E30 M3, Multi-Step Correction and Partial Wet Sanding The owner of this fine example of German Engineering recently purchased the car and wanted me to do what I could to get the paint looking its best within his budget. Upon inspection it was evident that it had been repainted some time ago and that there was some excessive shrink on the top panels and a few other paint issues that needed to be addressed. Car as it arrived (nice and clean) Shrink on the hood can be seen from the lack of gloss and distorted reflection Washer nozzles removed for sanding and polishing Close up of shrink Sanded with 1500/3000 grit Meguiar’s sanding discs (hand and DA) After compounding with the Rupes LHR21 and KBM205 method Close up of shrink on the spoiler At a distance Close up of spoiler after sanding and compounding At a distance…notice the difference between the spoiler and the trunk Spoiler removed A few areas on the car had these “goose bump” protruding from the paint. I’m not 100% certain what causes this but I’ve seen it before on repaints. Its likely solvents or moisture trapped under the paint, possibly in the primer or base coat, which are trying to escape. I don’t suggesting trying to sand these defects out, for obvious reasons, but it looked bad and I decided to test out sanding in a discrete area, which turned out great. It’s not 100%, but a huge improvement. I lightly sanded them here so they were easier to see. The touched up chip can be used as a reference point. After Swirls and RIDS throughout 50/50 shot I spent about 10-12hrs carefully wet sanding and compounding…. An example of when the rotary is the better tool for the job. Great example of where the Rupes TA50 and 2” pads shine Finished shot prior to LSP….two different aperture settings I like this one After pics….I had hoped for sun, but I’m grateful that the owner made it home without getting rained on. As always, thank you for viewing my work. Rasky
Bad ass. You detail part time abd have all the tools in the world. Where DoD you get your car lift from?
Thanks guys! I do only do it PT now, but I've also been doing it for 24 years. I picked mine up from a local distributor, Benco Equipment. It's Direct-Lift Pro 6MR
excellent...curious where you source the pads for the ta50...may be interested in purchasing one of those.
Looks great Chad, what a difference!! If I had to guess he probably got them from Kevin Brown, BuffDaddy!!
Thanks again guys! Yes, they are from Kevin Brown (Cutting,Polishing, and Finishing pads). I also have some LC pads coming to test out that will likely be available soon.
Awesome example of various kinds of machines and techniques, you really got your stuff together man. Im rockin a Flex 3401 and PE14, Soon to purchase a 2" Pneumatic orbital, so many times ive needed it and didnt have it lol.
