Gleaming Kleen - Aston Marin Vantage

[Bobby G]

Holly and I are thinking of getting on of the new Ford Explorer Sport Tracs. Does anyone have one? If so, how do you like it?

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[JasonC8301]

I don't have one, but it seems like a very good idea, half SUV/ half pick up.



I hope the picture you included was from another person. The wheels look blah! Well the cars you own wouldn't get that dirty!



Hope someone offers their advice that actually owns one,

Jason

 

[hkross]

Go for it. My rich friends dad had one. And the guy who fixed my cluch has one. They love it. Go for it! if you want some more info go to http://www.fordvehicles.com/suvs/explorersporttrac/

 

[Ron Ketcham]

This past week while in Dearborn working on some other projects, we went over to one of the Rapid Concern Definition shops and looked at one that was of a series produced which had a floor cracking problem.



They were working on a fix.



Apparently, it is only effecting one series of VIN numbers.



If you like, I can call and get the series.



Other than that, there are no constant concerns to be addressed and as I stated, only a few are affected.



Don't have any information on why it happened, but if you wish, will attempt to find out.



800-543-7156, we are on eastern time, and all but this Tuesday, the girls will transfer you to my cell.



Ketch

 

[Bobby G]

Ron,



Thanks, I was aware of the problem, and it seems to be taken care of. If you have the series number, I would appreciate the information.



db

 

[rstype]

Check out Edmund's Crew Cab Comparison. The Dakota was first (I'm sure Detlman is now jumping up and down) and I understand why, but my personal pick is the Sport Trac, too.

I think the cool-ness will easily fit your lifestyle... but be aware of the fact the ex-Explorer platform is getting quite old.

 

[Ron Ketcham]

Have a yearly drunken, knock-down-drag-out best ball foursome golf tourny in the morning, but will find out Wed or Thurs and let you know.



The fix is still being time studied, but Hughes thinks it works, just trying to do it with out lifting the bed off, seems that when you do that , the whole cab gets tweeked.



Not good!

 

[Ron Ketcham]

The concern is only for those built before aprox. Jan 2001.



The cab would make "creaking" noises, the fix is for those built before Jan. 2001.



John says to check the jam for the build date, month/year and you will be fine.



Hope this helps you.



Ketch

:bounce

 

[Bobby G]

Thanks, Ron. I'll do that. We may go look this weekend.



db

 

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Vehicle given the usual wet stages - foam, wash, clay. Convertible top was cleaned and then protected with 303

Correction was carried out using Menz 3.02 on a Megs cutting pad, a drop of FCP was used in some area's

DA sanding marks were found on most panels, common thing with Astons

Paintwork was then refined using Megs 205

Cleaner fluid applied and then a coat of Swissvax Divine. Left this to cure whilst I carried on with some of the small jobs such as polishing the exhausts and cleaning the leather

All seals conditioned using swissvax seal feed


Cleaner fluid applied to wheels and removed and then each recieved a coat of swissvax autobahn. Tyres dress with Swissvax Pneu


End result

Short vid
YouTube- Gleaming Kleen - Aston Martin Vantage.

Thanks for looking

 

[imported_broker99]

very nice work. I really like the Aston Martin line up. Great color as well.

 

[imported_Luster]

Excellent job, Jay! Nice correction and nice photos!:thumbup:

 

[imported_Flash Gordon]

Outstanding as usual Jay. Beautiful deep/rich colour

Thanks for posting with Truth In Detailing :rockon:

 

[BimmerSean]

Beautiful job...I can't believe that these expensive exotic cars are sent out of the factory with sanding marks all over the place like that. They should be ashamed...Anyhow, nice work...

Sean,,,,,,

 

[hopsgt500]

Vehicle given the usual wet stages - foam, wash, clay. Convertible top was cleaned and then protected with 303

Correction was carried out using Menz 3.02 on a Megs cutting pad, a drop of FCP was used in some area's

DA sanding marks were found on most panels, common thing with Astons

Paintwork was then refined using Megs 205

Cleaner fluid applied and then a coat of Swissvax Divine. Left this to cure whilst I carried on with some of the small jobs such as polishing the exhausts and cleaning the leather

All seals conditioned using swissvax seal feed


Cleaner fluid applied to wheels and removed and then each recieved a coat of swissvax autobahn. Tyres dress with Swissvax Pneu


End result

Short vid
YouTube- Gleaming Kleen - Aston Martin Vantage.

Thanks for looking

Man that is one awesome looking car. I love Austin Martins. Thanks for sharing. :thumbup:

 

[Leadfootluke]

Man that is one awesome looking car. I love Austin Martins. Thanks for sharing. :thumbup:

Can I ask why you quoted all of that? :banghead:

Actually, It wasn't bad seeing it all over twice :notworthy:

Great job!

 

[hopsgt500]

My apollogies. Old habits

 

[Todd@RUPES]

Stunning work, amazing pictures... GK for the win!

 

[Street Dreams]

Jay at it again, nice work as expected. Astonian sandy scracthes es muy no fun :StarWars:

 

[Tru_Shine]

I still get amazed when I see Aston Martins come like that from the factory. I wanna see more of that GK Detailing van!