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Old 26th June 2008, 11:50   #136
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I got it done 3 weeks back. There is no guarantee for 3M car polish. I go for 3M polish every 6 months. I doubt whether it is worth the amount, next time I have decided to try a normal polish job.
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Old 26th June 2008, 11:53   #137
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I got it done 3 weeks back. There is no guarantee for 3M car polish. I go for 3M polish every 6 months. I doubt whether it is worth the amount, next time I have decided to try a normal polish job.
That's where I am confused, Is Polishing and Coating same?
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Old 26th June 2008, 12:05   #138
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I have not heard about glass coating. But teflon coating and polishing are different.

My understanding: Teflon coating just gives an additional transparent coating/ glaze to the car. Usually done when the car is new. Not recommended in Team-BHP as any minor scratch will be on the teflon coating and not on the car paint.

The main difference between polishing and waxing is that polishing removes minor imperfections on the paint. Waxing is a final finish job where as polishing removes a minor coat of paint and give car a new look.
Reference :The difference between car polish and wax.
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Old 26th June 2008, 12:14   #139
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Ya Zen i was reading this forum and when i enquired i was shocked .Someone had written that dupont charges 2000 for the same and i am trying to find out if its available in chennai.Put a query about it in the forum no replies yet hoping to get one soon.
Please do let me know in case you stumble upon some useful information on this. Its time I gave my car its due !
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Old 26th June 2008, 14:28   #140
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Please do let me know in case you stumble upon some useful information on this. Its time I gave my car its due !
surething i am on the hunt for the info as and when i get any valuable inputs i shall post the same here

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Thanks a lot for the pointers on the orbital polisher. Would check it out.
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Old 27th July 2008, 22:05   #142
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Professional Detailing Services

We as Indians are getting new and expensive cars being launched now and then.

My question is, do professional detailing and valeting services exist in india

1. to maintain that new look of the car.
2. to maintain that expensive leather interior.
3. to protect the paint work.

is it worth opening up such a professional detailing service centre is these dont exist in india?

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Old 29th August 2008, 14:35   #143
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Its time to give the car a new shine. I have been trying to contact Mohan from Accord Auto. But he is not picking up. Has the number changed?
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Old 20th September 2008, 13:55   #144
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Anyone know of a professional car detailing service in PUNE?
I want to get my car done, but want the brand new showroom feel.
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Old 20th September 2008, 14:08   #145
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Anyone know of a professional car detailing service in PUNE?
I want to get my car done, but want the brand new showroom feel.

You could try a guy called Kaviraj , I used to use him a for my cars when I was in Pune , his mobile no is 9822081669. Does a fairly good job ..

Although I have not tried them , you could also try bike and car saloon ( 9870222663) , they come to your house and do all the work , expensive though .. let us know how it works out ..
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Thanks rchimni
Do they use professional cleaning equipment?
I want to get my Mercedes cleaned like it was just leaving the showroom. Are the guys you mentioned professional like that?
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Old 20th September 2008, 19:47   #147
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Do they use professional cleaning equipment?
I want to get my Mercedes cleaned like it was just leaving the showroom.
If you want something top-grade, try the carandbikesalon. They have a base in Pune but are very expensive.
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Old 22nd September 2008, 13:02   #148
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Upholsery / Interiors cleaning for my car: Mumbai / near Dadar area

Hi friends,

I need to know good places for Upholsery / Interiors cleaning for my car.

They should be near Dadar area or be ready to come down to clean it at my place.

Request recommendations!

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If you want something top-grade, try the carandbikesalon. They have a base in Pune but are very expensive.
Just checked their website, prices range from Rs3500 to Rs15000.
Question is are they worth it?
Who is next best in Pune and how much do they charge?
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Its time to give the car a new shine. I have been trying to contact Mohan from Accord Auto. But he is not picking up. Has the number changed?
You can try using Amway shampoo + Silicon glaze to give a showroom shine. I mainly use for my SX4 as most of the time parked outside and during rains water done not accumulate. Just it drips off so no water mark etc. Silicon glaze is a good product. Shine last for 6 to 7 weeks easily

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