally got a chance to wash the Ranger for the first time in more than two weeks yesterday. Good. Great. Sanity restored.....................until I had to go out at this afternoon, which the...

Cool White vs Race Red!

Optimum Opti-Glass Clean & Protect / Opti-Coat Glass Clean & Protect – While manufactured side by side, Optimum Polymer Technologies operates under two separate banners. The base Optimum range of detailing products has been freely available via OPT dealers and retailers. Depending on the...

Well, I finally got around to making a series of updates to that thread - DFB'S LITTLE BLACK BOOK OF DETAILING - UPDATED AUGUST 2025

A few videos to show that simplify the process - This first one actually uses a microfiber sponge for the initial wipes, which helps give extra control, then followed by a try towel. She is using a FTW towel, which I find too grabby.

That has always been my glass cleaning method for decades. On the outside, apply directly to the glass, wipe with a towel, the wipe with the dry side or second towel to finish. On the interior, I spray into the towel, wipe, then wipe with a dry towel. Over winter, I've had better luck with...

Spring orders, one from both Waxit and Detailing Shed................ The Carpro and KCx are replenishments from Waxit.................. The next lot is from Detailing Shed, again, replenishing a number of favourites. The Brake Buster and R2R would have to be my most used chemical...