Lexus RX450h: Complete Detail and Opti-Coat Protection

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Lexus RX450h: Complete Detail and Opti-Coat Protection





So I had originally planned on doing a much more in depth write up on this Lexus, but unfortunately the owner and his friend showed up earlier then expected, and I was just starting to take after pics when they walked in. Since I don't like to keep people waiting, I was only able to snap a few after pics, but you should still see the dramatic difference between them. This car only had 9xxx miles, and the exterior came in the condition you see in the before pics from the dealer.





Interior Process:

-LGM on carpet and mats, with Folex solution

-1Z Premium Cockpit Cleaner on vinyl and dash

-Compressed air in conjunction with OPC for pockets/nooks & crannies

-Leather Masters for all leather surfaces (Strong Cleaner/Protection Cream)



Wheels/tires:

-Megs Wheel Brightener to clean wheels

-OPC for tires and wheel wells

-Various brushes

-Megs hyper Dressing on tires 3:1

-Optimum Opti-Coat to protect wheels



Engine: (engine was done at no charge)

-OPC with various brushes

-Garden sprayer with ONR mix

-303 Aerospace Protectant



Exterior process:

-ONR wash (after good rinse at car wash)

-Megs clay with ONR as lube

-Megs D300/PCXP/5" MF pad/ Speed 4.5

-Megs M105/PCXP/5' MF pad/speed 4.5 (used on part of drivers side)

-Menz 106fa/PCXP/5" tangerine LC pad

-Re-wash with CGCW and OPC

-IPA wipe down

-Optimum Opti-Coat on all exterior surfaces (Paint, trim, glass, wheels...10cc used)





Before condition

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Yea, dog hair! :)

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Paint Condition

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Scuff on passenger door (sanded 1500/3000 grit)

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Rids all over this thing!

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Some light water spots too

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Have I ever mentioned how much I love clear bra???

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So I taped up a 50/50 section, but apparently I forgot to take the after pics with my DSLR....I think I used my phone to send it to someone and then spaced it out.....this test panel was using M105/MF. The drivers side had a lot more RIDS for some reason and I wanted to see what M105/MF would do to them. Well, it actually cut better and even finished down better then D300 on this paint! It was very dependant on technique though so I'll need to play with this combo some more.

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After pic with my phone

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Time for my limited after pics! :(

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Thanks for looking, :)



Rasky
 
Thrillseeker said:
Nice turnaround. For as low as the miles were on it someone worked extra hard to trash it.
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Thanks!



Unfortunately it came like that from the dealer. I evaluated it last summer when it was new and it looked pretty much the same...paint wise that is. ;)
 
Looks great and I really like the interior shots: everything looks simply PERFECT. Hope things are going well over in MN!
 
A primer in how to gloss out a black car! You truly altered that cars appearance in every way.



What was the time frame on that car?



Cheers,

GREG
 
Greg Nichols said:
A primer in how to gloss out a black car! You truly altered that cars appearance in every way.



What was the time frame on that car?



Cheers,

GREG
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Thanks guys! :)



Greg, I think I had a about 20hrs on this one...





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RaskyR1- Hey, great work! (again, per usual ;) ).



I love posts about dog-hauler jobs, but they oughta do something to help keep it nicer...sheesh, I've seen kennels that were a lot tidier than that. They oughta look into "Hatchbag" and "Canine Covers", stuff like that.
 
gtpaul said:
Interior looks mint. Exterior looks great too!



Good work.







-Paul
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Thanks Paul



DaGonz said:
My guess would be a Golden Retriever...



Nice work!
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German Sheppard. ;)



Accumulator said:
RaskyR1- Hey, great work! (again, per usual ;) ).



I love posts about dog-hauler jobs, but they oughta do something to help keep it nicer...sheesh, I've seen kennels that were a lot tidier than that. They oughta look into "Hatchbag" and "Canine Covers", stuff like that.
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Thanks Accumulator!



They do at least keep him in the far back off the leather seats at least. Most the hair came up with little effort but the far back required some additional vacuuming time. ;)



Scottwax said:
Awesome work!
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Thanks Scott! :)



Detailing Technology said:
Awesome job!



what are you using for lighting on your pics? They look great.
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Thanks man!



In the pics I have the halogens and the Brinkman Dual Xenon. I have a little LED too but did not capture pics with it.
 
RaskyR1 said:
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This is an interesting photo. Only one I could find of Opticoat on an Obsidian Lexus. I also own an Obsidian Lexus.



It seems that Opticoat doesn't provide the depth and clarity of the Swissvax Shield I am using right now. Is that right or is it just the photo?
 
Batman75 said:
This is an interesting photo. Only one I could find of Opticoat on an Obsidian Lexus. I also own an Obsidian Lexus.



It seems that Opticoat doesn't provide the depth and clarity of the Swissvax Shield I am using right now. Is that right or is it just the photo?
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I don't personally believe the subtle differences between waxes and sealants can be seen by most people in person, let alone in a photo. It has a more glossy, crisp look similar to a lot of other sealants.



I've not tried Swissvax Shield, but I personally like the look of Opti-Coat, though its purpose is more about protection then the overall look. ;)
 
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