911fanatic/T-dawg vs AMG CLS

Discussion in 'Show and Shine' started by 911Fanatic, Nov 3, 2009.

  1. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Its been a while since I've posted anything as its been a very busy year so far. I've got a few cars to get caught up on so lets get started. This job was a referral after I did a job for a client on a local forum. As scheduling conflicts prevented me from going back a second day, Terence was once again recruited for the day. When we got to the clients, we found the car to be very dirty and in need of a very thorough cleaning.

    Engine / Jambs - Cleaned with AG Powermax3 and RG brushes
    Washed with Blackfire Shampoo
    Tires / Wheels - AG Custom Wheel Cleaner and Bilberry. Wheels needed spot cleaning with an acid based product as the brake dust buildup in areas was severe.
    Clayed with samples of Gloss it Green ( mild ) and Lavender ( aggressive ) clay. AutoMagic BodyShine #49 was used for lube.
    Polished with Flex3403/GI pads (Ken) and Makita/LC pads ( Terence) and Menz PF and 85RD
    LSP was DG501/601/105
    Wheels sealed with DG105 and tires dressed with GI Signature Tire Gloss
    Interior was scrubbed down with AG Interior Shampoo and AG Hi Tech Cleaning Pad.
    Leather was cleaned and conditioned with Lexol
    Glass was cleaned with AG Fast Glass and WW Glass Towels

    One dirty CLS 550
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    WTF?!
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    Accumulations were in all the jambs.
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    Car had a good smattering of fallout as well
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    Terence and I tried the Gloss it clays. They reacted with the AM Bodyshine for some reason and Terence turned into the Hulk while I turned into, well, Barney. :(
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    Lots of swirls were found although they were hard to capture on film.
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    Having my way with the Benz Ceramiclear
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    As was Terence
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    Nasty bumper scuff
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    Just add Flex and some PF....
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    Interior was also quite dirty
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    Tips after using P21S
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    And another 15 minutes of polishing with Autosol and some special finishing polish
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    Looking better
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    SWEET! Wheels were sealed with 105 as well
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    Nice reflection - especially on white.
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    All done. Enjoy.
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    All sills and jambs were sealed as well
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    Interior looked awesome when it was finished
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    Swirled tail lights
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    Same after polishing
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    Theres that damn cat again! That thing is freakin' me out!
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    Wicked!
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    Money shot!
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  2. anbuzero

    anbuzero DB Pro Supporter

    awesome job on an awesome car. did that brake dust give you much trouble? i remember how bad it looked on my aunts benz
     
  3. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    The Bilberry got rid of most of it with the diluted acid needed for the backside of the spokes.
     
  4. Duratys

    Duratys Welcome to Detailing

    Wow that was dirty. Nice work as usual Ken.
     
  5. Auto Concierge

    Auto Concierge DB Pro Supporter

    Outstanding Ken!!!, the cat is hilarious...... with the "Not now chief Im in a F-ing zone" look.
     
  6. getcha

    getcha Jedi Nuba

    What kind of acid was it? You have me curious
     
  7. BrendanS

    BrendanS Welcome to Detailing

    Ken it turned out amazing. You make me want to get a DSLR! Which DSLR do you have again?
     
  8. kc1337

    kc1337 Obsessive Detailer

    Fantastic work!
     
  9. agpatel

    agpatel OD On Detailing

    Nice job Ken and T-dawg...love the lines of the CLS :)
     
  10. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    I know. Great cat,eh? It just sat around all day watching us.

    A little concoction my AG rep has made up for his local clients. Not available for shipping.

    Nikon D60 with Nikkor 16-85 wide angle lens.

    I agree, from the right angle, not many cars can match the look of this car.
     
  11. Denzil

    Denzil Guest

    Looks great Ken, the whole job was done outside eh?
     
  12. kei169

    kei169 Wax on..Wax off

    very nice man!
     
  13. corrswitch

    corrswitch Jedi Nuba

    pure white, nice work. thnx for sharing.
     
  14. billyblooshoes

    billyblooshoes DB Forum Supporter

    Really nice save ken and terrence. I expected nothing less from you guys!
     
  15. Pats300zx

    Pats300zx Official DB Moderator

    Incredible job Ken !!! What an awesome car.
     
  16. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Yes it was. It was nice because the house was so tall that we were in the shade all day. It was close to 30C that day so we really got lucky.
     
  17. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    beautiful work, Ken!!! You are the man!!!
     
  18. dschia

    dschia Jedi Nuba

    Excellent work as usual.. How long does it takes for this detail? I really like a white car that is free from dirt especially at the jams area. It looks 'cleaner' compared to other colours.
     
  19. Deep Gloss Auto Salon

    Deep Gloss Auto Salon DB Pro Supporter

    Very nice work Ken!
     
  20. Nica

    Nica Banned

    Sweet Benso :druling:

    But you know as much as I admired your guys work that house looked wicked :worship2: :worship2: You BC folkes have wicked neighborhoods and the weather to match it :nod:

    Vehicle turned out great guys, well done :applause:
     

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