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2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

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  • 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

    Hello Meguiars Family,

    I completed yet another full exterior detail for a customer on Memorial day and wanted to share the before/after pictures. This job took approximately 10 hours without breaks and I still didn't finish in time. The after pictures were taken a couple days later since I ran out of time and daylight the first night.

    Before:

    From Gary Sun Burst Orange Corvette 05























    During Washing:

    Meguiars D108 Super Degrease 4:1 soaking (30 seconds)


    After Wash:













    Easy stuff is done - Time for the real work to begin

    Claying, wet sanding, buffing



    2'x2' roof section


    Taping off delicate objects. (Batman anyone?)







    2500 grit soaking


    This customer had great concerns about one paticular scratch on his front hood which was caused by bird feces which was wiped off.





    Break time (arms were killing me) - Does everything get disorganized for you when detailing? lol


    I had to try out my new toys! Buff & Shine backing plate and pad



    Wet sanding scratches left by bird feces as mentioned above.


    Roof was hurtin


    Just a cool pic I snapped and wanted to share


    After: (2 days later, ran out of time the first night)



    Scratch was removed after wet sanding and 3 hits with a So1o Heavy cutting pad at 1800 rpms.












    Black WOW was another recent purchase I got to use for the first time.




    Black WOW magic at work again.




    Another shot of hood and scratch removal:


    The Money Shot:



    I went through many different combination's of products but I found that the M105 and M205 saved the day again. I attempted Mezerna's IP and SIP first with unsatisfying results. Pads used: WWHC7, W72O7B, & Soft Buff Polishing/Finishing pad.

    Customer was very happy and loved that the scratch on the hood was removed. I have two more jobs next weekend so I'll make sure to document them well.

    -Eric
    Detailing Enthusiast

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    Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

    Good job, nice write-up with pictures too...


    Mike Phillips
    760-515-0444
    showcargarage@gmail.com

    "Find something you like and use it often"

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    • #3
      Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

      Quick shout to Meguiars by the way. My So1o heavy cutting pad was deteriorating quickly and after 1 call to customer care they sent me a new one. I just got it today so thank you for that!
      Detailing Enthusiast

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      • #4
        Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

        very nice work, and yes, my supplies go all over the place.
        Nick
        Tucker's Detailing Services
        815-954-0773
        2012 Ford Transit Connect

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        • #5
          Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

          Hmmm it wont show me your photos, i wonder why.
          "Every moment frontin and maxin
          Chillin in the car they spent all day waxin
          "

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          • #6
            Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

            Click the link in my signature. Not sure why they aren't showing up for you.
            Detailing Enthusiast

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            • #7
              Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

              Thats not working either, i think it has to do with my work computer. Maybe they are catching on that im on here all day haha
              "Every moment frontin and maxin
              Chillin in the car they spent all day waxin
              "

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              • #8
                Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                Great work on the vette. Looks great.
                quality creates its own demand

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                • #9
                  Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                  Nice!! I Just Did One Exactly Like The One You Just Worked One Same Color. Man Is The Clear Is Really Hard Was Yours Too? Looks Amazing BTW

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                  • #10
                    Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                    Nice job! What did you use to polish the chrome and dress the tires? Did you do the interior at all?
                    Shane
                    1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera SL

                    If you trim yourself to fit the world you'll whittle yourself away. - Aaron Tippin

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                    • #11
                      Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                      Originally posted by CieraSL View Post
                      Nice job! What did you use to polish the chrome and dress the tires? Did you do the interior at all?
                      wow, its like CieraSL was reading my mind!!

                      Car looks good!!
                      Fergy-

                      You're only as good as your last detail

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                      • #12
                        Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                        Great write up! Nice work

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                        • #13
                          Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                          Another question: What did you use for your LSP?
                          Shane
                          1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera SL

                          If you trim yourself to fit the world you'll whittle yourself away. - Aaron Tippin

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                          • #14
                            Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)

                            Great work.

                            Great car too...

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                            • #15
                              Re: 2005 Corvette - Sun Burnt Orange - Full Detail (56k Warning)



                              I love the way the Atomic Orange glows in full sun, it's my favorite C6 color!

                              I've used the Black WOW a few times and was impressed, it seems to last through a few car washes too.
                              Arizona Corvette Enthusiasts
                              08 Atomic Orange Metallic C6 LS3 Z51 4LT
                              98 Torch Red Convertible * SOLD
                              82 Collector Edition * SOLD

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