tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18138672090198335002008-10-08T11:25:08.801-04:00Proper Auto DetailingThe definitive source for proper automotive detailing advise and product recommendations.The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-66968485513725932542008-10-08T10:28:00.004-04:002008-10-08T11:25:08.846-04:00New Proper Auto Care Desktop GadgetWe are proud to announce the release of the <a href="http://properautocare.com/desktopgadget.html">Classic Motoring Accessories Newswire Gadget.</a><br />Our new <a href="http://properautocare.com/desktopgadget.html">CMA Newswire Gadget</a>, a part of the <a href="http://desktop.google.com/">Google Desktop</a> interface, plugs you right into ProperAutoCare's news feeds.<br />Now, you can have <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/">ProperAutoCare.com</a> on your desktop.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOzJs1UrrII/AAAAAAAAAfE/5fSdiw_VZ34/s1600-h/gadget+desktop.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOzJs1UrrII/AAAAAAAAAfE/5fSdiw_VZ34/s320/gadget+desktop.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254796637299780738" border="0" /></a><br /><br />What this means for you is that you will know about new products, alerts on promotions and sales, before we go to press on our main site.<br />You'll be subscribed to our feeds, without actually having to subscribe to our feeds.<br />As you can see from the images below, the gadget takes up very little of your desktop's real estate.<br />You can just tuck it up on a corner of your screen.<br />Our Gadget resides on your desktop, delivering our feeds directly to you.<br /><br />When you click on a certain feed in the gadget, a window will pop out to the side of the gadget with the full story.<br />Clicking on the feed link at the top of the popout window, will take you directly to the post.<br />The gadget does not require you have a browser open.<br />Clicking on a link within the story, will open your default browser and take you directly to our site.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOzJs0Pc4TI/AAAAAAAAAfM/JGkJFFUGxVY/s1600-h/Gadget+popout.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOzJs0Pc4TI/AAAAAAAAAfM/JGkJFFUGxVY/s320/Gadget+popout.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254796637009404210" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Once installed, Google Desktop and our Gadget will run automatically when you start your computer.<br /><br />Just follow this link to our gadget page to download <a href="http://properautocare.com/desktopgadget.html">Google Desktop and our Gadget</a>.<br />Technology can be a wonderful thing!<br /><br /><br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/10/new-proper-auto-care-desktop-gadget.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/10/new-proper-auto-care-desktop-gadget.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-82644638130944337472008-10-03T13:34:00.002-04:002008-10-03T13:39:03.391-04:00Four Star Detailing Products on Sale!!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOZW2zWawxI/AAAAAAAAAe0/F4G8wjMxtAY/s1600-h/Four+Star.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOZW2zWawxI/AAAAAAAAAe0/F4G8wjMxtAY/s320/Four+Star.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5252981514871423762" /></a><br /><br />Founded in 1989 with a line of four professional detailing products, <a href="http://properautocare.com/fostprpr.html">Four Star Products</a> owner's Rick Vaal and Sam Lankford never imagined they would be major players in the world of professional detailing products. After all, how could a self-taught formulator without any formal chemical education hope to compete with industry mega-giant 3M?<br /><br />The word is out. A small chemical company in Florida is seriously kicking butt. <br />In 2007 a major, national, body shop distributor evaluated the Four Star Professional product line and did the unthinkable. <br />They switched from their "name brand" products and started selling Four Star products to professional detailers, body shops and restoration shops nationwide.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOZXBdhLTgI/AAAAAAAAAe8/mB-Y4yzS82g/s1600-h/HCC.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SOZXBdhLTgI/AAAAAAAAAe8/mB-Y4yzS82g/s320/HCC.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5252981697989529090" /></a><br /><br />Classic Motoring is proud to offer these same professional detailing products to detailers, enthusiasts and body shops via the internet. <br />Whether you detail for a living or are just not happy with the products you're currently using, we invite you to try these Four Star Professional Products. <br />We think you'll be blown away! <br /><br />To make it even easier for you to be blown away, we've placed Four Star Professional Detailing Products on sale.<br />We've taken 15-20% off the price off the Four Star Professional Products line.<br />Just click here to visit our <a href="http://properautocare.com/fostprpr.html">Four Star Products page</a> and check out the deals on a great product line.<br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/10/four-star-detailing-products-on-sale.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/10/four-star-detailing-products-on-sale.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-37970406666208312552008-09-29T11:13:00.002-04:002008-09-29T11:16:48.781-04:00Laitner Brush Ergonomic Brush<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SODv_9anq_I/AAAAAAAAAes/IQp-0DL0FII/s1600-h/LaitnerBrush.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SODv_9anq_I/AAAAAAAAAes/IQp-0DL0FII/s320/LaitnerBrush.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5251461047611010034" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />The Laitner Brush Company may not be as well known as OXO but this Michigan-based company has been making innovative brushes for over 150 years. Laitner is well known in the automotive aftermarket for their line of auto body and detailing brushes sold under the "Grip-It" trademark.<br /><br /> This <a href="http://properautocare.com/laerwhtibr.html">Ergonomic Wheel & Tire Brush</a> features Laitner's signature non-slip, comfort grip handle and a head of 2-1/2 inch crimped, feathered, Polypropylene bristles. <br />Polypropylene is a synthetic bristle resistant to petroleum, solvents, acids and detergents and is not affected by fungus or mildews. Crimping the bristles enhances the bristle's water-carrying ability and feathering the tips prevents scratching delicate finishes.<br /><br />Polypropylene bristles offer the optimum balance of scrubbing power and softness. <br />The crimped bristle is strong enough to scrub away oily road grime on tires yet soft enough for use on painted, clear coated, polished or anodized wheels.<br /><br />While primarily designed as a tire and wheel cleaning brush, the flagged (feathered) tips make this brush ideal for cleaning clear plastic lens and spot cleaning any painted surface.<br /><br />Overall brush length is 14-1/2 inches.<br /><br />Only $6.95 each<br /><br /><br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/laitner-brush-ergonomic-brush.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/laitner-brush-ergonomic-brush.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-53281949099881666732008-09-26T13:39:00.002-04:002008-09-26T13:43:44.495-04:00Free Shipping Special!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FreeShip.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FreeShip.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><br />Through midnight, Tuesday, September 30th, we're offering FREE UPS Ground shipping on all orders over $25.00. <br />Free UPS Ground shipping is on orders shipped to the 48 US Continental States.<br />So, take advantage of this special while you can!<br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/free-shipping-special.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/free-shipping-special.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-52315872194364826182008-09-18T10:20:00.003-04:002008-09-18T10:35:15.286-04:00Menzerna PO106FA Finishing Polish<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SNJlr4k47xI/AAAAAAAAAek/400GNtlmEY0/s1600-h/MenzernaPO106FA.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SNJlr4k47xI/AAAAAAAAAek/400GNtlmEY0/s320/MenzernaPO106FA.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5247368320435941138" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://properautocare.com/mepofipo.html">Menzerna PO106FA</a> is one of the latest polishes from Menzerna Germany.<br /><a href="http://properautocare.com/mepofipo.html">Menzerna PO106FA</a> was developed for one European automaker that desired slightly faster "cutting" on their assembly line and faster residue "clean-up."<br /><a href="http://properautocare.com/menzerna.html">Menzerna</a> made the polish's liquid base "stickier" to keep more of the polish particles on the surface of the pad.<br />Doing so allows the pad to cut slightly faster and the slightly reduced "fling-off" means less time spent on residue wipe-off. <br />Menzerna gave this new polish the part number PO106FA.<br /><br />For the enthusiast working in his garage, you can get the same great results a little quicker. The reduced chance of splatter or "sling off" is another added benefit.<br /><br />Also, if you're a professional detailer or body shop technician and spend your entire day polishing, PO106FA may be just the thing you need.<br /><br /> We're offering <a href="http://properautocare.com/mepofipo.html">Menzerna PO106FA</a> for our customers who want to try a slightly different version of a really great polish. Application is the same as for PO106FF and Menzerna Final Polish II.<br /><br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/menzerna-po106fa-finishing-polish.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/menzerna-po106fa-finishing-polish.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-45127833495876127132008-09-15T12:34:00.001-04:002008-09-15T12:50:32.984-04:00Wheel Wax Magic Shine Ultimate Detail Spray<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SM6OM8_YPdI/AAAAAAAAAeU/4vjbTzNUN-g/s1600-h/Wheel+Wax+Detailer+Lg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SM6OM8_YPdI/AAAAAAAAAeU/4vjbTzNUN-g/s320/Wheel+Wax+Detailer+Lg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5246286969114738130" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />This is a fast, wipe-and-shine spray that produces a super shine with a slick finish. Yes, you can use it over carnauba waxes and polymer sealants. <br />Yes, it adds a micro-fine layer of protection that extends the durability of the initial wax or sealant coating and yes, it is VOC compliant in all 50 states. <br /><br />Two features set <a href="http://properautocare.com/whwaxmashuld.html">Wheel Wax Magic Shine</a> apart and neither are mentioned on the label.<br /> <br />First, you can use this spray to clean and shine virtually any surface. <br />Paintwork, metal, glass, plastic, chrome and vinyl can be cleaned and shined with a simple mist-and-wipe.<br /><br />This is a great feature for vehicles like jeeps that have a lot of black plastic trim. Other detail sprays can white stain black trim but not Wheel Wax Magic Shine.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SM6OMymrmiI/AAAAAAAAAec/vfAFF5fUnWM/s1600-h/Wheel+Wax+Detailer.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SM6OMymrmiI/AAAAAAAAAec/vfAFF5fUnWM/s320/Wheel+Wax+Detailer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5246286966326794786" /></a><br />Secondly, and this is the feature that justifies the product in my mind, Wheel Wax Magic Shine contains the same anti-static agent used in the company's Wheel Wax. <br />It literally repels dust, sand and pollen! <br /><br />The response to this new product has been great! <br />If you want a quick detailer that can be used on a variety of surfaces, plus helps repel dust and dirt, this is it.<br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/wheel-wax-magic-shine-ultimate-detail.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/wheel-wax-magic-shine-ultimate-detail.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-60901179793464489652008-09-10T13:12:00.005-04:002008-09-10T13:41:45.318-04:00Black Wow Trim Restorer lives up to it's claims!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SMgBRIRyYoI/AAAAAAAAAeA/4QOgp7tyhHw/s1600-h/Black+Wow.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SMgBRIRyYoI/AAAAAAAAAeA/4QOgp7tyhHw/s320/Black+Wow.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5244443159864435330" /></a><br />We recently started carrying <a href="http://properautocare.com/blackwow1.html">Black Wow Trim Restorer</a>. <br />And we are glad we did.<br />As I have mentioned in the past, we test every product we carry. <br />We were blown away by this product.<br /><br />This trim restorer works on any color trim to restore a deep, natural, <br />factory-fresh appearance that really does last for months!<br /><br /><a href="http://properautocare.com/blackwow1.html">Black Wow Trim Restorer</a> is not a dye. It is a super concentrated, wipe-on liquid that restores faded <br />and white-stained trim on contact. <br />There is no need to let the product dry or cure.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SMgBRA68M6I/AAAAAAAAAeI/DXVzVMDeCvg/s1600-h/Mini+Rack.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SMgBRA68M6I/AAAAAAAAAeI/DXVzVMDeCvg/s320/Mini+Rack.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5244443157889561506" /></a><br /><br /> Note: The phrase "super-concentrated" really does apply to this product. <br />It takes less that a pea-sized amount on the foam applicator to work magic. <br />The 4 oz. bottle will last a long time even treating multiple cars.<br /><br />You should avoid getting Black Wow on paint. It won't harm the paint, but it's difficult to remove off the paint. <br />My recommendation is to mask off the trim with painter's tape before applying Black Wow.<br /><br />Directions: Wipe trim with a 50/50 solution of alcohol and water or a prep cleaner such as <a href="http://properautocare.com/wuclae.html">Wurth Clean Solve</a>. <br />Apply a drop of Black Wow to the foam applicator and massage into the trim. <br />After all trim is treated, wipe with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove any excess product. <br />Detailing trick: Now go back and wipe the trim with a damp cloth or sponge. <br />This will insure a uniform, rich luster.<br /><br />Try <a href="http://properautocare.com/blackwow1.html">Black Wow</a> and you, just like we did, will say "Wow!".<br /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/black-wow-trim-restorer-lives-up-to-its.html';<br /></script><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/09/black-wow-trim-restorer-lives-up-to-its.html</script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-90049953672952811722008-08-27T09:13:00.003-04:002008-08-27T09:42:05.086-04:00Labor Day Weekend Sale!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://properautocare.com/newcarcapr.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/emails/09-08/LaborDay908Med.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><a href="http://properautocare.com/newcarcapr.html"></a><br /><br />Our Pre-Labor Day Sale was so popular, we decided to launch our Labor Day Weekend Sale early.<br /><br />Now, through midnight, September 1st, all orders get 10% off when using coupon<br />code <span style="font-weight:bold;">LABORDAY</span>. Just use this coupon code in your shopping cart when checking out.<br />Also, as an added bonus for you, we are offering FREE SHIPPING on any order over $75.00.<br />So, do the math......this is a GREAT deal. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/08/labor-day-weekend-sale.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/08/labor-day-weekend-sale.html</script><br /><br />We know you want to Baby Your Baby, so act now!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-84508279822491318582008-08-23T10:53:00.003-04:002008-08-23T10:58:51.226-04:00FREE Shipping!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FreeShippingSmall.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FreeShippingSmall.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />With the Labor Day weekend approaching fast, we know you'll want to be able to "Baby Your Baby" over the weekend.<br /><br />So, through midnight Sunday, the 24th, we are offering FREE Ground Shipping on any order $25 or more. <br />FREE Shipping is to the 48 Continental US States. <br /><br />Summer is almost over, and so is this offer.<br />So, take advantage of this offer while it lasts.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-23137589173801902512008-08-19T08:58:00.012-04:002008-08-20T08:51:22.695-04:00Porter Cable 7424, Ultimate Detailing Machine and the Flex XC3401We are seeing posts on many blogs and forums about the Ultimate Detailing <br />Machine car polisher being discontinued.<br /> The polisher otherwise known as the Ultimate Detailing Machine (UDM) was a polisher that was <br />offered to us several years ago as an alternative the <br />Porter Cable 7424. <br />To be sure, the UDM is a Chinese-made knock-off of the Porter Cable 7424. <br />It is <span style="font-weight:bold;">not</span> the Porter Cable 7424, <br />and neither is it a re-branded Porter Cable 7424.<br />It is no coincidence that the UDM looks almost identical to the 7424.<br />Also, we feel it no coincidence the UDM's manufacturer chose to name it the <br />Ultimate Detailing Machine. We had named our Porter Cable polisher <br />packages the Ultimate Detailing Machine after we removed the stock white <br />polishing pad Porter Cable ships with the polisher and replace it with our<br />flexible backing plate and Lake Country Pads. We guess the name stuck.<br />Nice to be ahead of our time, again.<br /> <br /> Here at Proper Auto Care, we are particular about the products we offer. <br />Products we offer to you must pass a rigorous evaluation process with us. <br />If we, as car nuts, wouldn't be satisfied with the product, we know that you would not. <br />This was the case with the UDM. <br />First, and foremost, the UDM is <span style="font-style:italic;">not<span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span> Underwriters Labs approved. <br />UL approval means an appliance is deemed <span style="font-style:italic;">electrically safe<span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span> to use. <br /> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SKrKjH-Za7I/AAAAAAAAAdw/18H2MhZDYgQ/s1600-h/PC+7424+Pic.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SKrKjH-Za7I/AAAAAAAAAdw/18H2MhZDYgQ/s320/PC+7424+Pic.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236220221556616114" /></a><br /><center> Porter Cable 7424 Polisher</center><br /><br /> Secondly, we were far more confident that the 7424 would be around for a long time. <br />Porter Cable's business <span style="font-style:italic;">is</span> tools. <br />That is what they do. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Products that soon become orphaned are not products <br />we will carry.</span><br /> <br /> We feel vindicated in our decision not to carry the UDM as it has indeed been discontinued. <br />If you are shopping for a truly top-notch, rock-solid, user-friendly polisher, <br />our <a href="http://properautocare.com/74uldema.html">Porter Cable 7424 polisher packages</a> are the way to go.<br /><br /> Also, we are seeing some postings regarding the "new side handle" for the <a href="http://properautocare.com/flxcdupo.html">Flex 3401 VRG polisher</a>. <br />Sorry folks, but we've been selling the Flex with <span style="font-weight:bold;">"that new handle"</span> for many months now. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SKrLU-xSOyI/AAAAAAAAAd4/LGicQGOy7TQ/s1600-h/Flex+3401+VRG.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_G75ncVaba90/SKrLU-xSOyI/AAAAAAAAAd4/LGicQGOy7TQ/s320/Flex+3401+VRG.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5236221078079159074" /></a><br /><center>Flex XC3401VRG Polisher</center><br />It's in the box when we ship it out. <br />However, most users of the Flex prefer the bale handle on the Flex as is. <br />Flex, though, offers you the option of having both. <br />ProperAutoCare also wants you to have that option. <br /><br /> We have always adhered to a core philosophy....treat the customer the way WE would want to be treated.<br /><br /><table width="25%" border="0"><br /> <tr><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/08/porter-cable-7424-ultimate-detailing.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script></td><br /> <td><script type="text/javascript" src="http://d.yimg.com/ds/badge2.js" badgetype="medium" showbranding="1">http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/08/porter-cable-7424-ultimate-detailing.html</script></td><br /> </tr><br /></table><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-75791907009029064352008-07-31T13:27:00.006-04:002008-08-05T14:48:08.731-04:00New Gold CCS Foam Pads exclusively at Proper Auto Care<a href="http://properautocare.com/">ProperAutoCare.com</a> is proud to introduce a new line of foam pads.<br />These new pads incorporate our new gold foam.<br />These new gold foam products are available <span style="font-weight: bold;">exclusively</span> at Proper Auto Care.<br />This latest development in foams is not to be confused with our yellow compounding pads.<br />This new gold foam is the world's <span style="font-weight: bold;">softest</span> finishing foam.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH7_50lQOI/AAAAAAAAAdI/6CU5ZxPeAig/s1600-h/CCS+Gold+pad.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH7_50lQOI/AAAAAAAAAdI/6CU5ZxPeAig/s320/CCS+Gold+pad.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5229237717625553122" border="0" /></a><br />The <a href="http://properautocare.com/ccstegocofip.html">CCS gold pads designed for use with a polisher</a> are engineered for applying a final wax or sealant.<br />While some forums or blogs may allude that there is no difference between these pads and the red or blue pads, there IS a difference.<br /><br />These new pads have 100 pores per square inch, versus the 60 pores per square inch on the red or blue Lake Country pads.<br />Because these pads have a higher number of pores per square inch than the Lake Country red or blue pad, these pads disperse a wax or sealant more evenly.<br />This results in an even better shine.<br /><br />We also are using the same foam in our <a href="http://properautocare.com/ulfowami.html">UltiMitt wash mitts</a>. This softer foam babies your car even more than our UltiMitts with red foam.<br />The front face of the mitt is cut into hundreds of half-inch sized cubes. When you insert your hand, the grooves around the foam cubes expand creating channels to trap sand, grit and debris.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH9EjjrGZI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/YnIbejxRkUE/s1600-h/Ulti+Mitt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH9EjjrGZI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/YnIbejxRkUE/s320/Ulti+Mitt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5229238897060026770" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Our <a href="http://properautocare.com/ulgewaxpoap.html">BLACKFIRE, Ultimate Hand Applicator Pad</a> is two applicators in one.<br />The thicker white side is an engineered, German, pre-polymer foam, specifically designed for polishing while the thinner, gold, side is a reticulated (exploded), super-soft, German finishing foam. Use the white side to apply your favorite polish or one-step product and the gold side to apply your favorite wax or sealant .<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH_vxwsoPI/AAAAAAAAAdg/GA86_8AKzI8/s1600-h/Ultimate+Wax+and+Polish+Applicator.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH_vxwsoPI/AAAAAAAAAdg/GA86_8AKzI8/s320/Ultimate+Wax+and+Polish+Applicator.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5229241838630379762" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/cofowaap.html">BLACKFIRE Gold Applicator Pad</a> literally glides over the surface applying a thin, uniform coating of glaze, wax or sealant without swirls or hazy patches. <br />This is our finest, round, wax/sealant applicator. <br />It's made from the same German-formula, gold, finishing foam used in our Concours, Gold Finishing Pads for machine finishing.<br />These dimples keep the wax or sealant on the surface of the pad. <br />This maximizes coverage allowing you to use less wax or sealant to cover a given area.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJibXyV6BLI/AAAAAAAAAdo/yajvVoKh4mg/s1600-h/Wax+Applicators.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJibXyV6BLI/AAAAAAAAAdo/yajvVoKh4mg/s320/Wax+Applicators.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5231101800143783090" /></a><br /><br />And lastly, we are also debuting our <a href="http://properautocare.com/gofipo.html">gold foam Finger Pockets</a>. The Pockets fit over three to four fingers, allowing you to get into some of the small spaces on your vehicle.<br />These are perfect for cleaning and polishing wheels with small spoke openings.<br />They're also great for cleaning and waxing those hard-to-reach areas of your vehicle.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH9LFozJDI/AAAAAAAAAdY/830mcqyEh3g/s1600-h/Gold+Finger+Pockets.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SJH9LFozJDI/AAAAAAAAAdY/830mcqyEh3g/s320/Gold+Finger+Pockets.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5229239009287545906" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Again, these new gold foam products are available <span style="font-style:italic;">exclusively<span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span> at ProperAutoCare.com<br />These items are in stock and ready for shipping.<br /><br /><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/07/new-gold-ccs-foam-pads-exclusively-at.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-46327523066710222302008-07-15T10:49:00.007-04:002008-07-15T11:21:42.556-04:00Our Sizzling Shine Contest WinnersWe'd like to than all of you one more time for your entry into our Sizzling Shine Contest.<br />For all of you who voted, thank you.<br /><br />The response to the contest was fantastic. The level of participation was unprecedented.<br /><br />For those of you may not have been aware of the winners, here's a recap.<br />If you'd like to see all the entrants, please visit this section of our site--<br /><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/votes.html">www.properautocare.com/votes.html</a><br /><br />Our 1st Place winner was Guy G from Redmond, Washington.<br />His 2008 Honda Club Racer had a shine that was fabulous!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7A-FBseI/AAAAAAAAAco/q2hcT2vdGto/s1600-h/Honda.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 298px; height: 373px;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7A-FBseI/AAAAAAAAAco/q2hcT2vdGto/s320/Honda.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5223255293181407714" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Our Second Place winner was YJ from Seoul, South Korea.<br />Another incredible shine on a black car.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7jBFJXNI/AAAAAAAAAcw/gFJCv2IyWXE/s1600-h/Korea.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 346px; height: 270px;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7jBFJXNI/AAAAAAAAAcw/gFJCv2IyWXE/s320/Korea.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5223255878102768850" border="0" /></a><br />Our Third Place winner was Mark I from Wallingford, CT. His late model Dodge Avenger looked showroom new!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHzAXScw3yI/AAAAAAAAAdA/GyA3evLDgZo/s1600-h/Avenger.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHzAXScw3yI/AAAAAAAAAdA/GyA3evLDgZo/s320/Avenger.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5223261174164938530" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Our Readers Choice winner was Angel D from Florida. His black Corvette was to die for.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7_1V38GI/AAAAAAAAAc4/_jGn-8zf9Do/s1600-h/Vette.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SHy7_1V38GI/AAAAAAAAAc4/_jGn-8zf9Do/s320/Vette.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5223256373167911010" border="0" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-79288210868688028782008-07-02T08:41:00.006-04:002008-07-03T09:53:57.170-04:00Voodoo Ride Car Care Products<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.properautocare.com/voodooride.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SGt67m0Pm_I/AAAAAAAAAcg/-u5qUj1eoTo/s320/Voodoo+Enthusiast.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5218399757689396210" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/voodooride.html"> Voodoo Ride</a> is a hardcore car care and lifestyle products company, co-founded in early 2007 by Dale Earnhardt Jr.<br /><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/">ProperAutoCare.com</a> is proud to be one of the few care care product suppliers in the USA who are authorized to sell this great new line of automotive detailing products.<br /></span><span style="font-family:Arial;"> Voodoo Ride products are designed to impress even the most discriminating auto enthusiast.<br />The product line includes car washes, polishes, and scratch removers, just to name a few.<br /><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/">ProperAutoCare.com</a> is excited about this new product line and we think you will be too.<br /></span><span style="font-family:Arial;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript"><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/07/voodoo-ride-car-care-products.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-89346974164842224672008-06-25T08:05:00.002-04:002008-06-25T08:08:57.663-04:00Inventory Clearance Sale<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.properautocare.com/shipin.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 402px; height: 101px;" src="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/emails/06-08/InventoryRedutionSale.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />We are getting ready for inventory and in an effort to reduce what we have to count, we are having an Inventory Reduction Sale from now thru June 30th, 2008.<br />Use coupon code JUNE08 on any order and receive 10% off.<br />This offer cannot be combined with any other coupon or promotional code.<br /><br /> But wait... there's more! If your order is over $75.00, you automatically get FREE UPS Ground Shipping for orders shipping to continental USA addresses only.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-28038386757421654542008-06-06T10:33:00.005-04:002008-06-09T16:50:40.589-04:00Father's Day Shipping Special<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://properautocare.com/shipin.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px;" src="http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/classic-motoring_2006_35901890" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Father's Day is Sunday, June 15th. <br /></span> <span style="font-family:arial;">Show Dad how great a guy he is with the gift of detailing accessories from Proper Auto Care.</span> <span style="font-family:arial;"><br />Now, through midnight June 15th, we are offering free UPS Ground Shipping to the Continental US on all orders $25.00 or higher.<br /> </span><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" >We make placing your order easy with no coupon codes to remember and no need to signup for anything.<br />Just place your order and you will see the free shipping in the shopping cart.<br />Locations outside the continental US will incur a minimal charge. International shipping instructions still apply.<br />Place your order today!</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-35637277595255040952008-05-28T09:13:00.002-04:002008-05-28T09:24:00.019-04:00Last Days to Vote in our Sizzling Shine Contest<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.properautocare.com/votes.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 332px; height: 117px;" src="http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/classic-motoring_2004_3244644" alt="" border="0" /></a>Our Sizzling Shine Contest is drawing to an end.<br /><br />This Saturday, May 31st, will be your last day to vote in the contest.<br /><br />We will be announcing the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, in addition to the Viewer's Choice winner in our June newsletter.<br /><br />The response and engagement by all of you in the contest has been incredible. We've received entries from the world over.<br />We are truly thankful for your participation.<br /><br /><br />Thanks!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-73042347626234213072008-05-14T12:53:00.005-04:002008-05-15T07:43:52.005-04:00A Mother's Day Present Detailing StoryI'm Michael, the web guy here at Proper Auto Care.<br />This past weekend, I gave my wife a full detailing on her 1993 Jeep Cherokee as a Mother's Day gift.<br /><br />This Jeep still has the original paint and we have tried to take the best care of this vehicle as possible.<br />But, this SUV is used constantly. It takes lots of road trips.<br />The paint, therefore, has suffered slightly. As you can see from the picture below, the paint on the roof was quite oxidized.<br />We had thought that we might have to get the top of the Jeep repainted.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SCsax4oHPCI/AAAAAAAAAcI/5CL7k8fm2V8/s1600-h/Top+before+washing+for+blog.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 367px; height: 253px;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SCsax4oHPCI/AAAAAAAAAcI/5CL7k8fm2V8/s320/Top+before+washing+for+blog.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5200279639045913634" border="0" /></a><br />This was what we thought until I decided to attack it with an assortment of <span style="font-weight: bold;">our</span> products.<br />The end result, was like giving the Jeep a face lift.<br />I literally took 5-8 years of of age off the paint.<br />Needless to say, my wife is a <span style="font-style: italic;">very</span> happy camper.<br /><br />Here's how I did it:<br /><br />Since any good detailing starts with a clean vehicle, I gave it a good wash with <a href="http://properautocare.com/meaush.html">Menzerna Auto Shampoo.</a><br />Menzerna Auto Shampoo gave me tons of suds.<br />I began with washing the tires and wheels first.<br />While you may prefer starting from the top and working down, this is just a personal thing with me.<br />I like to get the brake dust and such off the wheel first.<br />The Jeep has a basket-weave sort of wheel and I used our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/ezdetailbrush.html">E-Z Detail brush</a> to work around the spokes.<br />The brush was great in getting the tires clean also.<br /><br />Now, onto the bodywork.<br />I started from the top down.<br />Using our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/mrfumiwami.html">Microfiber Chenille Wash Mitt</a>, and our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/grguin.html">Grit Guard insert</a> in a 5 gal bucket, I had at it.<br />The Grit Guard worked like a charm.<br />When I was finished washing, there was no grit on the mitt..all of it was beneath the Guard.<br /><br />After giving the Jeep one last rinse, with the nozzle set on "Shower" to make the rinse nice and gentle,<br />I moved her into the garage to dry, polish, etc.<br /><br />Using our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/bigbldrto.html">Big Blue Towel III</a>, I dried a four door Jeep Cherokee in about 5 minutes...and with one towel!<br /><br />Starting with the worst paint first, the roof, I used our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/blscreclfipo.html">Blackfire Scratch Resistant Clear Finishing Polish</a> and<br />a <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/74uldema.html">Porter Cable 7424 polisher</a> with a <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/coprorpopa.html">Lake Country 6.5" CCS Orange pad</a>.<br />My speed on the machine was set at 3.5.<br />I worked small areas at a time.<br />The results were almost immediate.<br />The color started to come back out before my eyes.<br />For the roof I made the decision to use two "layers" of the SRC Polish.<br /><br />The hood was next. The hood's paint was in better shape than the roof, but had swirl marks.<br />The polish helped reduce those swirls almost immediately.<br />I worked the the sides and rear and moved on to the next step.<br /><br />Now, I finished with <a href="http://properautocare.com/blacallfinpa.html">Blackfire Wet Diamond All-Finish Paint Protection</a>.<br />This is a sealant. What I'm doing here is enhancing the gloss and the <span style="font-style: italic;">depth</span> of the gloss on the Jeep.<br />I used three coats of this product. I know....but hey, it's my wife's Jeep!<br />Nothing is too good for her.<br />I used a <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/hi612infopaa.html">Lake Country CCS 6.5" Red Finishing Pad</a>.<br />I also used a micro fiber buffing cloth the buff out any residue.<br /><br />The results were nothing short of stupendous.<br />Check out the picture below. See the reflection on the roof?<br />Check out that cloud in the hood.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SCsbH4oHPDI/AAAAAAAAAcQ/B9we4pIfEeQ/s1600-h/Front+in+driveway+for+blog.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 389px; height: 276px;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/SCsbH4oHPDI/AAAAAAAAAcQ/B9we4pIfEeQ/s320/Front+in+driveway+for+blog.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5200280017003035698" border="0" /></a><br />I dressed the wheels with <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/wheelwax.html">Wheel Wax</a> to protect them from brake dust and to make my next cleaning of them<br />much easier.<br />The tires were dressed with <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/bklolatigel.html">Blackfire Long-Lasting Tire Gel</a>. This gave them a nice matte finish. Not "liquid shoe polish" shiny.<br />Just a classy finish.<br /><br />For those of you thinking that your car's finish is just---finished, think again.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">We</span> have the technology...<span style="font-style: italic;">you</span> have the ability.<br />It <span style="font-style: italic;">can</span> be done!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-8307148955844682962008-04-25T13:52:00.003-04:002008-04-25T15:02:46.377-04:00$5.95 Flat Rate Shipping is Back!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FLatShipping2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px;" src="http://p.hostingprod.com/@properautocare.com/Banners/FLatShipping2.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><br />Now, through midnight April 27th, 2008, we have brought back $5.95 Flat Rate Shipping.<br />That's right, for less than 6 bucks, you can have your order shipped to you with in the continental USA. <br />Act now....remember....like Cinderella, you have until midnight!<br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/04/595-flat-rate-shipping-is-back.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-32027489526264751802008-04-16T09:22:00.004-04:002008-04-16T09:48:09.039-04:00Spring Cleaning Time for your Car!Well, the weather is finally easing up and spring is, at last here. Time to do a Spring cleaning on your vehicle. If you live in an area that uses salt on the roads in winter months, your car will need some special attention now that spring has arrived. Our <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/spclkit.html">Spring Clean-Up Kit</a> contains everything you need to remove caked-on salt residues, tiny rust spots and give your ride a bright, spring shine.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/classic-motoring_1993_4890604"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 249px; height: 158px;" src="http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/classic-motoring_1993_4890604" alt="ProperAutocare Spring Cleaning Kit" border="0" /></a>Here's the system we recommend to keep those tiny, winter rust spots from developing into a paint nightmare:<br /><br /> 1. Pre-clean with <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/p2totautwas.html">P21S Total Auto Wash</a> to remove salt residues.<br /> 2. Wash and dry the car.<br /> 3. Inspect for rust spots and test for paint contamination.<br /> 4. Use a clay bar and lubricant to remove rust spots and contamination.<br /> 5. Wipe on a polish to maximize surface gloss and liquidity.<br /> 6. Finish with a great wax for shine and protection.<br /><br /> Our Spring Clean-Up Kit allows you to do all of this with a minimum amount of effort and expense. Our kit includes:<br /><br />1. A 1000 ml. spray bottle of <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/p2totautwas.html">P21S Total Auto Wash</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/P21-130.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 86px; height: 182px;" src="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/P21-130.jpg" alt="P21S Total Auto Wash" border="0" /></a> We've found this to be an absolutely indispensable product for pre-cleaning to remove caked-on grime and salt residues.<br />Spray Total Auto Wash inside wheel wells and on rocker panels.<br />Lightly brush if you can or just allow to penetrate for 3 to 5 minutes and rinse off with a garden hose.<br />Total Auto Wash can also be used as an interior cleaner on carpet and rubber floor mats and vinyl door panels.<br /><br /><br />2. A <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/blpoiikit.html">BLACKFIRE PolyClay Kit</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/BFClayKitNew.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 187px; height: 169px;" src="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/BFClayKitNew.jpg" alt="Blackfire Polyclay II and Blackfire Polyclay Lubricant" border="0" /></a> <br /> After a harsh winter, we can almost guarantee that your car will have some tiny rust spots or a gritty finish.<br /><a href="http://www.properautocare.com/blpoiikit.html">Blackfire PolyClay and Clay Lubricant</a> allows you to quickly and easily remove paint contamination and winter rust spots before they can penetrate the clear coat.<br /><br /> After claying, your car's paint will be as smooth as glass and ready for polishing and waxing.<br /><br /><br />3. A <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/p221detkit.html">P21S Car Care Kit</a>.<br /><br /> This is one of our best values in a car care kit containing a great shampoo, P21S' famous pH-Balanced Wheel Cleaner, an excellent polish and a Pure Carnauba Paste Wax that is a breeze to apply and buff off.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/P21SKitNew.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 205px; height: 188px;" src="http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/classic-motoring/P21SKitNew.jpg" alt="P21S Car Care Kit" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Purchased separately, the items in this kit would cost over $106.00<br /><br /><br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/04/spring-cleaning-time-for-your-car.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-71008353791883090892008-04-08T10:39:00.002-04:002008-04-08T10:43:54.149-04:00Car Care Dogs!When we founded this company over 21 years ago, it was out of a personal quest to find the best car care products available. <br />We made an issue of personally testing and evaluating every product we could find. <br />When we found a product that really offered superior results, we decided to share our findings with fellow enthusiasts. <br />This was the birth of Proper Auto Care. <br /> <br /> Today, it's in vogue for websites to claim they evaluate the products they offer. <br />Frankly, that's mostly hype. Last month, one of our suppliers introduced a new car wash shampoo. <br />Within days, this shampoo was on many websites with glowing accolades describing the shampoo's outstanding performance. <br />When we received this company's press release introducing this new car wash, we ordered a bottle for evaluation. <br />It was evaluated by one of our staff and he reported his results in a Friday morning product roundtable. <br />I should disclose here that Jan and I can no longer test every product that comes in for evaluation. There's just too many of them. <br />We have a system in place where various staff members test new products and report their findings at a weekly meeting. <br /><br /> This shampoo was evaluated by Jack Kruer, our Vice President. Jack felt the product was a dud. <br />The suds evaporated in the bucket after washing the first wheel and he felt the shampoo's cleaning ability was wimpy at best.<br />When a product gets a bad grade, we always have someone else test the product just to double check the findings.<br />In this case, I agreed to use the shampoo. This product was from a well respected supplier, had fresh packaging and was being offered at an attractive price. <br />I did use the shampoo a few days later and confirmed Jack's initial opinion. <br />I'm sorry but this shampoo was a dog. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, at any price. <br />At our next product meeting, we agreed not to carry this shampoo. <br />In time, three weeks had gone by since we first received the press release announcing this new product. <br />This is one reason we don't immediately jump on the bandwagon and blindly offer every new product that comes to market.<br /><br /> In another example, last summer we received an impressive presentation portfolio for a new car care line out of California. <br />The line looked fantastic and we requested samples for evaluation. When the samples arrived we tested every product. <br />We were honestly disappointed. The formulas reminded us of 1980's car care technology. <br />These products worked but were, in our opinion, sadly behind current technology.<br />We elected not to offer this line but we do see it on more and more websites.<br /><br /> We've all been burned by purchasing products that don't live up their claims. <br />We do our best to honestly represent every product we offer. <br />We really appreciate that you trust our reviews and evaluations and we are not going to change our business plan and become a supermarket for every new product that comes along.<br /> We also recognize that we can't please everyone. <br />You may try a product we like and have a different opinion. <br />If that happens, please feel free to return the product, even if it's half empty, and we'll refund the full purchase price. <br /><br />Thanks for your continued trust!<br /><br /><br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/04/car-care-dogs.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-8556765689502433882008-04-04T16:44:00.002-04:002008-04-04T16:48:08.884-04:00Flex 3401 VRG Polishers are back in stock again!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-Et9I4LgRI/AAAAAAAAAb4/lvSRQ_6JRjU/s1600-h/Flex+XC3401VRG+Black.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-Et9I4LgRI/AAAAAAAAAb4/lvSRQ_6JRjU/s320/Flex+XC3401VRG+Black.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5179471574831169810" /></a><br /><br />Great news!<br />The Flex XC 3401 VRG polishers are now back in stock.<br />For all of you who placed an order early and waited for your delivery, THANK YOU!<br />We appreciate the patience you granted us while Flex caught up on the huge demand for the polisher. <br />We are now caught up on all back-orders and have available stock to fulfill your order for this fantastic polisher.<br />For those of you not familiar with this polisher, please visit the <a href="http://classic-motoring.stores.yahoo.net/flxcdupo.html">Flex XC 3401 VRG</a> page of our web site to educate yourself on the benefits of owning this "must have" polisher.<br /><br />We have received a sizeable delivery of these polishers, so please act <br />while supplies are good!<br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/04/flex-3401-vrg-polishers-are-back-in.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-2877203542419365682008-03-27T09:58:00.003-04:002008-03-27T10:04:47.032-04:00Flat Rate Shipping Offer Extended!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-F_WeL0twI/AAAAAAAAAcA/Oc4TtHuO_4E/s1600-h/FLatShipping2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-F_WeL0twI/AAAAAAAAAcA/Oc4TtHuO_4E/s320/FLatShipping2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5179561070489286402" /></a><br /><br />If you haven't taken advantage of our Flat Rate Shipping Offer, you now have a second chance!<br /><br />Our promotion has been so popular that we have extended our Flat Rate Shipping of $5.95 on any order place with us, shipped within the continental USA, until midnight March 31st. <br />Now minimum amount required!<br /><br />Come Tuesday, April 1st, it's gone....no Foolin'! <br />So, act now!<br /><br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/03/flat-rate-shipping-offer-extended.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-25516978481267941592008-03-19T17:01:00.002-04:002008-03-20T10:21:57.008-04:00Flat Rate Shipping Now!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-F_WeL0twI/AAAAAAAAAcA/Oc4TtHuO_4E/s1600-h/FLatShipping2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp0.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-F_WeL0twI/AAAAAAAAAcA/Oc4TtHuO_4E/s320/FLatShipping2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5179561070489286402" /></a><br /><br />This just in!<br /><br />We have Flat Rate Shipping of $5.95 on any order place with us, shipped within the continental USA until midnight March 26th.<br />Now minimum amount required!<br /><br />Act now!<br /><br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/03/flat-rate-shipping-now.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-11855168083547768632008-03-19T10:53:00.007-04:002008-03-27T16:56:20.258-04:00Flex XC 3401 VRG Polishers back in stock!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-Et9I4LgRI/AAAAAAAAAb4/lvSRQ_6JRjU/s1600-h/Flex+XC3401VRG+Black.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R-Et9I4LgRI/AAAAAAAAAb4/lvSRQ_6JRjU/s320/Flex+XC3401VRG+Black.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5179471574831169810" /></a><br /><br />Great news!<br />The Flex XC 3401 VRG polishers are now back in stock.<br />For all of you who placed an order early and waited for your delivery, THANK YOU!<br />We appreciate the patience you granted us while Flex caught up on the huge demand for the polisher. <br />We are now caught up on all back-orders and have available stock to fulfill your order for this fantastic polisher.<br />For those of you not familiar with this polisher, please visit the <a href="http://classic-motoring.stores.yahoo.net/flxcdupo.html">Flex XC 3401 VRG</a> page of our web site to educate yourself on the benefits of owning this "must have" polisher.<br /><br />UPDATE!!! Due to the enormous demand for this polisher, we must report that we sold-through the stock of polishers that just came in. However, we have a re-supply due in to our warehouse in just a few days. <br /><br /><script><br />digg_url = 'http://properautocare.blogspot.com/2008/03/flex-xc-3401-vrg-polishers-back-in.html';<br /></script><br /><script src="http://digg.com/api/diggthis.js"></script><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1813867209019833500.post-30158416383543184362008-03-17T09:04:00.004-04:002008-03-17T09:22:53.032-04:00The Sizzling Shine Contest continues.....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp1.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R95wno4LgOI/AAAAAAAAAbg/SIE_1OmwnTk/s1600-h/Shine+for+blog.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp1.blogger.com/_G75ncVaba90/R95wno4LgOI/AAAAAAAAAbg/SIE_1OmwnTk/s320/Shine+for+blog.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5178700447812911330" /></a><br /><br />Many thanks to everyone out there. The response to our Sizzling Shine Contest has been fantastic. The entries and the votes continue to pour in.<br />We encourage you, if you haven't done so, to enter your vehicle in our contest. Who knows, your baby may win our contest! Click on this link to the <a href="http://classic-motoring.stores.yahoo.net/sishphco.html">Contest Rules</a> page, if you wish to enter. If you wish to vote for your favorite, just follow this link to the <a href="http://www.properautocare.com/votes.html">Gallery Page</a> and vote for your favorite Sizzling Shine.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script expr:src='"http://feeds.feedburner.com/~s/ProperAutoDetailing?i=" + data:post.url' type="text/javascript" charset="utf-8"></script></div>The Detailing Guruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13524711316844371049noreply@blogger.com