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Detailing Products & Equipment Sale/Swop/Trade Thread

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Attachment(s) by Zubair » Wed Jan 21, 2015 12:18 pm

Hi Guys

Seeing as detailings growing at a rapid pace globally with more and more people becoming aware of car care and quality products but it...
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The detailing advice thread

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Attachment(s) by Kyle » Wed Nov 05, 2014 9:33 am

Hi Guys,

There are a few threads going around with guys asking for advice etc. I thought it would be easier to make one thread for future...
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Fri Aug 18, 2017 4:40 pm
The Ultimate Detailing Guide

Last post by lawrence « Thu Nov 17, 2016 8:12 am
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by lawrence » Fri Nov 22, 2013 9:49 am

I thought it would be a good idea to try and develop a guide to what detailing is all about. The below is not totally comprehensive and I may have...
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Thu Nov 17, 2016 8:12 am
10 of the most common errors when washing your car

Last post by lawrence « Fri Jul 03, 2015 8:15 am
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by dood786 » Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:42 am

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I collected some information from a few forums and think these might be useful to some.

10 of the most common errors when washing your car...

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Fri Jul 03, 2015 8:15 am
Good Washing Technique

Last post by Morné Pieters « Sat May 02, 2015 8:49 pm
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by dood786 » Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:06 am

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In this thread I hope to explain some good practices for washing a car that help in the prevention of inflicting swirl marks to paint. :)...

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Sat May 02, 2015 8:49 pm
Caring for your MicroFibers

Last post by zane.mk1 « Mon Feb 24, 2014 1:37 pm
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by dood786 » Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:34 pm

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Microfiber towels use a unique blend of materials with innovative weave and fiber designs to create a special product. The blend of...

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Mon Feb 24, 2014 1:37 pm
Detailers you can contact - updated 20-10-2013

Last post by Dirty Harry « Mon Nov 25, 2013 9:10 am
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by dood786 » Wed Dec 01, 2010 11:22 am

This thread will serve to supply you guys with contact details for people who do detailing in your area

I will leave it locked to avoid cluttering...

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Mon Nov 25, 2013 9:10 am
2 bucket method

Last post by Coroner « Fri Aug 16, 2013 12:00 pm
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by dood786 » Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:12 am

also known as 2bm

This involves using two car wash buckets, each with Grit Guards. Some enthusiasts place two Grit Guards into each bucket...

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Fri Aug 16, 2013 12:00 pm
All you need to know about detail clay for your car

Last post by lawrence « Thu Oct 25, 2012 9:06 am
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by dood786 » Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:56 pm

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Should I Clay My Paint When Detailing My Car?
For those that have seen clay in action, the origins of body clay are sometimes as mystical...

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Thu Oct 25, 2012 9:06 am
Comprehensive washing routine

Last post by dood786 « Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:36 pm

by dood786 » Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:36 pm

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Washing and Drying can be the most overlooked step. However, in reality is one of the most important steps. You may be asking yourself how...

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Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:36 pm
Poor-Boys

Last post by GLOSSWORX « Fri Oct 20, 2017 4:52 pm
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by GLOSSWORX » Wed Oct 11, 2017 1:52 pm

Hello Everyone

Just a quick intro from us at Poor-Boys. We at Poor-Boys are happy to announce our association with the Vwclub of SA as advertisers...

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Fri Oct 20, 2017 4:52 pm
Alpine White BMW 330d Detailed (again) by Lawrence

Last post by lawrence « Thu Oct 19, 2017 3:13 pm
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by lawrence » Sun Oct 15, 2017 8:53 pm

This daily driver had some work done on the passenger side rear 1/4 panel and unfortunately the panel beater left the whole car full of buffer...

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Thu Oct 19, 2017 3:13 pm
Palladium Silver Mercedes C300 - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by TDISmoker « Mon Oct 02, 2017 10:20 am
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by lawrence » Tue Sep 19, 2017 12:20 pm

First off.... apologies for not having posted much lately... life has been busy and I am a bit (ok a lot) behind on these sort of write ups etc......

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Mon Oct 02, 2017 10:20 am
Recommend detailer in Cape Town

Last post by lawrence « Mon Oct 02, 2017 9:38 am
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by Williaml » Fri Sep 29, 2017 2:04 pm

So my 2014 GTI has just gone over 90 000km. I decided not to extend the MP. It hasn't self-destructed yet...
I'm still happy with the car, and it...

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Mon Oct 02, 2017 9:38 am
Steering Wheel Restoration ? Help...

Last post by Reegz « Mon Sep 18, 2017 2:10 pm
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by herco » Thu Mar 16, 2017 9:18 am

After a week of waiting for Speed Services (not my choice) I finally got my steering wheel...

When I opened it I immediately realised the previous...
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Mon Sep 18, 2017 2:10 pm
Winter - windscreen misting (inside)

Last post by Howie-WP « Fri Sep 08, 2017 4:10 pm
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by Howie-WP » Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:02 pm

So with wet winter now becoming a reality in Cpt, need to find out what is best for demisting inside windscreen? My Mk3's aircon is fubar, so looking...
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Fri Sep 08, 2017 4:10 pm
Wet Sanding Disks

Last post by LoW n SloW « Mon Sep 04, 2017 7:02 am
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by Shivvy » Thu Aug 24, 2017 4:23 pm

Hey guys

Where can I get Wet sanding discs from? I'm looking for 1500, 3000 and 5000 if possible.

Thanks

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Mon Sep 04, 2017 7:02 am
Product Review: Shine Mate buffing pads

Last post by LoW n SloW « Mon Aug 21, 2017 5:46 pm
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by cli 16v » Wed Aug 16, 2017 1:10 pm

Disclaimer: This is my opinion on use of the product following the correct techniques and product use instructions. This isn't my first rodeo. :lol:...

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Mon Aug 21, 2017 5:46 pm
Gyeon Quartz Official Distributor

Last post by LoW n SloW « Mon Aug 21, 2017 5:37 pm
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by Pristine Detailing » Sat Aug 19, 2017 4:47 pm

Hi Guys

We are pleased to announce that we have been appointed as the official Gyeon Quartz distributor for SA. We are in the process of finalising...

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Mon Aug 21, 2017 5:37 pm
Polo 9n3 Seat repair

Last post by Potenza111 « Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:03 pm

by Potenza111 » Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:03 pm

Hi

I have a hole in my passenger seat, is this repairable?

I'm scared that the material isn't available anymore (the pattern)

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Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:03 pm
What Product to Restore Trimmings?

Last post by Zubair « Fri Aug 18, 2017 3:46 pm
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by ace_the_house_cat » Wed Aug 16, 2017 12:25 pm

Hey guys,

I am looking for a product to restore the black plastic grilles on my car, what would you recommend that's affordable and easy-ish to...

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Fri Aug 18, 2017 3:46 pm
What do you look for when buying car shampoo?

Last post by Shivvy « Fri Aug 11, 2017 11:04 am
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by brandingo13 » Fri Aug 04, 2017 8:40 pm

Out of interest what do you guys look for when buying say wash and wax? Tyre shines etc? Any car cleaning related products?
Do you trust the new...

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Fri Aug 11, 2017 11:04 am
(3rd) Lapiz Blue VW Golf 7R - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by lawrence « Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:47 am
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by lawrence » Sun Jul 23, 2017 12:54 pm

Sadly the front end of of this car had been subjected to a repaint and the body shop really left these areas in a shocking state and so the objective...

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Last post by lawrence View the latest post
Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:47 am
Summit White Chevrolet Utility - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by lawrence « Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:46 am
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by lawrence » Sun Jul 09, 2017 2:03 pm

This vehicle is still new and had been parked close to a company who were painting. Unfortunately for the owner, his car was covered in what appeared...

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Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:46 am
So my first attempt. Black Audi S6 V10.

Last post by mk3vr6golf « Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:08 am
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by panic-mechanic » Sun Jul 23, 2017 8:16 pm

Since I got this car it has swirls/ holograms whatever people call these things and it has been greatly annoying me. I almost feel too shy to take it...
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Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:08 am
Turtle Wax Waterless car wash service

Last post by Unobeat « Sun Aug 06, 2017 12:48 am
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by Yakuza Racer » Mon Jul 31, 2017 9:48 am

Whats you take on the waterless car wash?
There is a service that comes out to you and does the job in CPT, rather expensive at R120 but i havent...

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Sun Aug 06, 2017 12:48 am
Chips and Paint Warranty

Last post by LoW n SloW « Thu Aug 03, 2017 12:39 pm
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by num101 » Mon Jul 31, 2017 10:34 am

Hi,

I'd like some advice on what to do about small chips on my bonnet. I have a red polo, which came with a scratch and dent policy. I used it once...

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Thu Aug 03, 2017 12:39 pm
safely cleaning rattlecan paint off rims and plastics

Last post by MoJo_ct « Mon Jul 31, 2017 2:57 pm
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by Citi 007 » Tue Jul 25, 2017 8:06 am

Hi Guys,

i bought a car with the wheels sprayed matte black with what looks like a rattle-can spray job.

the paint is already peeling off in...

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Mon Jul 31, 2017 2:57 pm
Karcher foam canon

Last post by DINODENASH « Fri Jul 28, 2017 8:59 am
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by panic-mechanic » Tue Jul 25, 2017 7:37 pm

so at makro I see these. Does it work or is there a reason to rather buy something else form another vendor?
Anybody tried this?.
it is a genuine...

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Last post by DINODENASH View the latest post
Fri Jul 28, 2017 8:59 am
Detailing Bag

Last post by Abnormal « Thu Jul 27, 2017 9:33 am
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by SHAUN » Wed Jul 26, 2017 8:06 am

Makro has these on special for R650, it was a no brainer than I NEED it for all my detailing goodies.

It has 32 storage compartments, made out of...

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Thu Jul 27, 2017 9:33 am
Sheild New DA

Last post by Zubair « Wed Jul 26, 2017 3:06 pm
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by Shivvy » Tue Jul 04, 2017 12:03 pm

I see Sheild have launched a new DA. Looks very nice, seems to have a similar design to the Shinemate 6 inch DA. Anyone worked with it yet? Price on...

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Last post by Zubair View the latest post
Wed Jul 26, 2017 3:06 pm
DNA Evolved Launch Video! Working!

Last post by LostEnigma « Mon Jul 24, 2017 10:41 pm
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by LostEnigma » Thu Jul 20, 2017 4:15 pm

Hey guys... So as a lot of you might know, I was given a bunch of Crazy Detailer's new range - DNA Evolved to test and review... So while we at it......

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Mon Jul 24, 2017 10:41 pm
Blue masking tape - where to get.

Last post by SHAUN « Sun Jul 23, 2017 1:16 am
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by panic-mechanic » Sat Jul 15, 2017 8:42 pm

That blue tape you guys use to tape corners and raises - where do you find it?.
Or is regular masking tape OK? That stuff seems to come off clean...

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Sun Jul 23, 2017 1:16 am
New Range available - DNA Evolved

Last post by Djin « Fri Jul 21, 2017 4:10 pm
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by Djin » Thu Jul 13, 2017 11:58 pm

There is nothing more exciting than launching a new brand here at Crazydetailer. Our motto has always been the widest range under one roof at the...

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Fri Jul 21, 2017 4:10 pm
OB1's Carbon Steel Grey ClubSport By Jason

Last post by Sabretooth Tiger « Wed Jul 19, 2017 9:48 am
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by LostEnigma » Sat Jun 03, 2017 8:17 pm

Hey guys, so it's been a while and I have been crazy busy but when you detail a car this special, you just need to share it!

Tai from OB1 Fuels...

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Wed Jul 19, 2017 9:48 am
Pearl White C63 AMG By Jason

Last post by LostEnigma « Tue Jul 18, 2017 11:59 pm
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by LostEnigma » Fri Jun 09, 2017 9:04 pm

Hey guys, so trying to upload all the detail's I do but if you follow my page on facebook, you will see I am far behind :fear:

So on Wednesday,...

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Last post by LostEnigma View the latest post
Tue Jul 18, 2017 11:59 pm
New Rupes Stock

Last post by Pristine Detailing « Mon Jul 17, 2017 8:51 pm

by Pristine Detailing » Mon Jul 17, 2017 8:51 pm

Hi Guys

Our latest shipment of machines have landed and awaiting customs clearance and should be available online by the end of the week just as...

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Mon Jul 17, 2017 8:51 pm
Lamborghini Aventador Roadster - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by dazza « Fri Jul 14, 2017 3:06 pm
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by lawrence » Sat Jan 16, 2016 12:11 pm

This beauty in a color called 'Grigio Estoque' belongs to a good customer of mine who recently purchased from the original owner, who was using it as...
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Last post by dazza View the latest post
Fri Jul 14, 2017 3:06 pm
Turtle Wax Product Review/Testing

Last post by panic-mechanic « Thu Jul 13, 2017 1:27 pm
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by lawrence » Wed Feb 15, 2017 7:36 pm

Background

I was contacted a while back by Joey from Turtle Wax asking if I would try out some of their products and provide my thoughts on them....

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Last post by panic-mechanic View the latest post
Thu Jul 13, 2017 1:27 pm
Headlight Refurb

Last post by LoW n SloW « Tue Jul 11, 2017 3:34 pm
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by ///M » Mon Jul 10, 2017 10:31 pm

Hi guys.

I need assistance with a headlight refurbished. Both inside and out.

I'm based in Randburg.

Anybody here that can assist?

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Tue Jul 11, 2017 3:34 pm
A 3M paper wrap around my sedan?

Last post by chucker02 « Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:37 pm
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by HarleyBen » Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:36 pm

I am hearing it protects the paint and is good for if taken care properly for about 3 years. Is it a good idea to do that? Does anyone of you have it...

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Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:37 pm
Bigfoot Detailing Wins Ferrari Concours

Last post by Mbuzi « Mon Jul 03, 2017 3:10 pm
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by Pristine Detailing » Tue Jun 27, 2017 7:19 pm

Hi Guys
Its been absolutely crazy since opening our doors in Feb and we were fortunate to have a client entrust us with prepping his F430 Scuderia...

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Last post by Mbuzi View the latest post
Mon Jul 03, 2017 3:10 pm
Help on diy detailing please

Last post by LoW n SloW « Mon Jul 03, 2017 7:07 am
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by Ashveer03 » Wed Jun 28, 2017 11:00 pm

Howzit guys

I have a white polo 9n tdi, and since I am always fiddling around with mechanical stuff the car picked up a few grease/oil stains.. I...

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Mon Jul 03, 2017 7:07 am
Sunset Red VW Polo - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by lawrence « Wed Jun 21, 2017 1:50 pm
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by lawrence » Thu May 04, 2017 9:43 pm

I was contacted by the owner of this car who wanted it cleaned up before a recent show n shine event in KZN (the detail was done toward the end of...

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Last post by lawrence View the latest post
Wed Jun 21, 2017 1:50 pm
VW Golf 5 Gti - Leather Clean

Last post by r-hart « Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am
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by r-hart » Tue Jun 13, 2017 2:57 pm

Hi Guys

Few weeks ago, i decided it was time to treat my ageing leather seats in my Mk5. Not knowing where to start, i Pm'd Lawrence for assistance...

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Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am
Hydrographics

Last post by Ashveer03 « Mon Jun 12, 2017 7:40 pm
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by Ashveer03 » Fri Jun 02, 2017 2:34 pm

Howzit guys

Anybody in Durban that does hydrographics / hydro dipping?

Sent from my SM-G531H using Tapatalk

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Last post by Ashveer03 View the latest post
Mon Jun 12, 2017 7:40 pm
Sepang Blue Audi RS3 - Detailed by Lawrence

Last post by lawrence « Mon May 29, 2017 9:17 am
Replies: 24
by lawrence » Tue May 23, 2017 3:02 pm

I was contacted by the owner of this vehicle who's brother had his RS3 detailed by Mikhail in Cape Town, and she was looking for the same thing for...

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Mon May 29, 2017 9:17 am
Bagged S3 8V detailed by Jason

Last post by Unobeat « Fri May 26, 2017 5:58 pm
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by LostEnigma » Fri Apr 21, 2017 6:00 pm

Hey guys, so I don't have a full write up for this one but just thought I would post some afters of a bagged S3 8V i had in for an exterior detail:...

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Fri May 26, 2017 5:58 pm
How to differentiate between bearing and cv joint problem

Last post by DangerBoy « Wed May 24, 2017 2:14 pm
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by vw4eva » Wed May 24, 2017 1:50 pm

Hi guys , so there is something wrong with my polo 2008 .

i dont know if it the bearings or CV joints.

When driving especially uphill the car...

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Wed May 24, 2017 2:14 pm
Pen/ Ink Mark on Steering Wheel

Last post by LoW n SloW « Tue May 23, 2017 6:47 am
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by Life » Thu May 11, 2017 9:58 am

Hi Guys,

Need some help please.

What can be used to remove a blue pen mark off a VW leather Steering Wheel?

The vehicle is brand new, don't want...

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Tue May 23, 2017 6:47 am

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