What is adams detail spray used for? I have only seen one video and that was when they clayed the car. Used it as an lubricant. But what else use is there?

 

It is really a lubricating quick detail spray. Let's say you have some dust on the car, a quick spray will help to reduce the chance of marring the paint due to the lubrication. Most often I use it after a wash as it changes the PH balance of any standing water on the paint, helping make sure I have a shiny, streak-free finish.

 

That is great to hear. I will try as soon as get one from adams. I even bought the grit guard bucket and the merino whool mitten.

 

I realized I have a bunch of SACDs (DSD: Direct Stream Digital from Sony) from the early 2000s of some random artists that aren't supported by the Burmester audio system. I decided to track down a few DVD Audio (Meridian Lossless Packing) and a few DTS Audio discs to try out on the system.

If you aren't familiar with DVD Audio, it never really took off. The advantage is that it offers lossless compression that allows for many different sampling rates. The more common would be a 5.1 recording at 96kHz/24 bit or 2.0 at 192kHz/24bit stereo.

The original discs were DVD Audio only discs. Later on some recording studios starting offering Dual-Discs that have one side CD and the other DVD Audio. I bought most of them on Amazon. I got the Black Album straight from Metallica.com for much less than used on Amazon.

Here is the best listing of discs available:

http://www.quadraphonicquad.com/dvdalist.htm

Most of them sound "pretty" good on the system. You do loose the ability to use Burmester DSP modes like Live. I found that I needed to adjust the settings as the low-end was is a little flat as compared to a 320kbs Spotify or a normal 44.1kHz/16bit CD.

 

Awesome!! Thanks much for sharing!!!

 

Gorgeous car, really beautiful.

 

Acura had DVD audio for years , but dropped it in 2014. Always received a "sampler" disc with new MDX purchase. Excellent compilations & variety...sound is amazing compared to iPOD - XM etc or regular CD.

Purchased a few, but tough to find. My favorite - Steely Dan "Gaucho"...in my 991 now.

Thanks!

 

Well, I just got two things in the mail this week. I'm not sure I like either one. I really dislike plate frames. I don't know why. I just don't like them. Normally, I would just leave the bare plate, but I thought I would try and see if I could find something simple that I liked for my new vanity plate that is coming.

I found this slim edge cover on amazon to give a try. It doesn't actually hold the plate like most frames do. It's just a simple edge cover. It is made of metal and looks to be powder coated black. I think I'll leave it on for a while and see if it grows on me. I'm not wild about it.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-J...o/0U9A8977.jpg

Before:






After:

 

After returning my AutoBody Armor cover from CoverKing, I got the Indoor Only Satin Stretch to replace it. I've had this exact cover for my S2000 and my M3 and loved it. The fit was flawless on my previous cars.

http://www.coverking.com/custom-car-...car-cover.html





They are super soft, easily washable, and look nice when on the car. I decided to go obnoxious this time and get a red one to match the calipers. It is super, duper red, but I guess it looks cool with the red Griot shelves. It certainly stands out.

Now this time I just like it. I don't love it. For some reason it is like $50 more than my M3 cover was for a smaller car. It doesn't fit flawlessly. It looks like my car is wearing it's Dad's cover. They added that stupid clear plastic plate window. It doesn't say anything about that feature on any of the CoverKing literature. I'm going to call them on Monday and see why it is not noted anywhere. I guess I see the point if you own like 25 cars, but I hate it. It doesn't line up properly, makes the cover less durable and washable, and could easily scratch the paint. I'll follow-up with their response.

By the way, they charged me a 15% restocking fee to return the other cover that they swore was baby soft. (maybe in comparison to a Brillo Pad...) I've been a loyal customer but am losing my patience with them.

Be sure to call them and clarify pricing. Their website and call center pricing isn't the same.

 

We had a cook-out at my house today, and my long-time friend brought his 997.2 GT3. I was too busy cooking and hosting to uncover my car and take some shots of both. I ran out when no one was looking, grabbed the camera, and took a few crappy shots. I'm trying to convince him we need to get a Go-Pro and make a few videos of a 997.2 GT3 vs 991 C2S Powerkit.

 

Car cover... and GT3 look great.
Can't wait for a photo shoot with the 2 cars in action !

 

I think the car cover looks great except the window. It is only on the side mirrors that it does not fit a 100%.

 

Really like the car cover, looks like better quality then the OE Porsche one and will match Guards red well!

I have a soft spot of the 997.2 GT3, I am interested to see some go pro footage of the 991 vs the GT3!

 

GT3 looks awesome! Definitely would love to see some footage of that epic battle!

 

I stopped by the local cars and coffee and met a fellow a forum member Chupacabra. I snapped a few photos.