Detailing Lessons

[WhiteRob]

This is just an idea.. I no longer have a Euro, or even a car. (Two SuV's ) but I just picked up an inexpensive polisher (good ol harbor freight) to wetsand and buff the headlights on wy wifes jeep. (turned out pretty good if I don't say so myself, though I am going to redo them as I hand wetsanded)

Anyways, it would be fun to put something together where one of the "experienced" detailers would teach others (like me) how to properly use a buffer, and could also give tips on other detailing tips. I detailed cars for a few years, but never got into the buffing (didn't trust myself)

I will be closing on a house in Champlin at the end of May, and would be happy to host it. (in a development and only a 2 car garage, with room for about 4 cars in the driveway, but plenty of safe street parking) I could set my DJ gear up for people to play with, get lots of beer, and grill out.

Or if somebody else has better ideas where we could hang out for an afternoon, and get buff (pun intended) I think it would help a lot of people getting hands on experience rather than trying to read the DIY's on here and other forums, and the experienced guys could be teachers.




(yes I know we have had carwash days etc in the past, but I think having this be more of just a training thing would be cool)

[Audiphile]

Id be down for this. Just having someone show you what to use, when, where and how is so much better then trial and error.

[WhiteRob]

Id be down for this. Just having someone show you what to use, when, where and how is so much better then trial and error.

That is exactly my intentions with this idea.. Paint is something I am afraid of wrecking, as it would cost more to fix if I really screw it up than a new engine etc

[JUSTION337]

I have been planning on picking up a HF buffer and practicing on my old car so I wouldn't be mad if anything got effed up. Reading how-to's helps, but it's always better to see something done first hand especially when it involves a lot of technique. I'd definitely be down for a detailing workshop if it happens.

[Jigs]

PM smartamar (I think that's his name) I'm sure he would be down to do a little teaching!

[b0bbybisc0]

I would be interested in learning a bit of this art as well. Thanks for offering to host if this event comes together.

[Stephen]

id be down for this. hope this happens!

[joey944]

I have put on detail seminars for some of my clients at the motorplex. I'd be glad to do one for eurowerkers. PM me and we can set something up. I have literature and 20 yrs experience professional auto detailing!!!

[cjtennis123]

This is a great idea! It'd be awesome to be able to do a little self detailing once and a while.

[WhiteRob]

Pm will be sent shortly, thanks for volunteering to help out. This could turn out to be a fun thing we could do monthly or something. Now I just need another VW, Audi or BMW

[joey944]

It would be my pleasure to help. I am in business because people care about their cars. I can share plenty of tips and techniques that will make what you already do much easier and produce a better result. This time of year, I just need a good advance notice so I can schedule an event. I can go anywhere to do this since I am a Mobile setup. This should be fun.

[tauntedmonster]

do it

[alpineE30]

I'm will to donate a specimen if needed. Some glue needs to be buffed out or something on my trunk. this is a great idea btw, nice little gtg

[Jigs]

Im down to come. I will also bring some nice WI refreshments!

[9jetta6]

this would be cool, car washes tend to give me scratches...