After this vehicle was scheduled on the calendar, I was very excited to begin working on it. This 2000 Dodge Viper had a complete make-over last year and was heavily modded in the process. Supercharger, Custom CCW Wheels, Rockers, full race suspension, 2008 Viper brake system, roll cage, 5-point harnesses... etc. In addition to the modifications, the shop also painted the vehicle. Bad idea. The shop didn't do the greatest job in the world in terms of fit and finish, little details etc. There were many drips under the clear, and the thickness levels on the rocker panels were all over the map. The swirls were minimal, partly due in part to the fact that the owner doesn't wash the car often- let alone drive it. It was the buffer trails, and holograms that were the worst part. Here's the process: The wheels weren't too dirty, here are a coule of before pictures: The wheels were first rinsed using filtered water Then, P21S Wheel Gel was applied using a Swissvax Brush Making certain to get the calipers, as well The barrels were cleaned with p21s and an EZ Detail Brush The fenderwells weren't as easy. Asphalt was cacked on, both to the fenderwells and the painted surfaces below the bumper. Meg's Super Degreaser 10:1 and lots of patience, and gentle picking was necessary to fully remove it. The vehicle was then washed using CG CWG in a foam gun. This picture was taken by the owner, using his iphone. The vehicle was also rinsed, washed, rinsed, and then dried using waffle weave towels. These pictures should give you an idea of the condition of the paintwork The paintwork was clayed using Meg's Pro Aggressive along with Meg's Last Touch Paint measurements were attempted, but all of the panels are fiberglass, except for the rocker panels :aww: Judging by the condition, I decided not to put my trust in the shop's paintjob, and instead I decided to take a less aggressive, safe route. Plus, the panels are composite anyway, so I was going to be keeping heat to a minimum. Note to self: Save up $2,000 for a new PTG A couple of different setups were attempted using the PC, 106FF, the Rotary, SIP, white, orange, etc. I ended up sticking with the Makita/1400-1500 (to keep heat down), using a white pad, with Menzerna SIP. This combo worked very well, although some panels received two passes. Here is a compilation of before/after shots: Before After Before After Before After Before After Before After Before After Before After Before: Discoloring from exhaust After: The lights were also polished After The refining stage consisted of the a black pad, combined with PO85RD and worked at around 1100 RPMS Massaging Rejuvenator Oil into the pre-warmed leather seats, followed by Prestine Clean. The vinyl surfaces received 1Z Einszett's Cockpit Premium. The paintwork was given a wipe down with Menzerna Top Inspection to remove any oils from the polishes, prior to applying Z-5 Pro. I forgot to take pictures directly of the wheels (and the engine!), but they were polished using Meguiar's NXT Polysh, and that was followed with P21S Cleansing Lotion. Same procedure for the exhaust tips. Tires were dressed using Optimum's Tire Shine. Here are some after shots from the next day... Then, the client took me for a spin in it to a nearby park for better photos And what's a detail without a little burnout?
Well done, man some wicked details being posted recently :applause: These vehicles are quite nice, not sure exactly what is it that I like about them but just like the shape and look :druling: I enjoyed the before and after pictures, well done :worship: Thank you for taking the time to share the pictures and that was mighty nice of the owner to give you a ride...oh the burn out was wicked :wicked:
Looks fantastic in grey. My clients Viper is having a Hennessey motor installed in his as we speak. Should have it back in a week or so. Great job!
that grey is looking real nice on that snake lol!!!! i like them rims especially di u use any wheel polish on that one !!!
