When a nice detailing isn't enough...

[xtremekustomz 10+ year member]

How much clear coat is typically on new cars? I'm about to try this on my black 2000. Idk though the paint has dulled so much Idk if I can save it //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/frown.gif.a3531fa0534503350665a1e957861287.gif

You can probably color sand and buff it but it will remove alot of the clear. They make a gauge to read how much clear is on the vehicle. It needs to be done professionally.

 

[xtremekustomz 10+ year member]

yea but the first time you wash it its gonna get scratched.

Not if you know how to detail a car properly //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[xtremekustomz 10+ year member]

I plan on getting this done once I do some research on the shops in my area. Once it looks like that, you just need a good coat of wax to protect it once evety 6-8 months and that's it. Wash and dry for a mirror look all the time. Definately worth it if you got the $

Washing technique is VERY important after a color sand and buff. I wax at least once a month with a booster spray wax in between. The slicker the surface is when you wash it the less likely you are to scratch it. Also getting a wax that will last is a good idea.

 

[xtremekustomz 10+ year member]

My truck:

Woofer Console:

 

[NeverEnuffBass 10+ year member]

very clean bro

 

[ngsm13 5,000+ posts]

That's secksi.

nG

 

[sdmtnbiker420 10+ year member]

**** my 99 kinda looks like that but way more dings, gashes, and dents

 

[SethPhillips 5,000+ posts]

my paint and body guy is gunna do it for me when spring/ summer roll's around... everytime i wash my car and dry it off.. when im drying it off the paint feals ruff?? but it's really shiney??

 

[sdmtnbiker420 10+ year member]

my paint and body guy is gunna do it for me when spring/ summer roll's around... everytime i wash my car and dry it off.. when im drying it off the paint feals ruff?? but it's really shiney??

u probably just need a clay and wax

 

[SethPhillips 5,000+ posts]

u probably just need a clay and wax

probubly... but id rather have a nice detail job done buy someone with over 30 years experience

 

[sdmtnbiker420 10+ year member]

probubly... but id rather have a nice detail job done buy someone with over 30 years experience

30 years experience just means hes gonna charge you more

i use the cheapest mexican mobil detailing service when I feel like being a baller. They roll up in the biggest POS 70's truck and make my car SHINE for $25

ive personally been detailing for a while... i used to detail for an acura dealership...

its not about how many years of experience.... a few is enough, the business isnt that hard, its all about how much time you spend and attention to detail

thats why i use Mexican labor... its cheapest and the best work.... anything else is not worth the money

 

[Nukedsodapop 5,000+ posts]

i love the look of a freshly buffed/waxed car

 

[wErd 5,000+ posts]

Not if you know how to detail a car properly //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

ive managed 2 detail shops at 2 of South Carolinas largest dealerships. The largest Ford dealership (Formally known as Pulliam Ford) in SC. And Dodgeland, the largest Dodge dealership in SC. i have a vague idea of what im doing //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wink.gif.608e3ea05f1a9f98611af0861652f8fb.gif

BTW, your truck is sweet.

 

[xtremekustomz 10+ year member]

I mean anyone can wash a vehicle, there isn't that much too it. Being careful while doing it is another story. If anyone is interested, there is a website for professional detailers. It is http://www.autopia.org As for the comment about the paint feeling rough. There are alot of contaminants that get stuck into paint such as brake dust etc. A clay bar will help but if the vehicle has never been polished that can make a huge difference. The more swirl marks in a car the less it will shine. By the way...that was my truck was my first paintjob //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif