08 NHBP Si

[detail_king]

Alright so, I just did my first big detail in awhile today! Turned out pretty nice. It was an 08 NHBP Si. That color is so hard to work with. It shows all the imperfections! Plus, it shows dust so fast! But, in the end, it did look good! Man I wish that was my car! Here it is...



Process:

Wash

Clay

Meguiars ScratchX

Meguiars Step 2 Polish

Meguars Show Car Glaze 7

Meguars Step 3 Wax



Before I started:

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi001.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi002.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi003.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi004.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi005.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi011.jpg



After Wash

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi006.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi007.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi010.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi012.jpg



All taped up and ready for polish!

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi013.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi014.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi015.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi016.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi017.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi018.jpg



After Polishing.

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi019.jpg

Look at the reflection.

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi020.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi021.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi022.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi023.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi024.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi025.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi026.jpg



Delivery (after wax and touch ups)

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi027.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi028.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi029.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi030.jpg

Perfection.

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi033.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi034.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi035.jpg



My 2 favorites! Just look at the reflection.

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi031.jpg

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll82/lilkg11/NHBPSi032.jpg



I hope you guys like the way it turned out! I spent a good 5 hours minimum on it!

[Tripperfx3]

Looks good and you`ve got some skill, especially for what products your using. Ditch the OTC stuff and get some Menz stuff and a DA, if your not already using one, and you`ll perfect that. I say this because I can still see some VERY light swirling and scratches.

[detail_king]

Yeah, I know. I ordered a PC but, it didn`t come in on time so, I ended up having to use the CHEAP one that I had. But, it will be here in time for my next detail though! Yeah, I wasn`t 100% satisfied with the results. I still need to get some stuff. Lighting, more products, and I also want to get a tarp to put on the side of the canopy where the sun shines since I don`t have acess to a garage. Thanks for the compliment though man.

[BigAl3]

Yeah, I know. I ordered a PC but, it didn`t come in on time so, I ended up having to use the CHEAP one that I had. But, it will be here in time for my next detail though! Yeah, I wasn`t 100% satisfied with the results. I still need to get some stuff. Lighting, more products, and I also want to get a tarp to put on the side of the canopy where the sun shines since I don`t have acess to a garage. Thanks for the compliment though man.





not to say your results don`t look good ;) , but with the PC (i`m glad you ordered one, i was going to comment on that) the results will be alot better! :)

[detail_king]

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Oh yeah! Definitely! I know!

[detail_king]

But, I`m happy with the way it turned out with what I used.

[Apollo_Auto]

Nice turn out! Though I`d definitely recommend a different technique with your masking :). Use some thinner tape and try to be more precise with the masking, as it will make your job a lot easier. Leaving those "loose ends" poses danger of getting the tape glue caught up in the polisher thus transferring it to the paint... and that`s a mess when it happens :)

[MASKDMARVL]

Looks good and you`ve got some skill, especially for what products your using. Ditch the OTC stuff and get some Menz stuff and a DA, if your not already using one, and you`ll perfect that. I say this because I can still see some VERY light swirling and scratches.



This is what im talking about !!!! dont tell him I still see scratches, and you should use this product. Man thats harsh words for someone how went out of there way to post a detail they were proud of. Take your frustrations out on your dog dude. I would have said that looks awesome, and it does. I love the photo of the pigment. GREAT JOB DUDE !:drool:

[MASKDMARVL]

Nice turn out! Though I`d definitely recommend a different technique with your masking :). Use some thinner tape and try to be more precise with the masking, as it will make your job a lot easier. Leaving those "loose ends" poses danger of getting the tape glue caught up in the polisher thus transferring it to the paint... and that`s a mess when it happens :)



Do I need say anything else:grrr Wheres the love in this forum ???

[detail_king]

By the way...I`m only 15.

[Legacy]

You did a great job for what you had on hand. Keep it up, you have a great start on becoming a great detailer.

[MASKDMARVL]

I wish i was half the detailer i am now at your age. Your going to be one of the greats.

[MASKDMARVL]

Your love of cars shines through. I hope you find a way to completely follow, and make tons of money with this passion. Best wishes !

[detail_king]

Thanks alot! I really appreciate it!

[detail_king]

If you guys have any suggestions for improvement, please let me know!