First Autopian detail job on my '03 Evolution (56k Warning)

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DefBringer

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Products used:

-QEW

-Klasse AIO/SG (using wipeon/wipeoff method)

-Eimann Fabrik Sapphire Tire Gel (amazing stuff)

-Eagle One Wet Wipe N Shine

-cheapo Microfiber towels from Wal-Mart





I used only one coat of SG, I'm currently waiting for it to cure before I apply second coat. I am going to go with 3 coats of SG then top it off with some S100.



I am incredibly impressed with all the products. Even though my car is brand new, the AIO *really* helped restore the quality of the paint. Misting the applicator pad with the Eagle One is a great tip.



I know I missed a few areas, my wheel-wells didn't get cleaned well enough. I was less than enthusiastic about using my MF towels to clean them since they were so filthy.



Biggest problem - the horrible orange peel! That and that I kept dropping my applicator pad (but thankfully fell on the dry side each time).
 
That last reflection shot on the hood is awesome!



Good photography skills, each shot has a unique angle that really shows off your work.



What camera were you using? They are very sharp.. could be from the low/non compressed images.
 
Nice!



When can I come over and drive that bad boy? I noticed your orange peel problem in that 3rd picture (the reflection of the house).



I usually clean my wheel wells and underbody at the power washes. It works really well.
 
BlackRegal said:
Great work on sweet car. That reflection pick is incredibly clear!



Might want to give the 56K people an warning though... I count nearly 2MB.
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Yeah, you're right. I'm sorry, I tried to edit my subject line but it won't let me. Can a moderator do it for me please?
 
Quickstrike said:
That last reflection shot on the hood is awesome!



Good photography skills, each shot has a unique angle that really shows off your work.



What camera were you using? They are very sharp.. could be from the low/non compressed images.
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I have a Sony dsc-717. Sorry the pictures are so big. :(



GS-R Jay - lemme get the thing registered first..I'm still driving on 30 day dealer tags. :o
 
DefBringer said:
I have a Sony dsc-717. Sorry the pictures are so big. :(



GS-R Jay - lemme get the thing registered first..I'm still driving on 30 day dealer tags. :o
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I am guessing you forgot the f in the f717?



This is one great camera.. I was about to buy one, but will wait for the Sony dsc-f828 :)
 
DefBringer said:
I have a Sony dsc-717. Sorry the pictures are so big. :(



GS-R Jay - lemme get the thing registered first..I'm still driving on 30 day dealer tags. :o
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1. www.xat.com

2. Download the free image optimizer

3. Compress pictures

4. Repost.



:fawk: ;)
 
C-westin'FD said:
Nice!!Good job!!

btw does that black have clearcoat?
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Yeah, it is clearcoated.



But it is simply depressing to witness how much poorer the quality of the paint is on this car than my '03 Audi I recently sold. I joined this forum because I knew I'd need all the help in the world to make this ugly car look its best. :D
 
About the Eimann Fabrik Sapphire Tire Gel...



How did you apply it?



I know the directions state different times you should buff it to get the desired look.. Some people even apply it two times from what I've heard..
 
Quickstrike said:
About the Eimann Fabrik Sapphire Tire Gel...



How did you apply it?



I know the directions state different times you should buff it to get the desired look.. Some people even apply it two times from what I've heard..
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I got a viper tire-swipe from www.properautocare.com. The tire swipes from Eagle One available in most stores should work fine too. I put a little onto the swipe and then swiped it. two-quarter-sized squirts is enough for one tire, easy. only one coat. I don't like tires to look shiny, I just like them looking dark black.



I did a bad job of prepping the tires, actually. Since I was using QEW I didn't really clean them before putting on the TireGel.



I am a tire nut. I have tried just about every spray/aerosol/gel in existence and this stuff is by far the best in terms of ease of application and non-slingyness. The only problem is its too damn expensive. $16 for a bottle.
 
Try a little Eagle One A2Z on your tires with a medium stiff brush & rinse well before you apply EFSTG next time. Or better still, do the A2Z, then Black Again Tire Gel, twice, then the EFSTG. The BA will come off the rims when wet/damp, but when dry, you might need something like Wenol
 
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