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Old 11-06-09, 06:37   #1 (permalink)
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2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

This customer came from a forum member here who I'm unaware of. He is from Florida and this truck belongs to his dad. He told his father to contact me and I was the one for the job. Whoever you are, thank you! Your parents are great people!

I'm not going to do any crazy write-up on this one but I did want to share it with you. This detail was back in late August but I'm always behind on my postings cause honestly, it just takes time I don't have. I hope everyone is doing well and business keeps booming for you. I know I'm staying busy during this time and have been fortunate.

Owner bought the truck through a family friend and got it for a steal. It has 27k miles on it with all the options and paid just under $15,000 I believe. After doing an inspection we decided on a two step polishing to remove deeper defects and take the paint's gloss to a new level. I also did a light interior and protected the interior surfaces.

Wash with Chemical Guys Citrus Wash N Gloss
Clay with DI Fine Grade Clay
Menzerna Power Finish - Orange
Menzerna 106FA - White
Chemical Guys EZ Creme Glaze - Black via PC
Clearkote Caranuba Moose Wax - Black via PC

After looking over the vehicle several areas of trim were stained with wax/polish.







It was an overcast both days I worked on the car so no crazy before pics. It wasn't horrible but it needed some love.





Right after using EZ Creme Glaze and no sealant/wax.



Right after polishing and EZ Creme



The rear bumper had some exhaust soot that was easily taking care of with Optimum Metal Polish

Before


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A few afters..

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Old 11-06-09, 06:41   #2 (permalink)
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather









EZ Creme Glaze under any sealant or wax gives an excellent look..











Thanks for viewing my work
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Old 11-06-09, 06:50   #3 (permalink)
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

Very nice work...that EZ Creme Glaze looks like it does a nice job. I may have to invest in a bottle and try it out.
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Old 11-06-09, 06:51   #4 (permalink)
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

Looks great DJ. that thing sure had a lot of previous wax on it. nice work bro.
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Old 11-06-09, 06:52   #5 (permalink)
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Great work DJ...
 
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

It does a nice job and with the cleaners in the product it really helps prep the surface so that your sealant or wax will properly bond to the paint and give the durability it claims.
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Old 11-08-09, 09:50   #7 (permalink)
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Good job DJ!

How is the wax?
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Old 11-08-09, 10:56   #8 (permalink)
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Man, that's a lot of painted surface!!

Good work, DJ!!!!

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Old 11-09-09, 04:05   #9 (permalink)
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Good one Bro. F-150 are nice when they are clean, and the trim is wax-free.

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Old 11-09-09, 04:32   #10 (permalink)
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

mmhmm, i agree with the ez glaze. Easy to use too.
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

Looks great, DJ!

It seems like every car I get has wax caked in every crack & crevice imagineable. What did you use to remove the wax from the trim / moldings?

Nice work!!
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Old 11-09-09, 04:25   #12 (permalink)
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Re: 2005 Ford F-150 Paint Correction by Got Leather

Nice work DJ. I think I'm going to pick up some Optimum Metal Polish.
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