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    Mytee Lite 8070

    Mytee has updated the 8070 Lite for 2014. I believe it has the HP60 motor now. Hopefully that is a good thing. They do need to work on their...
    Post by: alphauto, Feb 3, 2014 in forum: Car Detailing Product Discussion
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    How to take before/after picture

    are you exporting straight to JPEG through lightroom? The photos look a tad bit low resolution almost for a 70D. Unless you are exporting in low...
    Post by: alphauto, Jan 7, 2014 in forum: Car Detailing Product Discussion
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    Is MF disks the way to go for me?

    never had very good luck with the durability of MF pads. They work but I wouldn't say you NEED to go out and buy some to do your own car. Foam...
    Post by: alphauto, Aug 13, 2013 in forum: Compounds, Polishes, Paint Cleaners, and Glazes
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    one step polish choices

    Wouldn't SIP be a better choice over FG400 as a 1 step? FG is pretty aggressive. Personally I feel like PF2500 cuts faster than Perfect Finish.
    Post by: alphauto, Jul 30, 2013 in forum: Compounds, Polishes, Paint Cleaners, and Glazes
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    Paint Depth Gauges

    Even the defelsko 200 is not that accurate in measuring coatings (i think only the 200 advanced does multiple coatings) I still haven't found an...
    Post by: alphauto, Jul 30, 2013 in forum: Car Detailing Product Discussion
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    Wool Pad Preferences and MF Pad Preferences

    Thank you for the advice and link!
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 5, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Rupes LHR15ES or Flex XC3401 VRG?

    Thanks for the advice. I will look into getting some hands on experience comparing the two before deciding.
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 5, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Rupes LHR15ES or Flex XC3401 VRG?

    I agree. I have used the Rupes and it does seem to finish down very nicely - especially with a MF pad. Does the FLEX not finish down well? Is...
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 5, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Rupes LHR15ES or Flex XC3401 VRG?

    It's not that I don't trust the advice of others here. I take the advice into deep consideration. I am just seeking general info on which cuts...
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 5, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Wool Pad Preferences and MF Pad Preferences

    Thanks for all the opinions and experience. I am looking for wool simply for speed of correction on very bad cars. Some of the cars I do are...
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 5, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Wool Pad Preferences and MF Pad Preferences

    Any reason to choose a specific? Meguiars, Optimum, Lake Country
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 4, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Wool Pad Preferences and MF Pad Preferences

    Sorry should have mentioned I was using the MF pads with a porter. It worked well - it just didnt last very long.
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 4, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Rupes LHR15ES or Flex XC3401 VRG?

    Wouldn't it be safe to assume that with the same pad and polish the Flex should correct quicker due to the forced rotation? I tried out the...
    Post by: alphauto, Apr 4, 2013 in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai
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    Wool Pad Preferences and MF Pad Preferences

    Just trying to look for opinions on which wool pads people prefer for their rotary compounding. There are a few options out there and unlike...
    Thread by: alphauto, Apr 4, 2013, 12 replies, in forum: Tools - Machine Polishers, Pressure Washers, Detai