a.k.a. Patrick
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This is a new client of mine. He had previously had some detailers come out, and well, there results didnt meet with his approval. The first guy apparently used a machine of some sort. I showed him the PC but he said it didnt look familiar, so I can only assume it was a Wen or Waxmaster, or a rotary. The next detailer tried by hand, obviously with no swirl removal reductionl.
This was a good opportunity for me to break my virginity with a couple new products today. First the new UDM (Ultimate Detailing Machine). Couldn't have arrived at a better time (yesterday) in time for a few details this holiday weekend.
The Carerra was sealed with Optimum OptiSeal. And Im not an easy one to break a "good" habit. I use FS UPP quite regularly, but since I was "in the mood" I gave the OS a shot, and I have to admit, it is certainly a wonderful product. Its so easy to use! Its like wiping on a clear version of UPP! And then doing nothing! It literally clear itself out, before your eyes. I had a few spots where I apparently went a little heavy (Hey Im a first timer with it!) but if you just rewipe with the sponge app, it dissapears. After I was all done with the OS, I put on a MF mit, and held the OS in the other hand for an occasional sprits for some quick touch ups. I found the MF mit (at least for me) mandatory with this product, it just made the whole process, idiot proof. A quick wipe around the Carerra, and it was glistening! Hopefully I will get to check its durability here again in a few months......The owner was extremely pleased and left a very generous tip to boot......
So first up, the Black Carerra S. Typical wash/dry induced swirls. Went at it with a few products first, including Optimum Compound/Orange, followed with Optimum Polish/White. Then tried Four Star Body Shop Medium Compound/Orange, followed with Four Star Body Shop Light Cut/White. Even tried the DG Pink Buffing Gel as a final polish, but I ended up staying with the FS BS twins. It was exactly what this Carerra needed. All first round polishing, I used the UDM, final polish I used the 7424, just to compare. I'll leave a few words about the UDM at the end of this thread.
Heres the marring/swirls in halogen and natural lighting. Excuse the halogen pic, bad setting on the cam....
Heres after
Tires treated with FS Tire Gel, Wheels cleaned with DG All Wheel Cleaner during wash, then QD'd......
Now, the Ultimate Detailing Machine
I found it to be slightly heavier then the original PC, and it vibrated just a tad more. But this thing doesnt know the word "bog". It doesnt even give a hint of stress. I found the dial adjustments a little more worthy of existance compared to the PC, It seems each number actually increases or decreases power supply with a simple turn. However, big mistake I made with the On/Off switch. After adhering the pad and applying polish, my hand or finger apparently ahem.........hit the switch, and you guessed it, it turned on and **** went flying everywhere!
The UDM is definetly a worthy machine, and with included pads, backing plate, bag and wrench at a buck and a half, its well worth it. Its a nice gradual step up, and it really tackled the Carerra's issues with ease.
Its a good buy, in my book!!
I also rediscovered the value of having two machines on hand, It just makes things a lot nicer to be able to compound and polish without having to swap pads. One panel at a time, and I was done in a little over 4 hours with this Carerra, inside and out.
This was a good opportunity for me to break my virginity with a couple new products today. First the new UDM (Ultimate Detailing Machine). Couldn't have arrived at a better time (yesterday) in time for a few details this holiday weekend.
The Carerra was sealed with Optimum OptiSeal. And Im not an easy one to break a "good" habit. I use FS UPP quite regularly, but since I was "in the mood" I gave the OS a shot, and I have to admit, it is certainly a wonderful product. Its so easy to use! Its like wiping on a clear version of UPP! And then doing nothing! It literally clear itself out, before your eyes. I had a few spots where I apparently went a little heavy (Hey Im a first timer with it!) but if you just rewipe with the sponge app, it dissapears. After I was all done with the OS, I put on a MF mit, and held the OS in the other hand for an occasional sprits for some quick touch ups. I found the MF mit (at least for me) mandatory with this product, it just made the whole process, idiot proof. A quick wipe around the Carerra, and it was glistening! Hopefully I will get to check its durability here again in a few months......The owner was extremely pleased and left a very generous tip to boot......
So first up, the Black Carerra S. Typical wash/dry induced swirls. Went at it with a few products first, including Optimum Compound/Orange, followed with Optimum Polish/White. Then tried Four Star Body Shop Medium Compound/Orange, followed with Four Star Body Shop Light Cut/White. Even tried the DG Pink Buffing Gel as a final polish, but I ended up staying with the FS BS twins. It was exactly what this Carerra needed. All first round polishing, I used the UDM, final polish I used the 7424, just to compare. I'll leave a few words about the UDM at the end of this thread.
Heres the marring/swirls in halogen and natural lighting. Excuse the halogen pic, bad setting on the cam....
Heres after
Tires treated with FS Tire Gel, Wheels cleaned with DG All Wheel Cleaner during wash, then QD'd......
Now, the Ultimate Detailing Machine
I found it to be slightly heavier then the original PC, and it vibrated just a tad more. But this thing doesnt know the word "bog". It doesnt even give a hint of stress. I found the dial adjustments a little more worthy of existance compared to the PC, It seems each number actually increases or decreases power supply with a simple turn. However, big mistake I made with the On/Off switch. After adhering the pad and applying polish, my hand or finger apparently ahem.........hit the switch, and you guessed it, it turned on and **** went flying everywhere!
The UDM is definetly a worthy machine, and with included pads, backing plate, bag and wrench at a buck and a half, its well worth it. Its a nice gradual step up, and it really tackled the Carerra's issues with ease.
Its a good buy, in my book!!
I also rediscovered the value of having two machines on hand, It just makes things a lot nicer to be able to compound and polish without having to swap pads. One panel at a time, and I was done in a little over 4 hours with this Carerra, inside and out.
