Barrett & Jackson: Here I come...

Yea, Beaus right. But as Jason said, if you change the tires often, and like that greasy-shine, I don't really think it would harm the vehicle.



However, I have experienced great results from one Black Magic product: the semi-gloss Dashboard protectant. It is similar to 303, and when it dries, it leaves a richer color and UV protection... no shine. I think its an excellent product for the money.
 
BW, BM on tires really?



It's been raining for 3 straight days here, and I have beading on my tires that's been protected by BM, applied 2 weeks ago.



The are nice and black, but I only think it's becuase the sun isn't out and it's cold. I think UV and temperature makes tires brown and this stuff won't hold up long for that.
 
No, not for the tires, but for the dash. I'll try it on the tires, 1/3 303, 1/3 Z-16, 1/3 BM. I'll tell you the results and see if I can snap any good pics.
 
I'm going to have 6 cars I've been detailing since December 22nd going to Scottdale Arizona for this coming week Barrett & Jackson show.
The list of cars is as follows:
  1. 1971 Camaro Z28.
  2. 1968 Mustang Eleanor Clone.
  3. 1956 Ford F100.
  4. 1955 Bel-Air.
  5. 1967 Corvette Stingray.
  6. 1956 Corvette

Preface: first of all, my apologies for the brief description of the process. Believe me I've had a nice write-up a few minutes ago, I pushed the wrong key on my keyboard, and bye-bye write up. Now don't feel like starting over :tongue:

Anyway. There are six cars total. They will be on starting Wednesday. See lot number and day next to the car as I post to see when they'll be on TV.

All the cars were claybarred, Menzerna Polished using my Flex 3401 buffer and a Tangering pad.
All of these cars were detailed by me this Summer, with the exception of the Mustang and the 56 Ford F100. So, I lightly polished as needed and full polish/correction on the ones that I felt needed it also

Some of them got 4 star sealant, others got BFWD, and some got Dodo Juice Purple Haze Soft Wax. I will indicate the LSP choice as I go.

All the chrome was polished by hand including trim, and all aluminum polished with my Griots mini buffer 3" orange pad with Flitz as my polish of choice.
The tires were dressed with 3M Tire Restorer. The interior with 1Z Plastic Cleaner and 1Z Cockpit Premium. Leather interior with Lexol

I forgot to add another important product used in this detail:
Eimann Fabrik Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner. This is what I used to do all carpet and floormats.
The floormats on the 55 Bel-Air were stained. I vacuumed, then brushed some Eimann Fabrik in, let it sit, and then rinse out with water. I was super happy that the floormats didn't bleed at all. That's why they look so nice and they retained the original hue. Now, that's not to say the Eimann Fabrik got anything to do with it, it may just be the material...

Ok. Here we go again

First off. A 1971 Camaro Z28 -Wednesday Lot # 406.1
This one got Four Star Sealant
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Next: A 1956 502 Ram Jet AChevy powered F100 P/U truck
This one was topped with Dodo Juice Purple Haze Soft Wax

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Next: A 1955 Bel-Air 502 Powered. Five on the floor. -Saturday Lot # 1315.1-
Dodo Juice on Black finish. BFWD on Silver finish:

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Next: A 1965 Corvette Stingray. LS6 Powered -Saturday Lot # 1253.2-
This one received a coat of BFWD

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Next. A 1956 Corvette LS6 powered -Saturday Lot # 1325-
This one received a nice coat of Dodo Juice Purple Haze Soft Wax

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A little humor here...
I ordered a "sample" of the Dodo Juice Purple Haze Soft Wax.
Sometimes what you see on the internet can be a little deceiving.
I'll explain...
When I saw the pic of the 30ml Dodo Juice sample, I thought it would be a decent size to use on all the cars I've intended to use it on.
Well, when I received my sample and opened up the box, I laughed my ass off. It was histerical to see the size of the sample I've got.
I was worried I wouldn't have enough for the 3 cars.
Luckily, this stuff goes over easy, covers nicely, and I was able to do the whole F100 P/U truck, the '56 Black Corvette and the black section of the '55 Bel-Air.
See the picture of the size of the tub, and what was left after I use it on the cars mentioned...

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Real nice work, great writeup. I don't know what would be more interesting at Barrett-Jackson... the cars or people watching. Some of those guys buying cars have some pretty interesting arm-candy hangin' on 'em. :w00t:

You oughta run out there and take your Flex. By the looks of some of the cars under the lights you could stay busy.

TL
 
Its rare that you come across someone with an reputation for doing such awesome interior detailing that they can match it with an exterior detail as well. Kudos
 
nice work on some real beauties. a lil suggestion on the camera work, pump up the iso and make the aperture smaller. you'll get fewer blurry pics. i think i prefer the truck and belair for my cruise night....
 
The cars look great, Goose. I know you'll really enjoy Barrett-Jackson! I've been there many times and I've never seen a finer collection of cars all in one place! Have a great time!:clap:
 
Goose !!!!!

Wow, awesome, awesome, work and write up !!!!
You do just flawless work inside, motor, and out !!!
These beautiful rides should get a great return to the owner - how can anyone ever want to sell them in the first place ??? :)

Congratulations on being called to handle such an important part of this process - your Client obviously trusts you implicitly and we all can see why.

Thanks for the time you took during and after to share with us, your hard work!!

Dan F
 
Great work and thanks for sharing. I have a question. Why the DoDo juice on some and the BFWD on others? Is it a situation where the BFWD is better on metallics? (i'm kinda hoping you say yes...)

Dodo juice is funny name for something that people rub all over there most prized possesions.

Thanks again, Joe D.
 
those are some mighty fine-looking cars there! Congrats on the cool gig and g/l to these things getting sold and you getting a fresh batch to work on ;)
 
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