JR001
16-09-2007, 08:50 PM
The only way I could get to work on this car was to have it returned within 3 and a half hours!! My colleagues can be a bit demanding you see.http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/images/smilies/thumb.gif
And, before any of you mention, I didn't get to do the exhaust tips!!!Owner wasn't fussed and the paintwork was to take top priority .
No swirl removal on this car but a manky car indeed.
When I returned the car to the owner's jungle garden, she and her guests were very impressed. It's nice to know that 3 and a half hours can really make an impact on some people!!!
Thought I'd share it with the Forum though.
WASH AND CLAY
Cleanse and strip washes (two) with Meguiar's All Purpose Cleaner. Foamed over car using Superspray and left to work for 5 mins each wash. Pressure rinsed after each wash.
Prior to this, wheels were sprayed with Autobrite acid free Brite Wheels.
Agitated with Megs safe spoke wheel brush right through to the rears. Pressure rinsed.
Car then pat-dried with waffle weave towel.
Clayed with Sonus Green, using Meguiar's Last Touch undiluted.
Car washed again with Meguiars Shampoo Plus and lambswool mitt - pat dried again.
CLEANSING AND PROTECTION
Paint cleansing with Zymol HD Cleanse applied with German applicator pad. Buffed off with Poorboys deluxe microfibre towel.
Wax applied was Collinite 476s and was really pleased with how this went on and off. Not quite as wet-looking as Z. Carbon but owner was looking for durability and least maintenance solution. It did leave a nice glossy finish however. A good Autumn and Winter wax. Only my second tub of wax ever and I like it!
Wheels cleansed and sealed with JEFFS Acrylic Prime.
Windows cleansed inside and out with Zymol HD Cleanse.
Not a lot of photos but hopefully these ones show how the dullness was transformed.
BEFORES
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2195.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2196.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2198.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2199.jpg
AFTERS
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2200.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2201ad.jpg
Cheers,
JOHN
And, before any of you mention, I didn't get to do the exhaust tips!!!Owner wasn't fussed and the paintwork was to take top priority .
No swirl removal on this car but a manky car indeed.
When I returned the car to the owner's jungle garden, she and her guests were very impressed. It's nice to know that 3 and a half hours can really make an impact on some people!!!
Thought I'd share it with the Forum though.
WASH AND CLAY
Cleanse and strip washes (two) with Meguiar's All Purpose Cleaner. Foamed over car using Superspray and left to work for 5 mins each wash. Pressure rinsed after each wash.
Prior to this, wheels were sprayed with Autobrite acid free Brite Wheels.
Agitated with Megs safe spoke wheel brush right through to the rears. Pressure rinsed.
Car then pat-dried with waffle weave towel.
Clayed with Sonus Green, using Meguiar's Last Touch undiluted.
Car washed again with Meguiars Shampoo Plus and lambswool mitt - pat dried again.
CLEANSING AND PROTECTION
Paint cleansing with Zymol HD Cleanse applied with German applicator pad. Buffed off with Poorboys deluxe microfibre towel.
Wax applied was Collinite 476s and was really pleased with how this went on and off. Not quite as wet-looking as Z. Carbon but owner was looking for durability and least maintenance solution. It did leave a nice glossy finish however. A good Autumn and Winter wax. Only my second tub of wax ever and I like it!
Wheels cleansed and sealed with JEFFS Acrylic Prime.
Windows cleansed inside and out with Zymol HD Cleanse.
Not a lot of photos but hopefully these ones show how the dullness was transformed.
BEFORES
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2195.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2196.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2198.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2199.jpg
AFTERS
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2200.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q116/jr001_2007/SLK%20200/100_2201ad.jpg
Cheers,
JOHN