boxkita Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 It looks like you skip 2 important steps in auto detailing.... polishing and applying paint sealant. Those 2 steps go after clay bar and before waxing. When I detailed my car last Sat here were the steps: 1. Wash and Dry 2. Clay Bar 3. Wash and Dry 4. Polish with a medium cut 5. Rinse and Dry 6. Very Fine Polish 7. Paint Sealant (2 coats) 8. Wax (2 coats) All in all, took about 7 hours. Elephant does all that in 5 minutes. Ok, maybe not the "very fine polish". Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpeterson4237 Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 Looks awesome! What do you use for your leather treatment? I use meguires, its works well, just wondering if there is something better out there i should know about... I just used what was down at my shop for the reconditioning, I cleaned the seats before with a mild degreaser, scrubbed them and then reconditioned! Thanks for the kind words, dude! I don't mind the steering wheel but question the number of air fresheners you have on your mirror. Like I told boxkita, Ruby's got a bush. While I love love love the retro wood grain steering wheel, it looks out of place with the rest of the car with all the knobs/buttons/digital displays, etc. But as long as you are good with that, it's perfectly fine. I plan on adding a few more wood accents maybe. The brushed silver on it matches the interior and the cherry oak is nice with the GRP. Not sure what my definite plans are with the interior. EDIT: Just got done searching the interwebz and found a pretty nice real rosewood trim kit. Hmmmm.... Yes they are. and yes I do. Right on, dude. Maybe add the faux woodgrain accents that some other trim packages came with? Maybe! Not sure yet! It looks like you skip 2 important steps in auto detailing.... polishing and applying paint sealant. Those 2 steps go after clay bar and before waxing. When I detailed my car last Sat here were the steps: 1. Wash and Dry 2. Clay Bar 3. Wash and Dry 4. Polish with a medium cut 5. Rinse and Dry 6. Very Fine Polish 7. Paint Sealant (2 coats) 8. Wax (2 coats) All in all, took about 7 hours. Okay, maybe I didn't fully detail my car. Outside of Dutch Bros. Coffee, I also am a detailer, so I know the steps, I just started to run out of daylight. I was fully 100% detailed before the Big Northwest Meet though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 While I used to get the Jag detailed, loved the shine. I've never done the wagon. After the first year of autox and the second year of pushing the limit on the track, the front third of the car is beyond the help of a claybar. However, if one of the OCD detailers on here wants to give it try, I'll willing make a deal. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpeterson4237 Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 While I used to get the Jag detailed, loved the shine. I've never done the wagon. After the first year of autox and the second year of pushing the limit on the track, the front third of the car is beyond the help of a claybar. However, if one of the OCD detailers on here wants to give it try, I'll willing make a deal. If you're ever near Eugene, I'm up for a challenge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanGT Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 If you're ever near Eugene, I'm up for a challenge! If you ever have the chance to complete the challenge, please disclose what brands of clay bars and polishes you've used to get rid of the DRAMA® in boxkita's wagon! . . I have enough drama for now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpeterson4237 Posted August 16, 2013 Author Share Posted August 16, 2013 If you ever have the chance to complete the challenge, please disclose what brands of clay bars and polishes you've used to get rid of the DRAMA® in boxkita's wagon! Hahahaha well I know I've got some good cuts, polishes, bars, acids, and acids to battle the DRAMA on his car, but not sure what kind of DRAMA goes on IN his car hahahaha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Installed my hella supertones and JDM tails today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12sechatch Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Everything went as planned with the lights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealkubitz Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Washed it... Then took some pics, you can see my spoiler delete, it looks pretty good i think. Just took spoiler off filled holes (amature) and then wrapped with CF Vinyl. http://i.imgur.com/JjHahHNh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/hYz4xCQh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/VE24091h.jpg Trunk http://i.imgur.com/mRDXvR8h.jpg http://i.imgur.com/LtAdfQrh.jpg Lurkin.... http://i.imgur.com/jDvhTN6h.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpeterson4237 Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 Washed it... Then took some pics, you can see my spoiler delete, it looks pretty good i think. Just took spoiler off filled holes (amature) and then wrapped with CF Vinyl. Niyyycccceeeeeee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SATSFYD Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Researching Grimmspeed Phenolic 8mm Spacers... anyone done this yet? Pos and negs about it? **There are two types of people in the world, those who build horsepower and those who buy it. Which one are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealkubitz Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Buying it a Roof Rack tonight! woot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynamic80 Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Replaced the passenger side VC gasket... what a PITA! Also replaced the spark plugs while I'm at it... Same with the top radiator hose... Then noticed some coolant is leaking from the turbo coolant hose from the top, what can cause that? The hoses are still in great condition and the clip is on there snug. I do notice this turbo runs hotter than my VF40, so not sure if that is the reason why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino6303 Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Yesterday I installed new struts (tokico hts) and tophats. Today I sold my old VF40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legacy360 Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Yesterday I washed the transmission cooler (there was build up from a clamp that was allowing ATF to seep by). Also changed the engine oil and filter; love my Fumoto valve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynamic80 Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 New radiator going on tomorrow since my original one broke when trying to replace the top radiator hose... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealkubitz Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Got a roof rack Friday, used it Saturday to bring a ladder home from my fathers place. http://i.imgur.com/Adkqturh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/71rRytBh.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealkubitz Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Also helped (MK6933) Kevin clear his headlights Sunday afternoon, went well, and definitely looks better! Also Kevin is a great dude, and we will likely be rolling to Caps N' Taps together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawson Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Got a roof rack Friday, used it Saturday to bring a ladder home from my fathers place. http://i.imgur.com/Adkqturh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/71rRytBh.jpg How many cans of plasti dip did you go through for rims scoop and grill I think I'm doing this today. Sent from my pocket using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nealkubitz Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 How many cans of plasti dip did you go through for rims scoop and grill I think I'm doing this today. Sent from my pocket using Tapatalk I only used 2 cans on my wheels, should probably do 1 more can on them just for an easy peel later... The scoop was about a half of a can, maybe 5 light coats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elpete77 Posted September 19, 2013 Share Posted September 19, 2013 New clutch, new fluids in trans and rear diff. I put in the 07+ oem kit that fred beans sells, clutch pedal is almost too light now. Almost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpeterson4237 Posted September 19, 2013 Author Share Posted September 19, 2013 How many cans of plasti dip did you go through for rims scoop and grill I think I'm doing this today. Sent from my pocket using Tapatalk IMO I'd buy 5 cans. One for each wheel and then use the other one for the grill, scoop and other touch-ups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawson Posted September 20, 2013 Share Posted September 20, 2013 IMO I'd buy 5 cans. One for each wheel and then use the other one for the grill, scoop and other touch-ups exactly what i did after work today, scoop done, grill still needs some bondo before dipping and rims this weekend probably, pics to come Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
national64 Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 New to this thread, have 06 LGT-GRP. Installed Cobb front sway bar and TS TMIC. doing timing belt, WP next week, new turbo and inlet to follow-then retune. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SATSFYD Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Added/ changed out the Powersterring rubber hose to a '05 "oil cooler" line. **There are two types of people in the world, those who build horsepower and those who buy it. Which one are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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