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A thread for detailers to post pictures of their work whether it be their own personal car(s), family cars, friend's cars, customer cars, or even the equipment and chemicals they use !
Proud of your detailing work/hobby?! AND you're a cell phone picture whore or professional photographer?!
Then feel free to post your work here :)
I'll start w/ a couple pix.
http://distilleryimage8.s3.amazonaws...381b65e3_7.jpg
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...48455545_n.jpg
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...19120562_n.jpg
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...72776682_n.jpg
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...63327067_n.jpg
The R35's were detailed with Bryan (XDEEDUBBX) for those of you that know him.
http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...17859633_n.jpg
Really bad lighting. Will post an updated pic in sunlight tomorrow.
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...93557731_n.jpg
Roof of my neighbor's Cobalt LT
Before you guys laugh keep in mind that I detail on my spare time to make some extra money when I'm not at work or school.. and we (me and deedubb) don't discriminate any cars..
LOL.
I believe it's an EK Coupe w/ an Integra Type R front end and S2000 tail lights on Volk AV3's.
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...45704858_n.jpg
come on guys post up your recent details !
btw I know I said I was gonna post up the RX8 in full sunlight today but I woke up late this morning and school ends @7PM for me. Maybe tomorrow morning. haha
I like this thread!!! And we get to see all the cool cars!!
More, More!
http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...68973516_n.jpg
Auto Talent's E55 AMG.
Paging a porter cable for rent in Indiana.
Wash and black polish:
http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6179/6...95234a9e_b.jpg
you should consider purchasing one. I LOVE mines :)Quote:
Originally Posted by adamvanxxx
and nice job JSank !!!
keep em' coming MR.net !
Desperately need one my red paint is almost pink paint. Great work seeing things like this inspire me.
Lets see some before and after on some cars that needed it.
got you covered !Quote:
Originally Posted by adamvanxxx
Headlight restoration on an Acura MDX me and Bryan did a while back.
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...37764184_n.jpg
Before.
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...45287894_n.jpg
And After. :)
Before and After pix are a great idea. I'll post up more in the near future.
Great work guys!
A 50-50 of my hood:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/v...a/P1030371.jpg
Front bumper:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/v...a/P1030394.jpg
Finished
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/v...a/P1030415.jpg
Nice, that is what my red is looking like. Are you using a porter cable? What compounds did you use?
Anyone feel like detailing my car for free so they can post it in this thread? Lol jk.
I need to learn how to wash and detail cars. Black cars get dirty so quickly.
It was a while ago so I forget exactly what was used. It was a Porter Cable, Meguiar's 105, Menzurna's (forget which one exactly), and finished with Wolfgang sealerQuote:
Originally Posted by adamvanxxx
Do you mean the 105 compound?
Lol yea, I got a little dyslexic
Improper washing causes a lot of the hazing. Washing and drying with the right tools keeps the paint looking nice once it has been detailed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Schain
nice work psulja !
this thread is coming along nicely :D
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...48610452_n.jpg
what's hidden underneath all that sun, rain, dust, daily drive, and oxidation.
I'm scared to use a powerful buffer. I have burned paint before. Any tips on how to avoid this other than practice. I really don't want to ruin another paint job.
Get a DA style buffer like the porter cable 7424. It's not as powerful as a rotary, and because it uses a duel orbital system it is almost impossible to burn the paint.Quote:
Originally Posted by joe morreale
It's a lot easier to use for non-professionals and still provides good results.
friday speaks the truth. if you don't believe him then watch this vid of one of my favorite youtube detailers.Quote:
Originally Posted by friday
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XAqpOe9Zt4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7A5BCCb7Gg&feature=related
Hey gang, the Junkman here. Allow me to be more descriptive about why the PC-7424XP is so safe for the novice detailer, when compared to the Flex-3401VRG or the rotary like the Makita that you saw in the videos posted by CeeJaayDM. A lot of people will suggest one of these 3 machines for a novice detailer to machine polishing and ONLY ONE should ever be used by a novice.Quote:
Originally Posted by friday
The Flex is technically a "dual-action" polisher. That is, it performs 2 different actions with its back plate. It oscillates, just as the PC-7424XP does. It also ROTATES, just as a rotary polisher does. That's why if you look at the specifications of the Flex, you'll see that it is rated at a orbital OPM of 3200-9600, and a rotary RPM of 160-480. That rotary RPM, combined with the forced OPM orbit is what gives the Flex more bite than the PC-7424XP. That is also why it is a true "dual-action" polisher.
The PC is a true "orbital" polisher. The orbital oscillation is the only action that it is designed to do. Because it oscillates in the manner that it does, it causes the back plate to rotate also. However, the rotation of the PC can be stopped if you apply enough pressure, which means that it is NOT a true, "dual-action" polisher. It has what is called a "Free Floating Spindle Assembly" (which I refer to in my videos as a "clutch like" action), which can be bogged down with pressure. The ability to bog down the effectiveness of the PC is what makes it so safe for a novice detailer, who with any other machine may do damage to their paint. There's no bogging down the Flex or a rotary. If you apply more pressure with the Flex, the forced rotation of the back plate will start cutting more substance off the car. That's what makes it more dangerous. If you apply pressure or move too slow with a rotary, you will burn the paint and wipe out your paint job.
Now hopefully, that wasn't too technical. If it was, just read each paragraph slowly a couple of times and allow it to sink in. After reading it a few times, it should start to make sense. :smug:
And now to stay with the theme of the thread, my car:
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/washpics0.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/washpics3.jpg
Some cars that I have fixed. Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow2.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow3.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow4.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow5.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow6.jpg
After:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow10.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow13.jpg
Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow18.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow20.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow23.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/fordshow24.jpg
Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/vondavette1.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/vondavette2.jpg
After:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/vondavette6.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/vondavette5.jpg
Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest1.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest6.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest6a.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest7.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest8.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest9.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest10.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest11.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest13.jpg
After:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest14.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest15.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest16.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest17.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest18.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest19.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/c5fest21.jpg
Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo...a_scratch1.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch1c.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch1e.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo...a_scratch2.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch2a.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch2c.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch2d.jpg
After:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo...a_scratch3.jpg
[img]http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/toyota_scratch3c.jpg[.img]
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch3g.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cfo..._scratch3e.jpg
Before:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/ptcruiser1.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/ptcruiser2.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/ptcruiser3.jpg
After:
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/ptcruiser8.jpg
http://www.pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/ptcruiser10.jpg
Fixing paint is a passion for me. :)
The Junkman
Awesome work Junkman.
@ Junkman,
can you please tell me the steps you take to get rid of the swirls!? Looks amazing! Great work :)
Junkman is a god.
great work junkman!!! if you plan on sticking around a little longer we have a diy detailing section where you can teach us how to properly detail and stuff.
your knowledge would be greatly appreciated here especially since we're still a new growing forum !!
If the moderators don't mind, I'd love too. I've already made the videos but they are using Adam's products and I would like a green light from the mods before I post them here. I don't want to seem like I'm trying to advertise for free. :winky:Quote:
Originally Posted by JSanker
No problem, I'll stick around as long as anyone wants my help. :smile:Quote:
Originally Posted by CeeJaayDM
Wow junkman you are the man. Gives me hope for my fading paint. Great work.
Ok god,,, I'm in love. I haz thing for 3 spoke wheels.Quote:
Originally Posted by JSanker
Hey, you would be surprised at what can be fixed. Look at this hood on my El Camino. I hadn't washed it for at least 2 years and it was scratched to hell and back. It even had those helicopter leaf things embedded into the clear coat. The car just sat under a tree for 2 years. I fixed half of the hood for a video series that I did.Quote:
Originally Posted by Conundrum
Before:
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/...rty_before.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/...ty_before1.jpg
After:
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/...ty_before4.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/...ty_before5.jpg
Junk man just needs to take my car.
:) Thanks for the compliment! Here is a link to my flickr account for more pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/52981407@N05/Quote:
Originally Posted by Stealth97
Man, you got that puppy slammed! You don't have any trouble with the roads where you are?Quote:
Originally Posted by JSanker
Roads here aren't that bad you just have to be alert to pot holes and such. He's my neighbor lol.
That el camino came out great. I need to get to this after I get seats. Although my car was crappily resprayed by the PO would that affect the way I would have to treat it?
It won't affect how you go about fixing it but it will affect your results.
Waiting on this write up junkman. :P
Well I still haven't gotten the green light but I guess I can PM you a link.Quote:
Originally Posted by adamvanxxx
aw man where u @ phat ?? :)
i got a friend ho works in chemical guys, they clean my car yesterday so nice! and for free, because they need a car to work on for a class they give to pros or something like that .
i dint take pictures because my camera its dead.. but probably they will upload some pics in facebook, as soon they doe it, i will posted here
have they uploaded your car yet ? ^^ lol.
where can I find 4-6" foam buffing pads locally in OC?
About the only place I can think of is a Mirror Glaze distributor. Or, you could contact one of the local Adam's dealers in your area.
My car after a detailling :
http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/4243/imgp4887f.jpg
http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/3782/imgp4885.jpg
Looking newer than new :lol:
Are these cars the European version of what the US sold as the Miata? Yours is very clean! Nice!
Love the yellow rims Jsanker it really sets off the black...
Junkman, I'll support a tutorial from you!
School us on the techniques!
Thx. The Miata is the same car as the Mx-5 in France.Quote:
Originally Posted by Junkman2008
Thank you! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by jkkce
I would like to be PM'd about your detailing process as well junkman!
Quote:
Originally Posted by illWill
Now that I have your approval, I'll post it in a new thread. By the way, I'm going to have to steal your avatar. I cracked up the first time I saw it! lol!Quote:
Originally Posted by kung fu jesus
The new thread is posted here. :)
Decided to just to a quick wash and wax since it was kinda nice out yesterday.
Megs. Ultimate Paste wax on the Miata, and Autoglym HD wax on the Bravada.Attachment 2359Attachment 2360
YAYYY!Quote:
Originally Posted by Junkman2008
good job man !Quote:
Originally Posted by JuicyK
Thanks for all the great detailing advice!!! Love it!
yeah i haven't been detailing any cool cars lately.....
well deedubb got to detail a porsche this week while i was at school :(
anyways. we detailed his dentist's car at his office lol.
also did one of the nurse's cars.
sorry though guys, no cool cars this time.
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nice work Junkman! Would love to see it in person.Attachment 4609Attachment 4610 I'm watching the vids tonite! I also agree on the PC. I love the Flex a lot more, but have to be careful on non-clear coat paint.
I actually had to do my own car for a show a few weeks ago. I messed around and won an award. :D
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/kyhorses2010_1.jpg
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...... but this car hauls ass! :toomuch:
too funny. What are the specs on the Vette Junkman? Looks like it has zero miles by how clean it is!?!
It has 133,600 miles on it to date. Completely stock with a few visual modifications. I've replaced so much stuff on the car that it is like new (water pump, AC compressor and accompanying components, radiator, head gaskets, power steering pump and hoses, coolant tank, seat tracks, leather interior and the list goes on). She is definitely no garage queen. I drive her hard and put her up wet. I had a semi throw a retread and take out the front end of the car and had to build her back up from that fiasco.
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck7.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck11.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck14.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck15.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck22.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck25.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck27.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck51.jpg
http://pc-surgeon.net/images/cforum/wreck64.jpg
So as you can see, she's been through hell and back but I keep her rollin'. :slayer:
Man, that's some garage repair/paint work!!!
My car's paint is horrible. I just ordered a PC and some basic supplies. A friend recommended poorboy's products so I bought this kit http://www.autogeek.net/popoprkit1.html Along with some EX-P.
I also have some klasse AIO, ONR, and some pinnacle souveran that my friend gave.
Cant wait, gonna practice on my toyota camry first before I attempt to take the swirls out of my car.
Poorboys 2.5 followed by 1.0. This is bare, no sealant, glaze, wax or anything on the paint.
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...48061793_n.jpg
On my hood there were some swirls which I still cant feel with my finger nail or hand in a bag, but they werent removed. Should I step up to a more agressive compound/pad to get them out? Or just leave them be for now until my next detail?
That depends on your expertise level. A more aggressive compound may remove the damage, or you may have to resort to a more advanced approach. Here are some videos of me removing one such scratch that a more aggressive compound did not remove. I am by no means advocating that you even remotely think about trying this, just showing you what a more advanced repair consist of. :cheers:Quote:
Originally Posted by xjdesertfox
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UmzrrNi2Yk&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymFNDIdCS3Q&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYH-TMwJ6q0&feature=plcp
Junkman, you are the king of detail. I will use your wisdom wisely and only for good.
We all start at square one. I too have been where you are. That is why I can relate. Let me know whenever I can help. :bow:
Thank you Sensai. :bow:
My latest work, unfortunately I forgot to take a before picture. A friend got his hard top repainted by some dude in his garage. Job was horrible, covered in deep sanding marks
I did a 2 step correction, and as you can see, had to be extra careful as the window was lexan.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y19...ps049c3b6b.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y19...ps72d1a69e.jpg
That turned out nice. I would have removed that window though just to avoid the headache.
I was thinking about it, but noticed one of the holes was already developing a crack.Quote:
Originally Posted by Junkman2008
Yea, you did good to leave it alone then.
Woo Hoo Junkman is back!! Lets get some new videos man! :popcorn: :slayer:
Working on some this week. :winky:
I'll be in Indianapolis this weekend doing a clinic.
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...40669862_n.jpg
I would pay $10.00 to see you do your magic in person. Great stuff. If you ever get to Boston, let us know!
-Jim
Will do Jim. :8):Quote:
Originally Posted by WASABI
I was told "I gotta pick up a friend at the airport in 2 hours, just do the best you can in that time"...
I hate being rushed, but car wasn't so bad to begin with.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8126/8...8dc0c1f9be.jpg
DSC06888 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8258/8...9cf8326023.jpg
DSC06887 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
Did managed to get it to shine harder when the sun went down
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8379/8...efe3738e76.jpg
DSC06896 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8522/8...ec8bf8b6ab.jpg
DSC06897 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
Did this one today.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8104/8...bc46d1ff99.jpg
DSC06983 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
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DSC06992 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
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DSC06994 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
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DSC06995 by bigx5murf, on Flickr
Optimum Hyper Compound 3 passes
Optimum Hyper Polish 1 pass
Sonax Liquid Wax
Griot's best of show wax
Griot's spray wax lsp
Eagle One 20/20 on glass
303 Aerospace protectant on plastics/rubber
recent cars ive done lately.
rich chinese guys GTR
my moms QX-56
and the former HKS USA product development managers dads 530i
sorry about the phone camera pic quality.
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...B1CD8F8330.jpg
Can you guess the lsp?
Dang, I forgot all about this thread! I guess I should post some more pictures since all my others went the way of my old hosting company. :(
Toyota Camry, in my favorite color. :D
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry1.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry2.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry3.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry4.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry5.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry6.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry7.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry8.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...ics/camry9.jpg
After:
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix1.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix2.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix3.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix4.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix5.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix6.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix8.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...camry_fix9.jpg
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...amry_fix10.jpg
and the video that goes with it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XGwQDVbOgo
Working on rotornuts brother in laws 10ae miata, here is a small sample of just after compounding.
Before:
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...402011B153.jpg
After
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b1...7A9DFEAED0.jpg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHRlMYeRg4k&list=UUpag8RFvrSDFXfsj0wu_cBA& feature=share
That's a good video that shows the difference between the repaired section and the flawed section. http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...s/thumbsup.gif
Sadly i wish it were better, but the motto i follow anymore is I get paid to polish paint first and dont get paid for photography lol.Quote:
Originally Posted by Junkman2008