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04-18-13, 09:07 PM
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04-18-13, 11:32 PM
#197
naw, not a studebaker. a lot of people say that because of the center bullet in the bumper
and, I don't wanna bomb this lexus thread with my Ford
.
But it's a 1950 Ford Tudor 500 Custom ( shoebox ).
I been working on that one for years. That's my baby.
And of course a quick lil video of her
and, I don't wanna bomb this lexus thread with my Ford
. But it's a 1950 Ford Tudor 500 Custom ( shoebox ).
I been working on that one for years. That's my baby.
And of course a quick lil video of her
04-19-13, 12:06 AM
#200
Took a trip into town to the fabric store. Since they had a sale. Took my leather in to match. Turns out they had 50% off all Marine Leather ( Vinyl ) I got these two rolls for only $12, This oughtta keep me going on that sewing machine. Might try a black shift boot this time. With less seams and a chrome bezel. If i get time this weekend.
04-21-13, 08:01 PM
#204
Weekend update:
Wet sand and Polish Tails. - You know the drill by now
2000 Grit. Need to wash the car now anyways, so...
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We interrupt this thread with a quick commercial break from..
"The Chamois Shootout"
1.) My Old School Chamois
2.) The Absorber
3.) Tanner's Select 3.5 sq ft Sheepskin Chamois
4.) Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth
As much as i wash my cars i always wish i could dry them faster and more efficiently. I have tried many different things over the years. Seems they all have a downfall.
#1 - (unknown brand)
i got this at a flea market in like 1997. It's real sheepskin and has ALWAYS been my "go-to" chamois. But it has become riddled with rips and tears and now starting to leave a little bit of a haze. She has served her time and i wouldnt know where to get the same one.
#2 - "The Absorber"
It does what it says and really soaks up the heavy water left on your car. But once you try to get the car completely dry with it, seems to leave a thin layer of water streaks.
#3 - Tanner's Select Sheepskin Chamois
bought this one the other day (sheepskin) thinking it would be a new replacement for my old school. Not the case. Doesn't soak as well as the absorber and still leaves water streaks
#4 - Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth
My last hope! haha, i read a lot of reviews and as much as i love my Griot's orbital i tried this one. I didnt think microfiber could ever be as effective as a chamois. But holz sh!z. This is my new favorite. I dried my whole car without even ringing it out once. I even tried to ring it out with all my strength and it didnt even drip. Not to mention it left no residue or water streaks at all.
*** Winner: Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth ***
recommended
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Ok, back to business. all cleaned up. Orbital with Meguiars Ultimate Compound
Speed setting "5"
Reflection Pow
Wet sand and Polish Tails. - You know the drill by now
2000 Grit. Need to wash the car now anyways, so...
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
We interrupt this thread with a quick commercial break from..
"The Chamois Shootout"
1.) My Old School Chamois
2.) The Absorber
3.) Tanner's Select 3.5 sq ft Sheepskin Chamois
4.) Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth
As much as i wash my cars i always wish i could dry them faster and more efficiently. I have tried many different things over the years. Seems they all have a downfall.
#1 - (unknown brand)
i got this at a flea market in like 1997. It's real sheepskin and has ALWAYS been my "go-to" chamois. But it has become riddled with rips and tears and now starting to leave a little bit of a haze. She has served her time and i wouldnt know where to get the same one.
#2 - "The Absorber"
It does what it says and really soaks up the heavy water left on your car. But once you try to get the car completely dry with it, seems to leave a thin layer of water streaks.
#3 - Tanner's Select Sheepskin Chamois
bought this one the other day (sheepskin) thinking it would be a new replacement for my old school. Not the case. Doesn't soak as well as the absorber and still leaves water streaks
#4 - Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth
My last hope! haha, i read a lot of reviews and as much as i love my Griot's orbital i tried this one. I didnt think microfiber could ever be as effective as a chamois. But holz sh!z. This is my new favorite. I dried my whole car without even ringing it out once. I even tried to ring it out with all my strength and it didnt even drip. Not to mention it left no residue or water streaks at all.
*** Winner: Griot's Garage Microfiber Drying Cloth ***
recommended
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Ok, back to business. all cleaned up. Orbital with Meguiars Ultimate Compound
Speed setting "5"
Reflection Pow
Last edited by Sevenevez; 04-21-13 at 09:40 PM.
04-21-13, 09:39 PM
#205
..:: Project: Slightly Aggressive Headlights ::..
So, i drink beer and just stare at this car sometimes haha
I wanted to make the headlights look a lil more evil and not so much just oem circle bubbles.
Not really a fan of "Eyelids" as they look too bulky, so imma just go ahead and claim this as "Eyeliner". I wanted to keep it simple but just add a slight edge to them. You'll see what i mean.
Use the professional automotive tape to lay curves, plus it seals a really good edge that wont bleed through.
I didnt feel like taking my bumper off so i am going to paint them On the car.
I always save those annoying coupon papers in the mail for masking off stuff to paint.
Red 3M to scuff it to make paint stick. And then clean with alcohol
I didnt use primer this time. I didnt want it to be thick or even reflect from the inside any color but black. So, 2 coats gloss black, 1 coat Black Onyx, 2 coats clear.
Bake it in with the Heat Gun
side
Lights on
I dig that they slightly come to a point and seem just a little more edgy. Feels like it almost makes the front fender subliminally look a lil fatter too.
Oil change and another round of shift boots up next. Maybe in a couple days.
So, i drink beer and just stare at this car sometimes haha
I wanted to make the headlights look a lil more evil and not so much just oem circle bubbles.
Not really a fan of "Eyelids" as they look too bulky, so imma just go ahead and claim this as "Eyeliner". I wanted to keep it simple but just add a slight edge to them. You'll see what i mean.
Use the professional automotive tape to lay curves, plus it seals a really good edge that wont bleed through.
I didnt feel like taking my bumper off so i am going to paint them On the car.
I always save those annoying coupon papers in the mail for masking off stuff to paint.
Red 3M to scuff it to make paint stick. And then clean with alcohol
I didnt use primer this time. I didnt want it to be thick or even reflect from the inside any color but black. So, 2 coats gloss black, 1 coat Black Onyx, 2 coats clear.
Bake it in with the Heat Gun
side
Lights on
I dig that they slightly come to a point and seem just a little more edgy. Feels like it almost makes the front fender subliminally look a lil fatter too.
Oil change and another round of shift boots up next. Maybe in a couple days.
04-23-13, 12:22 PM
#208
Had about an hour last night after work before the sun went down. Used it wisely
Quick Mobil 1 Full Syn Oil Change @ 201,220 (<-- i may need to look at this post sometime in the future)
How cool is ClubLexus? Pretty damn cool cuz the homie FlockoGS4 hooked me up with this extra Strut bar he had. Thanks man!
Till next time
Quick Mobil 1 Full Syn Oil Change @ 201,220 (<-- i may need to look at this post sometime in the future)
How cool is ClubLexus? Pretty damn cool cuz the homie FlockoGS4 hooked me up with this extra Strut bar he had. Thanks man!
Till next time
Last edited by Sevenevez; 04-23-13 at 01:10 PM. Reason: spelling
04-23-13, 01:21 PM
#209
Love how you spend your spare time.
If you like toys a very good unit for drying is the the master blaster will run you about
$350 but it also uses warm air to blow with different settings. Think about it like this the less you touch your car with various rags the less scratches it will have. it also works great for blowing extra water from wheels or motor if you've detailed that. people tend to use a leaf blower the bad/down side to that is a leaf blower is not filtered so imagine all the debris coming out of it getting thrown at your car.
If you like toys a very good unit for drying is the the master blaster will run you about
$350 but it also uses warm air to blow with different settings. Think about it like this the less you touch your car with various rags the less scratches it will have. it also works great for blowing extra water from wheels or motor if you've detailed that. people tend to use a leaf blower the bad/down side to that is a leaf blower is not filtered so imagine all the debris coming out of it getting thrown at your car.
04-23-13, 05:33 PM
#210
i hear ya Rick, and i appreciate the resource. but i would blow dry my car with my own breathe before i paid almost $400 for a "master blaster". The Griot Waffle towel was $30 and really makes ease of drying now. And it's not a Pagani, so i dont worry TOO much about paint as i can always orbital it again or repaint it someday whenever i get sick of black.
anyways, i watched the video on it, and it didnt really impress me. Seems about as strong as my compressor or even my Leaf Blower (which i wouldnt use on my car anyways)
But thanks for chiming in
anyways, i watched the video on it, and it didnt really impress me. Seems about as strong as my compressor
or even my Leaf Blower (which i wouldnt use on my car anyways)But thanks for chiming in