2002 Berger SS Camaro Restoration

Discussion in 'Show and Shine' started by Paint Protection Orlando, Jan 18, 2011.

  1. Paint Protection Orlando

    Paint Protection Orlando Detailers Advertising Scheme

    I was contacted by this client to restore the finish on this 2002 Berger SS Camaro.

    This car is #66 of 100 and is a Stage I 380HP version which consists of cold air induction, Hurst shifter, GMMG chambered exhaust, Eibach springs, Fikse FM5 wheels, drilled rotors and Berger badges.

    As it was dropped off.

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    Wheel cleaner dwelling.

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    Rinsed.

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    As you can see here there was plenty of protection on the surface and needed to be stripped away.

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    Citrus degreaser breaking down the LSP.

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    Inside.

    Some disassembly required.

    Taillights and rear filler panel removed.

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    Client wanted the front bumper stripes replaced since they were nicked up pretty bad.

    Removing the stripes.

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    Removed.

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    Now onto the paint.

    Since this was an SS with a fiberglass hood the only panels I could take readings from were the rear quarters and rocker panels.

    Some readings were in the 70 micron range so I had to tread lightly.

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    Stripes taped off.

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    Some of the defects I was able to capture.

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    Corrected.

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    Corrected.

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    Onto the vinyl stripes.

    The stripes were in terrible shape. Not only are they near impossible to replace but quite pricey as well for original replacements.

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    This scratch was pretty deep and was a concern for the owner.

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    Corrected.

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    More damage.

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    Corrected.

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    Time to replace the bumper stripes.

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    Now for the taillights.

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    Calipers sealed.

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    Afters.

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    Sun shots.

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    Delivered.

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    This will coming down the line shortly.

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  2. stingray23

    stingray23 Jedi Nuba

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  3. Bmer89

    Bmer89 DB Forum Supporter

    Nice correction on the vinyl!! Can't wait to see the GTO done!
     
  4. imaj

    imaj Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    I do not compliment that much. But, I must say...you did a fantastic job.
     
  5. Trents_goat5.7

    Trents_goat5.7 Jedi Nuba

    Great work Richie. Can't wait to see what you do with the goat.
     
  6. JPerrydore

    JPerrydore Birth of a Detailer

    Nice work!
     
  7. Auto Concierge

    Auto Concierge DB Pro Supporter

    Looks great............(lol)
     

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