Mini Coopers at Meguiar's NXT Garage!

[westcoaster]

Thanks Clover! I think that would be a great feature.

I was planning on putting NXT wax on the MINI today after I washed it, but as luck would have it, my neighbor came over with his 3-year-old son when they saw the MINI in the driveway. His son is absolutely crazy about the MINI, so instead of waxing we went for a ride. His carseat fits perfectly in the back seat.

It's almost impossible to wash the MINI without interuptions from neighbors.

[rusty bumper]

Originally posted by SqkyKln
actually its a federal law that nothing but rain/storm water can run into the storm drain or into the street. Now its not enforced in a lot of places but more and more are starting to enforce it.

I can understand the problem with motor oil, etc. going into the drain, but car wash is a very mild product to begin with...I hope we never have to deal with the enforcement of the law here.

How do you stop the waste water from going into the storm drain in the 1st place?!

[westcoaster]

Originally posted by Rusty Bumper
I can understand the problem with motor oil, etc. going into the drain, but car wash is a very mild product to begin with...I hope we never have to deal with the enforcement of the law here.

How do you stop the waste water from going into the storm drain in the 1st place?!

I normally re-direct the run-off to flow onto my lawn by laying a garden hose (charged) across the driveway to act as a dam. Gravity takes care of the rest. What little water that does get past the hose ends up evaporating before it makes it to the storm drain.

If I keep rinsing my car with an open hose I'll have to come up with a better dam. I think if I take a bicycle inner-tube and cut it, tie off one end and then fill it with water, I could lay a couple of those in the driveway and they would redirect the flow onto my lawn.

[Bob W.]

Originally posted by Mike Phillips
This is how you prevent hurting your back...

Sitting on the ground may not be stylish, but it helps reduce fatique to your arms, back and shoulders, as well as enabling you to see better, the panel your working on.

Mike,

I think my smile was related to seeing some results, and that the DA didn't get away from me! Many thanks to you, Mike P. and the other folks at Meguiar's, as well as all the Mini-nuts, for a great day. Your generosity and spirit are appreciated by all.

[Mike Phillips]

Hi Bob,

You are so welcome, we’re glad you enjoyed the event as we did also. If you ever have any question please feel free to post them here to the forums.

Kind regards,

Mike Phillips

p.s.

I'll be adding more pictures of the event tonight and tomorrow.

[Mike Phillips]

Here's a shot of Jenn quickly cleaning any light dust from her Mini Cooper's finish before applying NXT Tech Wax...

[Mike Phillips]

Here's a shot of Jenn applying the NXT Tech Wax using the G-100 Dual Action Polisher,

[Mike Phillips]

Here are the results after applying NXT Tech Wax to Jenn's Mini Cooper!

[Mike Phillips]

Here's a beauty shot of the hood on Jenn's Mini Cooper...

[Mike Phillips]

She's out of here...

[Mike Pennington]

Just thought I would chime in to say, I also had a blast this past Sat. You really made teaching the class very fun…In addition, it was great to see everyone jumping in and getting busy! If there is anything I can do for you in the future, just let me know.

BTW...The avatar I chose is the truck I race, and that picture was taken at Irwindale Speedway last year...the engine was hurt pretty bad, but I walked away unhurt !!!

Thanks again for a great day!

Mike Pennington

[StickKing1]

Very cool event and nice pictures as always, Mike. Who's this leaning on the car? Busted!

[DETLMAN]

AHHH busted that is me leaning! Notice I am leaning on the black trim that is taped..lol I would never lean on a body panel.

[Brad Herman]

Hey guys I had a great time at the event. I should get my pads for the DA tomarow. The plan is to detail karin's car first on Weds night. You want some dramatic before and after pictures that will be them. Im thinking of doing the half hood thing just to show it off. Then on to my car

That's one good thing about Culver City, you can wash you car in your driveway as long as you have a hose with a spray head, no open nozzle allowed.

[OctaneGuy]

Today I wiped down Lil'Octane with Quick Detailer, and used the NXT Spray Wax and boy does he SHINE!!!!! He smells great too! Its very easy to use. I also used the NXT Protectanct (don't recall the exact name) for all the interior plastics. It really helped hide my scuff marks and darken everything up without leaving any residue. I really wish that spray bottle had more of a spray pattern than a stream though. An adjustable nozzle like the Tire Spray would be awesome!