Kamis, 15 Agustus 2013

How to use and apply Turtlewax scratch and swirl remover

How to use and apply Turtlewax scratch and swirl remover?

I noticed that are people and some other detailing product carrier stated that they can't really work on scratch and swirl remover, and then they did with those rubbing compound or scratch remover. At the end it those product they used are actually more abrasive than the scratch and swirl remover.
What I need to enhance here is that the scratch and swirl remover by turtlewax is actually used for light scratches. let me put some information here.
No worry that I will follow up with the works i had done so everyone can know how far this item can go.
 -a smaller bottle.





this is the bigger bottle.



























let's see what been stated in turtlewax US website:
  • Safe for all finishes
  • Removes minor scratches quickly and easily
  • Removes swirl marks quickly and easily
  • Leave a high gloss, showroom shine
  • Easy to use
How to use?
Wash and dry car. Ensure vehicle surface is cool to the touch. Do not use in direct sunlight. Shake product well. Pour Turtle Wax® Scratch and Swirl Remover onto a damp cloth or foam applicator and apply to problem area. Rub problem area with firm pressure until blemish disappears. Buff lightly with a microfiber or clean cotton cloth. Reapply if necessary.


What about the Amazon customer review?

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing stuff November 1, 2012
By Mike Bullock
Amazon Verified Purchase
I use this on a Toyota PU after I scratch it up on narrow,brushy roads. The scratches looked bad, but this stuff magically makes them mostly invisible. Not much effort required, either. I've used it several times, and can't say whether it's removing/damaging the paint, but no sign of that yet. It really looks almost like new without much elbow grease involved. If the primer/metal are showing, it's no help.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars works great with rotary buffer on swirl marks November 28, 2011
By moparcar
I was buffing out a dark maroon car and I just could not get all the swirl marks out no matter what I used. Even 3m's ultra fine 3000 was not working and that's about $70 a bottle with the special pad. I happened to be at the auto parts store and saw this and figured can't go wrong for less than $5. But here's the deal, by hand this is a week polish and did not seem to be working well, but when applied by rotary buffer and a 3m 05725 black pad, and polished the results were great. I could not believe it. A couple of passes with the buffer( do not buff dry) then wipe the haze, and you have a great finish. Like I said this is a weak polish it will not take out deep scratches( at least with the 3m black pad. may work better with a wool or foam compound pad)but for swirl marks it gets 5 stars

and etc...

How about the other review?
http://www.detailxperts.net/blog/2011/10/02/do-car-scratch-removers-really-work/
let's see what it tells?
from the review:
  1. Turtle Wax – Scratch & Swirl Remover

    Reviews about Turtle Wax, say that it is very easy to apply but is so hard to remove. It is not advisable to use this product on large areas to remove scratches. Although it has been receiving grave reviews, and even mention as one of the Top 4 Auto Detailing products posted in National News Today. Turtle wax Ice seems to be the newest detailing product on the market today. Turtle wax Ice works best on surfaces like plastic and rubber. One disadvantage of the brand is detail technicians cannot clean it up well and its effects do not last longer than a week.
    Turtle wax is a brand known around the country. It works great with small scratches on smaller surface areas. It will work best on surfaces like plastic and rubber too. So when planning to use this product for large scratches on larger surface areas, think about the overwhelming clean up you might need to deal with along the way.

With all the products listed above its now time to answer our initial question on, “Do car scratch removers really work?”

What it boils down to is they all can remove very light scratches and imperfections, such as swirl marks, hazing, or oxidation. You must be careful not to make the condition worse. Which brand to use will depend on a few things: your preference, and the size of the surface area which needs treatment. Most of the scratch removing products on the market today can only remove small scratches. As for deep scratches, Quixx Repair System – High Performance Scratch Remover is the only one that can remove deep scratches. But I would like again to stress that it will still depend on the depth of the scratch. If it is too deep to run your nails into it, a professional detailing services will always be the wiser choice.
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is this real enough? I curious this what so called the expert said. See my works then.
Real action tell more than what words can say.

 Let's see what is the real scratch I'm trying to tell. Please be noted that I took the picture in different day, so it was at the different place.

 different view to capture the picture of scratches.
 This was took early at the morning. The day i got time to fix it.
 nearer but blur..
 cheap handphone camera can't really capture well...



Very difficult to see ah....

 also diff to view it....need to see carefully.
 ok let's prepare the tool I need here.
A converted driller to polisher. If you have a rotary polisher is more than enough for you. polisher for sale available here.
 using the special designated pad , for sale available here. Make your work even easier.
I pour some content onto the pad.
 here is it look like.
 so simply rub around to spread the content on the area... actually just need a little...i pour too much..so i rub wider. But in actual situation you do not need to. Just I pour too much of content.

this is the closer look.


start to do the work. for me I make afew pass....left to right then right to left again. repeated same action on the area.













 after a few passed..
 then you can rub with microfiber towel.

here you go! removed!

 ok in order for me to take more picture, i repeat the step again and watch here.

spread the content
 with finger probably....

buff and remove with towel. here its removed la!
the scratches!










 more pictures!
 here! don't see wrongly. the reflection of my awning.
 So...then?







here is the helper !













Proved! light scratches removed!light and minor. So that's why I curious about some review with unable to remove light scratches. probably some user might dealing with heavy scratch?
if to remove scratches that is not scratch & swirl remover can do will probably need a more abrasive, then go for rubbing compound, see some captured from youtube from other consumer HERE.
if go for minor scratch that i shown above, this scratch and swirl remover is more than enough to do the job.
But don;t forget!

you need a tool for help to accomplish the task.
let's say with a polisher, read Here.
but if you need to know how i convert my driller to polisher , read HERE.
And if to make this task to be completed even easier! Get the powerful pad i used! Read HERE!



So, who say the scratch remover won't work? Read my post then. I hope you enjoy!



Rabu, 14 Agustus 2013

How to use Turtlewax bug tar remover?

A simple steps and screen shot on how to use the bug tar remover.
From the product of turtlewax. This is my car, as usual, i will demo and take down the picture.
My phone is a cheap phone, so sorry if the picture is not that clear.
Remember for a bug tar remover, whichever brand make no much different. No matter is Merguairs turtlewax, F1 or etc~~ only consumer preferences.
Here we go with turtlewax!
Assume you will need to wash your car first...


see how dirty is from the mud ...
here more after some rain and drive over the mud..
here we come with the bug tar remover. this is to make our life easier to remove dirt instead of putting more forces to clean mud.
By the way if you got water pressure to help you will definitely make you easier.
See. this is a SAFE for Clear coat . And it won't strip wax. Haha! see any brand else says this?
let say if we had cleaned it.
water is still there after rinsed.
the bottom part is still with some kind of "difficult to remove dirt"~very difficult!

ok.choose the "X" mode to OK. mean the X mode is to close the spray bottle.

here you go. it looks like snow, don't you think so?

nearer.
some form the back.
take a few minutes, then remove with a simple damp cloth will do. ta dang~~~! removed!
let it stay for afew minutes.
removed! ta dang~!

let's say there are some stubborn dirty there. repeat applying the bug tar remover.
clean with damp cloth always~
and its good to go now!

Jumat, 09 Agustus 2013

Making Progress on Our '71 El Camino

Full Roller Small Block Chevy Engine

We've been making progress on one of our project vehicles, a 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS. The new engine and new transmission were installed this week. Mastermind Enterprises, your family owned auto repair shop in Denver, built a new high performance 700R4 transmission with a high stall converter and a full roller small block Chevy engine with lots of goodies.


The engine being installed
Almost there!
The engine sitting on its own!

Next up is the hydro boost power brakes with new style master cylinder, serpentine belt drive with all new style accessories, including polished under drive pulleys, aluminum radiator with custom fan shroud and dual electric fans. We will top it all off with electronic fuel injection. More updates to come soon! Stay tuned!

Kamis, 08 Agustus 2013

Oil Change Coupon Denver

It is important to be aware of general oil change information from your car's manufacturer to properly maintain your vehicle. Most vehicle manufacturers recommend that you have the oil in your vehicle changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

The Mastermind Oil Change Special includes up to 5 quarts of oil, oil filter, top off all fluids and a 25 point vehicle safety inspection. This offer is valid for most vehicles through September 30th, 2013.


If you are already a Mastermind Enterprises customer, THANK YOU! If you haven't tried us yet, we would LOVE to have your auto repair business in Denver. We offer FREE 1 hour diagnosis with repairs in our shop, FREE Repair Estimates, an A+ Denver Better Business Bureau Rating, a minimum 12 month/12,000 mile warranty on auto repairs, friendliness, and much more. We are a local Colorado family owned auto repair shop, too. We look forward to serving you soon!

Rabu, 07 Agustus 2013

FREE Towing to Mastermind Enterprises Auto Repair Shop

We realize how hectic and expensive life can be during this time of year, so Mastermind Enterprises wants to help you out! 

For the months of August and September, we are giving our customers a
FREE TOW to Mastermind Enterprises Auto Repair Shop in Denver (up to 20 miles). Over 20 miles, your tow is just $10. Over 30 miles your tow is just $25 (up to 40 miles). 

If you are having problems with your vehicle, 
or think you may having problems with your vehicle,
We will send a tow truck out to pick up your vehicle and bring it to our shop. When your vehicle arrives at our shop, we will promptly diagnose the problem, let you know what is wrong, and give you a free estimate for repairs needed.

If the approved repairs are over $250, 
we will give you FREE DIAGNOSIS, too! 

If you don't need a tow, check out more 
including 10% Off Maintenance and
 a $29.99 Oil Change with FREE 25 Point Inspection.


Selasa, 06 Agustus 2013

Honest-1 featured in Tire Business

Honest-1 Auto Care was featured yesterday in Tire Business discussing the growth of its franchisee base by 50 percent in 2013. Getting prepared for nearly 13 openings before year end, Honest-1 has proven itself to be a critical player in the after-market automotive care industry. Providing a much needed service, sales are up in the first two quarters nearly 35 percent! The franchise system is providing a clean environment, family-friendly services and honest mechanics and technicians to help educate customers on their cars needs.

Read the full article here.

PUBLISHED ON AUGUST 5, 2013
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—Honest-1 Auto Care L.L.C. will grow its franchisee base by 50 percent in 2013.

That tally takes into account locations that the franchisor opened earlier this year in Tacoma, Wash., and Portland, Ore., along with another 13 expected to open before year-end.

It's been four years since Honest-1 completed the rebranding of its now eco-friendly-focused business model, and Chip Baranowski, Honest-1's vice president of franchise development, said he couldn't be more pleased with the program's rate of expansion.

“We opened eight stores last year, and we've had two open this year and now we have a whole tsunami hitting here soon,” said Mr. Baranowski, who co-owns the program along with Jack Keilt and Rissy Sutherland. “We're finishing up financing and construction, and we're going to see a deluge in openings the rest of this year. It's pretty exciting.”

Scheduled to open this year are outlets in Atlanta; Columbus, Ohio; Dallas; Houston; Philadelphia; Portland, Ore.; Minneapolis (three stores); San Antonio; San Diego; and northern Virginia (two stores). The new openings would boost the Scottsdale-based franchisor's store count to 45. 


To continue reading article, click here.