La Bella Firma, Round Two. 50 hours on a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder (330 pics, long)

**razr007** · 12-05-2008, 11:51 AM

I must say great work my friend looks fantastic

I thought i was one of the only full nut job details out there that went this far an this compressive into a detail i see you have a great love an passion for the work AAA+++

I loved the pictures and how you got right in there with the camera for the before an after shots the close-ups and the wide open shots very well done

I`m glad that even though we do not share the same feelings on waxes we do share the same love for detailing

I feel the Gallardo gets the most use and turns out to be the most dirty of all the Lamborghinis i have done i think cause the price is lower and gas is cheaper an most that have them use them as a daily driver but that is just what i have noticed

Thanks for the thread was enjoyed have not seen one on here go into this much detail in along time

**JSFM35X** · 12-05-2008, 01:01 PM

First off, WOW. I cannot believe the level you have gone to on this vehicle. I hope the owner appreciated your work. Truly Phenominal!

I hope this does not come off abnoxious, but do you mind sharing how much this type of service would cost? Did you charge up front or hourly?

Again, I am in awe of your work.

**Apollo_Auto** · 12-05-2008, 01:09 PM

Absolutely astounding attention to detail, Todd... respect

Next time I get back to the States I`d love to have ring-side seats with you on a detail

**razr007** · 12-05-2008, 02:21 PM

Originally Posted by JSFM35X

First off, WOW. I cannot believe the level you have gone to on this vehicle. I hope the owner appreciated your work. Truly Phenominal!

I hope this does not come off abnoxious, but do you mind sharing how much this type of service would cost? Did you charge up front or hourly?

Again, I am in awe of your work.

I think that would be a good idea could you let everyone know what you used product wise on this detail

**Eisen Hulk** · 12-05-2008, 02:28 PM

Ummm...that`s in the thread. If you choose to actually read it, you`ll see that.

Originally Posted by razr007

I think that would be a good idea could you let everyone know what you used product wise on this detail

**razr007** · 12-05-2008, 03:54 PM

I mean all listed for someone who is interested mr. tough guy

**Eisen Hulk** · 12-05-2008, 04:09 PM

It`s not about being a tough guy. It`s about the ability to read and comprehend on your own.

Originally Posted by razr007

I mean all listed for someone who is interested mr. tough guy

**razr007** · 12-05-2008, 04:19 PM

What you don`t understand is alot of people are new to detailing alot of people don`t have high speed internet so seeing it all in one place makes it easy for those people get a grip pal

**Barry Theal** · 12-05-2008, 05:57 PM

TODD FIRST OFF GREAT DETAIL MAN! IM VERY IMPRESSED WITH LEVEL OF ATTENTION TO DETAIL YOU HAVE. IM ACTAULLY IMPRESSED MORE WITH YOUR PATIENCE. I BEEN DETAILING FOR ABOUT 9 YEARS FULLTIME. THOUGHT I BEEN THERE DONE THAT SEEN IT ALL. FOR THE MOST PART I THINK I HAVE. YOUR A GREAT INSPERATION TO ANYONE OUTTHERE WHO IS LOOKING TO SEE WHAT PERFECTION REALLY IS. VERY FEW GUYS OUT THERE ACTUALLY IMPRESS WITH ME WITH THERE WORK. TRUTHFULLY IM NOT IMPRESSED WITH PAUL DALTONS WORK. IM MORE IMPRESSED WITH HIS ADVERTISER`S THEN ANYTHING. YOU MY FRIEND I AM IMPRESSED WITH. NOT ONE THING MISSED!!! THANK YOU FOR INSPIRING ME AND MANY OTHERS. :up:up:up

**razr007** · 12-05-2008, 06:03 PM

Originally Posted by bufferbarry

TODD FIRST OFF GREAT DETAIL MAN! IM VERY IMPRESSED WITH LEVEL OF ATTENTION TO DETAIL YOU HAVE. IM ACTAULLY IMPRESSED MORE WITH YOUR PATIENCE. I BEEN DETAILING FOR ABOUT 9 YEARS FULLTIME. THOUGHT I BEEN THERE DONE THAT SEEN IT ALL. FOR THE MOST PART I THINK I HAVE. YOUR A GREAT INSPERATION TO ANYONE OUTTHERE WHO IS LOOKING TO SEE WHAT PERFECTION REALLY IS. VERY FEW GUYS OUT THERE ACTUALLY IMPRESS WITH ME WITH THERE WORK. TRUTHFULLY IM NOT IMPRESSED WITH PAUL DALTONS WORK. IM MORE IMPRESSED WITH HIS ADVERTISER`S THEN ANYTHING. YOU MY FRIEND I AM IMPRESSED WITH. NOT ONE THING MISSED!!! THANK YOU FOR INSPIRING ME AND MANY OTHERS. :up:up:up

I could not agree with you more about todd`s work an about paul`s work hopefully this guy comes back for more since i have seen so many come get the car done and than go somewhere else and than shops close i have contracts with my clients so i`m not worried lol:up

**akimel** · 12-05-2008, 06:34 PM

Bravo, Todd! Bravo!

**imported_grease** · 12-05-2008, 07:58 PM

Wow! Can`t believe I missed this! Great car that now looks incredible!

Few questions. Why not wash the engine bay before you correct the paint, followed by another engine wipedown after the paint has been corrected? I wouldnt think youd need to be so careful with the engine detailing then?

About the exhaust tips...Have you tried the Wolfgang Metalwerks products? The Compound might have worked well!

Whats your process for door jambs? APC first? What tools are you using to get around joints and hosing? Do you regrease the joints after?

Again, great job!

**Todd@RUPES** · 12-11-2008, 11:09 PM

Originally Posted by Bence

Todd, how did you like the decon?

Hey Bence, I found it it `okay`. I find claying necessary afterwards but the contaminents come of very easily afterwords.

Originally Posted by Labster

Todd, great work as usual. We`ll definitely have to meet for drinks next time I`m in FL, most likely Marchish.

Awesome man, let me know!

Originally Posted by razr007

I must say great work my friend looks fantastic

I thought i was one of the only full nut job details out there that went this far an this compressive into a detail i see you have a great love an passion for the work AAA+++

I loved the pictures and how you got right in there with the camera for the before an after shots the close-ups and the wide open shots very well done

I`m glad that even though we do not share the same feelings on waxes we do share the same love for detailing

I feel the Gallardo gets the most use and turns out to be the most dirty of all the Lamborghinis i have done i think cause the price is lower and gas is cheaper an most that have them use them as a daily driver but that is just what i have noticed

Thanks for the thread was enjoyed have not seen one on here go into this much detail in along time

Thanks man, I appericate the kind words!

Originally Posted by JSFM35X

First off, WOW. I cannot believe the level you have gone to on this vehicle. I hope the owner appreciated your work. Truly Phenominal!

I hope this does not come off abnoxious, but do you mind sharing how much this type of service would cost? Did you charge up front or hourly?

Again, I am in awe of your work.

Thanks JSF. I charge everything hourly @ 80/hr.

Originally Posted by Apollo_Auto

Absolutely astounding attention to detail, Todd... respect

Next time I get back to the States I`d love to have ring-side seats with you on a detail

Sweet man! Let me know when you will be in and it will be pleasure put you to work

Originally Posted by razr007

I think that would be a good idea could you let everyone know what you used product wise on this detail

I don`t remember exactly (with out re-reading) put I polished with Menzerna mostly and finished with Dodo Juice Supernatural.

Originally Posted by bufferbarry

TODD FIRST OFF GREAT DETAIL MAN! IM VERY IMPRESSED WITH LEVEL OF ATTENTION TO DETAIL YOU HAVE. IM ACTAULLY IMPRESSED MORE WITH YOUR PATIENCE. I BEEN DETAILING FOR ABOUT 9 YEARS FULLTIME. THOUGHT I BEEN THERE DONE THAT SEEN IT ALL. FOR THE MOST PART I THINK I HAVE. YOUR A GREAT INSPERATION TO ANYONE OUTTHERE WHO IS LOOKING TO SEE WHAT PERFECTION REALLY IS. VERY FEW GUYS OUT THERE ACTUALLY IMPRESS WITH ME WITH THERE WORK. TRUTHFULLY IM NOT IMPRESSED WITH PAUL DALTONS WORK. IM MORE IMPRESSED WITH HIS ADVERTISER`S THEN ANYTHING. YOU MY FRIEND I AM IMPRESSED WITH. NOT ONE THING MISSED!!! THANK YOU FOR INSPIRING ME AND MANY OTHERS. :up:up:up

Thank you very much for your kind words!!!

**Todd@RUPES** · 12-11-2008, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by akimel

Bravo, Todd! Bravo!

Thanks akimel!

Originally Posted by grease

Wow! Can`t believe I missed this! Great car that now looks incredible!

Few questions. Why not wash the engine bay before you correct the paint, followed by another engine wipedown after the paint has been corrected? I wouldnt think youd need to be so careful with the engine detailing then?

About the exhaust tips...Have you tried the Wolfgang Metalwerks products? The Compound might have worked well!

Whats your process for door jambs? APC first? What tools are you using to get around joints and hosing? Do you regrease the joints after?

Again, great job!

The engine on the spyders is barely visible so it wouldn`t have made sense to wash it, then cover it in polishing dust. I first washed the jambs with 10:1 Meguiars APC, then used car soap, and pressure washed. Yes I greased the joints.

**imported_Exelero** · 12-11-2008, 11:24 PM

Very exceptional work you have a great eye for detail as not many detailer`s go this far during a detail.I do wish you were close to me as i could use a detailer of your nature at my shop.I wish you well an hope to meet someday would love to swap stories good luck an well done.