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      07-16-2006, 03:41 PM   #1
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DC Metro Zaino Service

Sorry guys, I don't detail anymore!

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      07-17-2006, 02:13 PM   #2
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David, I'd like to get it done. But I need to get my dent and scratch fixed and repainted. It will probably not be untill a few more weeks though.
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David, I'd like to get it done. But I need to get my dent and scratch fixed and repainted. It will probably not be untill a few more weeks though.
No problem, I'll be doing this for the next year or so when I can. During August 8-20, I can do some cars during weekdays/overnight, if some of you guys prefer that. I just changed the bulbs and found this flood light in my garage. It's so bright lol
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Shim, when business gets heavy you can always hire variable labor from the 7-eleven temp agency
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Shim, when business gets heavy you can always hire variable labor from the 7-eleven temp agency
DC Metro Illegals are expensive.
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DC Metro Illegals are expensive.
You're kidding, they are?

Ok since school's out, maybe AJ can hook you up with free child labor He can call it a "class science project"
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      07-17-2006, 04:42 PM   #7
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You're kidding, they are?

Ok since school's out, maybe AJ can hook you up with free child labor He can call it a "class science project"
A real life demonstration of how hydrocarbons present in a synthetic polymer can be applied to an surface to repel water, and act as a shield against the elements.
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DC Metro Illegals are expensive.
No they're not! You can find a nice "Mexican-American" in Silver Spring to come and paint your house, put up siding, mow your lawn , or anything you want for about $50-200 a day. Not bad for a fully painted house! Or a professionally manicured lawn!
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No they're not! You can find a nice "Mexican-American" for about $50-200 a day.
That's still $50-200 out of Shim's take for the day
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I resent all this hispanic cracks...my wife of 5 years happen to be hispanic (cuban-american). Kindly refrain from making any more derogatory references....








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      07-17-2006, 04:50 PM   #11
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Besides, I can't really trust anyone else to touch a car, especially a customer's car without proper training, etc. I need a protege lol
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      07-18-2006, 06:29 PM   #12
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Shim is Al confirmed for Sat Jul 22nd slot, I know he mentioned it elsewhere that he's waiting for his e46 or something rather. Also, anyway you can fit me in for a SUN Jul 23 slot?
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      07-18-2006, 06:35 PM   #13
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Donny, in fairness to Shim it would be best to take my slot since my car wont make it here until after this wkend.


EDIT: typo "my"
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      07-18-2006, 06:37 PM   #14
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Donny, in fairness to Shim it would be best to take me slot since my car wont make it here until after this wkend.
I heard your new baby can only make it next week...are you giving some zaino love for your e90?
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Alright, if its 100% alright with you, I'll talk to Shim about fititng me in on Sat...actually prefer Sun...planning a day out on Sat.
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lol, I replied to your PM, Donny. Are you coming here or am I going there?
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PM sent Shim...I'll drop it off at your place, it's cool. Take as much time as you need. Not sure if I need 3 coats or 6 coats or 9 coats. Definitely want the tire/wheel treatment and the claybar. And the complimentary birthday debadge job (I know its easy, but I'll leave it to the pro)
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Regarding the simpler format:

The guys already signed up, I won't change the price for. Everyone else...

Thanks again picus, I'll shoot some more questions later.

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The guys already signed up, I won't change the price for. Everyone else...
Was about to say ....

Picus, as Shim's business manager I would like to thank you for your valuable insights and suggestions
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Hey guys, sorry for the OT. I removed and put in a PM.

Shim; I didn't mean to raise the prices on these guys haha, I meant in the future
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So, I woke up today at 6ish, got prepped and started detailing the Boxster at 7:30AM...took longer than I thought; I finished 20 minutes ago, exactly five hours. It took so long because of the wheels! So much brake dust...

But yeah, if your wheels aren't pitch black with brake dust, it should easily cut off an hour.

Claybar was the most enjoyable part for me. It took about an hour.

Good news is that with the PC, I can apply the sealant 5 times as fast with no fatigue. Thanks picus for the advice. It hazes instantly! Well the sun was out, but yeah.

I need to start exercising to build some endurance.

In conclusion, right now, I think I'll be able to do an E90 in about four hours. I really think with enough practice, I'll be able to do it in 3 hours. Need to buy some more stuff though...
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