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mrcoolguyface 01-25-2012 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1508322)
Can anyone recommend a detailer in the philly/S Jersey area. Im talking full clay bar/polish/wax. I have alot of swirleys and imperfections that i would like to be fixed.


thanks.

No idea. I have never been to one. I do all of my stuff on my own. I found that, nobody is going to take care of your baby like you do. I can recommend some good quality products to DIY... Also there are a million and one DIY's on here. Are you totally opposed to DIY? It takes a little bit of elbow grease and time, but when all is said and done... I think I'm more proud of the end result because I did it. Know what I mean?

mtaxelson 01-25-2012 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mrcoolguyface (Post 1508353)
No idea. I have never been to one. I do all of my stuff on my own. I found that, nobody is going to take care of your baby like you do. I can recommend some good quality products to DIY... Also there are a million and one DIY's on here. Are you totally opposed to DIY? It takes a little bit of elbow grease and time, but when all is said and done... I think I'm more proud of the end result because I did it. Know what I mean?

I do 95% of all work on my Z...but i feel like a professional detailer with a good reputation is something that i would feel comforatable looking into. I dont have any experience with clay bar or polishing. but as for i wax, i hand wax myself.

mrcoolguyface 01-25-2012 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1508380)
I do 95% of all work on my Z...but i feel like a professional detailer with a good reputation is something that i would feel comforatable looking into. I dont have any experience with clay bar or polishing. but as for i wax, i hand wax myself.

I have had great experience with polishes and clay bar, myself. One thing I could recommend before going the professional route is a product made by Turtle Wax, in their "ICE" line, called Clay bar kit $15.99 on Amazon right now. This stuff is absolutely amazing, and extremely easy to use. I think it should solve your swirly issues...
Product info: ICE Clay Kit to provide the ultimate finish preparation for wax or polish. Includes 16 oz. ICE Liquid Clay to clean above the surface dirt and contaminants and even remove minor swirl marks, ICE Detailing Clay Bar to clean below the surface contamination and 16 oz. ICE Clay Bar Lubricant to allow the clay bar to glide over your vehicle’s surface.

urdeliveryguy 01-25-2012 10:05 PM

Mmm speaking of detailing... my smurf needs a bath. It got pooped on today. Im gonna try that clay bar stuff myself when I get a chance..

antfd3s 01-26-2012 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1508322)
Can anyone recommend a detailer in the philly/S Jersey area. Im talking full clay bar/polish/wax. I have alot of swirleys and imperfections that i would like to be fixed.


thanks.

Lets give him what he wants damm.. lol
Idk how far you live from rt 130 in Pennsauken NJ cause I personally will recommend Machos Detailing and wash. First off I was a detailer for many years before I do what i do now. I rubbed and detailed cars till my balls hit the floor. Anyway, I was only at his shop cause my boy works across the street. There was a 370 parked in front and of course i was nosey to see his work. He did a full detail on that and it came out nice. His clientele of vehicles were all FTD.(fresh to death) He takes his work way beyond i used to do, even now! So i told him to hit me up with just a Vac right quick. lol only.. it was even closing time... This guy cleaned my mats and rugs like it was going to Sema that day. He treats every car like its his own it seems. He was so involved I was impressed. I can only imagine what he'd do if I cut'em loose on the whole car..lol At the end of that little vac job he refused to take my money. I asked him why? howcome? Macho gently laughed and said " Im not sweatin the small $hit. Im just giving you a taste how i do things here" i was like.......:nutswinger: your the truth bro. Pm me I'll take you there if interested. I just might unleash this pit bull on my Z as well lol

mtaxelson 01-26-2012 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by antfd3s (Post 1509884)
Lets give him what he wants damm.. lol
Idk how far you live from rt 130 in Pennsauken NJ cause I personally will recommend Machos Detailing and wash. First off I was a detailer for many years before I do what i do now. I rubbed and detailed cars till my balls hit the floor. Anyway, I was only at his shop cause my boy works across the street. There was a 370 parked in front and of course i was nosey to see his work. He did a full detail on that and it came out nice. His clientele of vehicles were all FTD.(fresh to death) He takes his work way beyond i used to do, even now! So i told him to hit me up with just a Vac right quick. lol only.. it was even closing time... This guy cleaned my mats and rugs like it was going to Sema that day. He treats every car like its his own it seems. He was so involved I was impressed. I can only imagine what he'd do if I cut'em loose on the whole car..lol At the end of that little vac job he refused to take my money. I asked him why? howcome? Macho gently laughed and said " Im not sweatin the small $hit. Im just giving you a taste how i do things here" i was like.......:nutswinger: your the truth bro. Pm me I'll take you there if interested. I just might unleash this pit bull on my Z as well lol

Thanks for the help man. I aint too far from pennsauken, I currently dont have my headlights in right now, they are shipped out being done by 180 right now, and i aint taking the z out till the shitty weather goes away for sure. but ill def hit you up when im closer to gettting it done. Let me know if you end up going there yourself before I do. thanks again.

xy_Zed 01-26-2012 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mrcoolguyface (Post 1508402)
I have had great experience with polishes and clay bar, myself. One thing I could recommend before going the professional route is a product made by Turtle Wax, in their "ICE" line, called Clay bar kit $15.99 on Amazon right now. This stuff is absolutely amazing, and extremely easy to use. I think it should solve your swirly issues...
Product info: ICE Clay Kit to provide the ultimate finish preparation for wax or polish. Includes 16 oz. ICE Liquid Clay to clean above the surface dirt and contaminants and even remove minor swirl marks, ICE Detailing Clay Bar to clean below the surface contamination and 16 oz. ICE Clay Bar Lubricant to allow the clay bar to glide over your vehicle’s surface.

I used this exact product from Turtle wax before. It actually is really nice and I thought the results were great considering its a little clay bar kit for $16...

Vertigo 01-26-2012 04:11 PM

Are there any meets coming up soon? It would be cool to talk Z with some fellow owners.

mrcoolguyface 01-26-2012 04:22 PM

If anything does, I'll definitely post it here if I hear about it before you guys.

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Vertigo 01-26-2012 05:09 PM

:tup:

urdeliveryguy 01-26-2012 08:54 PM

i just joined the tristatetuners forum... all locals... there hasn't been anything going down lately. they usually put the multi car meets together.

[QUOTE=mtaxelson;1509973]I currently dont have my headlights in right now, they are shipped out being done by 180 right now[\QUOTE]

im so jealous right now.. what colors/mods u getting.:tup:

mtaxelson 01-26-2012 10:51 PM

[QUOTE=urdeliveryguy;1511307]i just joined the tristatetuners forum... all locals... there hasn't been anything going down lately. they usually put the multi car meets together.

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1509973)
I currently dont have my headlights in right now, they are shipped out being done by 180 right now[\QUOTE]

im so jealous right now.. what colors/mods u getting.:tup:


Matte Black Housing
Gloss Black Turn & Projector Shrouds
Gloss Black amber strip
White LED Landing strip
(updated with 6000K bulbs)

My Z is Black with shaved rear emblems/ color matched door handles/ and black pearl front hamburger.

pics will be up as soon as i can show it off!

Alchemy 01-26-2012 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1509973)
Thanks for the help man. I aint too far from pennsauken, I currently dont have my headlights in right now, they are shipped out being done by 180 right now, and i aint taking the z out till the shitty weather goes away for sure. but ill def hit you up when im closer to gettting it done. Let me know if you end up going there yourself before I do. thanks again.

Off topic of this quote but I was just wondering how you plan on passing NJ inspection with those headers?? Or do you have a hookup? If so SEND ME IN HIS DIRECTION:roflpuke2: Im already upset enough about having to swap my test pipes out to get through, Id hate to have to deal w LTH's.

mrcoolguyface 01-26-2012 11:46 PM

I don't know about Jersey, but my mechanic doesn't give a shat about LTH'S... cats were his only concern for the emissions. Why would lths cause a fail???

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mtaxelson 01-27-2012 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by mrcoolguyface (Post 1511535)
I don't know about Jersey, but my mechanic doesn't give a shat about LTH'S... cats were his only concern for the emissions. Why would lths cause a fail???

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if you have LTH, you dont have cats.

I have LTH, i dont have cats lol.

And to answer the question about getting it inspected...I aint due for inspection until 2015, so its not my number one concern. Although my buddy with an evo w/ out cats drove straight through NJ inspection station without a hitch.

Im gonna say its going to depend on the mood of the inspector to decide if its worth putting the car on a lift to check it out.

urdeliveryguy 01-27-2012 10:52 PM

yeh the lth's are cat deletes. basically its' like having test pipes and headers all in one. eh hopefully ill have full exhaust by summer.
btw hows the performance of the headers?

mtaxelson 01-28-2012 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by urdeliveryguy (Post 1513187)
yeh the lth's are cat deletes. basically its' like having test pipes and headers all in one. eh hopefully ill have full exhaust by summer.
btw hows the performance of the headers?

If i can remember correctly...with gen3 intake, lth, and catback my baseline was 300 to the wheels and the uprev tune bumped it up to 322.

pa19103 02-12-2012 11:49 AM

Once the snow clears up, anyone down to meet in and out near the Philly area?

mrcoolguyface 02-12-2012 02:45 PM

We are all down! Any pics of your ride? Stock /mods??

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mtaxelson 02-12-2012 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mrcoolguyface (Post 1539854)
We are all down! Any pics of your ride? Stock /mods??

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Just want to share my current progress as a philly member! New wheels/tires and blacked out headlights. LEDs need adjustment but still look good for now.

http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/...xelson/002.jpg

http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/...xelson/001.jpg

http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/...xelson/078.jpg

mrcoolguyface 02-12-2012 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mtaxelson (Post 1540677)
Just want to share my current progress as a philly member! New wheels/tires and blacked out headlights. LEDs need adjustment but still look good for now.

Hey MT, looking good. How's the windshield tint? And visibility issues? Seriously considering it!


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Vertigo 02-12-2012 11:55 PM

yeah MT, I really dig the headlights and black handles. Props. :tup:

mtaxelson 02-13-2012 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mrcoolguyface (Post 1540714)
Hey MT, looking good. How's the windshield tint? And visibility issues? Seriously considering it!


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no issues at all. def makes the windshield smaller than it already is, but never once thought it blocked my view of anything.

antfd3s 02-13-2012 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Vertigo (Post 1510804)
Are there any meets coming up soon? It would be cool to talk Z with some fellow owners.

I think theres enough of us here to create our own meet.

antfd3s 02-13-2012 08:24 AM

I recently swaped out my Tein springs with Swifts. Thinking the ride height wasnt going to be effected much.Considering the specs were about the same. Cause i loved how the Zs stance sat and looked. After the job was completed i noticed handling was improved (not by much)but the stance was taken away. Its now sitting up higher. Just wanna give you guys a heads up if your switching from Teins to Swifts. Im rocking 265/35/19 305/30/19. Idk. If i would of known i would of left it alone.

mrcoolguyface 02-13-2012 09:11 AM

I'm taking a ride over to Jtune this Saturday,... Just an idea for a little cruise if anyone is interested.

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TonyBPD 02-13-2012 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by antfd3s (Post 1541023)
I think theres enough of us here to create our own meet.


I agree!

urdeliveryguy 02-13-2012 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by antfd3s (Post 1541023)
I think theres enough of us here to create our own meet.

:iagree:

they did a really good job on ur headlights MT.
also i read on tristatetuners forum thats theres some meet at FDR skate park some time in march.

TonyBPD 02-18-2012 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by antfd3s (Post 1541043)
I recently swaped out my Tein springs with Swifts. Thinking the ride height wasnt going to be effected much.Considering the specs were about the same. Cause i loved how the Zs stance sat and looked. After the job was completed i noticed handling was improved (not by much)but the stance was taken away. Its now sitting up higher. Just wanna give you guys a heads up if your switching from Teins to Swifts. Im rocking 265/35/19 305/30/19. Idk. If i would of known i would of left it alone.

Are you using a rear camber kit?

antfd3s 02-19-2012 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TonyBPD (Post 1551499)
Are you using a rear camber kit?


Yes. Not a front tho. Im getting used them better now then when i first got them. Im satisfied.

urdeliveryguy 02-27-2012 07:54 PM

took the winter wheels off today. i hope the next month with be good.

mtaxelson 02-27-2012 08:24 PM

My headlight is on its way back from 180 and i been itching to take her out for a drive for awhile now

TonyBPD 02-28-2012 12:29 AM

Who is in for a little gtg?

mrcoolguyface 02-28-2012 04:26 PM

Hey tony, every Sunday and Thursday night there are meets in Philly. Usually off RT 1 near Chickie and Petes

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urdeliveryguy 02-28-2012 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TonyBPD (Post 1570078)
Who is in for a little gtg?

Im in. The good wheels feel soooo much better than the winter set up. Its like night and day. I just wanna drive it.

TonyBPD 02-29-2012 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by urdeliveryguy (Post 1571834)
Im in. The good wheels feel soooo much better than the winter set up. Its like night and day. I just wanna drive it.

I'm gonna keep my winters on for a few more weeks. You never know. lol

urdeliveryguy 03-03-2012 10:15 AM

Man i cant wait for my tax return check to come in :happydance:
I

antfd3s 03-04-2012 08:15 AM

^^^^
So that means your gonna spend most of it on your girl smurfette? Lol
Can you share your thoughts?
If it was me. Id throw some Ts' on that biatch..:ughdance:

urdeliveryguy 03-05-2012 10:30 AM

lol :icon18: saving for a ring for the other girl.. but this check should cover a few things haha

antfd3s 03-05-2012 07:02 PM

Haha, I was hoping you'd get that. :tup: Good for you man, sometimes we gotta realize what's more important. Thanks for the reminder.


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