Working on the SLK by Hand

[BLACK _SLK]

My Second post WOW...today turned into a 8+ hour day! I just purchased a used Porsche Boxster that need some TLC, so I thought I would detail my wifes SLK today.....the swirl marks killed me....I think I'm going to find a pro

Well below are some pics of the car after I was done with the exterior...still need to do windows and interior...that is going to have to wait.

All done by hand:
Zaino car wash
Mequiars clay bar
Three applications of Scatch X
wiped down with quick detailer in between applications
two coats Zaino Z-5
two coats Mequairs NXT
Sprayed Zaino Z-6 gloss enhnacer between coats of z-5, and NXT, wiped down one more time with Z-6
Mequairs wheel foam

I can still see the swirls and I'm pissed....
The photos look better that what my eyes are saying.....






I need help to get it perfect, or find some GOOD Detailer in sothwest florida
Ken

[Kiribati]

Re: Working on the SLK by Hand

Sir, if you can direct me to the nearest dealership that carries a Mercedes/Porsche Hybrid, I'll get it in an instant.

Just kidding. Good work on the SLK and nice Boxster.

[PorscheGuy997]

Re: Working on the SLK by Hand

Hi Ken,

Well, from the pics you posted, both vehicles look very good.

Unfortunately, working by hand isn't always easy and it takes a lot of energy. ScratchX is one of those products that requires many applications with a lot of passion.

Good luck finding a good detailer. If all else fails, you can drive them up to Indiana and I'll be more than happy to detail them.

I've done a few SLK 320's. The paint is somewhat hard, but the results are worth it.

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: Working on the SLK by Hand

Your pics look very good. The reflections look great.

[spence82]

Re: Working on the SLK by Hand

i would either stick with zaino or NXT.both great choices.

[BLACK _SLK]

Re: Working on the SLK by Hand

Spence, I've used Zaino in the past...but for all the hard work and $$$$ I really don't think I get as good results as I do with Meguiars. There are a few Z products I really like..the leather in the bottle...great..Z-6..wonderful...but I never had good results with Z-5 for swirls...not even after 4-5 coasts, tops with Z-2

I've always mixed the products i use, but I think I'm sticking straight Mequiars now and gonna purchase a Porter Cable machine to bring it to the next level..