Cleaned Up My Detail Station...
02-08-2011, 08:15 AM
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02-08-2011, 08:39 AM
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This is what I was thinking please tell me if I am wrong...
Step 1 - Wash - Using two bucket method of course with California Gold
Step 2 - Dry - Using a leaf blower and blotting with a MF
Step 3 - Clay - Clay bar with my mother clay kit
Step 4 - Compound - Optimum Hyper Compound with yellow pads
Step 5 - Polish - Optimum Hyper Polish with with green pads
Step 6 - Sealer - BFWD with blue pad
Step 7 - CG BL - CG blacklight with black pad
Step 8 - Final Step - V7-Optical Spray Sealant by hand with Microfiber
Now question is should I try and slap a coat of AGHD on there between step 7 and 8 or will this stand up on its own?
Step 1 - Wash - Using two bucket method of course with California Gold
Step 2 - Dry - Using a leaf blower and blotting with a MF
Step 3 - Clay - Clay bar with my mother clay kit
Step 4 - Compound - Optimum Hyper Compound with yellow pads
Step 5 - Polish - Optimum Hyper Polish with with green pads
Step 6 - Sealer - BFWD with blue pad
Step 7 - CG BL - CG blacklight with black pad
Step 8 - Final Step - V7-Optical Spray Sealant by hand with Microfiber
Now question is should I try and slap a coat of AGHD on there between step 7 and 8 or will this stand up on its own?
02-08-2011, 08:47 AM
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I got shot down for the leaf blower idea since it could kick up floor dust and put it back on your car right before wiping down with the microfiber.
Honestly, there is no RIGHT way. I'm coming from throwing on some Gold Class Megs every 12 months to full detail and the best way is to try yourself. I will say that after trying different combinations etc you can start to eliminate extraneous products/steps becuase sometimes more work just makes better results in our heads!
J.
Honestly, there is no RIGHT way. I'm coming from throwing on some Gold Class Megs every 12 months to full detail and the best way is to try yourself. I will say that after trying different combinations etc you can start to eliminate extraneous products/steps becuase sometimes more work just makes better results in our heads!
J.
02-08-2011, 08:52 AM
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I got shot down for the leaf blower idea since it could kick up floor dust and put it back on your car right before wiping down with the microfiber.
Honestly, there is no RIGHT way. I'm coming from throwing on some Gold Class Megs every 12 months to full detail and the best way is to try yourself. I will say that after trying different combinations etc you can start to eliminate extraneous products/steps because sometimes more work just makes better results in our heads!
J.
Honestly, there is no RIGHT way. I'm coming from throwing on some Gold Class Megs every 12 months to full detail and the best way is to try yourself. I will say that after trying different combinations etc you can start to eliminate extraneous products/steps because sometimes more work just makes better results in our heads!
J.
02-08-2011, 09:33 AM
#45
I open the trunk (have spoiler) and gas door and flip the mirrors and open/close the doors a few times just to get all that loose water out that will normally come out as soon as she's perfectly dry and I move the car.
Then I use the window jelly squeeze taking care to make sure the blade edge is clean before each swipe. Then I finish with a huge Waffle Weave towel I have just for drying.
J.
Then I use the window jelly squeeze taking care to make sure the blade edge is clean before each swipe. Then I finish with a huge Waffle Weave towel I have just for drying.
J.
02-08-2011, 09:40 AM
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I open the trunk (have spoiler) and gas door and flip the mirrors and open/close the doors a few times just to get all that loose water out that will normally come out as soon as she's perfectly dry and I move the car.
Then I use the window jelly squeeze taking care to make sure the blade edge is clean before each swipe. Then I finish with a huge Waffle Weave towel I have just for drying.
J.
Then I use the window jelly squeeze taking care to make sure the blade edge is clean before each swipe. Then I finish with a huge Waffle Weave towel I have just for drying.
J.
Need to invest in a good lighting setup now so I can do a better detail in the garage...Trying to talk the wife into OK'ing a new 3 car garage as I am completely over the 2 car we have in this house...We had a 3.5 before and I cant get good lighting in this 2 car which sucks...
Thinking about grabbing a foam cannon this spring as well to try out I need to bring my pressue washer out of the basement for the wheel wells and the cannon...
Last time I washed it I forgot to open the trunk when drying which was dumb on my part...But I normally do the same to get all the crevices...
So much new to learn with these new products...I have been a devoted Zaino user for the past 10 years and have used STRICTLY their products...
02-08-2011, 09:54 AM
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This is what I was thinking please tell me if I am wrong...
Step 1 - Wash - Using two bucket method of course with California Gold
Step 2 - Dry - Using a leaf blower and blotting with a MF
Step 3 - Clay - Clay bar with my mother clay kit
Step 4 - Compound - Optimum Hyper Compound with yellow pads
Step 5 - Polish - Optimum Hyper Polish with with green pads
Step 6 - Sealer - BFWD with blue pad
Step 7 - CG BL - CG blacklight with black pad
Step 8 - Final Step - V7-Optical Spray Sealant by hand with Microfiber
Now question is should I try and slap a coat of AGHD on there between step 7 and 8 or will this stand up on its own?
Step 1 - Wash - Using two bucket method of course with California Gold
Step 2 - Dry - Using a leaf blower and blotting with a MF
Step 3 - Clay - Clay bar with my mother clay kit
Step 4 - Compound - Optimum Hyper Compound with yellow pads
Step 5 - Polish - Optimum Hyper Polish with with green pads
Step 6 - Sealer - BFWD with blue pad
Step 7 - CG BL - CG blacklight with black pad
Step 8 - Final Step - V7-Optical Spray Sealant by hand with Microfiber
Now question is should I try and slap a coat of AGHD on there between step 7 and 8 or will this stand up on its own?
let me know asap about the blacklight and v7 optical ... I am so highly interested in those products after reading up on them.. Either A. they have a good marketing crew, or B. the stuff is legit... either way decently priced and I am itching to get it on my paint.
02-08-2011, 11:04 AM
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Will do...For $48 its a pretty decent price...I am just waiting on shipping...I think the ipwn coming to verizon has jacked up everything shipping all around the US...
02-08-2011, 11:29 AM
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know what's funny
I would wet my pants for a 2 car...I tried my first detail in a 1 car with 5 bikes hanging from ceiling etc...not the best conditions.
To be honest with you, since I CAN'T totally avoid swirls...I actually find the Z-6 to be the best at giving the car such a glossy look you don't really notice them. Zaino all the way, at least in my book!
I would wet my pants for a 2 car...I tried my first detail in a 1 car with 5 bikes hanging from ceiling etc...not the best conditions.
To be honest with you, since I CAN'T totally avoid swirls...I actually find the Z-6 to be the best at giving the car such a glossy look you don't really notice them. Zaino all the way, at least in my book!
02-08-2011, 11:32 AM
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know what's funny
I would wet my pants for a 2 car...I tried my first detail in a 1 car with 5 bikes hanging from ceiling etc...not the best conditions.
To be honest with you, since I CAN'T totally avoid swirls...I actually find the Z-6 to be the best at giving the car such a glossy look you don't really notice them. Zaino all the way, at least in my book!
I would wet my pants for a 2 car...I tried my first detail in a 1 car with 5 bikes hanging from ceiling etc...not the best conditions.
To be honest with you, since I CAN'T totally avoid swirls...I actually find the Z-6 to be the best at giving the car such a glossy look you don't really notice them. Zaino all the way, at least in my book!
I loved Zaino for 10 years...And still use their leather cleaner and conditioner...But I dont care for their maintenance of products...Hell I still have an entire bottle of ZFX with the 4 sampling tubes sitting on my rack...
02-08-2011, 11:42 AM
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I have double of everything Zaino almost...my fiance didn't pay attention when I reup'd my products and got me a whole new set for Christmas. I love the tire shine, leather care etc...Z5 is a waste...doesn't last long and doesn't hide anything. Z2 is awesome...Z6 is good for touchup or lubing...their clay is good.
I don't kid myself into thinking it'll do anything for swirls though, I have Megs 105 and the whole Optimum lineup for that. Then I seal it up with the Z2.
I don't kid myself into thinking it'll do anything for swirls though, I have Megs 105 and the whole Optimum lineup for that. Then I seal it up with the Z2.
02-08-2011, 11:44 AM
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I have double of everything Zaino almost...my fiance didn't pay attention when I reup'd my products and got me a whole new set for Christmas. I love the tire shine, leather care etc...Z5 is a waste...doesn't last long and doesn't hide anything. Z2 is awesome...Z6 is good for touchup or lubing...their clay is good.
I don't kid myself into thinking it'll do anything for swirls though, I have Megs 105 and the whole Optimum lineup for that. Then I seal it up with the Z2.
I don't kid myself into thinking it'll do anything for swirls though, I have Megs 105 and the whole Optimum lineup for that. Then I seal it up with the Z2.
Their clay lube is great but right now all clay is the same...
02-08-2011, 01:28 PM
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This is what I currently have:
Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner
WHEEL AND RIM CLEANER-Premium Blue
WINDOW CLEAN/GLASS CLEANER
Grime Reaper Degreaser
Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish
Hybrid V7 Optical Sealant
Blackfire Wet Diamond with Polycharger
Optimum Hyper Spray Polish
Optimum Hyper Spray Compound
Mothers Clay Bar
Meguiars Clay Bar
Autoglym High Definition Wax For the Ultimate Finish x2
Blackfire Wet Diamond with Polycharger
CG Dual-Action Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Plate 5 inch
Yellow Cutting Pad x3
Green Polishing Pad X4
Blue Soft Polishing Pad X3
Black Finishing Pad X2
Zaino Z-5 - PRO Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches
Zaino Z-6 - Ultra Clean Gloss Enhancer Spray
Zaino Z-9 - Leather Soft Spray Cleaner
Zaino Z-10 - Leather in a Bottle
Zaino Z-16 - Perfect Tire Gloss
Zaino Z-18 - ClayBar
Zaino ZFX - Flash Cure Accelerator Additive
Meguiars Gold Glass
Meguiars Plastix
Mothers Quick Detailer x3
Meguiars Quick Detailer
Meguiars #27
Meguiars Scratch X
Lexol Leather Cleaner
Lexol Leather Conditioner
Mothers Carnuba Cleaner Wax Tub x2
Black Magic Tire Wet
Mothers Cleaner Wax
Meguiars Cleaner Wax
Meguiars Tire Shine
Invisible Glass
Meguiars NXT 2.0
PC 7424
Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner
WHEEL AND RIM CLEANER-Premium Blue
WINDOW CLEAN/GLASS CLEANER
Grime Reaper Degreaser
Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish
Hybrid V7 Optical Sealant
Blackfire Wet Diamond with Polycharger
Optimum Hyper Spray Polish
Optimum Hyper Spray Compound
Mothers Clay Bar
Meguiars Clay Bar
Autoglym High Definition Wax For the Ultimate Finish x2
Blackfire Wet Diamond with Polycharger
CG Dual-Action Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Plate 5 inch
Yellow Cutting Pad x3
Green Polishing Pad X4
Blue Soft Polishing Pad X3
Black Finishing Pad X2
Zaino Z-5 - PRO Show Car Polish for Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches
Zaino Z-6 - Ultra Clean Gloss Enhancer Spray
Zaino Z-9 - Leather Soft Spray Cleaner
Zaino Z-10 - Leather in a Bottle
Zaino Z-16 - Perfect Tire Gloss
Zaino Z-18 - ClayBar
Zaino ZFX - Flash Cure Accelerator Additive
Meguiars Gold Glass
Meguiars Plastix
Mothers Quick Detailer x3
Meguiars Quick Detailer
Meguiars #27
Meguiars Scratch X
Lexol Leather Cleaner
Lexol Leather Conditioner
Mothers Carnuba Cleaner Wax Tub x2
Black Magic Tire Wet
Mothers Cleaner Wax
Meguiars Cleaner Wax
Meguiars Tire Shine
Invisible Glass
Meguiars NXT 2.0
PC 7424
02-08-2011, 01:56 PM
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Before I can do anything major (in my mind) I have to have all possibilities that are possible laid out for analysis...
Thats one of the reasons why I excelled in the military so well...
02-09-2011, 06:50 AM
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Got one of my shipments in last night...
Optimum Hyper Compound
Optimum Hyper Polish
Blackfire Wet Diamond
Order of Microfibers
Waiting on about 2 more shipments of stuff to come in...Really excited to try out the UV stuff...
Optimum Hyper Compound
Optimum Hyper Polish
Blackfire Wet Diamond
Order of Microfibers
Waiting on about 2 more shipments of stuff to come in...Really excited to try out the UV stuff...
02-10-2011, 08:38 AM
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So jealous of you and your own detailing shelf...
All my car care products are relegated to a bucket in the trunk of my car
No space for anything.
I hear BFWD is one of the best around, GL with it!
All my car care products are relegated to a bucket in the trunk of my car
No space for anything. I hear BFWD is one of the best around, GL with it!
02-10-2011, 09:33 AM
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I need to buy a tripod halogen setup so I can get the correction perfect with the garage door shut...Its been too cold even in the garage to do anything around here...Yes thats an excuse LOL
02-10-2011, 09:39 AM
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looks like you've got PLENTY of products to try out.
blackfire is one of my favorite sealants...i don't think i'll ever use another kind.
keep it up man! i hope to have my detailing station looking like that one day.
blackfire is one of my favorite sealants...i don't think i'll ever use another kind.
keep it up man! i hope to have my detailing station looking like that one day.
02-10-2011, 09:44 AM
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At this point I am mainly waiting on getting my pads and backing plates...
02-10-2011, 12:35 PM
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Where are you buying the blackfire?
02-10-2011, 01:07 PM
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Thanks.
02-10-2011, 02:31 PM
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Frankly, I am getting a little tired of the $10 shipping charge no matter what I order from any detailing place.
There is just no way that 6 LC pads require $10 to ship.
I hate them, but the USPS has small Flat Rate boxes for 4.95 and Medium for $10 with TWO DAY delivery. Most online retailers are saying they are shipping ground with 6-8 day delivery for $10 and charging $30 for 2-3 day shipping...
There is just no way that 6 LC pads require $10 to ship.
I hate them, but the USPS has small Flat Rate boxes for 4.95 and Medium for $10 with TWO DAY delivery. Most online retailers are saying they are shipping ground with 6-8 day delivery for $10 and charging $30 for 2-3 day shipping...
02-10-2011, 02:36 PM
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Frankly, I am getting a little tired of the $10 shipping charge no matter what I order from any detailing place.
There is just no way that 6 LC pads require $10 to ship.
I hate them, but the USPS has small Flat Rate boxes for 4.95 and Medium for $10 with TWO DAY delivery. Most online retailers are saying they are shipping ground with 6-8 day delivery for $10 and charging $30 for 2-3 day shipping...
There is just no way that 6 LC pads require $10 to ship.
I hate them, but the USPS has small Flat Rate boxes for 4.95 and Medium for $10 with TWO DAY delivery. Most online retailers are saying they are shipping ground with 6-8 day delivery for $10 and charging $30 for 2-3 day shipping...
02-10-2011, 04:00 PM
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On top of that (sorry for the rant OP) No one shop has everything i need.
LC CCS pads, Blackfire and Optimum HP Spray. Three places, three shipping charges.
Only one of the places I just ordered from do I not have any problem with the shipping charge and that is Patrick becuase I jhave ordered from him and he takes care of his customers, but I ordered six PC pads and the shipping was $10??? What do these things weigh? 8 Total ounces for all of them? Come on..
LC CCS pads, Blackfire and Optimum HP Spray. Three places, three shipping charges.
Only one of the places I just ordered from do I not have any problem with the shipping charge and that is Patrick becuase I jhave ordered from him and he takes care of his customers, but I ordered six PC pads and the shipping was $10??? What do these things weigh? 8 Total ounces for all of them? Come on..
02-11-2011, 08:43 AM
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On top of that (sorry for the rant OP) No one shop has everything i need.
LC CCS pads, Blackfire and Optimum HP Spray. Three places, three shipping charges.
Only one of the places I just ordered from do I not have any problem with the shipping charge and that is Patrick because I have ordered from him and he takes care of his customers, but I ordered six PC pads and the shipping was $10??? What do these things weigh? 8 Total ounces for all of them? Come on..
LC CCS pads, Blackfire and Optimum HP Spray. Three places, three shipping charges.
Only one of the places I just ordered from do I not have any problem with the shipping charge and that is Patrick because I have ordered from him and he takes care of his customers, but I ordered six PC pads and the shipping was $10??? What do these things weigh? 8 Total ounces for all of them? Come on..
Just looked at my receipts...
Chemical Guys
Order 1
Order Placed: January 31, 2011 at 1:09:00 PM
Arrived: Feb 9, 2011
Cost Of Item: $17.95
Shipping Cost: $9.14
Shipping Method: FedEx Home Delivery (Ground)
Item Ordered:
MICROFIBER SUPER TOWEL SILK BANDED PREMIUM 16"x 16" PROFESSIONAL GRADE MICROFIBER TOWEL (12 PACK)
Order 2
Order Placed: February 1, 2011 at 9:59:00 AM
Arrived: February 9, 2011
Cost Of Item(s): $71.22
Shipping Cost: $10.17
Shipping Method: FedEx Home Delivery (Ground)
Item(s) Ordered:
Detailers Radiant Finish Kit - Black Light Hybrid Radiant Finish + Hybrid V7 Optical Sealant + EXTRAS
Diablo Gel Wheel & Rim Cleaner Concentrated Suspension Rim & Wheel Cleaner Gel Safe for All Wheels (16oz)
Grime Reaper -EXTREMELY STRONG ACID LIKE DEGREASER - Kills Grease and Grime, Stronger as Acid! (16 oz)
WHEEL AND RIM CLEANER-Premium Blue ( 16 oz)
WINDOW CLEAN / GLASS CLEANER-TINT SAFE-STREAK FREE-AMMONIA FREE RE-DILUTEABLE (16oz)
Order 3Order Placed: February 2, 2011 at 4:22:00 AM
Arrived: February 10 2011
Cost Of Item: $14.95
Shipping Cost: $8.53
Shipping Method: FedEx Home Delivery (Ground)
Item Ordered:
5" Inch Dual-Action Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Plate (125 MM) MOLDED URETHANE BACKING PLATE
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Order 1
Order Placed: February 1, 2011 at 2:16:00 PM
Arrived: February 10 2011
Cost Of Item: $76.47
Shipping Cost: $9.20
Shipping Method: FedEx Home Delivery (Ground)
Item(s) Ordered:
Blackfire Wet Diamond with Polycharger - 16 oz
Optimum Hyper Spray Compound - 18 oz
Optimum Hyper Spray Polish - 18 oz
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Order 1
Order Placed: February 4, 2011 at 9:16:00 AM
Arrived: Not Yet
Cost Of Item: $53.98
Shipping Cost: $11.95
Shipping Method: FedEx Home Delivery (Ground)
Item(s) Ordered:
Buff & Shine 5.5" 6-Pack Buff-And-Shine-5-5-Inch-6-Pack
Buff & Shine 5.5" 6-Pack Buff-And-Shine-5-5-Inch-6-Pack
I just don't see how I pay $10 on average for shipping and it takes a week to get here...The orders that were heavy I can understand but on some of the stuff that is light I just don't understand how the shipping is damn near the same...I understand they are trying to recoup some of their money on the price of the product but I would rather have them be more honest with the actual cost...Its like on ebay when you find a good price on something but then you see that the shipping is like $150 and ends up being more then the thing costs on the regular...
I really wish their was a shop locally around me that would stock the higher end products...
But any hoot got another package in last night...CG 5.5 Backing plate...Seems like a damn nice product from just looking at the quality and such...
02-14-2011, 07:22 AM
#75
Your thread inspired me...
Did another coat of Z-2 this weekend
PS, yeah, I ALWAYS rack my brain and try and order everything I need so I only pay shipping once. Like with pricepoint.com for bike parts...it's $6.99 up to 50 and $8.99 for up to 100 bucks of stuff...SO, I always wait till I have a batch of things. When you add on shipping, it's sometimes cheaper to get stuff in person. I wonder what demand there would be for a high end detailing product shop in South Florida?!?
Did another coat of Z-2 this weekend
PS, yeah, I ALWAYS rack my brain and try and order everything I need so I only pay shipping once. Like with pricepoint.com for bike parts...it's $6.99 up to 50 and $8.99 for up to 100 bucks of stuff...SO, I always wait till I have a batch of things. When you add on shipping, it's sometimes cheaper to get stuff in person. I wonder what demand there would be for a high end detailing product shop in South Florida?!?
02-14-2011, 10:15 AM
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Your thread inspired me...
Did another coat of Z-2 this weekend
PS, yeah, I ALWAYS rack my brain and try and order everything I need so I only pay shipping once. Like with pricepoint.com for bike parts...it's $6.99 up to 50 and $8.99 for up to 100 bucks of stuff...SO, I always wait till I have a batch of things. When you add on shipping, it's sometimes cheaper to get stuff in person. I wonder what demand there would be for a high end detailing product shop in South Florida?!?
Did another coat of Z-2 this weekend
PS, yeah, I ALWAYS rack my brain and try and order everything I need so I only pay shipping once. Like with pricepoint.com for bike parts...it's $6.99 up to 50 and $8.99 for up to 100 bucks of stuff...SO, I always wait till I have a batch of things. When you add on shipping, it's sometimes cheaper to get stuff in person. I wonder what demand there would be for a high end detailing product shop in South Florida?!?
I shipped a box of AGHD to Mississippi for $10.50 using 3 day shipping...
02-15-2011, 08:40 AM
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Got my buffing pads in the mail finally...
Need to pick up an orange pad, white pad, and some 1000w free standing halogen lamps then I will be done for a bit...
If I can get to sears and grab a light and get some alcohol for wiping down between product I will get to do correction on Friday while the wife is at work...
Need to pick up an orange pad, white pad, and some 1000w free standing halogen lamps then I will be done for a bit...
If I can get to sears and grab a light and get some alcohol for wiping down between product I will get to do correction on Friday while the wife is at work...
02-15-2011, 08:54 AM
#78
I thought I read somewhere that the 50/50 wipedown was unneccessary, maybe I'm wrong.
Anyway, can't wait to see the end result. This is turning into one of those thriller movies...big build and waiting on the end of the movie to see it all come together.
Anyway, can't wait to see the end result. This is turning into one of those thriller movies...big build and waiting on the end of the movie to see it all come together.
02-15-2011, 09:00 AM
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No clue everyone I have talked to said to use IPA between compound and polish...
My wife is a RN so her schedule is loopy at best...But If she works Friday night I should be able to get it all done in the garage in a couple 6 or so hours...
My wife is a RN so her schedule is loopy at best...But If she works Friday night I should be able to get it all done in the garage in a couple 6 or so hours...
02-15-2011, 09:04 AM
#80
After all this work and planning, give yourself ample time. I would probably focus on a good compound/swirl removal that night. Even with a machine, it's a lot of labor.
I started off doing a mediocre job trying to do the whole car in one shot. Now, I do piece by piece...I correct the top surfaces of the car...then seal it all up...then did the doors, and recently did the bumpers etc.
J.
I started off doing a mediocre job trying to do the whole car in one shot. Now, I do piece by piece...I correct the top surfaces of the car...then seal it all up...then did the doors, and recently did the bumpers etc.
J.