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Old 03-20-12, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 305is350
Do you know how by any chance ? Car looks clean.
it's all about the proper wash.
2 bucket method with grit guards.
a couple of high quality wash mitts.
good soap.
drying with a electric leaf blower or blotting a nice big waffle weave towel. both prevent scratches by not dragging dirt/dust across the paint

washing in one directiopn only and not in circles.

a little caution when washing helps save a lot of head ache and elbow grease when you need to polish.

to get rid of existing swirls or for more info, come check out the detailing section.
Old 03-20-12, 08:34 PM
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Looks good , I totally agree that when clean Black definitely looks best, but also the hardest to keep clean for sure. I have to wash mine at least once every other week, but got d*mn it looks good when I'm done. Like those Genesis wheels too!!
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Once you go Black......
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Looking Good SSir
Old 03-20-12, 09:18 PM
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i have black too and its a pain lol
Old 03-20-12, 10:06 PM
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After 3 black cars, I choose to change to white. Thinking its easier to take care of... WRONG!!! white is a target for bird to poop on! they'll miss the black, silver, blue.. but always land on white!
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Originally Posted by 305is350
Do you know how by any chance ? Car looks clean.
Yes, I can make a video to explain and show you all the material you will need. It's a lot easier to make a video compared to typing everything. Let me know.

Originally Posted by jonjon6228
After 3 black cars, I choose to change to white. Thinking its easier to take care of... WRONG!!! white is a target for bird to poop on! they'll miss the black, silver, blue.. but always land on white!
I have white and the only problem I have is the touch up paint is never 100% like the original.
Old 03-20-12, 10:50 PM
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wow looks awesome ! what are you lowered on just curious
Old 03-21-12, 12:15 AM
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Thanks - tein SS
Old 03-21-12, 12:54 AM
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Another proud Obsidian owner checking in.

Black is usually my default for most cars; I've had three. I usually choose something exotic like red or yellow for my more "fun" rides.
Old 03-21-12, 04:44 AM
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Glad I did Obsidian but HATE swirls. Detail get's most out. When Clean AMAZING.
Old 04-24-12, 05:07 AM
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What center cap is that? Looks really clean!
Old 04-24-12, 06:26 AM
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+1 black cars / keepin em clean not too easy tho
Old 04-24-12, 09:43 AM
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Every car Ive ever owned was black with the exception of my first 1. Black on Black on Black! lol


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