Detailing the roof?
 

Whats the best way to inspect and detail a roof of a car? Even with the 370z being low I cannot get a good angle to inspect the roof and make corrections if the need arises. thanks.

Only option I can think of is a ladder that goes over to the other side perhaps?

Adjustable stand lights help.

Stilts? Not trying to be an a$$...the local home stores often sell small stilts for sheet rocking ceilings. Other than that the only thing I can think of is making a scaffolding or building a rolling "diving board" type ladder but both would be kinda bulky to store.

Guys I'm not that short LOL. Well 5 7" on a good day.

All the videos I have always seen through the years show detailers perpendicular to the a panel whilst inspecting it. Maybe a scaffold would work. But doubt I'm that motivated to take that route.

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I'm the same height, so that's no excuse. :P

I was able to see swirls and such at an oblique angle if I had good lighting. Move the lights and your head around until you find the sweet spot.

I'm 5'7" too, and this car is a whole lot taller than a Z.

Thanks for the response Junkman2008. I'll check out that video from main computer tomorrow. The part of the rood hardest to inspect perpendicular to is the center part. I guess I can I will just not do much to this area as I cannot see it well.

The thought of creating a scaffold or even placing a ladder near car concerns me. As an accident in that compromised position will cause more issues to the car than a few rids which could be present.

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Was that a silent movie of yours? :hello: Just watched it. What light are you using ? tia

Worst case you could open a door and stand on the sill.

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Definately not HAHAHAH:roflpuke2:

It's the bicycle light off of my helmet. I wouldn't suggest that you go out and buy one. They are NOT cheap.

HAHA! Good idea that. I have a bicycle light also, its an el cheapo led front type one I may try. I did however find a light that works a little better at locating imperfections on the paint whilst on the subject.

I have one of those In-Sight flashlights, the light output is adjustable, tried it last night and noticed a more "junked up" :tiphat: paintwork than before so I guess its better at showing them. Kicker being it uses them expensive batteries . Oh well, least Im making some progress than before.

Keep in mind that you don't need a fancy light to see swirls. I posted about this in another thread. For anyone who thinks that you need an expensive light to see swirls, check this out. Here are swirls seen with an incandescent light bulb:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...lightbulb1.jpg

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h..._lightbulb.jpg


Halogen lights...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...s_halogen1.jpg

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...s_halogen2.jpg


Or direct sunlight...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h..._sunlight1.jpg

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h..._sunlight2.jpg


I actually show and explain how to do that on one of my DVD's, which is where those captures came from. None of those options cost more than a few bucks. Those swirl finding lights are priced on crack. If I can make my camera show it, then YOUR EYES can see it. Don't fall for the hype.

You need a stool to detail the roof on your Z? Really?

Alright, quit messin' with the forum short people! http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...eys/paddle.gif