ahheck01
02-27-2006, 01:22 PM
This will end up being a multiple part process. I have a moderate amount of experience in detailing. I`ve been paid for several cars over the last year - probably 6-10. This will be my first year entering the concours competition, and I think it`s winnable.
Part I is compiling a checklist of components that need to be perfected, as they will be judged. Part II will be identifying the ideal process for certain components. After that, I`m unsure, other than taking tons of pictures to show you all what you`ve helped to do - perfect a beautiful M-tech BMW 328i.
So, first off - Part I - the Master Checklist.
I need your help coming up with a checklist - a checklist so long and so detailed, that an oversight is impossible. From listing every bodypanel individually, to the plastic trim pieces, to the surrounds for the electronic seat adjustments.
As far as techniques, we`ll leave them for after the list of items to address is complete.
So, add to my list. I will update this post with your additions from time to time.
Items to make perfect:
Exterior:
Front Bumper
Front Bumper Lip
Front Bumper Mesh
Nosepanel
Kidneys
Foglights
Headlights
Top of Hood (surface)
Engine bay (no specifics under the hood)
Mouldings (front, rear, side)
Driver/Passenger front quarterpanels
Driver/Passenger front doors
D/P rear doors
D/P rear quarterpanels
Trunk Lid
M5 Lip
D/P Sideskirts
Rear Panel (surrounds bottom of trunklid)
Sidemarkers
Taillights
Trunk Interior (spare wheel, etc - need specifics)
Rear Bumper
Diffuser
Exhaust
Door Handles
Side View Mirrors (body)
Side View Mirrors (mirrors)
Exterior B Pillars
Roof
Sunroof
Windshield
D/P Front Windows
D/P Rear Windows (all 4)
Rear Window
Windshield Wipers
Fan Vents
Front Turn Signals
Wheels
Tires
Wheel Wells
Shocks/Springs/Struts
Calipers
Interior:
D/P Leather on Seats
D/P Headrests
Dash top
Deck/Climate Control/OBC Panels, screens, buttons
Air Vents
Main Instrument Cluster Glass
Steering Wheel
D/P Front Door Panels
A/B/C Pillars
D/P Rear Door Panels
Carpet all around
Front Seat bottom plastic
Front Seat controls
Shift Boot
Shift Knob
Center Console
Cup Holders
Change Dispensers
E-Brake Handle
E-Brake Boot
ArmRest
Glove Compartment
D/P Front Door Jambs
D/P Rear Door Jambs
D/P Front Door seals
D/P Rear Door Seals
Headliner (inc. sunroof)
Windshield
Side windows X 6
Rear Window
Rear Seat Leather
Seat Belts/Buckles
Rear Vents
Rear "Dash"
3rd Brake light housings and surrounds
I know I`m forgetting stuff. Any additions you`d like to make?
Thanks!
-Evan
Part I is compiling a checklist of components that need to be perfected, as they will be judged. Part II will be identifying the ideal process for certain components. After that, I`m unsure, other than taking tons of pictures to show you all what you`ve helped to do - perfect a beautiful M-tech BMW 328i.
So, first off - Part I - the Master Checklist.
I need your help coming up with a checklist - a checklist so long and so detailed, that an oversight is impossible. From listing every bodypanel individually, to the plastic trim pieces, to the surrounds for the electronic seat adjustments.
As far as techniques, we`ll leave them for after the list of items to address is complete.
So, add to my list. I will update this post with your additions from time to time.
Items to make perfect:
Exterior:
Front Bumper
Front Bumper Lip
Front Bumper Mesh
Nosepanel
Kidneys
Foglights
Headlights
Top of Hood (surface)
Engine bay (no specifics under the hood)
Mouldings (front, rear, side)
Driver/Passenger front quarterpanels
Driver/Passenger front doors
D/P rear doors
D/P rear quarterpanels
Trunk Lid
M5 Lip
D/P Sideskirts
Rear Panel (surrounds bottom of trunklid)
Sidemarkers
Taillights
Trunk Interior (spare wheel, etc - need specifics)
Rear Bumper
Diffuser
Exhaust
Door Handles
Side View Mirrors (body)
Side View Mirrors (mirrors)
Exterior B Pillars
Roof
Sunroof
Windshield
D/P Front Windows
D/P Rear Windows (all 4)
Rear Window
Windshield Wipers
Fan Vents
Front Turn Signals
Wheels
Tires
Wheel Wells
Shocks/Springs/Struts
Calipers
Interior:
D/P Leather on Seats
D/P Headrests
Dash top
Deck/Climate Control/OBC Panels, screens, buttons
Air Vents
Main Instrument Cluster Glass
Steering Wheel
D/P Front Door Panels
A/B/C Pillars
D/P Rear Door Panels
Carpet all around
Front Seat bottom plastic
Front Seat controls
Shift Boot
Shift Knob
Center Console
Cup Holders
Change Dispensers
E-Brake Handle
E-Brake Boot
ArmRest
Glove Compartment
D/P Front Door Jambs
D/P Rear Door Jambs
D/P Front Door seals
D/P Rear Door Seals
Headliner (inc. sunroof)
Windshield
Side windows X 6
Rear Window
Rear Seat Leather
Seat Belts/Buckles
Rear Vents
Rear "Dash"
3rd Brake light housings and surrounds
I know I`m forgetting stuff. Any additions you`d like to make?
Thanks!
-Evan