Detailed - TL, Wrangler, All Show S10, Modded X5

[G35stilez]

First up, Acura TL. My FAVORITE color combo on this vehicle . It wasn't supposed to be a full swirl removal but I ended up taking out about 90% of them with the new FK1 polish. The Trade Secret really brought out the flake...EXCELLENT combo here.

-NXT Wash
-Tarminator throughout (clay was not paid for)
-FK1 185 via rotary and LC Finishing pad at 1700-1800 rpm (as per instructions)
-Trade Secret by hand
-AIO on rims/calipers
-BnB on tires

[G35stilez]

Next up, the Wrangler.


Belongs to a new owner and wanted to have it started off on the right foot . The paint was in pretty nice condition as was the interior (no shots). The exterior receieved:

-NXT Wash
-PB Clay
-Rims and painted wells cleaned with acid, tires and plastic wells cleaned with APC 3:1
-Wells dressed with Hyper Dressing 3:1, tires with BnB
-Optimum Polish via rotary and LC Polishing Pad @ 1500 rpm
-Zaino Z2 by hand (client request)

-GR-40 Cleaner on trim
-PB Trim Restorer on trim to follow

[holland_patrick]

excellent job

[Bill D]

Great as always!

FK1 185 via rotary and LC Finishing pad at 1700-1800 rpm (as per instructions)

Could you tell us more about this product? This isn't the wax mentioned often here is it?

[G35stilez]

Next up, the S10 Show Truck. Brother's to the Wrangler.


Vehicle is garaged but pretty heavy swirling in areas. Interior was a very quick job, so the exterior recieved:

-NXT Wash
-PB Clay with NXT Wash as lube
-Optimum Polish via rotary and LC Cutting Pad @ 1700 rpm
-Optimum Polish via rotary and LC Finishing Pad @ 1500 rpm
-Zaino Z2 by hand (client request)

-Rims have Z2 x 3 on them now (detailed them about a month ago)
-BnB on tires
-HD in wells (3:1)


half done, half not. I hit the left side with the finishing pad once more before sealing





Sorry for the lack of sunny afters. I finished at just shy of 9pm. I used the client's (absoluteCAIN) tripod and tweaked my settings. He's a photographer, so I should have some solid pics pretty soon . Thanks for dinner again Tom!

[absolutcain]

here are some pics i took of it the day after in my driveway..(ive been stuck home because of surgery)...and just to let everyone know...sean is a really awesome guy..he is really great to deal with...i wish i had more money and more cars i would pay him to hang out in my driveway and detail them all the time!....thanks again..and your welcome for dinner!

[G35stilez]

Last up, the X5. Alan is an Autopian here, but I forget his username, so Alan, please chime in . This X5 is outfitted with a custom stereo (all SQ), Dinan exhaust, and HRE rims. Great looking truck IMO. The paint had some wash induced marring throughout and some tar on the interior. Regardless, Alan is a true Autopian!

Interior:

-Folex pretreat, APC 10:1 to scrub, vacuum out
-APC 10:1 to clean spot areas
-303 on all but leather
-AIO on woodgrain
-Poorboy's Leather Cleaner and Conditioner on seating(not on the market yet!)
-OCW in jams after degreased

Before


After




Exterior:

-NXT Wash
-PB Clay with NXT Wash as lube
-Menzerna Final Polish II via rotary and LC Polishing Pad @ 1500 rpm (x 2 on hood)
-AIO on all 3m clear bra
-Zaino Z2 Pro (ZFX'd) by hand on EVERYTHING

-Flitz and Mothers to polish wheels, then Zaino (thanks again Alan!)
-Optimum's latest version of tire dressing on tires
-HD in the wells (3:1)
-PB Trim Restorer on all trim


started to rain when I finished






Enjoy!

[whiteg240]

I love that last picture of the TL!! Awesome Details!! You definately are gifted..

[G35stilez]

Bill: FX-Quick Gloss Sealant Glaze ( Anti-Static)

The Ultimate Fast Wax. A Polymer Sealant that Is extremely easy to use. Its Composition is a High Polymer Sealant Cross linked Glaze Which Delivers A Durable Protective Seal With Deep Wet Gloss For A Show Room Shine. May Be Applied By Hand Or Machine. Removes Light Oxidation and Fine Scratches.




They ran a sample special when they introduced it about a month back. I have tried it twice and like it very much. One thing, you have to move panel to panel, otherwise it's a bear to get off.

[Bill D]

Wow, thanks for the label shot!

Whoa! This is the first time I'm ever seeing a LSP recommended by rotary at such RPMs . I would've thought closer to 1000

[G35stilez]

I'd say its more like a #20 or AIO not a true LSP in the way we think of them here. It has a lot of cleaners and lubricators. In direct sun, NO buffer trails when used as per instructions. Also, I noticed NO oil separation so I really don't think the problems were filled. You know with products like #66 and VM, they have some oils in them and they separate, this had none.

[Adamah]

That S-10 looks wicked! Z2 Pro is my absolute favorite on black. Its so amazingly wet and deep. If you havent already, try some Z8 on the S-10. It looks amazing now but I gaurantee you'll have to clean your shorts after you see it with Z8.