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FinerDetails
11-11-2006, 17:15
I've met Andy on a few occasions through the SEAT forums and he'd been interesting in getting his Ibiza de-swirled and protected for the winter for some time. We finally got a date sorted, and Andy came to Rochdale with his grey swirled Ibiza.
So here's the car waiting for me to get started:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p743ce5b1f96a3e63ee9999957ee06a46/ec18bb85.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p6d7085e84a4b2d990f741a3c9c300037/ec18bb47.jpg
Some close ups of the troubled areas:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p0af602ae68b56d5a4c3abd617cb7e4ed/ec18bb87.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p90fdf24876ccf607561bf1294aa5fa0b/ec18bb52.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p096ee79608f7258cd852a97b28e6eda2/ec18bb1e.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p172b0fbf26df1f2fb65861100a4486e7/ec18bb0f.jpg
FinerDetails
11-11-2006, 17:16
So I got started - if you've read my reports you'll know my routine by now:
DP foam gun shampoo, APC alloys and arches.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/pa10088bd7c8095eddb82473c9e8d5a05/ec18baeb.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p06b2ead51b21e5f3ba54b45022dd4642/ec18baef.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p6b7f1f5ddb783246317e59c8b0ab8f86/ec18bae8.jpg
Two bucket wash. Rinsed it down, then using the karcher for lub spray, Pinnacle Ultra Fine Poly Clay and some DP clay for the rear bumper set too and gave it a good surface clean.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/pe059c76660e14eb431902b0e46badf34/ec18bac6.jpg
Managed to wash, clay, re-wash and dry in just over hour and a half.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p3dd41217cf20a4db9792af652f8e76cc/ec18ba80.jpg
FinerDetails
11-11-2006, 17:17
Once dried we taped using the 3m tape, set the kit up amd took the PDG readings:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/pec188c0e59533ad61e841239dcf6172c/ec18ba4b.jpg
First up was the Metabo, a wolfgang polishing pad and pinnacle Swirl Remover. Here's the minor swirling before and half & half shots:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p5f8e2b62338a606d2d971cf37a94ec88/ec18ba74.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p38c307990aa066ae45580c67cc51b9dc/ec18ba31.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p219e0b2abce0b9a8a198c8fc2e8b32c8/ec18ba28.jpg
I continued with the same combo, working my way around the car:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/pf3282396de7f37852857b6bc8f64f9e9/ec18ba24.jpg
FinerDetails
11-11-2006, 17:17
Next using a finishind pad on the Metabo and Pinnacle Advanced Finishing Polish I worked my way round, putting a true shine back into the paintwork.
Using the PC, a finishing pad and Wolfgang Deep Gloss Sealant, applied to the whole car and left to cure for 30 minutes.
Whilst that cured Andy applied megs #20 sealant to the alloys. Wiped the wolfgang clear, cleaned the windows in and out with Stoners, Poorboys Bold n Brite in arches and under the bonnet, Optimum Tyre Shine to the treads.
I then applied Collinite 845 IW using a Megs foam applicator, left to cure for 20 mins, and wiped clear with a Poorboys Ultra Plush MF. A final wipe down with Pinnacle Crystal Mist, and the detail was complete.
Due to the darkening conditions outside we took some shots inside for comparison:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p739067ee38b7e482a7a742d4c9958c61/ec18b9a1.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p0fcfd46354f4b3af7bc8771f7cfb57a0/ec18b959.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p675798ad99e83608df8dc04b0d6a2b5c/ec18b93d.jpg
Total work time around 5 and 1/2 hours:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p980fad349ec43b2ebceed1fe41649e2b/ec18b922.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p0bce984c05c33c7aa6ea3d6fce2540b7/ec18b913.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p95b4a5ac2d8da33bd4c7d6eca791f467/ec18b859.jpg
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/pa773161380e973172133619b01d8cc83/ec18b861.jpg
some close ups:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p93b9a08c7a6a162ba598efb774e812e8/ec18b86f.jpg
roof:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p4b6cb87553bdf62b67f1e41b23a8e2b3/ec18b843.jpg
bonnet:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid218/p86324741d98e2ac6f23ae081f8d7e4c9/ec18b7b7.jpg
thanks for reading, Iain.
Blue Monday
11-11-2006, 17:23
:blink: Bl**dy hell thats shiney, wish i had the patients to spend 5.5 hrs doing that. Well done good job lads.:clap:
Many thanks Iain! The difference, which you could see on the bonnet the most when we only did half of it was amazing! Think even j.akelly and Laura were amazed when they popped over! My car is actually amazingly black and I didn't realise it! Top job and would definitely recommend Iain to anyone who is thinking of having their car done!
gazjones
11-11-2006, 17:39
looks great ian well done as usual cars looking good andy keep it that way now!
daveyonthemove
11-11-2006, 19:12
I've had my car done by Iain too, and i can second Spyke's recomendation.
Shame you ran out of daylight hours to get a few photos done, but it's still looking fantastic.
Top work guys!
FinerDetails
11-11-2006, 21:47
thanks GUys
thanks to Andy for the feedback, always good to hear from a happy customer or two :)
lunalupi
11-11-2006, 22:00
Wow, looks really glossy and shiny and...black! :D
I might even ask for mine to be done for my birthday at this rate, if you can make a black car come up like that you could do wonders for the arosa's paintwork!
FinerDetails
12-11-2006, 08:01
I might even ask for mine to be done for my birthday at this rate, if you can make a black car come up like that you could do wonders for the arosa's paintwork!
could I not just post yo a card, not sure I know you that well ;) :D
Jokes aside, yes the red would look awesome once done :clap:
Blue Monday
12-11-2006, 10:26
How long does the effect last, i tend to wash my car every week or 10 days and polish once every 4 - 6 weeks.
FinerDetails
12-11-2006, 16:20
How long does the effect last, i tend to wash my car every week or 10 days and polish once every 4 - 6 weeks.
with the products used there, that will last til March 07!!! After that it will require a cleanse, polsh and re-wax or seal.
Blue Monday
12-11-2006, 17:45
Actualy met Andy and his car today and the south manchester meet at the Romper. The car looks good and feels nice too!!!!
Just some updates I took today due to the bad light last night
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y112/spyke_85/DSCF0503.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y112/spyke_85/DSCF0504.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y112/spyke_85/DSCF0506.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y112/spyke_85/DSCF0501.jpg
Collinite rules....!!!
I struggle to wash mine due to the insane beading its giving me...
Thats 2 weeks after applying it!
Awesome stuff
Must say I am very impressed with the beading :p
How long does the effect last, i tend to wash my car every week or 10 days and polish once every 4 - 6 weeks.
have a peek at my pics in the picture forum mate,Iain detailed mine about 5-6 weeks ago,all it gets is a wash once a week and a wax every fortnight,still get loads of comments about how good it looks.
I cannot recommend Iain highly enough when it comes to getting your car back to or beyond its original best:)
Is it possible to wax by hand? And if so, whats best to get for doing it?
yea i only wax by hand,an applicator pad and am using poorboy's natty blue wax and some plush mf towels to clean off with and thats it:)
FinerDetails
13-11-2006, 08:45
have a peek at my pics in the picture forum mate,Iain detailed mine about 5-6 weeks ago,all it gets is a wash once a week and a wax every fortnight,still get loads of comments about how good it looks.
I cannot recommend Iain highly enough when it comes to getting your car back to or beyond its original best:)
Cheers Cowie, its the customer testimonials and feedback that drive the way forward ;)
Once a car is prepped, and has a good base for maintanence all thatis required is a wax top up. Dependant on the wax you wish to use will depend on how often this is required.
For dark cars, a good value, easy application and removal, results to suit wax would be the nattys blue. Use this every 6-8 weeks, and then every 6 months, strip back, re-cleanse/clay, polish and selant and wax. then just wax inbetween.
The car will maintain its detailed look ;)
Iain, what should I be buying just to keep this topped up? Guessing its a wax I need, some applicator pads and some MF towels?
FinerDetails
15-11-2006, 13:37
Iain, what should I be buying just to keep this topped up? Guessing its a wax I need, some applicator pads and some MF towels?
spot on matey.
For a balance for value, durability and results (shine and depth) get natty's blue wax. Apply every 6-8 weeks. ;)
The nattys will last 6-8 weeks, but the collinite underneath is good til about MARCH NEXT YEAR!!
j.a.kelly
17-11-2006, 15:01
I'm a little late i know, but the detail was amazing, we stopped for a quick demo, and the results are amazing :)
kiwi is booked in with him too...tho i think that may need some hard graft ;)
cheers
JK
FinerDetails
17-11-2006, 15:42
I'm a little late i know, but the detail was amazing, we stopped for a quick demo, and the results are amazing :)
kiwi is booked in with him too...tho i think that may need some hard graft ;)
cheers
JK
Cheers JK, its always good when people put into words what they have seen with their own eyes, adds credit to my work, and the improvements made.
The kiwi will need some work, but what do you expect with a paint count over 1000 microns? :whistle: :D (for those un-aware, typical paint is 120 microns thick)...... read into that as you will ;)
Triple D
17-11-2006, 18:42
HHmm looking at these pics, im thinking that i should treat mine to a complete detail session, get rid of all the swirls and light scrathes. Ian if i pm you can you let me know when i could book it in for and how much it would cost based on say 6 hrs work.
Many thanks
Daniel.
daveyonthemove
17-11-2006, 18:50
HHmm looking at these pics, im thinking that i should treat mine to a complete detail session, get rid of all the swirls and light scrathes. Ian if i pm you can you let me know when i could book it in for and how much it would cost based on say 6 hrs work.
Many thanks
Daniel.
You won't regeret taking it to Iain for "The works".
I had mine done back in March, and it's still shining with a good wash and squirt of QD. I'm up there again this saturday, so keep your eyes peeled for the G/F's dads black Pug 307. Should come up a treat ;)
UncleFester
17-11-2006, 19:14
Cheers JK, its always good when people put into words what they have seen with their own eyes, adds credit to my work, and the improvements made.
The kiwi will need some work, but what do you expect with a paint count over 1000 microns? :whistle: :D (for those un-aware, typical paint is 120 microns thick)...... read into that as you will ;)
1000!!!!!! all that means is you're safe to go mad with that PC of yours ;)
FinerDetails
17-11-2006, 19:34
aye, I thought the winter months might see a quieter time, but I'm busier than ever!
The cars are coming in, and the enquiries, good work doesn't come easy you know :D
HHmm looking at these pics, im thinking that i should treat mine to a complete detail session, get rid of all the swirls and light scrathes. Ian if i pm you can you let me know when i could book it in for and how much it would cost based on say 6 hrs work.
Many thanks
Daniel.
Spaniels, you will be amazed at how different your car will look! I thought my car was clean until I took it to Iain!