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Top-Selling PACE Compounds Now Available in Gallons

The PACE™ Paint Finishing Compounds have become one of Presta Products’ top-selling brands. Given the popularity of these products, they’re now offering the PACE Heavy Cut and Medium Cut Compounds in a one-gallon size. PACE compounds are designed to work with an orbital polisher and allow collision centers to cut up to P1500 sand scratches and finish without swirls. The compounds […]

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Who We’re Watching: Stephanie Devine

Automotive Gals / Autobody Source

How did you get started in the business?I was working at an envelope factory when I got a call from a friend who was detailing interiors at a dealership and needed a helper. I quit my job and did interiors for my first year and a half. Eventually I met the manager of a bodyshop

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The Presta Hybrid Technique: Get a Detail Shop Finish with Body Shop Speed

Detail Supplies / Autobody Source

Get the amazing finish of a detail shop with the speed of a body shop by using the Presta Hybrid Technique. The hybrid technique utilizes the PACE kit with both a rotary and orbital polishing tool. The cutting step matches the PACE Heavy Cut Compound with a black wool pad and the rotary tool to

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Cutting vs. Grinding: No short “cuts” for safe grinding

Buzz / Autobody Source

Scenario: You have just used your Norton cutting-off wheel to cut a bolt with your chop-saw and, as usual, the cutting-off operation has left a slight burr on the bolt that needs to be removed. Unfortunately, your bench grinder and portable angle grinder are located on the other side of the shop. Is it OK to use

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Presentando El Sistema Presta Shop Line

Detail Supplies / Autobody Source

334/5000 El compuesto de corte y el sistema de pulido para acabado Presta’s Shop Line están diseñados para elimina rayas de lija P1200 y mas fina y producir un acabado brillante sin remolinos. Este sistema es fácil de usar y aporta un valor increíble a cualquier tienda. Las fórmulas a base de agua aseguran una

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S.M. Arnold® Micro Buffing & Polishing Pad Kits

Detail Supplies / Autobody Source

A special selection of Micro Pads and accessories for the professional or do-it-yourselfer. Specially designed for buffing or polishing in small, hard-to-get-at places. Use for small touch-up spots. 5-Pc Micro Wheel/Spot Pad Kit (SKU: 85-994) Contains ONE Each of: 59-335 SPIN BRITE® SINGLE-PLY MICRO POLISHING PAD – Features loop backing for quick attachment to 3.00″

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What is Cutting Compound and When to Use It?

Detail Supplies / Autobody Source

A cutting compound is an abrasive material suspended in a soft paste, sort of a liquid sandpaper. Professional detailers use it for restoration and repair of car paint. Your car has 3 layers of paint, first is the primer coat, second is the color paint and last is the protective clear coat. All 3 coats

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Presta New Shop Line Buffing System

Detail Supplies / Autobody Source

Presta’s Shop Line cutting compound and finishing polish system is designed to cut up to P1200 sand scratches and produce a swirl-free, gloss finish. This system is easy to use and brings incredible value to any shop. The water-based formulas ensure an easy clean. Allowing them to get a glossy, swirl-free finish in just two

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Top-Selling PACE Compounds Now Available in Gallons

Who We’re Watching: Stephanie Devine

The Presta Hybrid Technique: Get a Detail Shop Finish with Body Shop Speed

Cutting vs. Grinding: No short “cuts” for safe grinding

Presentando El Sistema Presta Shop Line

S.M. Arnold® Micro Buffing & Polishing Pad Kits

What is Cutting Compound and When to Use It?

Presta New Shop Line Buffing System

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