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maverick1099
06-16-2010, 01:16 AM
Hi guys,



I have been cruising around in this forum soaking up as much as I can over the last few days. Certainly have learned a lot but that is no replacement for experience. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at these pictures and help me formulate a plan of attack for this car/paint.



http://picasaweb.google.com/mcderenz...eat=directlink



Thanks in advance!
snoboarder8232
06-16-2010, 02:09 AM
Hi guys,



I have been cruising around in this forum soaking up as much as I can over the last few days. Certainly have learned a lot but that is no replacement for experience. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at these pictures and help me formulate a plan of attack for this car/paint.



http://picasaweb.google.com/mcderenz...eat=directlink



Thanks in advance!Link doesn`t work.
maverick1099
06-16-2010, 10:36 AM
That is odd...



Let`s try again:



http://picasaweb.google.com/mcderenzi/2006BMWM3?authkey=Gv1sRgCPqi_7bIrJaC9QE&feat=directlink
imported_DetailDan
06-16-2010, 10:39 AM
Paint probably needs a 3 step. M105, then SIP or 203s, finish with 106FF or 85rd.
Dubbin1
06-16-2010, 10:41 AM
Looks like it could stand a good polishing topped with some souveran paste wax.
todd@bsaw
06-16-2010, 10:46 AM
Some Dinan performance accessories! :D



Kidding aside, D&D mentioned a great approach above...


Paint probably needs a 3 step. M105, then SIP or 203s, finish with 106FF or 85rd.
maverick1099
06-16-2010, 05:05 PM
The car has the dinan signature package installed on it (thank you previous owner!).



I will look into the 3 step paint process prescribed by D&D.



Any input on the interior or wheels/tires? I plan to refinish the wheels due to the rash you see on them.



There are some small rock chips on the front clip as well, any advice one cleaning those up?

I figure once I fix the rock chips I will install one of the clear film bras, any experience with those?



Thanks for all the input guys!
imported_DetailDan
06-16-2010, 05:29 PM
Leather Masters or LTT Solutions for the leather. 1z Cockpit Premium for the interior trim, rubber, etc.
todd@bsaw
06-16-2010, 05:56 PM
For the clear bra, PPF, go with a professional and licensed installer of VentureShield. All the installers I know swear by it over 3M.
maverick1099
06-17-2010, 07:49 PM
What pads would be appropriate for these polishes?
JohnKleven
06-17-2010, 08:43 PM
Although the car isn`t HEAVILY swirled, it will need a 2 step machine polish. I would suggest SIP and Super Finish with orange and white lake country ccs pads. If these were in a car with soft paint, they could be removed with single step polish. Unfortunately, BMW clearcoat is hard as a rock.





John