Notices
LS - 4th Gen (2007-2017) Discussion topics related to the current flagship models LS460, LS460L and LS600H

Got Keyed

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 28, 2019 | 07:22 PM
  #46  
SW17LS's Avatar
SW17LS
Lexus Fanatic
Active Streak: 60 Days
Loved
Community Favorite
Top Answer: 1
 
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 68,631
Likes: 4,045
From: Maryland
Default

Originally Posted by RandyV
I'm telling you ******* my PDR guy repainted the entire door panel - at his shop!

Jackholes.
What is your problem? Why get so rude?

Just because *your* PDR guy may also do paint work does not mean *all* PDR guys do paintwork. The two skillsets are totally different, PDR is an entirely different field than paint. Its like saying "Well, just go down to your shoe store and buy a jacket". Some shoe stores may sell jackets, but all of them certainly don't, nor do most of them.

What do you think PDR stands for? PAINTLESS Dent Removal. If painting were a typical job of a PDR tech it wouldn't be called paintless.

In any event, I wouldnt want my PDR guy doing paint work just like I wouldnt want my body guy doing PDR. Best to let people do what they specialize in.
Reply
Old Mar 28, 2019 | 09:41 PM
  #47  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

Originally Posted by Oliver Enterprises
Makes me sick to read this thread. I wonder if you asked around to people at the skating area / greenbelt, if they had heard of anyone else's car having been keyed. And if so, if a dirtbag had been identified.
I think I've learned my lesson about parking in that particular area. Boise's still has a pretty small town feel, and it's rare that you see a car as expensive as an LS. So, if it sticks out in the city, it certainly sticks out in a public park near where panhandlers and homeless folks are known to hang out. I might have to drive a little further, but I'll find something in a safer area going forward.
Reply
Old Mar 28, 2019 | 09:42 PM
  #48  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

Originally Posted by SW17LS
What is your problem? Why get so rude?

Just because *your* PDR guy may also do paint work does not mean *all* PDR guys do paintwork. The two skillsets are totally different, PDR is an entirely different field than paint. Its like saying "Well, just go down to your shoe store and buy a jacket". Some shoe stores may sell jackets, but all of them certainly don't, nor do most of them.

What do you think PDR stands for? PAINTLESS Dent Removal. If painting were a typical job of a PDR tech it wouldn't be called paintless.

In any event, I wouldnt want my PDR guy doing paint work just like I wouldnt want my body guy doing PDR. Best to let people do what they specialize in.
Steve, you crack me up.
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2019 | 06:07 AM
  #49  
Oliver Enterprises's Avatar
Oliver Enterprises
Former Sponsor
 
Joined: Jun 2016
Posts: 1,002
Likes: 207
From: Georgia
Default

Originally Posted by RandyV
I'm telling you ******* my PDR guy repainted the entire door panel - at his shop!

Jackholes.
I interpreted Randy as just cutting up with us. Not trying to be an ****. However, I don't know for sure, just the way I saw it.
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2019 | 06:33 AM
  #50  
tx170754's Avatar
tx170754
Intermediate
5 Year Member
Liked
Loved
 
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 315
Likes: 72
From: Ilinois
Default

The paint finish on the Lexus 460 is one of the best I have ever seen, very close to Bentley, apparently it is made by hand between multiple clear layers, you barely see the orange peel texture common to most of the cars. The painting and environment equipment also make a difference. I'm quite sure it can be done closer by the body shop but it may cost $$$$
Reply
Old Mar 30, 2019 | 01:38 PM
  #51  
1WILLY1's Avatar
1WILLY1
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 5,085
Likes: 199
From: toronto
Default

Originally Posted by RandyV
I'm telling you ******* my PDR guy repainted the entire door panel - at his shop!

Jackholes.
can I have his number I wanna call him
Reply
Old Mar 30, 2019 | 01:39 PM
  #52  
1WILLY1's Avatar
1WILLY1
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 5,085
Likes: 199
From: toronto
Default

Originally Posted by tx170754
The paint finish on the Lexus 460 is one of the best I have ever seen, very close to Bentley, apparently it is made by hand between multiple clear layers, you barely see the orange peel texture common to most of the cars. The painting and environment equipment also make a difference. I'm quite sure it can be done closer by the body shop but it may cost $$$$
not sure about the ls400 but the 430 and 460 were definitely wet sanded and polished from the factory

now wanna see some real comedy ? Go check out the ls500 in person, its orange peel city, looks worse then what I can do on my driveway no word of a lie
Reply
Old Mar 30, 2019 | 01:46 PM
  #53  
RandyV's Avatar
RandyV
Advanced
 
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 653
Likes: 53
From: Insane Diego, CA
Default

Originally Posted by 1WILLY1
can I have his number I wanna call him
He's in San Diego, TO.

BTW - I'm originally from Sault Ste. Marie, ONT.
Reply
Old Mar 30, 2019 | 06:49 PM
  #54  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

Originally Posted by RandyV
He's in San Diego, TO.

BTW - I'm originally from Sault Ste. Marie, ONT.
I used to live in San Diego! Mission Hills, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, etc. Not to mention NAS Coronado and 32nd St...
Reply
Old Mar 31, 2019 | 01:32 PM
  #55  
jdanielca's Avatar
jdanielca
Pole Position
5 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 2,422
Likes: 220
From: Ontario
Default

Originally Posted by RandyV
He's in San Diego, TO.

BTW - I'm originally from Sault Ste. Marie, ONT.
what does TO stand for here since I’m Canadian and the only TO I know is Toronto
Reply
Old Apr 3, 2019 | 12:58 PM
  #56  
RandyV's Avatar
RandyV
Advanced
 
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 653
Likes: 53
From: Insane Diego, CA
Default

Originally Posted by jdanielca
what does TO stand for here since I’m Canadian and the only TO I know is Toronto
Exactly - the guy is from Toronto
Reply
Old Apr 3, 2019 | 12:59 PM
  #57  
RandyV's Avatar
RandyV
Advanced
 
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 653
Likes: 53
From: Insane Diego, CA
Default

Originally Posted by DerrickM
I used to live in San Diego! Mission Hills, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, etc. Not to mention NAS Coronado and 32nd St...
Thanks for your service!
Reply
Old Apr 8, 2019 | 07:37 AM
  #58  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

Dropped off "Creampuff" this morning to get repainted. Will have to drive the 2001 Acura for a couple weeks.
Reply
Old Apr 17, 2019 | 07:19 PM
  #59  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

Got my baby back today. Like it never happened. Well, almost--I do have a couple of minor gripes that I'll need to take the car back for, but the repaint itself is amazing. As a bonus, there was a tiny door ding that is now gone.


Reply
Old Apr 18, 2019 | 07:23 PM
  #60  
DerrickM's Avatar
DerrickM
Thread Starter
Advanced
 
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 570
Likes: 132
From: ID
Default

I was wrong. Took a closer look today and parts of the door trim are not installed correctly. Some of the trim pieces don't stay put and/or aren't fitting correctly. There's the occasional dirt in the paint, etc. Scuffed some of the corners of the vinyl on interior door panels etc. Should have taken it to the dealer...

Taking it to the insurance company to let them have a look. Ugh.




Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 08:15 PM.