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Cleaned up Scott C's Ride...
Stephenwz968
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07-22-2007, 08:32 AM
I had the privelidge of detailing Scott's red 1992 968. I wound up using a rotary buffer and Meguiar's #83 on a polishing pad to remove most of the haze, and Meguiar's #84 on a cutting pad to remove the scratches and scrapes. A round of Meguiar's #80 on a polishing pad with the D/A buffer, and then she was sealed with Meguiar's #21 synthetic sealant. Here's some eye candy!



Rear wheelwell before:    



Rear wheelwell after:    



A 50/50 shot of the roof:    



And some afters:



   



   



There are some more pics Here
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07-22-2007, 10:40 AM
Nice work, Red cars end up looking so good...



Are you a Professional Detailer?



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07-22-2007, 10:55 AM
[quote name='94SilverCab' post='38601' date='Jul 22 2007, 09:40 AM']Nice work, Red cars end up looking so good...



Are you a Professional Detailer?



Jay[/quote]





Jay,



Along with being a 968 nut, I am also a professional detailer, I work in NJ, PA and Delaware. My website is www.azmobiledetailing.com



Eric, if it is inappropriate for me to post this, please let me know, and I'll edit it.



Thanks for the compliment!



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07-22-2007, 02:28 PM
Nice work Steve, it's very satisfying to clean up the oxidation on red cars.
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07-22-2007, 08:11 PM
Car looks great Steve. Where are you located in New Jersey?



At some point I'd really like to learn how to use a rotary buffer, but haven't gotten brave enough yet. The PC will have to do for now.
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07-22-2007, 08:30 PM
Oooohh!! purdy! Two red 968's restored to their factory shine! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wub.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



Too bad you're not local, doh! Heh, don't know how much you could do with a white 968!
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07-22-2007, 09:07 PM
Joel,



Shoot me an email or give me a call, I'd be happy to detail your car and teach you at the same time!



Ren,



Thanks, and white cars can benefit from a lot of claying and rotary work as well!



   



The paint on Scott's car is clearcoated, so it was really about removing contaminants and the oxidation out of the clear. My car tends to oxidize very quickly, and the single stage paint is nice to work with, as I can really work into it to remove defects and make it shine!



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07-22-2007, 09:13 PM
You can make a white 968 look fantastic, in fact I think it is the best color on the car.
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07-22-2007, 09:38 PM
No kidding! wow <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/ohmy.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />
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07-23-2007, 07:20 AM
Renalicious, I have had great luck with my white car and

Rejex wax. The stuff lasts forever and shines beautifully.



White cars have an advantage: the white color comes from titanium dioxide, which is a hard compound. My 93 with 111,000 miles has almost no stone chips, and had none until fairly recently.
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07-23-2007, 11:59 AM
Most everyone knows that black is the worst color for showing dirt, oxidation, and swirls. Here's a before and after of what I have been dealing with on my 944. I've been doing one body panel at a time, but it's coming back very nice!



I've also recently partnered with a local high end detailer who has their own line of products. The paint cleanser, wax, and polishes are very nice. The vinyl/rubber protectant/sealer make's Mother's Back to Black pale in comparison. There's also a caranuba that rivals P21S. I'll have more info soon for those that may be interested. Perhaps a new sponsor button is in my future! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/biggrin.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



Stephenwz968...nice work...look for a PM soon.



Mark...whenever you want me to tackle one of yours, let me know.



Jay, I'll be in Philly this week...I can drive your car back and you could come get it next week if you're coming to DC! Take the train down and I'll come pick you up! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/laugh.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



- Darryl
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07-23-2007, 12:18 PM
Darryl you have a PM
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07-23-2007, 12:32 PM
Thanks, on my website I have examples of swirl removal, overspray removal and scratch removal. Darryl, what process did you use on on your 944? How/Where are the products your local detailer sell made?



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07-23-2007, 12:45 PM
[quote name='Stephenwz968' post='38684' date='Jul 23 2007, 11:32 AM']Thanks, on my website I have examples of swirl removal, overspray removal and scratch removal. Darryl, what process did you use on on your 944? How/Where are the products your local detailer sell made?



Steve[/quote]



I've always used Menzerna products...The roof of the 944 pictured was done with Power Gloss and an orange cutting pad, followed by Intensive Polish and Final Polish II with a white pad. The "after" picture was taken prior to sealant and wax.



The "private label" products were developed by a focus group of high end automobile owners and then sent to a chemical factory for development. I haven't tried all of them yet, but as mentioned, I will provide info. Sorry for beating around the bush, but I need to make sure I don't say anything that I'm not supposed to!



- Darryl
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07-23-2007, 12:51 PM
[quote name='Darryl' post='38678' date='Jul 23 2007, 07:59 AM']Most everyone knows that black is the worst color for showing dirt, oxidation, and swirls. Here's a before and after of what I have been dealing with on my 944. I've been doing one body panel at a time, but it's coming back very nice!



- Darryl[/quote]



Very impressive. So, I own a bk 968 in the DC area.



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07-23-2007, 12:59 PM
Black is very satisfying to work on:



Before:    



After:    



I use Meguiar's products, I have tried almost everything out there, and keep coming back to their professional line for great results. I see that you've had impressive results with the Menzerna!
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