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FromG2Z 05-30-2011 01:03 PM

Memorial Day Detail
 
Since I had time, I went to town detailing all 3 vehicles this weekend... wash and wax, mostly.... swirl-free polishing was already done earlier this spring.

After a torrential downpour this past week, and several trips to visit family, the beast was covered in grime and bugs. Correction was done earlier this spring (using Menz SIP/85RD and Flex), so proper washing techniques is all that was needed to maintain the swirl free finish. (FYI, already used Opti-coat 2.0 on my Civic, but I am still debating whether or not to Optimum Opt-coat 2.0 it yet or not... I still love using my Fuzion and Souveran and Supernatural and 50/50 alternately.... hmmmmmmm)

*EDIT: will post some pics of the Civic detail, and of course the Z detail later as well.

Process:
2 bucket method
2 grit guards
DP Extreme Foam
ONR (2 capfuls)
OPC for bugs
ARO for rims and tires (Daytona and boar's hair brush)
Sonax High Speed Wax (my new favorite spray wax/drying aid...uber slick) and MF's for drying
2 coats of CG 50/50 (looks and applies as easy as Souveran, but with better flake pop and much better durability)


https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-0...0/DSC_1262.jpg

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Now some in-sun close ups to show a swirl free finish and the Honda Nighthawk pearl paint flake. I love that little hint of blue.



https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-F...0/DSC_1245.jpg

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https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-F...0/DSC_1263.jpg


Yes, even the mirrors are swirl free;)

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-c...0/DSC_1265.jpg


Thanks for looking!!!

FromG2Z 05-30-2011 07:33 PM

Z also coated with 2nd layer of 50/50...

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-t...0/DSC_1266.jpg

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https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-0...0/DSC_1279.jpg

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Captainstevo 05-30-2011 07:48 PM

Looks good man! I've been detailing the Z this weekend as well using Zaino.

I'm gonna pick up a PC in the next month or so to get rid of those annoying swirls!

FromG2Z 06-01-2011 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainstevo (Post 1141881)
Looks good man! I've been detailing the Z this weekend as well using Zaino.

I'm gonna pick up a PC in the next month or so to get rid of those annoying swirls!

You'll love the PC... it was my first machine buffer ;) I've since moved on to a Flex, but still love my PC for quick touch ups


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