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  • Using the PC for show car results DVD

    I heard about a DVD about using the PC to achieve show car results. When I found out who it was from I had to order it. Too me, seeing the video would be like attending a Meguiar's class and talking one on one with Mike about all aspects of polishing a car with the PC. He answered all my questions without me even asking them. We?ve all read his posts, though informative and educational they are still two dimensional. This video adds the third dimension.

    To see Mike in action with the PC tackling problem areas on a vehicle like body panel rolls and so forth equated to reading all 13,000 of Mike's posts. But the posts would still be missing something. It was great to hear what was going on in his head as he looks over the car and gives advice on how to handle the numerous situations. To me that's priceless.

    This video will answer all your questions.

    How much downward pressure on the PC?...
    What speeds for the PC?...
    When is the polish broken down?...
    How big of an area to work?...
    Am I using enough product on the pad?...
    What about hard to reach areas?...
    What happens if the test area doesn't improve?...
    What arm speed should I use?...

    I have never paid for a car detail, nor attended training for car detailing. I had preconceived notions about detailing and polishing paint. Anytime I had a question I just asked forum members for help. Mike re-affirmed much of what I thought about polishing and expanded on what I didn't know or do properly.

    The video covers both hand application of ScratchX and machine application of polish and wax. You will see almost every square inch of the vehicle either polished or waxed in this video. I missed the roof polishing segment. They don't just hit the high points of a few areas. In addition, a great how to use Meguiar?s #7 is stepped through. We can?t forget the how to for NXT Booster Wax.

    This video will show you how to take the Meguiar's line of products (many of which most of us already own) and achieve the next level of results. The PC tips and tricks you learn alone are worth the purchase.

    Imagine working with an expert in a certain field and being able to pick their brain as they do their job. Personally I?d love to talk to a pro golfer while we play a practice round together. I can ask them why they did this. Why did that happen that way?. That?s what this video does. We get to hear and see why something happened and Mike explains it. It's like he knows what mistakes we're making and he shows us the proper techniques.

    I probably won?t be able to get to Cali for a Meguiar?s clinic but this is the next best thing. Well I think web casting the Saturday clinics would be the next best thing. Since the web cast is not available this DVD is the next best thing.

    Thanks Mike and Richard, you have restored my fading passion for polishing and detailing cars again. Mike you?re an inspiration to all!

    Rick

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    i 2nd that, got my dvd in the mail last week..
    BLINK Detailing
    Serving the GTA Area

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    • #3
      I'll third that,

      I recieved my copy in June and have been watching it almost every weekend.

      It's like attending the class and getting all of the theory
      but only better because you can go back and watch again and again...

      Now the only thing missing is the practical part...
      I just can't wait for my PC to arrive...


      This DVD along with these forums is really all you need...

      Thanks Mike & Richard & Meguiars.


      Glen

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      • #4
        I have two questions, first, is this different from the "How To Remove Paint Defects" video, and if it is, how do I get a copy ?

        Thanks

        Glenn
        Keep your mast up and your rudder wet !!

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        • #5
          The "How to remove paint defects" video is from Meguiars (I have not seen this one though) and the "How-To use the Porter Cable Dual Action Polisher to Remove Swirls" DVD is from Mike and Richard's ShowCarGarage.com

          see this link



          It cost me $40 Canadian with the exchange and everything, but well worth it.


          ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

          Edit: Commercial link removed. -Mike
          Last edited by GSKTech; Jul 22, 2006, 08:09 AM.
          Glen

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          • #6


            The video is awesome and answers almost any question you could have about how to use the PC.

            I'm still going to attend a Meguiar's class when Mike comes to MA in September though!!

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            • #7
              yeah video is awesome. i just rewatched it and picked up a couple more tips.

              you can always learn something new.

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              • #8
                I think that even if you don't have a PC, and don't plan on getting one, you should still see "How to Use the PC For Showcar Results." It's well worth it just for the additional tips and theory.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by xebola
                  I think that even if you don't have a PC, and don't plan on getting one, you should still see "How to Use the PC For Showcar Results." It's well worth it just for the additional tips and theory.
                  I don't have the PC yet, but I ordered the DVD to see what I have been missing. I learned a lot from that DVD. For those who are serious about car detailing, watching this DVD will make you want to buy the PC since it takes all the "arm" work out of it.
                  2016 Focus ST

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                  • #10
                    Very good DVD, I guess I hold my PC funny, because when ever i tried holing it like mike did I could feel the PC getting hot ( i think i was trying it on speed 4) but ah well my way works too
                    Patrick Yu
                    2003 Honda Accord
                    2008 Honda Accord EX-L V6

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                    • #11
                      Just ordered mine

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                      • #12
                        The best learning dvd for detailing your car with the pc http://meguiarsonline.com/index.php Buy it if you want to detail your car like Mike
                        ayudando a los regiomontanos a que sus autos brillen waldo_gomez@hotmail.com

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                        • #13
                          both mike and richard did a great job on this dvd, and mike's explaination's step by step, is very thorough and could be understood by anyone who is getting their start into the car care world! here's a to both mike and richard!
                          Last edited by imacarnut; Jul 26, 2006, 12:03 AM.

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