I think I will have to go with the black beauty since the 280 needs some loving to be in top shape.

Thanks for coming over, those guys are a trip.. We have to do that again sometime..:happydance:

Hey! I resemble that remark! Had a blast! Thanks again!

I did my part as a officer I stood around and made sure the work was done correct. LOL. Next time we will have to bring enought tools that way each person gets a wheel.

detailing fall 2012
 

So today since I have a couple of weeks before any more car shows I decided to do something about the orange peel I see in my factory paint. granted the car is shiney but I keep looking to get that perfect look. I started out by stripping all of the wax using dawn, followed by a clay bar. then I tried to polish using the 105 course cut.
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...3-102-1571.jpg

It did really well for getting any scratches I had but the orange peel is still visiable so I decided to get more agressive with the problem.
:ohsnap1:
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...9-102-1567.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...0-102-1568.jpg

so this is what I have ended up with as of now. :eek:

http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...1-102-1569.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...2-102-1570.jpg

so now it the time to use the hexlogic orange cutting pads and the 105 on my cylo polisher to bring back the shine. hopefully it will work. stay tuned for more.
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...5-102-1574.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...4-102-1573.jpg

You didn't take a picture of the water you used to wetsand... haha

The cyclo is awesome! It will polish up your car with ease! I'm thinking about picking up one of the new Rupes. Not as cool as the Cyclo... But still cool.

Looking forward to seeing your results!

:tup: i know that will work :D

was not anything special but if you really want to see it I will go out and take a pic. :icon23:

I really like the dual action of the cyclo. it does quick work just a little hard for the tight spots.

Hopefully it will come out better than I started. :ugh2:

Sweet! Cant wait to see pics!

Yeah, but you get a flex, PC, or Griots for the tight spots. The Cyclo will make quick work of the large areas (as you know). It's going to look awesome when you get it done :tup:

The first polish is on the hood. starting to look good. a little more work and it will be where i want it. pics will be taken tomorrow.

Hey Kelly any updates on this? I might want to do it in the future.

I am taking my time to make sure I do everything right. I am waiting on some additional polishing pads to put the finishing touches on before I wax.

Have you taken photos of the process? I was hoping to see each step.

yeah but have been too lazy to upload the photos.

:shakes head: I need pictures!

Rob, the Griot's 6" orbital is on Amazon with a "Cyber Monday" deal starting at 6pm today and ends at 9pm I believe. You may want to keep your eye on it... I am;) (Get it...."eye"? :icon17:)

The Griots is a good machine for the hobbyist to the seasoned pro. If you are a pro, you'll need to buy 2, they tend to fail. Griots does have a great warranty for them though. :tup:

I sold my Porter Cable once I started using the Griots. Now I have a Rupes Bigfoot coming :woot:

Really?! If the price is right I really need to jump on this and begin paint correction this winter.


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You guys should give Phil at detailersdomain.com a shout. He supports the forum here and has great prices. I'm sure he'll work something out for you guys.

Haha! I will check it out!

alright her are some shots of the car after the first polish using the 105 heavy cut.
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...ng-105-cut.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...ng-105-cut.jpg

then I moved on to the 205 cut. I will post more pics after I do a final pre wax polish.
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...er-205-cut.jpg

more pics in the album.

Looking good! My car might need to spend a few nights at your place :tup:

any time. we would probably not have to get as agressive as I went with mine but using the polisher and getting that good shine is well worth the effort.

I will let you figure that out im a detailing idiot. There are some very minor flaws I thought going this route could fix.

Looking good :tup:

great job man.... :tup: thats the next thing i gotta get into detailing since imma idiot also when it comes to that....

Wtf
 

Look what I found on my phone... I wonder were it came from!!! I can't remember but they would look awesome on your car!:stirthepot:

http://www.the370z.com/members/nut_n...6-img-0741.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/nut_n...5-img-0740.jpg
http://www.the370z.com/members/nut_n...4-img-0739.jpg


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Brother, the car is looking great..


http://www.the370z.com/members/nut_n...64621488-n.jpg


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I placed the order today. will be able to pick up on friday so I will need your help. :tup:

Nice shoes!!!!

I'm on it brother... Always around to help.. Should be good for Dec 8th show..
When do we need to take the rays over?

Photos
 

Just downloaded Photo Shop, learning now.. Going through a bunch of Pics.

:tiphat:

Sweet Kelly! I love those Vossens!

nice wheels!

got another one.
http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...ow-12-1-12.jpg

Thanks guys, I would call these an impulse buy. hope to have them on for the upcoming weekends show. :tup:

Awesome Kelly.. Sorry I couldn't keep you company.. How many is this now # 9:tiphat:

Went to Madeira beach today and took best of show in class 08-09 Modified. Doing pretty well but would love to get into more import shows if I could find some close. Link to the Pics from today. Nissan 370Z Forum - kellyefields's Album: Maderia Beach Fl Christmas Benefit Car and Truck Show Dec 2, 2012

http://www.the370z.com/members/kelly...7-102-1641.jpg