well it was really cold outside today and when I went to look at the roof, there was a big spot. IT looks like it really hardened up because of the coldweather. What do i do about it? use quick detailer? or wash the spot?
well it was really cold outside today and when I went to look at the roof, there was a big spot. IT looks like it really hardened up because of the coldweather. What do i do about it? use quick detailer? or wash the spot?
2003 Apex Silver Lancer Evolution VIII
QD the messy part off and then wash it down with 50% Isopropyl Alcohol (aka IPA) and 50% distilled water. This I believe is said to neutralize the acids present. It also happens to remove any wax/sealant in the area but that`s the least of your concerns.
You should clean it off with soap and water as soon as possible. A mild abrasive would then be used on the area. Laters.
puterbum is 100% correect, use some alcohol on it (sounds like grandpa) to prevent further etching. If there is etching in the clear coat allready (probably not) then use some polish to smooth it out like Don said.
Ferrari 360 in Tour de France Blue. Overall the car was generally clean but the finish was in need of moderate correction.
After the wash, car was beading strong so a few extra steps were taken to strip the paint. Even after a citrus pre-soak, citrus 2 bucket wash paint was still beading. Multiple IPA wipedowns took care of the last bit of protection/glaze.
Correction shots
Few RID clusters on the engine cover section, kicked up the RPM and made a few extra passes sorting everything out
After
After finishing, brought up the clairty
Rear plastic window hazed and filmy as usual. Hand polished 3-4 times to remove the haze and restore clarity. Later I threw on a coat of jetseal to at least help with the water spotting in the future.
50/50 left side untouched, right side polished
Couple sun shots after correction and a rinse down
Interior after 2hrs. of work.
Tubi exhaust polished, engine degreased and plastics protected with 303
Final shots
Car out in the early afternoon, sun shots
Around 5:30
David Saunders
Street Dreams Detail
Now in San Diego California
..And as for the critics, tell me I don`t get it
Everybody can tell you how to do it, they never did it
Absolutely gorgeous job on that Dave! I like that blue as much as the Rosso Corsa... The metallic pop is outright spectacular. :thumbup:
Nice work! I really enjoyed the pictures - thanks for sharing! :drool5:
Jack
Nice job! I`ve never seen one of those cars... Look at those giant "Air-Gulping" intake openings on the front bumper! That`s a Testosterone Machine!
You did an excellent job!ancing Dot:
Bill Luster
Specializing in Detailing Corvettes....:thumbup:
You`ve been given one life.
Think about it.
:notworthy:Stellar work as usual David... you made that car look BETTER than new!:notworthy:
I have a client with a TdF 360 Stradale, I think it`s just about the most beautiful car I`ve ever seen. Nothing like a red Ferrari, but TdF sure looks killer on those cars as well.
Gary Bohannon
Beaux Art Detail
Nashville, TN
Dave,
You did it again. Your work continues to inspire us all.
Keep up the great work.:clap:ancing Dot:
Barry Schultz
Detailed Elegance
David Saunders
Street Dreams Detail
Now in San Diego California
..And as for the critics, tell me I don`t get it
Everybody can tell you how to do it, they never did it
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