Mirror Images meets a 2002 Torch Red z06

Labster

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This was a referral from another detailer (dirtdiggler on here, thanks again!). The owner takes meticulous care of the car and it's easy to see. Unfortunately as is all too common, I suspect improper wash techniques as contributing to the swirls in the paint. He's anxious to learn proper care techniques so I've hooked him up with some how-tos and suggested good products to use. Besides the swirls a few rock chips were the only flaws in the car. Look closely at the engine bay pictures, you'll see why this is such a mean Z06!



Below are some befores of the exterior, as you see, swirls and holograms.

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Optimum Power Clean on the tires and wheel wells. P21s gel on the wheels themselves and EZ detail and EZ detail mini brush along with a boars hair wheel brush and swissvax brush took care of these.

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The owner only wanted a quick interior but the leather looked slightly dry so I decided to give my Leatherique kit a go. Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil being absorbed into the the thirsty seats below

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The entire body was foamed with a mix of Meguiars APC and Chemical Guys Citrus wash and allowed to dwell for 5-6 minutes before being rinsed off. The entire car was then washed via Todd Cooperider's 2x4 wash technique with CGCW.

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The interior need a vacuum and wipe down, not much more

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Ready for surgery...

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Some afters. Unfortunately the sun had disappeared :( I was able to achieve ~85% - 90% correction in 9 hrs which I along with client was thrilled about. The lsp of choice was Wolfgang Fusion.

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All polished up with Optimum Metal Polish

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The Rejuvenator Oil had 6 hard fought hours with the rock hard clear to work its magic on the car and my pocket thermometer said it reached 85 degrees inside which was great! Heat helps the Oil do its magic better IMO.

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The engine all wiped down and lookin sexy! Can you spy the surprise I talked about at the beginning?

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Looks like a Nitrous Oxide kit, the wet style. One jet for NO2, one jet for fuel which is tapped directly off the fuel rail. Judging from the purple color of the NO2 nozzel, I'm going to say it's a ZEX kit.



Nice way to add another 100+ HP to your ride.
 
WAS said:
Looks like a Nitrous Oxide kit, the wet style. One jet for NO2, one jet for fuel which is tapped directly off the fuel rail. Judging from the purple color of the NO2 nozzel, I'm going to say it's a ZEX kit.



Nice way to add another 100+ HP to your ride.



150 shot. Not sure of the brand as the tank isn't installed yet. He has it bored as well and it sounds mean! I forgot to take an audio clip of it.



tdekany said:
Stunning work. :2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs:



I did a 1999 a few weeks ago.



Again, great job!



Thanks Thomas



TSC17 said:
Nice work buddy on a mean car! And I feel privelaged...my name made your thread. :)



It's the least I can do, my xsi should be here monday! now I just gotta find a lens for it!



Barry Theal said:
Nice work Labster!!!!



Thanks Barry
 
Great job, car looks amazing.



I am just curious, what is the "Todd Cooperider 2x4 wash technique" you mentioned?



Always looking to learn from the real pros like you guys.



Regards,

Vito
 
96Lude said:
Great job, car looks amazing.



I am just curious, what is the "Todd Cooperider 2x4 wash technique" you mentioned?



Always looking to learn from the real pros like you guys.



Regards,

Vito



2 buckets with 2 grit guards in each. Adds another baffle against grime.
 
Labster said:
It's the least I can do, my xsi should be here monday! now I just gotta find a lens for it!



Congrats on the XSi. Let me know if you have any questions about it or want help with lens recommendations.



96Lude said:
Great job, car looks amazing.



I am just curious, what is the "Todd Cooperider 2x4 wash technique" you mentioned?



Always looking to learn from the real pros like you guys.



Regards,

Vito



2x4 Wash Method
 
Awesome work, Labster! That paint really shines now. :heelclick



I hope you don't mind me asking: what cleaning solution is that in the spray bottle found on the first pic?
 
It doesnt have the brand on the solenoid? Kinda looks like an n2o outlet, the zex shark fin is totally purple and blingy. Also looks like the n2o outlet sticker on the solenoid. Beautiful car, nice work.
 
SilverJag said:
Awesome work, Labster! That paint really shines now. :heelclick



I hope you don't mind me asking: what cleaning solution is that in the spray bottle found on the first pic?



Megs APC cut 10:1
 
2StepsAhead said:
It doesnt have the brand on the solenoid? Kinda looks like an n2o outlet, the zex shark fin is totally purple and blingy. Also looks like the n2o outlet sticker on the solenoid. Beautiful car, nice work.



Honestly, I didn't look. I was trying to bust it out before I lost the natural light.
 
RaskyR1 said:
Nice work Jacob! :2thumbs:





What did you use for the correction?



PC and orange pad with 105 via KBM for most of it. The trunk areas was the most difficult and I went with my Flex rotary at 1500 rpms with PFW and 105. Went over the entire car again with PC via 205 and white pad via KBM.
 
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