New Truck Detail

[fordf150]

A couple weeks ago I didn't know much about detailing a vehicle. I'm still obviously no expert, but I have learned a few things by joining this forum and reading the wealth of information that is available. There are a lot of things (especially the prep) that most folks either don't understand or take for granted to get the best possible look to your vehicle's paint surface. Here are some pics of my new ride after I detailed the exterior.

Let me just start by saying that even the hand wash I took for granted until I viewed the video on this site (2 bucket method). Then came the quick detail using QD and then the Megs smooth bar clay kit which I had no clue on prior to joining this site. Following the instructions (again from viewing the clay video) I was amazed at the results. Finally 2 coats of #21 synthetic sealant and the color on the truck has come ALIVE !!!.

Thanks to this site I have a new fond knowledge of taking care of a vehicles paint. Great site.

[Markus Kleis]

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Wow, what a beautiful truck!

Glad we could help you out, and welcome to MOL!

[Tuck91]

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Yeah, nice truck. What did you use on the tires?

[Andrew C.]

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Beautiful Truck, Looks great and I love it!

[RGP]

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Wonderful job!

I'd like to echo your appreciation for all the great stuff I've learned on this forum.

Luckily I saw the two bucket video and the grit guard before I trashed my nearly perfect paint job.

Thanks to all the Meguiar's corporate folks, mods, and everyone that make all this possible.

[BACNBLACK]

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Agreed, you never know how much you DONT know until you start trying. Meguiars and all the people on MOL rock! Keep it clesan and shiny and hopefully it will last you forever!
Rock On!

[Eddie6th]

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Very nice truck.

Can really see how well the color pops.

[fordf150]

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Yeah, nice truck. What did you use on the tires?

I used Megs Endurance tire gel (purple stuff). I like this as you can achieve what ever gloss level you wish by adding multiple coats or wiping off excess to achieve a more satin or matte finish.

[theeng]

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very nice truck. i like that color.

[CieraSL]

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Wow! Very nice, love how M21 really made the color pop!

[J. A. Michaels]

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Congrats. Great work on the truck. It looks fantastic. Way to go.

[HCAD]

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Don't forget to wave while taking a reflection photo of yourself.

Truck looks great!

[fordf150]

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Thanks for all the compliments guys. It took the better part of a day to accomplish it, but it was worth it in the long run.

[Deaner5]

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Yes very nice truck and nice job detailing it. Also glad to see another Minnesota MOL member. Welcome!!!!