Mercedes 500E.....Very Pic Heavy!!!

**imported_Kevin Brown** · 05-14-2011, 01:11 PM

Nick Dawg... Texas PIMP !!! Weightlifter

You`re getting better and better with the sanding gig... nice work!

**yalerd** · 05-14-2011, 01:42 PM

Damn Nick! That`s an awesome job you did.
Did the owner asked if that was his car?! jajaja

**imported_wendell jarvis** · 05-14-2011, 05:09 PM

Nick, That my friend is true detailing, what a wicked turn around, hey, question, I use a Makita 9227c what type of pads do you recommend? I have tons of LC CCS Smart Pads, Hydro Pads (they blow) as for durability, Purple wool foam pads, Surbuf.....But kinda unhappy about the way they all perform, I know there has to be some better pads for Rotarys out there

**imported_Stokdgs** · 05-14-2011, 05:12 PM

Beautiful technique and work, Nick !!!!
That was a unbelievable turn around!
Im guessing owner had it painted but not finish compounded, etc., right ?

Glad he picked you to finish the project - it is absolutely gorgeous !
Thanks for the hard work and for sharing the pics !
Dan F

**bmw5541** · 05-14-2011, 06:10 PM

WOW Nick,
You did an amazing job on that MB. There was a bit of everything there (swirls, RIDS, scratches, water spots and major orange peel), and you kicked it`s but BIG TIME!!!!
Your before and afters really tell a story.
Great work.:notworthy:

**Old Pirate** · 05-14-2011, 07:47 PM

Wow, what a true correction from the kitchen sink to the house fallen on one. Amazing turnaround on the beast!

**imported_glfahlc** · 05-15-2011, 10:40 AM

can`t believe a pro painter would let something like that leave his shop... you made it look like its supposed to look nick...great job

**DigTheRide** · 05-15-2011, 11:23 AM

Wow, amazing work! I love these cars and it`s great to see it looking like it should!

**michakaveli** · 05-15-2011, 12:37 PM

Great job on a German Classic!! :clap:

**Todd@RUPES** · 05-15-2011, 10:21 PM

Great work Nick. I detailed one of these (on live video stream) about two years ago. Super cool cars, but the work you did on this is AMAZING! Hope all is well!

**93fox** · 05-16-2011, 12:19 AM

Originally Posted by wendell jarvis

Nick, That my friend is true detailing, what a wicked turn around, hey, question, I use a Makita 9227c what type of pads do you recommend? I have tons of LC CCS Smart Pads, Hydro Pads (they blow) as for durability, Purple wool foam pads, Surbuf.....But kinda unhappy about the way they all perform, I know there has to be some better pads for Rotarys out there

That is odd. I use 5.5 pads on my makita and the result is just down right amazing. I have used so far LC pads and its what has worked best for me. Its just wierd how you say that you are unhappy about the way they preform.

**Nick Chapman** · 05-16-2011, 07:46 AM

Thanks for ALL the compliments! I was surprised to see 3 pages when I logged on!!!! Thanks guys!!

Sorry guys, been super busy the past few days. Working on another couple of projects right now.

I`m not sure why you`re having issues with the pads. Before MF, I used all the same pads you`re having problems with now. So I`m not sure what to recommend, but it could be the paint you`re working on also(if you`re just working on your own car). Makes you mad enough to just pull your hair out! ~X(

**muttgrunt** · 05-16-2011, 01:05 PM

Stunning documentation and revival. A great and timeless car being brought back to life is something all car enthusiasts enjoy looking at, and I hope the owner is as excited and grateful for your work as I know I would have been if that was my ride. Great job!