My 2008 CTS - Page 2

Deanski · 03-09-08, 07:41

NICE!!

Black looks sooo nice when a full Zaino treatment is done!

To remove the emblems, I always use waxed dental floss. Less chance of marring the finish than with fishing line. Nylon lines can really dig into the finish if caught between the adhesive and the actual finish.

Enjoy the new toy!!!

Deanski

scottrat · 03-09-08, 08:06

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Originally Posted by Deanski

NICE!!

Black looks sooo nice when a full Zaino treatment is done!

To remove the emblems, I always use waxed dental floss. Less chance of marring the finish than with fishing line. Nylon lines can really dig into the finish if caught between the adhesive and the actual finish.

Deanski

Thanks for the tip. I think the dental floss is the safe way to go.

Scott

Lightman · 03-09-08, 08:13

Scott - to add to the good advice already given, it really helps (not as much an issue since your car is new) to heat up the emblem (and the adhesive behind it) first with either a heatgun on low or a hair dryer (safer unless you're careful). This will make the floss or fishing line cut thru like butter, if you need it at all. I've not tried wd40 as I have the proper tool in the cabinet, which works fantastic - a spray can of citrus based 3M adhesive remover. It's like goo gone but much better. Spray it, wait about 15 secs and it all wipes away with a paper towel. Hope this helps and good luck. The car looks great!

scottrat · 03-09-08, 08:14

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Originally Posted by aabablusaan

I love the new CTS, and congratulations on both your purchase and your detail.

I'm hoping that GM releases the CTS coupe in 2009!

The CTS Coupe looks great. Hopefully it will drive as good as it looks.

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Originally Posted by steck

stunning car - awesome.

caddies = cool.

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Originally Posted by Jscort98

Nice job. I love the new CTS.

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Originally Posted by bigfish528

amazing car the new CTS is sweet and very nice detail

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Originally Posted by Netcub

Looks great. they did a nice job on the CTS this time around.

Thanks everyone. My previous car was a 04 G35. The CTS feels more upscale, but it is heavier so its a little different when driven aggressively.

Scott

Aviator16 · 03-09-08, 08:52

Ya the fishing line is a good idea but its probably monofilament; the plasticy feeling line, and that can probably dig into the finish pretty good. Plus it stretches.

G35stilez · 03-10-08, 04:43

Looks great. Those sun-on shots look perfect.

BLKSWAN · 03-10-08, 06:43

Car looks great man. Nice job.

Setec Astronomy · 03-10-08, 06:49

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Thanks everyone. My previous car was a 04 G35. The CTS feels more upscale, but it is heavier so its a little different when driven aggressively.

Wow, an foreign-car owner going back to GM...that is like unheard of.

aabablusaan · 03-10-08, 08:04

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Wow, an foreign-car owner going back to GM...that is like unheard of.

The new CTS is just that good. GM makes some good products now, but they have to recover consumer confidence. Good products like the CTS, Malibu, and Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade really help their cause.

Setec Astronomy · 03-10-08, 08:09

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GM makes some good products now, but they have to recover consumer confidence.

The recall notice I just got on my '06 isn't doing much for my confidence. No recalls on my '90 (not that it didn't have its share of in-warranty problems, but at least no safety recalls).

Scottwax · 03-10-08, 08:25

If there are no buffer trails, then you must not have let Moritz touch the paint before you got the car.

Knew you had to be from around here based on the house and driveway even before I saw that hideous Moritz emblem they glued to your car (heat gun and dental floss/fishing line will take care of it, btw...but often, just some heat and I can remove them by hand by slowly pulling it off-usually takes the adhesive with it).

I would definitely suggest you NOT allow Moritz to wash your car when you bring it in for servicing. Not only do they do a pretty crappy job, but the grease they put on the tires will sling off and end up on the side of your car as soon as you drive it.

Really good looking car, Cadillac really has improved over the last several years, especially the interiors. Very nice, reflective shine on yours.

jshillin · 03-10-08, 08:51

Looks great!! Nice reflections. Sounds like Scott has dealt with some cars from your dealer so I'd definitely listen to him...