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Autogeek has been your store for everything on wheels, but now you have a place to go for everything that floats, too. Premiumboatcare.com is the newest store in the PBMA family. It is a huge super store of boat and RV detailing supplies backed by the same outstanding customer service and massive selection as Autogeek.net.

Why boats and RVs? They are both typically made of fiberglass with a gel coat. Gel coats are similar to a clear coat in function
but their composition is quite different. Gel-coat is a term used to describe the pigmented or colored outer surface of a fiberglass boat.  Fiberglass is a combination of polyester resin with glass woven fabric to create flexibility with strength.

Although gel coat finishes are very hard and durable, when exposed to oxygen in the air and in water, a chemical breakdown process occurs what we call oxidation.

Oxidation is basically the gel-coat material deteriorating and this shows up to us visually as a dull, rough and chalky looking finish.

If oxidation is left uncorrected, it will accelerate. The rough, deteriorated surface will retain water inside its top layer more than a smooth, hard, shiny, protected surface. So it’s best to put your boat and RV on a regular maintenance program that includes:

• Washing
• Compounding (if needed)
• Polishing
• Sealing with a high quality wax or sealant

That’s where Premiumboatcare.com comes in. You can find everything you need to maintain your boat and RV in one place. The store
includes many boat and RV-specific products plus surface care products that cover all the bases, from cars to boats and RVs.

Mike Phillips will walk you through the essential steps of boat and RV care in our how-to videos. The how-to library is still growing so stay tuned!

If you have a boat or an RV, you can now give it the same high quality care you give your car. You’ll find all the products, tools, and
accessories your boat or RV needs at Premiumboatcare.com.

The answer is absolutely! You can use the Meguiars DA Microfiber System on gel coat and get great results.

Meguiars DA Microfiber Correction System is a two-step process designed to correct auto paint (and gel coat) without leaving any swirls- guaranteed! Meguiars DA Microfiber Correction System consists of microfiber pads, DA Microfiber Correction Compound, and DA Microfiber Finishing Wax.

This system is formulated to work with minimal dusting and no slinging. Cleanup is easy. When you’re polishing the vertical surfaces of a boat, you’ll appreciate how clean this process really is!

On a boat, Meguiars DA Microfiber Correction System delivers comparable results to what you achieve on cars. It works well on light to moderate gel coat oxidation. On boats with heavy oxidation, use a more aggressive compound first, such as Meguiars Mirror Glaze #95 Speed-Cut Compound. After using the compound, use Meguiars DA Microfiber Correction System to refine the gel coat and then seal it.

Depending on the size of the boat and the amount of oxidation, you may need multiple pads. Meguiars DA Microfiber Pads resist loading up so you can work them longer before switching pads, if you need to switch pads at all. To be on the safe side, have extra pads on hand. Toss used pads into a bucket of water and Detailer’s Pro Series Pad Rejuvenator.

Meguiars DA Microfiber Correction System works well with the Meguiars G110v2 Polisher.

For the best results, always keep a coat of wax on your boat to prevent oxidation and maintain a clean, shiny boat.

We’re getting in the time machine today! Anyone who came to our first Detail Fest may remember our small 2,000 sq. ft. space in an office complex. In looking through these pictures, I found a fun fact. The first Detail Fest was in December of 2005. There wasn’t one in 2006 because Max decided it should be held in Spring. The next one was in Spring of 2007 and they have been ever since.

You can see the Autogeek sign over the door. We also had the space to the right, but that was it!

These next photos are different views of the same office. Believe it or not, shortly after this photo was taken, a second desk was added to this room!

This was the warehouse – only about 1000 sq. ft., and we made use of every inch.

For comparison, this is our current warehouse….

Here is the back of our 2005 home. The first two garage doors were ours.

This is Autogeek’s current home.

Autogeek.net has grown a lot in the last six years. Many of our customers have been with us every step of the way (and we have the pictures to prove it!). We as a company are very fortunate to have customers who appreciate what we do and who tell us how we can do it better. It’s that relationship that helps Autogeek continue to improve and grow. Thank you!

White wax stains on plastic trim come from solvents in the wax. These solvents are not meant for cleaning the paint. They are actually just there as a carrier for the protective ingredients in the wax. Once the wax is applied to your car, the solvent evaporates, leaving the wax on the paint. The problem is, the solvents stain plastic trim.

The best defense against wax stains is to prevent them in the first place! You can tape off plastic trim if you’re applying your wax with a buffer. You can just be very careful when applying wax by hand. Accidents still happen so your other option is to choose a wax that will not stain trim. Many WOWO (wipe on, wipe off) waxes will not stain trim and you can identify them by the fact that they also do not dry to a white haze. Examples are Pinnacle Souverän, Pinnacle Signature Series II, Detailer’s Pro Series Max Wax, Wolfgang Füzion, Poorboy’s Natty’s Paste Wax, and P21S Concours Carnauba Wax.

If your wax of choice is an apply-and-dry wax, you can still remove wax stains from trim by acting quickly. You can use a dedicated wax remover, like Griot’s Garage Dried On Wax Remover or you can opt for Detailer’s Pro Series Cleanse-All Exterior Cleaner. It will remove everything from the trim, including any dressings, so you’ll want to reapply protection after cleaning the trim.

This weekend in Stuart, Florida, Autogeek.net held its 6th Annual Detail Fest & Car Show. The event raised money for both the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Operation Comfort’s Automotivation program.

All the vendors attending Detail Fest made contributions to the organizations. Blown Away Hair Salon gave haircuts at Detail Fest for $10, and all proceeds went to the charities as well. Additional donations were taken and raffle tickets were sold for a motorized scooter to support Operation Comfort and LLS.

Max, Autogeek’s founder and CEO, made a request for an additional $200 from the audience during the awards ceremony on Sunday and offered to match the full amount. Steven Spengler, VP of Sales at Aztec; Steve of Poorboy’s World; and Rick S., the winner of the Aztec hot water extractor raffle, all stepped forward to exceed Max’s request. The total amount raised for Operation Comfort and LLS at Detail Fest was $2500 and Max matched that with his own check for $2500, bringing the total to $5000. The money was divided equally between Operation Comfort and LLS.

On behalf of everyone at Autogeek.net, Operation Comfort, and LLS, we thank our generous donors for all your support.

We would like to thank Ken Coe, Dick Hall and Jeannie Ferrara with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Operation Comfort volunteers Robert Rodriquez, Army Specialist Alicia Shackelford, and Jacob Staples from Layin’ Color in San Antonio, TX.

The Automotivation program teaches detailing and car restoration skills to veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars both as job training and as rehabilitation to wounded soldiers. Visit Autogeek’s Operation Comfort page or Operationcomfort.org for more information.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society raises money to support the fight against blood cancers and works to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Visit LLS.org for more information.

The official Autogeek.net race car will be at Detail Fest this weekend, March 26-27, at Autogeek headquarters in Stuart, Florida. We’re looking forward to seeing Bruno Massel, co-host of TRUCK U on SPEED TV and the head of Bruno Massel Racing. Maybe if we buy dinner, we’ll get to take a few laps in the car!

Bruno started the year off on the right foot by dominating the Pro Import division from start to finish by scoring the win from the pole position. He won with a 4.524 second run at 157.19 at the Palm Beach Shakedown, which was held at the newly renovated Palm Beach International Raceway.

Car Specs:
Body: 2009 Carbon fiber Chevrolet Cobalt
Chassis: Jerry Bickel Pro Stock Chassis modified by Bruno’s Automotive
Engine: Chevrolet ECOtec 2.2L DOHC 4-cylinder built by GM Powertrain in Wixom, MI
Engine block: Production Chevrolet ECOtec aluminum block
Cylinder head: Production cast aluminum ECOtec “SAAB” cylinder head
Power Adder: 76mm Precision Turbo billet turbocharger and intercooler
Fuel management: BigStuff3 ECU system
Fuel system: Aeromotive mechanical pump feeding Alcohol to 3-160lb. injectors per/cylinder
Transmission: Bruno’s BRT Converter drive & Liberty 4-speed clutchless transmission
Shocks: Penske electric nitrogen
Tires: Goodyear
Horsepower: 1400+ @ maximum boost
Weight: Minimum weight 2230lbs.
Performance: 6.86 @ 200 mph in the 1/4mile

Who says car care products can’t be natural? Carnauba wax has been proving for decades that sometimes the best product for your car starts with Mother Nature.

Eco Touch Conscious Car Care is a collection of detailing products made of plant-derived ingredients. Each cleaner contains natural surfactants to clean without hazardous chemicals. Essential fruit oils and, yes, carnauba wax round out the earth-friendly ingredients used to make these products.

But you’ll never know the difference. Try Eco Touch products and you’ll see that you can have a clean, well-kept vehicle without all the petroleum distillates and such. Eco Touch products do a great job; it just so happens that they are environmentally conscious.

All Eco Touch products are safe on your vehicle and safer for you to use. No harsh fumes or skin-irritating chemicals. Isn’t that refreshing?

Learn more about Eco Touch at Autogeek.net.

Detailer’s Pro Series is the next generation of professional detailing products.

DP, short for Detailer’s Pride, has a new name and a new look. Detailer’s Pro Series was unveiled today at Autogeek.net. With all new labels and updated formulas, Detailer’s Pro Series continues to represent the excellent value and performance that are the hallmarks of this complete line of car care products.

Detailer’s Pro Series is truly designed for the professional detailer in mind. All Detailer’s Pro Series products are designed for speed, effectiveness, and value. Several multi-surface products save users time while delivering outstanding results. Large 32 oz. and gallon bottles encourage bulk savings. Whether you are a professional detailer or a do-it-yourself hobbyist, you’ll find that Detailer’s Pro Series makes your detailing budget go further while still giving you results you can be proud of.

New to Detailer’s Pro Series

Detailer’s Pro Series includes all the same products you’ve enjoyed as DP with updated formulas. To complement our complete detailing collection, we introduce Detailer’s Pro Series Dual Action Odor Eliminator. This innovative air freshener and odor remover eliminates odors two ways: as a quick burst air freshener or as a complete release fogger. A proprietary counteractant agent in the formula breaks down odor at its source to permanently eliminate foul smells.

Detailer’s Pro Series Dual Action Odor Eliminator is available in:
French Vanilla
Just Detailed
Cool Mint Chocolate
Tropical Breeze
Cinnamon Stick
New Leather is coming soon.

Learn more about Detailer’s Pride at Autogeek.net.