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  • The sun doesn't lie.

    Finally got around to detailing my Cobalt.

    Process

    Wash with Meguiar's Gold Class Shampoo and 2 bucket method.
    Dried with a Meguiar's Water Magnet (waffle weave).
    Clayed using Smooth Surface Clay Kit.
    Meguiar's Ultimate Compound with yellow polishing pad via G110V2 (this thing rocks)
    NXT 2.0 with black finishing pad via G110V2.
    Meguiar's Hot Shine on tires and wheel wells.

    I didn't take any before pictures, but there were minor swirl marks here and there, as well as some marring from a neighbor kid that decided to use my car as a shield in a snowball fight. Thankfully, there was only one spot on the hood from his gloved hand.

    This is the result of my test spot....Ultimate Compound finished LSP ready, to my surprise.



    With Flash from Camera:



    Since it finished so nicely, I was ready for my LSP. I chose NXT 2.0 because it creates more of a mirror look, and it really brings out metallic flake in paint.

    Apply it thin!





    After I let it cure for an hour, I removed the wax.





    Now, for the sun pictures. Remember, the sun doesn't lie.














    So, what do you think?
    -James
    2012 Chevy Silverado ECSB. Z71 4x4. 5.3



  • #2
    Re: The sun doesn't lie.

    Your car's color is so vibrant outside, it's almost like it's been touched up in Photoshop - not saying it is, of course. :P But it looks fantastic!
    2003 Volkswagen Golf GL 2-Door (Manual) in Black / Beige
    2012 Volkswagen CC R-Line (Manual) in Deep Black Metallic / Black
    2013 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo Convertible w/ Sound in Reef Blue Metallic / Beige

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    • #3
      Re: The sun doesn't lie.

      Your Cobalt looks great. Nice work.
      quality creates its own demand

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      • #4
        Re: The sun doesn't lie.

        Looks great!
        Tedrow's Detailing
        845-642-1698
        Treat Yourself to that New Car Feeling

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        • #5
          Re: The sun doesn't lie.

          Golden, your car looks awesome! REALLY nice work man
          Tracy
          765-413-7547
          Autobritedetailing@gmail.com

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          • #6
            Re: The sun doesn't lie.

            Nice work Golden,

            The Cobalt looks really good!
            Nick
            Tucker's Detailing Services
            815-954-0773
            2012 Ford Transit Connect

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            • #7
              Re: The sun doesn't lie.

              nice work! Want to do my car now?

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              • #8
                Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                inspiring photos... Car looks better than new!
                Arctic Detailing - Northern Norway
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                • #9
                  Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                  Thanks, everyone! I was very happy with the results, as it was my first time using the G110V2. I know everyone says it.....but I can't believe I waited that long to get one!
                  -James
                  2012 Chevy Silverado ECSB. Z71 4x4. 5.3


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                  • #10
                    Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                    Golden, great job,
                    but one quick question.
                    did you use NXT 2.0 liquid wax??

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                    • #11
                      Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                      Originally posted by Executionerhk View Post
                      Golden, great job,
                      but one quick question.
                      did you use NXT 2.0 liquid wax??
                      Thank you. Yes, I used liquid. Still love the smell of NXT.
                      -James
                      2012 Chevy Silverado ECSB. Z71 4x4. 5.3


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                      • #12
                        Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                        Well worth the time...exceptional....

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                        • #13
                          Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                          Love it

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                          • #14
                            Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                            Perfection! Great job

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                            • #15
                              Re: The sun doesn't lie.

                              Thats a slick color man. Looks real good after the work.
                              Shane
                              Cardomain ยท HINcity

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