EisenHulk said:
That is simply ridiculous!
That is as close to perfect as you can get.
Thank you Eisen Hulk!
karburn said:
I am thinking of upgrading the lense anyways, does it make a big difference? -
For me it made a big difference. That VR feature makes it easier to drag the shutter a little w/o the blurring. In truth, this lens is way too good for my D70 - it would probably perform better on the D300 or the D80. BUT...the $850 price tag for the lens alone is pretty steep. I am thinking seriously of getting a smaller point-n-shoot unit like the Coolpix P5100 for those times I don't want to carry the big camera bag around.
Besides, with your typical subject matter, it's hard to take a bad picture. :grinno:
Thanks Karburn, you just cost me 850 dollars
Got_Leather said:
I was wondering when a 4inch wool pad would be available. Great job on the detail once again.
DJ
Thanks DJ. Autogeek has them and I love them!
zoomzoom mazda5 said:
Totally perfect the both of you have done to a fine piece of art! Puro Bella!!!!!!!You got to give Brian some of those small wools pad so i can try them out someday! Always looking up to the both of my amigo's!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:bow:bow:bow.........Angelo
Thanks Angelo! I will be in Tampa on the 30th-2nd doing a huge concours detail on a vintage Ferrari. Come check it out then!
tdekany said:
Another excellent finish!!!!!!
Red is beautiful when mint. :bow:xyxthumbs:xyxthumbs:xyxthumbs:xyxthumbs:xyxthumbs
Thanks Thomas!
baseballlover1 said:
AMAZING JOBBBBBB! Todd you always do amazing work! Hey did you by any chance document the Enzo Or carrera GT? I REALLY want to see a write up of those. or how bout the f40 i saw you worked on. I need my ferrari fix again todd! Btw im guna call you soon about the beetle im working on.
I didn't bring my camera for the GT. I did take some pictures of the Enzo, but there was a lot of work to be done. I have done 2 or 3 threads on F40's, but I can do another (I have two more to add). I'm just not motivated to do click and brags anymore.
G35stilez said:
Todd: Truly about as good as it gets. I commend you.
You two are truly inspirational in the work you do. The fact that a customer is willing to shell out countless dollars for perfection, pay you for it, then you guys hit a grand slam.
I do have a couple questions for you:
- You used 3 different metal polishes for interior, exterior, and engine - why?
- What type of washing media do you use (sheepskin, sponge, schmitt, chenille)?
- I see you using #7 and while the difference is in the prep, why not shoot for something like Clearkote RMG, which is light years easier to use and looks great?
Again, phenomenal work.
Thanks Sean.
1) No reason
2) Sheepskin or grout sponges
3) I like both, but prefer RMG by machine and #7 by hand. After a long day of polishing and holding a machine, I usually go by hand. I personally love #7 and think it among the best glazes out there.
charlesaferg said:
Found it! Thanks!
Specifically, it's a 3.5".
Foamed Wool 3.5 inch Buffing/Polishing Pad, spot polish with Lake Country Foamed Wool Pad, wool buffing pad, small wool pad
What backing plate do you use with that? Mine doesn't seem suitable, nor does this one from autogeek...
2-3/4 Hook & Loop Backing Plate
Also, explain what you mean by, "Custom cut into hand applicator?"
I cut some foam pads with foam sheers into custom hand applicatiors and ran a strap across the back. Works nice.
P1et said:
Stunning work, hard to beat it!
Thanks P1et!
MotorCity said:
Superb work as always Todd & Brian...:xyxthumbs
fishbonezken said:
thanks for answering my questions

:2thumbs:
Thanks for asking them and compliments!
baseballlover1 said:
I belive that that is suitable. I use something that looks exactly like the pic but i thought mine was 3 3/4 in. I guess not. It works great!
Agreed
autobahnshine said:
Beautiful write up, beautiful detail... Bella Macchina has come a long way since the first thread, that's for sure! A great marketing strategy, and great people to talk to on the forums, with loads of information to share to the other beginers. What could be better?
I really enjoy seeing this level of detailing. I like the 'look' of Bella Macchina, and the standard of quality they hold to themselves. Way to go guys, keep it up!! By the way Todd, are you planning on pursuring a different career in the future (medicine?)?
I would love to see pictures of the custom applicators...
I will get pictures. I finished pre-med so now I have two degrees, but I am enjoying being a car washer. I really have no idea what the future holds, it is nice to have something to fall back on. Now I just need to work on my spelling.
DaGonz said:
:bow:bow:bow Absolutely incredible!!! :bow:bow:bow
Thanks Gonz!
drew.haynes said:
Nice job. And yeah, I was noticing those three little triangle-formation specks of sensor dust also.. like a little poke in the eye on some of those pictures. lol.
Thanks, sorry about the dust.
gmblack3a said:
Perfection at it's finest!
Thanks Bryan!
charlesaferg said:
Is that your home? It's beautiful!
Is this your main occupation?
Also, figured I'd repeat my inquiry regarding hand polishing the louvers, the "custom cut to fit" applicators.
No not my home, I don't charge that much. Louvers recieved hand polishing (same as the buckets).
dmw2692004 said:
amazing detail. as usual. great work.
Thanks!
rydawg said:
Amazing job Todd and Brian!
That is one hell of a collector piece.
One hell of a cool car as well, thanks Ryan!
charlesaferg said:
This was in the hangar of the Malibu Piper I detailed a little more than a month ago...
Look familiar? :chuckle:
I didn't get a chance to really look it over, but the owner of the aircraft told me that the owner of that car is seriously interested in getting it detailed.
One big question for you guys, what type of paint do these cars have from the factory? CC? SS? Hard, soft? I'll figure it out on my own, but any feedback would be helpful to know before meeting with the client.
Heck, I could go to the hangar now if I wanted to.
Anyways, let me know guys.
Again, that red jag is a sight, people look up to such perfection. You're a role model to be admired and a great teacher as well.
Thanks. Car was repainted, so I don't know how the orginal paint is. Should be a fun car to do!
Moutee said:
Your work goes beyond what I ever imagined a detail could be. Bella Machina sets the standard, bar none, and from this point on it's nowhere else but up for you as your techniques improve. Hats off to the two of you, Todd and Brian; your knack for perfection is beyond compare.
- Marc
Thanks Marc!
simracer said:
Awesome job, great pics and the Jag E-type is sex on wheels.
Just wish he could lose those bumper extensions. They detract from the otherwise beautiful lines.
I have another XKE lined up (dark blue) with out the extensions, should be awesome!
Petrucci_M3 said:
Simply AMAZING work guys. WOW!
Truely masters at their work.
Thanks Petrucci!
maesal said:
Wow, congratulations, amazing work as always
Thanks Maesal
RickRack said:
Todd & Bryan,
Your work is absolutely amazing!!
The pictures look great too!
Thanks!
jpochile said:
WoW Scott what a super detail . That red paint really looks out of this world . Had a girlfriend back in college that had a type E V12 1974 that was a dream to drive but not very friendly to the gas pump . Back on those days in college money was never easy to come by .
Cheers , Jean Paul
Thanks Jean Paul.
Raz5219 said:
Fantastic work! The E-Type is one of my favorite cars of all time! I'd love to have the priviledge of owning one someday. :brit
I would love to have the priveledge of detailing it for you
fergnation said:
The car looks awesome, but this is no suprise. The two of you just do some completely sick work. Seriously, I can't tell you how much your work pisses me off. Thanks to the two of you, I continually find myself going back over certain aspects of details, knowing that you guys wouldn't let it go. I have honestly cussed your name a couple of times while I go over a panel for the third time or am laying on the ground trying to get to that spot that no one would ever see. But there is no way I could let these small details pass after seeing the work you two do. All of us profesional detailers believe we are the best, but you sure do make me question that.
One question though. What is up with the #7. It has been used in your last couple of details. Also, are you changing away from the Zaino products?
Thanks ferg and sorry about the OCD I am causing you (I have it too, trust me). I have only posted a small handful of the cars I have been doing, which 80% get Zaino. I still love Zaino, but I do have clients that prefer carnauba wax so I enjoy using that as well.