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A long-term friend and my RAF squadron leader was involved in an auto accident, he was stopped at traffic lights when another car hit his car. He is now unable to stand for long periods and his hands loose gripping strength periodically. His pride and joy is a garage queen red / tan interior 1962 Jaguar E-Type, a regular BOS winner in Concours d??l?gance events.
He asked me if I could come up with some suggestions to enable him to detail his beloved Jag. Of course I offered to detail it for him but he declined as he wants to maintain his independence.
So this is what I came up with. If anyone has any comments or advice that I could incorporate into this routine, both of us would be very grateful.
For someone who has limited motor function or a partly physically disabled person who would find it difficult to carry water buckets around this maybe the answer. Optimum No Rinse (ONR) Car wash solution dilution ratio - 1oz / 2 gallons either in a 16 oz spray bottle or a pressure sprayers give easy, accurate and cost effective application.
Spray down individual panels, glass surfaces or wheels with ONR solution, and then wipe-down each panel with a wet micro fibre towel
Polishing
The FLEX L3403 VRG - lightweight (4.85 lbs) Power Output: 11.5 Amp electric motor, this Circular Polisher is slim, lightweight, and powerful .Remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation like any circular polishing machine, but the L3403 is so light and easy to use, you?d think it was an orbital.
Porter-Cable 7424 XP- lightweight (4.75 lbs) with a 4.5 Amp electric motor, with a more ergonomic placement of speed dial and upgraded on/off switch. The random orbital buffer gets is name from the action of the buffer (or polishing head) This operates by the shaft rotating and spinning the back plate on an orbit radius or an eccentric offset (or throw) of 5/32-inch as opposed to a revolution on a direct-drive system, and within this eccentric orbit it also rotates in very small circles
The random orbital buffer operates with a variable speed, user adjustable, from 2,500 ? 6,000 orbits per minute. (Speed # 1-5 also have a half speed setting) The application of detailing products with a random orbital has the advantage of ensuring an even pressure and constant contact speed, mimicking free hand motion but at a far greater speed. By allowing the weight and the random motion of the machine do the work, thus ensuring that the product is applied in a thin even layer, and will allow products to get embedded deeper into the paint film surface's porosity.
Spray wax
Optimum contains UVA and UVB absorbers to shield your paint from all the sun?s harmful rays. The formula combines high-grade carnauba wax and sealant polymers to give you outstanding shine and protection. The carnauba produces a warm, high-impact gloss that is the standard in the auto care industry while the polymers bond the shine to the paint to create the long-lasting durability typical of a synthetic wax.
The best part is that Optimum Car Wax is incredibly easy to apply wipe on, walk away (WOWA) Spray it onto your vehicle and spread it over the paint with a microfiber towel. No buffing is required to get a gorgeous carnauba shine. Paint has a beautiful, wet shine and is protected from the sun, acid rain, and pollution for up to 5 months.
Paint Surface Maintenance
The Original California Car Duster? - utilizes the proven technology of baking a special paraffin wax into 100% cotton strands to assure that dust is lifted and removed, not just pushed around. The CCD gives cars the appearance of looking just washed. The traditional, classic wooden handle and heavy duty mop head preferred by car show entrants and enthusiasts. When first purchased place the CCD strand side down on newspaper for 48 hours to eliminate any excess paraffin wax. Use very little downward pressure and use long even strokes in one direction only. There is no need to wash the CCD; the longer it?s used the better it works. I?ve had mine for almost six years, the previous ten year old CCD ?walked?? at a Concours d??l?gance event.
Wheel Surfaces
?Use detailing clay to remove any embedded contaminants
?Use a solvent based cleaner to remove any road tar
?Apply P21S Total Auto Wash to wheel surfaces and let soak in, agitate with a long-handled boar?s haired brush before rinsing
?Spray P21S Wheel Cleaner (Gel or Liquid) this cleaner is 100% acid-free and will not damage any type of wheel finish. (Gel for badly soiled and regular for normal soil) onto wheel rims and lat soak in (for badly soiled surfaces us P21S-Red (422)
?Before finally removing cleaner, agitate with a soft brush and then rinse off (See Wheel Brushes)
?Rinse wheel surface thoroughly with clean water
Interior
Iz einszett Cockpit Premium, an interior treatment developed specifically for the cockpit providing an original factory matte finish. For use on dash, vinyl seats, urethane covered leather upholstery, door handles, trim, stereo/head units, and clear plastic. Cleans components and contains (UV) protection that prevents fading from the sun that occurs over time.
The gentle formula is water-based and free of oils providing a flat matte, original showroom finish. Non-slip finish allows for application on the steering wheel and gear-shift knob
Application ? spray product onto a micro fibre towel and wipe down areas to be detailed. Allow to dry and buff lightly
Cleaning Glass
The Glass Master Pro is a 14 inch wand with a triangular cleaning head, which allows you to clean near and far without uncomfortable stretching or straining. The wedge-shaped head fits perfectly into the corners of the windshield or back window so you reach every speck of dust, the perfect tool for a sloping back window.
The tool includes 2 triangular sponge faced paddles, that snap on and off with ease. These paddles make wet and dry cleaning possible during the same session without requiring any extra preparation. The durable, elastic trimmed bonnets come in three varieties: micro-fibre, nylon mesh and cotton terry. All of the bonnets are reusable, reversible and washable.
Apply Stoners Invisible Glass ? to the micro fibre glass cleaning (very low nap) towel and rub glass surface with a light to medium pressure (it will dry streak-free / lint-free) Be sure to roll down your windows about half way so you can clean the top edges of the glass.
He asked me if I could come up with some suggestions to enable him to detail his beloved Jag. Of course I offered to detail it for him but he declined as he wants to maintain his independence.
So this is what I came up with. If anyone has any comments or advice that I could incorporate into this routine, both of us would be very grateful.
For someone who has limited motor function or a partly physically disabled person who would find it difficult to carry water buckets around this maybe the answer. Optimum No Rinse (ONR) Car wash solution dilution ratio - 1oz / 2 gallons either in a 16 oz spray bottle or a pressure sprayers give easy, accurate and cost effective application.
Spray down individual panels, glass surfaces or wheels with ONR solution, and then wipe-down each panel with a wet micro fibre towel
Polishing
The FLEX L3403 VRG - lightweight (4.85 lbs) Power Output: 11.5 Amp electric motor, this Circular Polisher is slim, lightweight, and powerful .Remove swirls, scratches, and oxidation like any circular polishing machine, but the L3403 is so light and easy to use, you?d think it was an orbital.
Porter-Cable 7424 XP- lightweight (4.75 lbs) with a 4.5 Amp electric motor, with a more ergonomic placement of speed dial and upgraded on/off switch. The random orbital buffer gets is name from the action of the buffer (or polishing head) This operates by the shaft rotating and spinning the back plate on an orbit radius or an eccentric offset (or throw) of 5/32-inch as opposed to a revolution on a direct-drive system, and within this eccentric orbit it also rotates in very small circles
The random orbital buffer operates with a variable speed, user adjustable, from 2,500 ? 6,000 orbits per minute. (Speed # 1-5 also have a half speed setting) The application of detailing products with a random orbital has the advantage of ensuring an even pressure and constant contact speed, mimicking free hand motion but at a far greater speed. By allowing the weight and the random motion of the machine do the work, thus ensuring that the product is applied in a thin even layer, and will allow products to get embedded deeper into the paint film surface's porosity.
Spray wax
Optimum contains UVA and UVB absorbers to shield your paint from all the sun?s harmful rays. The formula combines high-grade carnauba wax and sealant polymers to give you outstanding shine and protection. The carnauba produces a warm, high-impact gloss that is the standard in the auto care industry while the polymers bond the shine to the paint to create the long-lasting durability typical of a synthetic wax.
The best part is that Optimum Car Wax is incredibly easy to apply wipe on, walk away (WOWA) Spray it onto your vehicle and spread it over the paint with a microfiber towel. No buffing is required to get a gorgeous carnauba shine. Paint has a beautiful, wet shine and is protected from the sun, acid rain, and pollution for up to 5 months.
Paint Surface Maintenance
The Original California Car Duster? - utilizes the proven technology of baking a special paraffin wax into 100% cotton strands to assure that dust is lifted and removed, not just pushed around. The CCD gives cars the appearance of looking just washed. The traditional, classic wooden handle and heavy duty mop head preferred by car show entrants and enthusiasts. When first purchased place the CCD strand side down on newspaper for 48 hours to eliminate any excess paraffin wax. Use very little downward pressure and use long even strokes in one direction only. There is no need to wash the CCD; the longer it?s used the better it works. I?ve had mine for almost six years, the previous ten year old CCD ?walked?? at a Concours d??l?gance event.
Wheel Surfaces
?Use detailing clay to remove any embedded contaminants
?Use a solvent based cleaner to remove any road tar
?Apply P21S Total Auto Wash to wheel surfaces and let soak in, agitate with a long-handled boar?s haired brush before rinsing
?Spray P21S Wheel Cleaner (Gel or Liquid) this cleaner is 100% acid-free and will not damage any type of wheel finish. (Gel for badly soiled and regular for normal soil) onto wheel rims and lat soak in (for badly soiled surfaces us P21S-Red (422)
?Before finally removing cleaner, agitate with a soft brush and then rinse off (See Wheel Brushes)
?Rinse wheel surface thoroughly with clean water
Interior
Iz einszett Cockpit Premium, an interior treatment developed specifically for the cockpit providing an original factory matte finish. For use on dash, vinyl seats, urethane covered leather upholstery, door handles, trim, stereo/head units, and clear plastic. Cleans components and contains (UV) protection that prevents fading from the sun that occurs over time.
The gentle formula is water-based and free of oils providing a flat matte, original showroom finish. Non-slip finish allows for application on the steering wheel and gear-shift knob
Application ? spray product onto a micro fibre towel and wipe down areas to be detailed. Allow to dry and buff lightly
Cleaning Glass
The Glass Master Pro is a 14 inch wand with a triangular cleaning head, which allows you to clean near and far without uncomfortable stretching or straining. The wedge-shaped head fits perfectly into the corners of the windshield or back window so you reach every speck of dust, the perfect tool for a sloping back window.
The tool includes 2 triangular sponge faced paddles, that snap on and off with ease. These paddles make wet and dry cleaning possible during the same session without requiring any extra preparation. The durable, elastic trimmed bonnets come in three varieties: micro-fibre, nylon mesh and cotton terry. All of the bonnets are reusable, reversible and washable.
Apply Stoners Invisible Glass ? to the micro fibre glass cleaning (very low nap) towel and rub glass surface with a light to medium pressure (it will dry streak-free / lint-free) Be sure to roll down your windows about half way so you can clean the top edges of the glass.
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