Wheelzntoys
New member
Did it require claying?
First matte vehicle that gets my attention, great looking!
First matte vehicle that gets my attention, great looking!
And now for something completely different....
- Thread starter mjlinane
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ihaveacamaro
I like teeth
Looks great Mike!
Is that painted or wrapped?
Is that painted or wrapped?
mjlinane
My name is Mike
Thanks Pat, Troy, Wheelzntoys and Roshan.
It was explained on arrival to the owner - at least to the point it was fully understood - in this case. In preparing for this one, I found that Hyundai has a matte option for the Velocitor and they also say matte is a no-no for a daily driver.
I did not clay. Excessive touching of the paint is not recommended. That is why I want Permanon Super Matte. Should be the minimally abrasive way of getting protection on the car.
The paint is very slightly textured which (I believe) is how they get the matte finish.
Custom paint from Mercedes Benz.
It was explained on arrival to the owner - at least to the point it was fully understood - in this case. In preparing for this one, I found that Hyundai has a matte option for the Velocitor and they also say matte is a no-no for a daily driver.
I did not clay. Excessive touching of the paint is not recommended. That is why I want Permanon Super Matte. Should be the minimally abrasive way of getting protection on the car.
The paint is very slightly textured which (I believe) is how they get the matte finish.
Custom paint from Mercedes Benz.
mjlinane
My name is Mike
This one came back on Saturday for a bit of sprucing up. Played with two new things:
1) My electric pressure washer developed a leak in the wand. Thought, "no biggie, I'll go buy a replacement wand and hose." Uh, no. Proprietary fittings on both ends of the hose. @#%$!! So I went to my second favorite store (behind ACC
), Costco, and picked up a Honda-powered Simpson unit - 3000psi 2.4gpm! Used it with my MTM foam cannon and CG Meticulous Matte Car Wash (1.5oz) and sticky shaving cream. Love it. World of difference from my old unit.
2) After I finished playing with the PW, out came Permanon SuperMatte. This is the only way to go on a matte/satin finish. Applied with my Porter Cable compressor + my Harbor Freight Detail Spray Gun (Item # 92126) and dried with MetroVac 8hp Car Dryer. Used about 4oz of 10% solution. A light wipe down with distilled water took care of any spots. Left a super silky feel and did not increase gloss at all.
SuperMatte's brother will be featured in my next Showcase post. (I'm learning about the art of the tease from Todd. )
1) My electric pressure washer developed a leak in the wand. Thought, "no biggie, I'll go buy a replacement wand and hose." Uh, no. Proprietary fittings on both ends of the hose. @#%$!! So I went to my second favorite store (behind ACC
), Costco, and picked up a Honda-powered Simpson unit - 3000psi 2.4gpm! Used it with my MTM foam cannon and CG Meticulous Matte Car Wash (1.5oz) and sticky shaving cream. Love it. World of difference from my old unit.2) After I finished playing with the PW, out came Permanon SuperMatte. This is the only way to go on a matte/satin finish. Applied with my Porter Cable compressor + my Harbor Freight Detail Spray Gun (Item # 92126) and dried with MetroVac 8hp Car Dryer. Used about 4oz of 10% solution. A light wipe down with distilled water took care of any spots. Left a super silky feel and did not increase gloss at all.
SuperMatte's brother will be featured in my next Showcase post. (I'm learning about the art of the tease from Todd.
)
kc's
New member
keep them coming
Loves seeing something different
Loves seeing something different
Ronkh
Wax Waster
Something must be wrong with me. Either I've been going crazy lately, or headaches and allergies have me screwed up.............
But
This car is starting to turn me on, more and more.
The subtle reflection of the matte is doing something for me.
But
This car is starting to turn me on, more and more.
The subtle reflection of the matte is doing something for me.
tropicsteve
New member
mjlinane
My name is Mike
Thanks kc.
I'm in the same boat. Got to ride back to the owner's in it and, from the inside (low angle), it is just as glossy as a normal paint. the more perpendicular you get, the more matte. Very cool car... in every way.
I'm in the same boat. Got to ride back to the owner's in it and, from the inside (low angle), it is just as glossy as a normal paint. the more perpendicular you get, the more matte. Very cool car... in every way.
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
This one came back on Saturday for a bit of sprucing up. Played with two new things:
1) My electric pressure washer developed a leak in the wand. Thought, "no biggie, I'll go buy a replacement wand and hose." Uh, no. Proprietary fittings on both ends of the hose. @#%$!! So I went to my second favorite store (behind ACC
2) After I finished playing with the PW, out came Permanon SuperMatte. This is the only way to go on a matte/satin finish. Applied with my Porter Cable compressor + my Harbor Freight Detail Spray Gun (Item # 92126) and dried with MetroVac 8hp Car Dryer. Used about 4oz of 10% solution. A light wipe down with distilled water took care of any spots. Left a super silky feel and did not increase gloss at all.
SuperMatte's brother will be featured in my next Showcase post. (I'm learning about the art of the tease from Todd.
Great job and nothing wrong with teasing!
mjlinane
My name is Mike
Thanks, Todd!
Evan.J
I'm addicted to Shine
Nice Job!
mjlinane
My name is Mike
Thanks Evan!