Autopia.org http://www.autopia.org/forum en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:01:17 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.autopia.org/forum/autopia_style/misc/rss.jpg Autopia.org http://www.autopia.org/forum Over spray... http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125420-over-spray.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:03:32 GMT I thought I taped off and covered as much as needed for painting the frame underneath my Jeep. Then I looked at my hood, which needs repainting any way, and it now has a very light black film over it. Clay has removed the majority of the film and made it difficult to see. So all of the over spray was not direct from the can, but settled from floating through the air. I believe the next step would be a low cut finishing polish? I would imagine that should take care of the rest. I thought I taped off and covered as much as needed for painting the frame underneath my Jeep. Then I looked at my hood, which needs repainting any way, and it now has a very light black film over it. Clay has removed the majority of the film and made it difficult to see. So all of the over spray was not direct from the can, but settled from floating through the air.

I believe the next step would be a low cut finishing polish? I would imagine that should take care of the rest. ]]> Car Detailing Alexia http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125420-over-spray.html Amazing version of a song everyone knows http://www.autopia.org/forum/hot-tub/125419-amazing-version-song-everyone-knows.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:14:29 GMT ...or should know. YouTube - Frank Zappa - Stairway to heaven - 1988 Lund (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qs-MJMZ-G4) ...or should know.

YouTube - Frank Zappa - Stairway to heaven - 1988 Lund ]]> Hot Tub Scottwax http://www.autopia.org/forum/hot-tub/125419-amazing-version-song-everyone-knows.html Micro Marring????? http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125418-micro-marring.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:07:01 GMT Currently I'm working on my own personal car my 98' vette, while using a medium compound today to remove some lighter to heaver scratches from my finish I ran into a problem.... Micro marring everywhere, what did I do wrong, I never had a problem with compounding with 105 and 205. Is it the flex, compound or the towels?

Products used:

Chemical Guys Laser Buff
Orange CSS Pad Flat
Flex DA
Pro Force Microfiber Towels (80% 20%) ]]> Car Detailing DetailnByDustn http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125418-micro-marring.html polishing help http://www.autopia.org/forum/machine-polishing/125417-polishing-help.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:41:04 GMT I just got a flex package deal from autogeek complete with wolfgang swirl remover, finishing glaze and sealant. I am using it to fix my wife's black Mustang. So far I am seeing good results, but I am not completely satisfied just yet. I have been using an orange pad with the swirl remover and I am unable to get all the marks out of the clearcoat. The first picture shows a 50/50 before and after. The second picture shows deeper marks that I have been unable to get out. I wanted to get some advice to see if I need a different pad/product combo or do I just need to keep at it with my current combo.

50/50 pic



remaining marks



I am new to the world of machine polishing so any advice would be great. Thanks,

Chris ]]> Machine Polishing cg-vette http://www.autopia.org/forum/machine-polishing/125417-polishing-help.html Too much lube for claying http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125416-too-much-lube-claying.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:30:55 GMT I use ONR as a clay lube so it alot of lube. Can using too much lube reduce the effectiveness of claying? I use ONR as a clay lube so it alot of lube. Can using too much lube reduce the effectiveness of claying? ]]> Car Detailing shadow85 http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125416-too-much-lube-claying.html what to use to remove polish http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing-product-discussion/125415-what-use-remove-polish.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:05:28 GMT I heard alcohol is good ? I heard alcohol is good ? ]]> Car Detailing Product Discussion zoraduntov http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing-product-discussion/125415-what-use-remove-polish.html New Member from WI http://www.autopia.org/forum/welcome-greeting-center/125414-new-member-wi.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:34:32 GMT Hi There! I am a newbie from Wisconsin. Thank you for having me! Hi There!

I am a newbie from Wisconsin. Thank you for having me! ]]> vberch http://www.autopia.org/forum/welcome-greeting-center/125414-new-member-wi.html Getting ready to detail a black PT cruiser...need some advice! http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125413-getting-ready-detail-black-pt-cruiser-need-some-advice.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:34:01 GMT I am getting ready to detail a black pt cruiser (not sure what year, but it looks like early 2000's model), and I need some advice on the process that I'm planning to use. This will be done by hand. I have already washed the car thoroughly and dried it with a chamois. I inspected the paint, and it looks like there are some scratches (not too deep, though), and some white scuffs of paint where it looks like someone bumped the car. The paint also has swirls and holograms in it. The paint has definitely been neglected. I don't have time to clay it, so I hope it will still look good without that step. The paint doesn't feel rough when I felt it.

1. Megs Ultimate compound,
2. Klasse AIO, or Megs 81 hand polish (not sure which one is best),
3. Collinite 845 for the LSP.

I'm also going to use AIO on the windows because they have lots of water spots. I'll use megs trim detailier for the plastic bumper on the back of the car, and wheel wax on the chrome wheels.

Do you have any better advice for me about what products to use? I'd appreciate any help you can give me. This is my first time with a black car, and I want the paint to pop as much as can be done by hand. Thanks!!

:heelclick ]]> Car Detailing Spike73 http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125413-getting-ready-detail-black-pt-cruiser-need-some-advice.html green kitchen scrub pad used to remove bugs. Help! http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125412-green-kitchen-scrub-pad-used-remove-bugs-help.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:30 GMT So my mom called me the other day and said she had a project for me once I get back home for thanksgiving. Im not sure if its one I can do on my own or what but here is what the issue is. She has a 2008 Honda Accord which she bought brand new and she washed the car herself and removed the bugs in a harsh way; she pulled out the green kitchen scrub pads. Yikes! I havent seen the car yet but she says that it has scratch swirl marks in many spots on the hood, front bumper, sides and basically the entire top of the trunk. She says its all just visible and cant be felt with the hand maybe in some spots on the trunk but not in too many areas, but some spots do now have discoloration. Would discoloration indicate that the clear coat is now worn off? I know the car is young and I too am new to auto detailing but have been working with a professional detailing business for about a month now. I was planning on getting a porter cable 7424 orbital for this job and the polish I have on hand right now is Meguiars Ultimate Compound and just some Turtle wax rubbing compound. Is this something I can do or should it just be taken in to a professional shop for repainting? If I can do it what else do I need and steps to take... type of pads, best polish to use, etc. Thanks in advance for the advice! I'll see if I can get pictures from her and will add when available. ]]> Car Detailing jsahr http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/125412-green-kitchen-scrub-pad-used-remove-bugs-help.html Need a complete detail in Chattanooga. http://www.autopia.org/forum/southeast-usa/125410-need-complete-detail-chattanooga.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:33:35 GMT I was referred here my mshu7 on the Mazda3 Forums (not sure if that's his name on here). I have a 2009 Mazda3 sedan that I want to get completely detailed, top to bottom. I'm looking for a skilled, knowledgeable, and thorough detailer in the Chattanooga area to do this for me. I'll check this thread for responses, but I can also be reached by PM or by email at zeroset@comcast.net. If you could give me a list of your services/products, and your price(s), I'd appreciate that too, along with any other info you can give me. Would greatly appreciate it! :chuckle:

Edited to add: I'm willing to travel an hour in any direction to get this done. ]]> Southeast USA Zeroset http://www.autopia.org/forum/southeast-usa/125410-need-complete-detail-chattanooga.html Hi newbie from new orleans http://www.autopia.org/forum/welcome-greeting-center/125409-hi-newbie-new-orleans.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:49:43 GMT I just found the site looks like there is a ton of good info can't wait to find products that work better and save me time!

any help or suggestions will be greatly appreciated !! :D ]]> onebadf150 http://www.autopia.org/forum/welcome-greeting-center/125409-hi-newbie-new-orleans.html Sip http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing-product-discussion/125407-sip.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:10:46 GMT Is menzerna sip ok for a 09 vette with light scratches ? Is menzerna sip ok for a 09 vette with light scratches ? ]]> Car Detailing Product Discussion zoraduntov http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing-product-discussion/125407-sip.html 1991 Porhche 911 Turbo By Supreme Clean. http://www.autopia.org/forum/pro-details-before-after/125406-1991-porhche-911-turbo-supreme-clean.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:04:48 GMT I have been swamped with school work and other business ideas to have time to post a decent write up thread. Finally, I caught a break in schoolwork and working and have time to post up this detail..

Some background info:
This 911T had about 110K miles on it, and has only been a weekend driver for most of its life. Somewhere in its life a garage collapsed on it and the Porsche needed extensive body work, repainting etc.. I found out all of this about 4 hours into the detail. :mad: Me and the owner agreed on a 2 step correction and interior reconditioning.

Products used:
Nikon D40
ONR- QD Strength as a clay lube..
Megs Gold Class Wash
Sonus Green Clay
CG Tire Dressing
Stoners Invisible Glass
M105
M205
Megs #7 Glaze
Megs #21 Liquid Wax
Optimum Poli-seal
Porter Cable
White/Orange LC Pads 5.5" and 3.5"
Lexol Leather Cleaner/Lexol Leather Conditioner
Megs QID
Optimum Metal Polish
#0000 Steel Wool
Misc Brushes
Misc Micro-Fiber towels/wash mitts etc..

Exterior Process:
Wash With ONR using two bucket method
Clay with Sonus Green Clay w/ONR as a lube
M105 With KB Method w/LC Orange Pad
M205 speeds 4-6 w/LC White Pad
Wash with ONR using two bucket method
Megs #7 Glaze by hand
Megs #21 Liquid Wax by hand
Wheels washed with ONR + Purple Power @ 15:1
All Rubber/Exterior Black Plastic treated with CG Tire Dressing
Exhaust tips polished w/ OMP and steel wool, followed up with M205 and a cotton applicator, then followed with poli-seal
Windows cleaned w/ Stoners invisible glass

Interior Process
Vacuum everything
Wipe down all surfaces w/ damp ONR QD strength microfiber
Wipe down all plastics with Megs QID
Clean Leather with Lexol Leather Cleaner and hot water
Condition leather with Lexol Leather Conditioner applied with a cotton applicator, allowed to sit for 2 hours, then applied again, let sit for 2 hours, buff off.
Clean windows w/ Stoners invisible glass


On to the pics!

Before Pics:
As you guys can see, the overall dirtiness of the car was not bad at all.

















The wheels had some brake dust build up on them.. the matte finish really hid it well..





Just some dusting/dirt on the surface. Half/Half of ONR Wash..


Taped up and Ready to go..




The condition of the paint was alright, most of the car looked like this, with some light holograms..



]]> dmw2692004 http://www.autopia.org/forum/pro-details-before-after/125406-1991-porhche-911-turbo-supreme-clean.html Carbon Fiber Vinyl Install on my FJ Cruiser http://www.autopia.org/forum/exterior-performance/125405-carbon-fiber-vinyl-install-my-fj-cruiser.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:51:11 GMT Just wrapped my FJ with the 3M Carbon Fiber Vinyl and wanted to see what everyone thought. Picasa Web Albums - Executive Details - 3M DI-NOC Car... (http://picasaweb.google.com/ExecutiveDetails19/3MDINOCCarbonFiber#) Just wrapped my FJ with the 3M Carbon Fiber Vinyl and wanted to see what everyone thought.
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