This one was a full detail with massive paint correction as you can see the paint was shot with buffer trails, swirls, etc.

Note: I apologize no after sun shots by the time we were done it was 9 pm. This car was a real challenge about 97 degrees that day and humid it was took 10 hours x 2 (Dan and I) 20 hours.

Enjoy

Take a look:

Exterior:
Adam's Car Wash
Uber Clay Bar
Optimum Instant Detail Spray
P21S Autowash
P21S Wheel Cleaner Gel
Adam's Glass Cleaner
Adam's Undercarriage Spray
Adam's Metal 1 and 2
Menzerna SIP
Menzerna PO85RD
Menzerna Top Inspection
Swissvax Cleaner Fluid
Swissvax Divine
Swissvax Autobahn (for the wheels)
Swissvax Pneu (for the tires)

Interior:
Adam's Carpet and Upholstery
Adam's Glass Cleaner
Leather Master Strong Cleaner
Leather Master Vital
Leather Master Protection
Einszett Cockpit

Tools:

Infratech 5300
Makita 9227 Hi Speed Rotary
LC CCS White Pad
Tons of "Uber" Microfiber Towels
Uber Drying Towels
Detailer's Domain "Uber" Wool Mitt
Ace Power Sticks
AcePowerSticks
Dewalt 12V Cordless
Vacuum
Cam Spray 1500A with Cam Spray Foam Gun

Now the pics:

Wash
The 2 buckets and pressure washer


Nice thick foam

 

Engine shots
Before







Actions shots of Dan

 

After shots of the engine:






Final shot of the engine all dressed up

 

After

Added some P21S Wash Booster (customer was driving down to Florida after this detail)


Paint correction shots

Before

 

After using the Infratech 5300

 

Wheels getting the Swissvax Treatment with Swissvax Autobahn

 

After shots

 

Last shot:

 

amazing outcome as usual Phil!!!!

 

Thanks!

 

Hey Phil!

Awesome results! I know what its like to detail a car in hot and humid conditions. Detailing supplies always act "funny" in those conditions. It can really test your resolve.. again nice work!

Ronnie

 

hey phil (or any one of the pros), in the last shot of the rear with the CLS 63 badge what causes that sort of ripple effect? is that just distortion in the image or part of the finish?

 

vick,

its orange peel from the factory. BMW and MB's have a ton of it.

Paint film having an uneven texture that resembles the skin of an orange.

CAUSE

1. Under reduction and/or air pressure too low.
2. Thinner/reducer evaporates too fast for spray conditions.
3. Excessive film thickness or piling on of heavy wet coats.
4. Improper spray gun set-up.
5. Improper painting technique.

REPAIR

1. Compound or polish to reduce surface texture.
2. Or, sand smooth with 1200 or finer grit sandpaper, compound and polish to restore gloss.
3. Or, sand smooth and refinish.

PREVENTION

1. Use proper reduction ratio and spray at recommended air pressure.
2. Select recommended thinner/reducer based on temperature, humidity, air movement, and size of repair.
3. Avoid heavy coats and excessive film thickness.
4. Use recommended spray gun, fluid tip and air cap for the material being sprayed. Always adjust the gun for best atomization and balanced spray pattern before paint application.
5. During paint application, hold the gun perpendicular and parallel to the surface. Adjust speed of pass, pattern overlap, and distance from the panel to achieve the desired appearance.

(http://www.sherwin-automotive.com/re...peel/index.cfm)

 

wow dude, super fast reply!

i see some of that orange peel effect on my car. can you get it out or is it just something you live with?

nevermind. i just read josh's post in another thread with a really good description of what orange peel is. sounds like you just live with it.

 

oh... i forgot to mention: awesome results phil! i cringe to think about all the squished bugs from the florida highways on that beautiful finish.