The New "What did you do with your Z today" (with off topic replies) II

Pintsize725 · 12-08-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by blackcherry20

Not me

waiting on supper, them hubby, then start all over again

where is mr. Pint

Mr. Pint works during the weekend.

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

Pint did you use enough detail spray. I use a lot because otherwise the clay will create thin marks/scratches.

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Yeah, I used plenty. These are tiny spots like the dirt specs were relocated. But holy dirty hatch! Took me forever to do it and I'm still not happy with the results.

JARblue · 12-08-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Yeah, I used plenty. These are tiny spots like the dirt specs were relocated. But holy dirty hatch! Took me forever to do it and I'm still not happy with the results.

I am wondering how good a job they did on that "handwash" you paid for... The clay shouldn't be picking up ridiculous amounts of dirt and depositing them elsewhere. If it is, the car needs another wash or you are just using the clay for too long before folding it over.

Pintsize725 · 12-08-2012, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I am wondering how good a job they did on that "handwash" you paid for... The clay shouldn't be picking up ridiculous amounts of dirt and depositing them elsewhere. If it is, the car needs another wash or you are just using the clay for too long before folding it over.

I'm probably not doing it right. Oh well. It's still not getting rid of any scuff marks or what look like bird crap spots.

JARblue · 12-08-2012, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

I'm probably not doing it right. Oh well. It's still not getting rid of any scuff marks or what look like bird crap spots.

I really doubt that; it's just not that difficult. And frankly, clay isn't really supposed to get rid of big scuff marks or anything. It is designed to get some of the more stubborn dirt and grime out of the clear coat so that the wax can go on the cleanest surface possible.

Pintsize725 · 12-08-2012, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I really doubt that; it's just not that difficult. And frankly, clay isn't really supposed to get rid of big scuff marks or anything. It is designed to get some of the more stubborn dirt and grime out of the clear coat so that the wax can go on the cleanest surface possible.

Well what the heck removes scuffs and possible bird poo marks?

happytheman · 12-08-2012, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Well what the heck removes scuffs and possible bird poo marks?

Sounds to me like you need a proper paint correction performed with a Porter Cable (or similar) random orbital polisher.

onzedge · 12-08-2012, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Sounds to me like you need a proper paint correction performed with a Porter Cable (or similar) random orbital polisher.

Pintsize725 · 12-08-2012, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Sounds to me like you need a proper paint correction performed with a Porter Cable (or similar) random orbital polisher.

I give up. I hate this car.

alcheng · 12-08-2012, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

Mr. Alcheng!!!!

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Originally Posted by Nismo89

Alcheng... reppin from the 111 district

Arr... I am on 111.....

still have a long way to get close to the legend... you know... the edge-legend...

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Seriously?

I paid $49 this morning for a handwash so I could start the clay today.

the clay will remove most of the dirt on the surface, but then you need to do a quick wash, then re-apply wax on the surface.

Also, make sure you fold & knead then flatten the clay bar when the clay bar gets dirty...

alcheng · 12-08-2012, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

I'm probably not doing it right. Oh well. It's still not getting rid of any scuff marks or what look like bird crap spots.

Clay won't remove scuff or scratches, and if you don't clay the surface correctly, you might end up with more swirls...

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Well what the heck removes scuffs and possible bird poo marks?

You can try this...:

Or, I found the Meguiar's Quick Detailing Spray:

Nismo89 · 12-08-2012, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by alcheng

Arr... I am on 111.....

still have a long way to get close to the legend... you know... the edge-legend...

the clay will remove most of the dirt on the surface, but then you need to do a quick wash, then re-apply wax on the surface.

Also, make sure you fold & knead then flatten the clay bar when the clay bar gets dirty...

get it get it!

gurneyeagle · 12-08-2012, 11:00 PM

[QUOTE=Pintsize725;2051602]I'm probably not doing it right. Oh well. It's still not getting rid of any scuff marks or what look like bird crap spots.[/QUyou.

Ms. Pint - just make the drive to Houston, and I'll wash, clay, polish, and wax your car for you. Claying a Z shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. We have "tech days" where we help each other working on our cars.

We have the technology, we can help you!

alcheng · 12-08-2012, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

Ms. Pint - just make the drive to Houston, and I'll wash, clay, polish, and wax your car for you. Claying a Z shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. We have "tech days" where we help each other working on our cars.

We have the gurneyeagle, we can help you!

Fixed

Pintsize725 · 12-08-2012, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

Ms. Pint - just make the drive to Houston, and I'll wash, clay, polish, and wax your car for you. Claying a Z shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. We have "tech days" where we help each other working on our cars.

We have the technology, we can help you!

Gah. Should have told me earlier before I spent $60+ today on car stuff.

happytheman · 12-09-2012, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Pintsize725

Gah. Should have told me earlier before I spent $60+ today on car stuff.

Got reciepts? Gurney's offer is an amazing one!

Besides, a random orbital polisher will do in hours what you would not be able to achieve in days. I'm just sayin'.

A little something to watch when it's quiet on the board:

It may take a little time to get through these, but Junkman's videos are entertaining as Hell to watch. He really knows his paint correction techniques.

Junkman's "How to Completely Repair Your Paint Damage - The Videos!

12-08-2012, 11:00 PM	#12 (permalink)
gurneyeagle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston/Saint Augustine Posts: 2,681 Drives: '18 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 20216	[QUOTE=Pintsize725;2051602]I'm probably not doing it right. Oh well. It's still not getting rid of any scuff marks or what look like bird crap spots.[/QUyou. Ms. Pint - just make the drive to Houston, and I'll wash, clay, polish, and wax your car for you. Claying a Z shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. We have "tech days" where we help each other working on our cars. We have the technology, we can help you! __________________ Waiting on the Z35! SOLD - 2011 Gun Metallic Touring 7AT w Sports Pkg & Nav, Nismo Bumper and Rims, RC Grille, RC Brake Ducts, H&R Spacers, Painted Door Hdls, GTR Start Button, Nav By-Pass, EVO R Fog Light, CF Ducktail, CF Interior Trim

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