911Fanatic vs 09 Infiniti

Discussion in 'Show and Shine' started by 911Fanatic, Feb 16, 2009.

  1. Buddy

    Buddy Getting to know Detailing

    It just amazes me what people can do to there brand new vehicles and what you can do to bring them back. I thought this one would never have come back the way it did. You did it again and in 13 hours. Thats got to be some kind of record. Heck, I can't ever wash and put two coats of LSP in 13 hours nevermind anything else on that beast. Thanks for sharing another great detail and write up...:thumb:
     
  2. Carn

    Carn Welcome to Detailing

    Awesome work Ken, terrific turnaround ;)

    I will try post some pics later of a black SLK 55 we did this past weekend, we also used the 3M green pad with menz SIP and it finished down flawlessly while offering terrific correction ;)
     
  3. er1k

    er1k Obsessive Detailer

    Outstanding work!
     
  4. JLs Detailing

    JLs Detailing DB Pro Supporter

    Awesome work as usual Ken. You do some damn fine work and your customers are lucky to have you to rescue their cars!
     
  5. Asphalt Rocket

    Asphalt Rocket Nuba Guru

    Great job Ken.
     
  6. Hostage1978

    Hostage1978 Guest

    Night and Day! You must have hustled every minute of those 13 hours for a result like that.

    Thanks for sharing;)
     
  7. Smith2287

    Smith2287 Welcome to Detailing

    Awesome job as always on that very large SUV, I agree you made some real great time on that beast it looks really good in the completed shots.
     
  8. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    I didn't measure after but from experience I would guess it may have removed 1 or 2 microns. I didn't use a compound and almost all of it came out with the first pass.


    You could probably start a new thread and debate this all day long but IMHO, no. I polished cars for years before clay was available here with no ill effects. Add to that the fact that I also foam the vehicle and rinse thoroughly before washing and any loose particles are more than likely removed. Any remaining contaminants will likely be smoothed over a bit but without a very aggressive compound, the chances of a foam pad pulling contaminants off the paint are pretty slim.

    Outside temp that day was 2C (36F) The garage is heated though so it's all good.

    Unfortunately I do probably 20 -30 SUVs for every 1 car I do so I have a system for doing these things efficiently.
     
  9. ///M LifeStyle

    ///M LifeStyle Birth of a Detailer

    nice work...when are you doing the S600 in the back?
     
  10. edwinbong

    edwinbong DB Forum Supporter

    wow! nice work! it probably looks better than it did when it rolled off the lot brand new! :applause:
     
  11. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Was supposed to go over it this week. Maybe next week when the owners back in town. Will keep you posted.
     
  12. Brian N

    Brian N Jedi Nuba

    I love black corrections! Great job Ken!
     
  13. dschia

    dschia Jedi Nuba

    Great job..Nice reading and thanks for sharing.
     
  14. kogenx

    kogenx Birth of a Detailer

    Great work mate.
     
  15. bwanderson79

    bwanderson79 Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    FANTASTIC WORK!!

    I know this is an old thread, but I wanted to ask if this was done in the customer's garage and I assume it was, and how many of your customers let you use their garage if need be? That never occurred to me as a possibility. Also, you mentioned you had a system for doing these big cars efficiently, can you share a few pointers on how you save time without compromising quality? Thanks for your help, and for many great write ups.

    Brian
     
  16. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Yes I used the clients garage. I seldom go to a clients house unless I have the use of a garage that is free from clutter. Its not worth the hassle. The only system I use is to do every car the exact same way. Do not change your routine. Routines are what allow you to get a bit faster as you learn to do things without having to think about it and you will forget things less. Your goal should not be to save time, it should be to make sure the vehicle is done to the best of your abilities. Don't watch the clock.You're done when its right. Only time and experience will cut down on the time it takes to do the job .
     
  17. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    Amazing turnaround, Ken! Love how it came out!
     
  18. kei169

    kei169 Wax on..Wax off

    Looking nice dude!
     
  19. corrswitch

    corrswitch Jedi Nuba

    Great Work Ken.
    Just love black.

    13 hours for such a large SUV, you have a good system going :)
     
  20. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Out where I live, I typically do 10 SUVs for every car.
     

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