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Limited Time- Pinnacle Souveran Buy One Get One Free

August 30, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Buy One, Get One Free! Get TWO 8 oz. jars of Pinnacle Souverän Wax for the price of one. Save $89.99.

Apply Pinnacle Souveran Wax on top of a paint sealant to increase the gloss.
Pinnacle Souveran Wax makes an incredible carnauba topper over Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection or any paint sealant. Photo and detail by Scott B. in Florida.

Pinnacle Souverän™ Carnauba Paste Wax sets the standard in auto surface enhancement. For decades, Souverän™ Wax has been trusted to protect and enhance some of the world’s most impressive show cars and collectibles. Today, Souverän™ still reigns as the ultimate show car wax.

Filed Under: PBMA News

Autogeek.net 20% off Labor day Sale

August 28, 2008 by Leave a Comment

20% Off Labor Day Sale!
20% Off* Labor Day Sale! Offer Expires Monday, Sept. 1st at midnight.
We’re taking it off for Labor Day! 20% off, that is.

Autogeek’s Labor Day Sale! Use code SAVE20 to save 20% on orders over $95. Go ahead and take a peak, but let’s keep this between us. This sale is only for newsletter and Rss subscribers and only for Labor Day Weekend. Just like summer, the sale ends Monday at midnight.

* Coupon valid on in stock items. Not applicable on previously placed orders, custom or special order items, extractors, car covers, polishers & polisher kits, vacuums, garage flooring, gift certificates, or complete wash systems. One coupon code per order.

20% Off Labor Day Sale

Filed Under: PBMA News

Covercraft WeatherShield HP Car Covers

August 25, 2008 by Leave a Comment

The next generation of the Weathershield High Performance fabric!

How can you make a fabric that’s been selected as an OE choice for luxury, high-performance and specialty vehicles and motorcycles better?The worldwide patented EPIC by Nextec® finish helps shed moisture and stops dust, dirt and tree sap from reaching your vehicles finish.  The fabric “breathes” to allow moisture, condensation and heat to easily escape from under the cover.  The encapsulation technology goes INSIDE the fabric, around the fibers, resulting in a silky smooth finish that glides over fine paint finishes.

 

 

Color permanency is the key to our new WeatherShield®HP – the color is extruded INSIDE the fibers for maximum fade resistance, NOT a surface dye coating.  The result is a cover that’s provides all-weather protection, machine washable, fade resistant AND environmentally friendly

FEATURES

  • Weatherproof and Waterproof – Fabric sheds water as soon as it hits the cover.
  • Superior Dry Time – Because the fabric sheds moisture it has an absorption factor of only 2%, compared with up to 40% for standard woven and non-woven fabrics. That means, if the cover has been sitting out in the rain you only need to shake it and the residue moisture will easily dry, in the trunk or on the car.
  • Breathable – Allows any heat or condensation under the cover to easily escape.
  • UV Resistant – Special additives prevent UV degradation and protect the vehicles finish and interior.
  • Dust-proof – Patented fiber encapsulation process prevents dust from filtering through the fabric.
  • Scratch-less – Polymers provide a silky smooth finish to the fabric and provide superior paint protection. Nextec fabric has been tested at 1,000 cycles on abrasion wheels without scratching (surface must be clean and waxed). The Weathershield HP is compact so you can store it almost anywhere.
  • Durable – The encapsulation process is not affected by heat or cold and the process won’t degrade over the life of the fabric.
  • Easy Care – Unlike non-woven fabrics you can clean most car-size Weathershield HP covers in your HOME washer and dryer.
  • Packs Small & Light – All this protection in a lightweight package that packs into 1/4 to 1/2 the volume of multi-layer, non-woven fabrics.
  • Double stitched overlapped seams
  • Neoprene elastic hems – the elastic in the front and rear hems helps hold the cover in place
  • Reinforced, non-scratch grommets – use a tie-down rope (supplied) or a vinyl coated cable and lock. (optional)

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    Filed Under: Car Covers

    Leatherique Rubber Black Dye

    August 20, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    Rubber Black Dye by Leatherique re-colors black rubber trim in minutes and keeps it black. Restore the dark, rich color to bumpers, moldings and hoses with this permanent black rubber dye. Leatherique Rubber Black Dye will turn rubber surfaces back to black and keep them black.

    Leatherique Rubber Black Dye is much more than a dressing. This is a permanent dye that re-colors black bumpers, trim, moldings, and hoses. Black rubber fades fast under daily sun exposure. Faded, gray trim makes your vehicle look old and neglected. Leatherique Rubber Black Dye undoes the damage in a matter of minutes and the results last indefinitely!


    Leatherique Rubber Black Dye is made by a company that has specialized in leather restoration since 1968, and now they’ve developed an effective and dependable solution to faded rubber. Leatherique Rubber Black Dye takes years off the appearance of your vehicle by restoring the original color to black exterior trim.

    In addition to color restoration, Leatherique Rubber Black Dye seals and protects the rubber from future UV sun damage. Treated rubber goes back to black instantly and stays black indefinitely!

    Leatherique Rubber Black Dye is easy to apply. Be sure to clean the rubber thoroughly to remove residues, dirt, and exhaust film. Use DP Cleanse-All Exterior Surface Cleaner to clean and degrease rubber trim and bumpers. Then use a foam applicator pad to apply Leatherique Rubber Black Dye to the rubber. Apply an even coat and allow the Leatherique Rubber Black Dye to dry for an hour. If any dye gets on the paint, simply wipe it off.

    In the time it takes to apply Leatherique Rubber Black Dye, your vehicle will be transformed! Dull, gray trim and bumpers will look like new. If you’re looking for an easy, permanent solution to faded exterior rubber trim, look no further than Leatherique Rubber Black Dye.

    Filed Under: New Products Spotlight

    Metro Vac N Blo Portable Vacuum

    August 18, 2008 by Leave a Comment
    You’ll Find 101 Uses for this Powerful Vacuum/Power Blower!
    Treat yourself to the ultimate detailing tool! The Metro Vac N’ Blo is a combination industrial vac and power blower in a convenient lightweight unit. The Vac’N’Blo, a compact 17″ long x 7″ diameter, 4.0 peak horsepower unit, comes with a 6′ flexible hose, 2- 20″ extension wands, crevice tool, inflator adapter, dust brush, Pik-All nozzle, a 4-piece micro cleaning tool kit, shoulder strap, 4 wheel dolly and blower nozzle. Now the Vac N Blo also comes with a swivel carpet and floor attachment!
    Use this mighty vac on your vehicle’s carpeting and upholstery; then add the crevice tool to get into all the crevices- door moldings, a/c vents, stereo and control panels.I have found another great use for this tool! After washing and rinsing, I use the powerful air blower to dry the outside of my vehicle. Then a quick wipe with my favorite Cobra Guzzler Detailing Towel leaves a flawless finish! This tool will make detailing your vehicle fast and fun.

    The Metro Vac N’ Blo includes 10 attachments to clean anywhere! The crevice tool and micro tool kit allow you to clean dust out of vents, seams, and cup holders. The dusting brush cleans off the dashboard in seconds.

    You will find an endless amount of uses around the home for the Metro Vac N’ Blo. Dust off computer components, stereo equipment, appliances with the blower. The blower will pump up inflatables in seconds, and whisk leaves and debris from walks, patios, gutters and driveways. Vacuum the carpets and upholstery in your vehicle, boat, RV, and home. You will find 101 ways to make your chores easier with this versatile, powerful tool.

     

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    Filed Under: Car Care Products

    Convertible Top Care Products

    August 16, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    Convertible top care made easy!A good convertible top cleaner and protectant will prolong the beauty and function of your convertible top. Whether it’s a fabric convertible top or vinyl top, it will benefit from regular maintenance. You’ll find that having a convertible is just as carefree and fun – even more so – when you have a clean, well-protected top. You can achieve proper top care in just a few easy steps.

     

    Vinyl Tops

    1. Regular cleaning of your vinyl top is as easy as washing your car. Use a gentle car shampoo, like Pinnacle Bodywork Shampoo, and we recommend the Green Long-Handle Tire & Wheel Brush with its feathered bristles to free the dirt from the textured vinyl of your convertible top. Wash the top just as you would the rest of the vehicle. Avoid shampoos that improve gloss. They are good for the paint, but unnecessary for the top.
    2. If your vinyl top is particularly dirty, you can use a cleaner to break up the grease and films that can plague your vinyl top. 303 Convertible Top Cleaner can be used on both vinyl and fabric, and it contains no soaps or detergents. RaggTopp makes an equally effective convertible top cleaner that not only cleans; it also inhibits the growth of mildew. Spray the top with water and then spray with a cleaner. Use a brush to gently scrub the vinyl. Rinse thoroughly.
    3. After you’ve cleaned the vinyl, use a vinyl protectant to preserve the color and texture of your convertible top. Skipping this step leads to the faded, cracked tops you see on the road from time to time. RaggTopp Vinyl Protectant comes highly recommended from the top manufacturers of vinyl products, like Haartz and Colgan Custom Bras. It has the best UV protection of any product on the market, and it repels dirt, grease, and oil. It doesn’t make your vinyl top glossy or greasy-looking. It will have the natural matte sheen of new vinyl.

    Your vinyl top will last longer if you protect it from the start. There’s not much you can do to reverse damage once it’s already been done. Proper vinyl care is as simple as weekly washes with a gentle shampoo, monthly cleanings with a vinyl top cleaner and monthly application of a vinyl top protectant.

    Fabric Tops

    Fabric top maintenance is essentially the same as vinyl top maintenance, except you want to select products formulated for fabric. Convertible top cleaners are usually suitable for either vinyl or fabric. Use a moderately stiff brush, like our Green Long-Handle Tire & Wheel Brush to loosen dirt from the fibers.

    It’s a marvel of modern science that fabric tops repel water as well as they do, but all good things must come to an end. Fabric tops are chemically treated during manufacturing to repel water and contamination, but these chemicals diminish as time passes. Exactly how long the factory repellant will last is dependent on usage and the environment, so it’s best to keep an eye on your top. Your regular washings should reveal a gradual reduction of water repellence. You’ll want to watch carefully for signs of water puddles or wet spots where water has clearly penetrated the fabric, its time to treat your top.

    We have found in our testing RaggTopp is one of the top products on the market. 303 High Tech Fabric Guard is also a quality product. Either will restore the repellence to factory specifications and keep your fabric top looking good. Be sure to apply protectant to a clean, dry top. Never saturate; light, even coats are always best. Reapply monthly to maintain an optimum level of water repellency.

    Clear Vinyl Windows 

    The windows on convertible tops often age faster than the rest of the top. Clear vinyl is notorious for yellowing, cracking, and scratching. There is a solution, though. Treat the windows with Diamondite Plasti-Care. This is a cleaner and protectant that prevents cracking and maintains clarity. Applying Plasti-Care from the day you buy your convertible is a great way to keep those convertible top windows clean and clear.

     

     

    If you already have damaged windows, Wolfgang Plastik Lens Glaze will remove contamination, lessen the yellowing and minimize or eliminate scratches. Seal the plastic with Wolfgang Plastik Surface Sealant for UV protection and long-lasting clarity.

    Filed Under: Convertible top care

    Taurus SHO Detail

    August 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    Did this car for a local forum member, and WOW it was terrible. I really didn’t think I would be able to do much with it, but it came out really nice.

    This was my first time using Meguiars 105 – it has a bit of a learning curve to it, but once I got that down, I almost felt like I was cheating. It broke down almost instantly, removed most defects in 1 quick pass, and finished up super nice, especially for such a strong compound. What also surprised me was how effective this compound was with the Flex, as it is designed for rotary + wool only.

    Process was as follows:

    -Wash with P21S
    -Clay with Wolfgang Elastic Poly Clay (went straight in the garbage afterwards!)
    -Poorboy’s Spray & Rinse on wheels and tires
    -Poorboy’s Bold ‘N Bright on tires

    -Meguiar’s M105 Compound – Flex XC3401 w/yellow 6.5″ LC cutting pads
    -Meguiar’s M80 Speed Glaze – Flex XC3401 w/green 6.5″ LC polishing/finishing pads
    -Duragloss 105 Total Performance Polish – Flex XC3401 w/blue 6.5″ LC finishing pad

    The car is a 1993, and the driver’s side was repainted at one point. Initially, the driver’s side looked better since it was newer and less oxidized/swirled, but after the job was done, the 16 year old paint on the passenger side looked better IMO.

    After using M105, I switched to a green pad on used M80 Speed Glaze. 1 pass of each was used, but I did 2 passes on the roof since it was pretty bad.

    Overall, I got 95% of the swirls out (a few remained on the roof), but I was very satisfied in how the car came out, as was the owner.

    Here is what the car looked like when I received it:

    After-

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    Filed Under: Car Care Products

    Wolfgang Complete Detailing Tool Bag Kit

    August 12, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    A total car care kit-in-a-bag for the detailing perfectionist.

    The Wolfgang Complete Detailing Tool Bag Kit includes premium Wolfgang paint care products and a handy Detailer’s Tool Bag to carry around your supplies. Take care of your vehicle wherever you are with this complete detailing kit. It’s made for detailers on the go, car show enthusiasts, and anyone who demands a perfect finish.

     

    Wolfgang Complete Detailing Tool Bag Kit

    Kit includes:
    Wolfgang Detailer’s Tool Bag
    16 oz. Wolfgang Auto Bathe
    16 oz. Wolfgang Clay Lubricant
    100 grams Wolfgang Elastic Poly Clay Bar
    16 oz. Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0
    16 oz. Wolfgang Paintwork Polish Enhancer
    16 oz. Wolfgang Instant Detail Spritz
    2 Cobra Microfiber Detailing Cloths
    2 Cobra Microfiber Applicator Pads
    2 Poly Foam Applicators
    Wolfgang Instructional DVD
    Wolfgang Handbook

    A $211.84 Value. Save $61.85!

    Filed Under: New Products Spotlight

    Glass Master Pro- Glass Cleaning Tool

    August 9, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    How many times have you heard someone say, “I don’t do windows”? Many people postpone glass cleaning until it’s absolutely necessary, like when it’s almost too dirty to see through. Why? It’s often because they can’t reach the entire surface and therefore can’t clean it effectively. But cleaning the glass on your vehicle is for more than visual appeal; it improves your visibility of the road.

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    Glass cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore. The Glass Master Pro allows you to clean near and far without uncomfortable stretching or straining. Clean the bottom edge of your windshield all the way across from the driver’s seat! The triangular head cleans corners easily and pivots to clean sloped surfaces. Clean under glass-top tables without crawling under the table. Clean the top of tall bathroom mirrors without a step ladder. You can even clean floor to ceiling windows by just adding a pole to the handle of the Glass Master Pro.

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    Filed Under: Car Care Products

    BOGO – Buy one get one free section

    August 8, 2008 by Leave a Comment

    I had to look this up on wikipedia a couple of weeks back .

    BOGO – an acronym in the retail industry that stands for Buy One Get One.

    All summer long, we’ve been giving away car care products with our Buy One, Get One specials. It has been such a hit, we’ve expanded our BOGO offerings so you can enjoy more of your favorite products – twice as much to be exact! Buy one of the following products and we’ll include a second one, free.

    Double your detailing dollar with BOGO specials at Autogeek!Here is a few of the items we have on the list for now- Click Here to View All

    DP Waterless Auto Wash Buy One, Get One Free!

    DP Waterless Auto Wash Buy One, Get One Free!

    Wolfgang Deep Gloss Spritz Sealant Buy One, Get One Free!

    Wolfgang Deep Gloss Spritz Sealant Buy One, Get One Free!

    Pinnacle Micro Rejuvenator Microfiber Detergent Concentrate 16 oz

    Pinnacle Micro Rejuvenator Microfiber Detergent Concentrate 16 oz

    Pinnacle Safe Scrub Bug & Tar Pads Buy One, Get One Free!

    Pinnacle Safe Scrub Bug & Tar Pads Buy One, Get One Free!

    DP Four-In-One Rinseless Wash & Shine Buy One, Get One Free!

    DP Four-In-One Rinseless Wash & Shine Buy One, Get One Free!

    Pinnacle XMT Polishing Pad Conditioner Buy One, Get One Free!

    Pinnacle XMT Polishing Pad Conditioner Buy One, Get One Free!

    Filed Under: Car Care Products
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