Detailed :)

FromG2Z · 05-30-2011, 02:12 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 Opti-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!!!

Red__Zed · 05-30-2011, 02:16 PM

super clean van!

Rone · 05-30-2011, 02:46 PM

Sweet! Ya need to put some chrome wheels on that thang.

c41006 · 05-30-2011, 03:14 PM

Probably the cleanest mini van in existence

FromG2Z · 05-30-2011, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

super clean van!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rone

Sweet! Ya need to put some chrome wheels on that thang.

Quote:

Originally Posted by c41006

Probably the cleanest mini van in existence

Thanks guys.... yeah, I love detailing....

No chrome for the van though

Did the Z too of course:

red6spd · 05-30-2011, 08:37 PM

Nice stuff.

PapoZalsa · 05-30-2011, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rone

Sweet! Ya need to put some chrome wheels on that thang.

Bling, Bling 22s...

Rone · 05-30-2011, 08:50 PM

Ahhh, pearl is the best colour, but blemishes stand out. Here's to your paint job staying perfect.

PS. I really like your splash guards. I wish mine were the same colour as my car, lol.

007MI6 · 05-30-2011, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c41006

Probably the cleanest mini van in existence

007MI6 · 05-30-2011, 09:04 PM

Beautiful Z as well.

FromG2Z · 06-01-2011, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rone

Ahhh, pearl is the best colour, but blemishes stand out. Here's to your paint job staying perfect.

PS. I really like your splash guards. I wish mine were the same colour as my car, lol.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007MI6

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007MI6

Beautiful Z as well.

Many thanks guys... Yeah pearl is any color rocks. Just gives it that extra pop

Rone, the splash are just OEM. But yeah, there's still some slight color shade difference compared to rest of car.... I think almost all are like that. has most to do with painted material I think (plastic vs metal etc)

Dark Sarcasm · 06-01-2011, 05:50 PM

that thing is van-tastic.
YouTube - ‪SWAGGER WAGON‬&rlm;

05-30-2011, 02:12 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	Detailed :) 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 Opti-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 02:17 PM.

05-30-2011, 03:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
c41006 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Atlanta Posts: 9,034 Drives: '10 G37 Coupe BO 7AT Rep Power: 114	Probably the cleanest mini van in existence __________________ The plaque for the alternates is down in the ladies room

05-30-2011, 08:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
red6spd A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,277 Drives: 2010 Z Coupe M6 SPT Rep Power: 21	Nice stuff. __________________ 2010 Base+Sport 6spd: Stillen G3, FI Non-Resonated CBE, FI Non-Resonated Test Pipes, UpRev Tuned, Custom 24R Oil Cooler, JDM Rear Fog-OEM Harness. ???Whp ???WTQ (Will find out come spring time)

05-30-2011, 08:50 PM	#8 (permalink)
Rone Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 326 Drives: PW Sport/Touring 6MT Rep Power: 14	Ahhh, pearl is the best colour, but blemishes stand out. Here's to your paint job staying perfect. PS. I really like your splash guards. I wish mine were the same colour as my car, lol. Last edited by Rone; 05-30-2011 at 08:52 PM.

05-30-2011, 09:04 PM	#10 (permalink)
007MI6 Track Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Age: 45 Posts: 703 Drives: Audrey Rep Power: 15	Beautiful Z as well. __________________ 2011 370Z Touring+Sport Coupe BLK Int\|\|M6\|\|Navigation\|\|Illuminated Door Sills\|\|GoMiniGo LPB

05-30-2011, 02:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	super clean van!

05-30-2011, 02:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rone Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 326 Drives: PW Sport/Touring 6MT Rep Power: 14	Sweet! Ya need to put some chrome wheels on that thang.

06-01-2011, 05:50 PM	#12 (permalink)
Dark Sarcasm Track Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Katy Texas Posts: 552 Drives: 11 CTS-V Coupe Rep Power: 16	that thing is van-tastic. YouTube - ‪SWAGGER WAGON‬&rlm; __________________ wax

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