Memorial Day Detail

FromG2Z · 05-30-2011, 02:03 PM

Since I had time, I went to town detailing all 3 vehicles this weekend... wash and wax, mostly.... swirl-free polishing was already done earlier this spring.

After a torrential downpour this past week, and several trips to visit family, the beast was covered in grime and bugs. Correction was done earlier this spring (using Menz SIP/85RD and Flex), so proper washing techniques is all that was needed to maintain the swirl free finish. (FYI, already used Opti-coat 2.0 on my Civic, but I am still debating whether or not to Optimum Opt-coat 2.0 it yet or not... I still love using my Fuzion and Souveran and Supernatural and 50/50 alternately.... hmmmmmmm)

*EDIT: will post some pics of the Civic detail, and of course the Z detail later as well.

Process:
2 bucket method
2 grit guards
DP Extreme Foam
ONR (2 capfuls)
OPC for bugs
ARO for rims and tires (Daytona and boar's hair brush)
Sonax High Speed Wax (my new favorite spray wax/drying aid...uber slick) and MF's for drying
2 coats of CG 50/50 (looks and applies as easy as Souveran, but with better flake pop and much better durability)

Now some in-sun close ups to show a swirl free finish and the Honda Nighthawk pearl paint flake. I love that little hint of blue.

Yes, even the mirrors are swirl free

Thanks for looking!!!

FromG2Z · 05-30-2011, 08:33 PM

Z also coated with 2nd layer of 50/50...

Captainstevo · 05-30-2011, 08:48 PM

Looks good man! I've been detailing the Z this weekend as well using Zaino.

I'm gonna pick up a PC in the next month or so to get rid of those annoying swirls!

FromG2Z · 06-01-2011, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainstevo

Looks good man! I've been detailing the Z this weekend as well using Zaino.

I'm gonna pick up a PC in the next month or so to get rid of those annoying swirls!

You'll love the PC... it was my first machine buffer

I've since moved on to a Flex, but still love my PC for quick touch ups

05-30-2011, 02:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	Memorial Day Detail Since I had time, I went to town detailing all 3 vehicles this weekend... wash and wax, mostly.... swirl-free polishing was already done earlier this spring. After a torrential downpour this past week, and several trips to visit family, the beast was covered in grime and bugs. Correction was done earlier this spring (using Menz SIP/85RD and Flex), so proper washing techniques is all that was needed to maintain the swirl free finish. (FYI, already used Opti-coat 2.0 on my Civic, but I am still debating whether or not to Optimum Opt-coat 2.0 it yet or not... I still love using my Fuzion and Souveran and Supernatural and 50/50 alternately.... hmmmmmmm) EDIT: will post some pics of the Civic detail, and of course the Z detail later as well. Process: 2 bucket method 2 grit guards DP Extreme Foam ONR (2 capfuls) OPC for bugs ARO for rims and tires (Daytona and boar's hair brush) Sonax High Speed Wax (my new favorite spray wax/drying aid...uber slick) and MF's for drying 2 coats of CG 50/50 (looks and applies as easy as Souveran, but with better flake pop and much better durability) Now some in-sun close ups to show a swirl free finish and the Honda Nighthawk pearl paint flake. I love that little hint of blue.* Yes, even the mirrors are swirl free Thanks for looking!!! __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra Last edited by FromG2Z; 05-30-2011 at 02:08 PM.

05-30-2011, 08:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	Z also coated with 2nd layer of 50/50... __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

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05-30-2011, 08:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
Captainstevo Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 106 Drives: 40th, '02 IS300 Rep Power: 15	Looks good man! I've been detailing the Z this weekend as well using Zaino. I'm gonna pick up a PC in the next month or so to get rid of those annoying swirls!