Your own car = satisfaction...
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by DETAILKING [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Klasse slickness does not seem to diminish, but in my opinion, it does not offer much improved slickness over a bare clearcoat. [/b]</blockquote>
DK,
This may be a function of the paint/prep. My brother-in-law drove his brand-new Mazda Tribute to a family gathering over the long Labor Day weekend. Of course, I took a "basic" detailing kit with me.
His truck was 1 week old, and had not been washed/waxed since he drove it home. We proceeded to wash it with Gold Class shampoo, and then I asked him if he wanted to try the Klasse.
After doing part of the hood with just one coat of AIO, he commented on how much slicker it felt. We took a clean, dry MT and it slid right off the side with the AIO, didn't budge on the untreated side (not very scientific, I know). There was a huge difference in slickness on this previously untreated clearcoat.
Oh, and FWIW it beaded up nicely the next day when it rained.
Again, one vehicle, one paint job...who knows.
blue skies,
Andy
<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by DETAILKING [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Klasse slickness does not seem to diminish, but in my opinion, it does not offer much improved slickness over a bare clearcoat. [/b]</blockquote>
DK,
This may be a function of the paint/prep. My brother-in-law drove his brand-new Mazda Tribute to a family gathering over the long Labor Day weekend. Of course, I took a "basic" detailing kit with me.
His truck was 1 week old, and had not been washed/waxed since he drove it home. We proceeded to wash it with Gold Class shampoo, and then I asked him if he wanted to try the Klasse.
After doing part of the hood with just one coat of AIO, he commented on how much slicker it felt. We took a clean, dry MT and it slid right off the side with the AIO, didn't budge on the untreated side (not very scientific, I know). There was a huge difference in slickness on this previously untreated clearcoat.
Oh, and FWIW it beaded up nicely the next day when it rained.
Again, one vehicle, one paint job...who knows.
blue skies,
Andy
Street Dreams
New member
Just finished the last of my winter prep on my car, started it 3 weeks ago and did the bulk then, correction and sealant etc. and today was just the finishing touches (Sealed glass, wheels, exhaust, 303'd tires trim etc plus a full interior treatment)
I havent had the free time lately to take care of my car real well and it was looking in a sad state, wheels almost black with b-dust and the interior was a mess. Im not gonna lie I love my car and pamper it when I can but I have to drive it everyday rain, snow or shine... occasionally I need to have breakfast and coffee on the go and every other week it sits outside so basically it gets a little beat up after a while and is far from a garage queen
Anyways its all done and I took care of everything and I am just so damn happy... customers cars come and go but having you own stuff tiiiight just makes me feel that much better.
This depicts my mood right now and boy is it NOT NSFW :wizard:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eniw_S8JaJM
EDIT.. Realized without pictures most of you could care less....
Finished product...
I havent had the free time lately to take care of my car real well and it was looking in a sad state, wheels almost black with b-dust and the interior was a mess. Im not gonna lie I love my car and pamper it when I can but I have to drive it everyday rain, snow or shine... occasionally I need to have breakfast and coffee on the go and every other week it sits outside so basically it gets a little beat up after a while and is far from a garage queen
Anyways its all done and I took care of everything and I am just so damn happy... customers cars come and go but having you own stuff tiiiight just makes me feel that much better.
This depicts my mood right now and boy is it NOT NSFW :wizard:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eniw_S8JaJM
EDIT.. Realized without pictures most of you could care less....
Finished product...
*MustangGT/25YRS*
New member
*;O]*
Morning/
Dayuumm...Looks Sweet.You could shave w/that finish/:wink:/:cornut: Now you have to put a "Red & Green Bow* on it and say:*Merry Christmas To Me.*,
cause that's how nice it looks. I'd sure be proud to own that Audi,Sir. It's too bad you didn't have a "Beater" to drive for the Winter Months,and
keep this as a Fair Weather Cruiser.Nonetheless...Awesome.
Regards/
Raymond
Morning/
Dayuumm...Looks Sweet.You could shave w/that finish/:wink:/:cornut: Now you have to put a "Red & Green Bow* on it and say:*Merry Christmas To Me.*,
cause that's how nice it looks. I'd sure be proud to own that Audi,Sir. It's too bad you didn't have a "Beater" to drive for the Winter Months,and
keep this as a Fair Weather Cruiser.Nonetheless...Awesome.
Regards/
Raymond
imported_broker99
New member
looks great. That is a very nice looking car BTW.
imported_Luster
New member
I'm with you on this one David! I love having my daily drivers super clean and nice!!!
I usually do a couple full details every winter, then keep it clean with ONR and vac weekly (or more).
Love your car!:biggrin:
I usually do a couple full details every winter, then keep it clean with ONR and vac weekly (or more).
Love your car!:biggrin:
bmw5541
New member
David,
The car looks great. Supper shine!!!
Love those Terra Cotta Seats:clap:
The car looks great. Supper shine!!!
Love those Terra Cotta Seats:clap:
Deep Gloss
Jason@Deep-Gloss.com
Super Tight Dave.... Very nice!
Old Pirate
AMG Classic Car Detailing
Wow, what a ride and shine on it David. Is it staying in the garaged this winter?
Street Dreams
New member
One and only car, must drive in any weather
Old Pirate
AMG Classic Car Detailing
Man, I feel the pain when it's outside in the winter. I know you will perform your magic to it when it's needed David.
imported_Roadrunner
New member
Man, that car looks far from the daily :driving: looks like it's been kept in a glass case... beautiful!:hurray: