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So I read here by Mike Phillips that it's not really the wax or sealant per se that gives the real shine but what you do prior to that. So I tried an experiment on a 1953 tube tester - on the top I did: Scholl Concepts S3 XXL Gold; Scholl Concepts S20; Scholl Concepts S30+ - two applications...

So I was excited to try the YUM panel wipe yesterday. It's supposed to be strong at what it does. I received it and it has such a super strong candy smell it is overwhelming and literally unusable to me. I got some on my hands, and I washed them 5 times and STILL had to smell it for hours more...

Got Some More Time in Today with the Rotary + Scholl S3 XXL Gold – Surprising Results Wanted to get more seat time today with my new flex rotary — working on both technique and testing out Scholl Concepts S3 XXL Gold, their heavy-cut compound (very similar to Menzerna 300 in aggressiveness)...

I was about to order a couple of Rupes white foam pads when I noticed it is specifically named Rupes DA foam pad. They also seem to offer a Rotary foam pad, though not from where I was going to order them. I am using the FLEX 14-2 150 rotary. Is there a difference in pads that I need to seek...

Before and after pics. Steps taken: -scrub with APC and wipe down; -Spray with panel cleaner to make sure all the APC is off; -2 rounds of Scholl Concepts S3 Gold XXL compound with Scholl Purple pad; - 2 rounds with Scholl's S30+; - Panel wipe; - 1 round Scholl W6 sealant/wax; - 1 round...

A Short (but Swirly) Journey Through Polishers… I’ve been diving deep again into the detailing rabbit hole, and I figured I’d share a quick update for anyone navigating the same twisty path through polisher land. From a past life as a DIY detailer, I had my trusted FLEX 3401 and Kompact 3...

"When Good Just Isn't Good Enough..." After wrapping up Part 1, I stood back and admired the gloss from two coats of Menzerna Power Lock Ultimate. It laid down beautifully — clean, clear, clinical. But maybe... too clinical? I wanted more character in the finish — something with warmth, with...

Thread Title: Menzerna vs. Griot’s vs. Scholl Concepts — Detailing Wars [Part 1] Let me take you on a detailing journey you probably didn’t see coming... Most of us here are obsessed with paint depth, orange peel, and mirror gloss — but how often do you get to detail a WWII-era tube tester...

I had someone on another forum asked me how I cleaned the super dirty yet delicate faceplates (full of electronics) on the 60-70 year old pieces of gear I refurbish. I wanted to share here as well. I will say I am at an inherent disadvantage with both the faceplate and exterior on the testers...

Hi guys - is there a 5" backing plate that I can use on the 3" FLEX XFE7-12 - 80? Thanks

Hey All, I'm an old part time detailer - used to do it 20++ years ago. Mike - you have been a guiding resource of mine for more years than I can count, and I want to take a minute to say a sincere thank you. None of what I've learned would have been possible without you. I remember when...