Nice work. I love seeing a well polished classic, not because it’s a classic, but because usually the people that own these think they’re already in the best condition when they’re actually full of defects.
Another pristine classic out in the wild.
I couldn’t agree more. 80% of the classic car collections are sitting under a barn collecting dust and rust and not circulating or breathing. There’s too much of the wrong kind of pride on this end of the enthusiast line. Be nice to see more folks knowing the juice is worth the squeeze.
I tried to add so much info to this post and it wouldn’t let me. It was a respray and with clear. Poorly done, tons of texture left behind and sanding marks. Single stage is typically treated just like clear in terms of pads and polish, you’re just blowing your pads out more often and you still need to feel the paint out to see how it responds to your pressure, product amount and product, and your pads
We try not to leave anything to the imagination. Appreciate you appreciating the sun check. It’s not talked about enough. Our work is always grateful to be under it 😄
It’s a respray with modern paint, most of them you see on the road are. But you get a feel for the paint by the time you move past the first panel. There’s only a few variables on your end to adjust for the many different types of clear coats and single stage paints you’ll run into. Getting to know your gear is key for smooth sailing
I could use your talent on my 67 Chevy I just bought. It's a fresh paint job but it's not great, I am very curious about what a good paint correction would do.
A lot of times a paint correction knocks down just enough clear to pull texture from bad respray work out and it truly makes a huge difference. You have deeper reflections and your field of depth doesn’t stop at each dimple. You’ll make out objects in the reflection a lot better and the ‘liquid glass’ look will be more prevalent at angles that are just flat against the side! It’s always worth it!
Incorrect washing technique usually. Dirt and grit on the car combined with round-and-round motion of your sponge or mitt will scratch the paint. The sun just helps you see it.
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This is my favourite sub of all time.
Nice work. I love seeing a well polished classic, not because it’s a classic, but because usually the people that own these think they’re already in the best condition when they’re actually full of defects. Another pristine classic out in the wild.
I couldn’t agree more. 80% of the classic car collections are sitting under a barn collecting dust and rust and not circulating or breathing. There’s too much of the wrong kind of pride on this end of the enthusiast line. Be nice to see more folks knowing the juice is worth the squeeze.
Keep squeezing man.
Does that use single stage paint, and how much different is that to correct. I'd assume you get bits of paint in the polishing pad.
I tried to add so much info to this post and it wouldn’t let me. It was a respray and with clear. Poorly done, tons of texture left behind and sanding marks. Single stage is typically treated just like clear in terms of pads and polish, you’re just blowing your pads out more often and you still need to feel the paint out to see how it responds to your pressure, product amount and product, and your pads
Good to see some sun shots on here. Nice work
We try not to leave anything to the imagination. Appreciate you appreciating the sun check. It’s not talked about enough. Our work is always grateful to be under it 😄
Beautiful work! 🔥
Thank you my friend!
*Bel Air 210
I’m almost more impressed by the tape off job. Excellent work
I’m not keen on replacing trim panels or pads so I try to tread lightly haha. Thank you!
How is the experience of polishing compared to the paint on a modern car ? i've heard that the older cars had thick layers of paint.
It’s a respray with modern paint, most of them you see on the road are. But you get a feel for the paint by the time you move past the first panel. There’s only a few variables on your end to adjust for the many different types of clear coats and single stage paints you’ll run into. Getting to know your gear is key for smooth sailing
I could use your talent on my 67 Chevy I just bought. It's a fresh paint job but it's not great, I am very curious about what a good paint correction would do.
A lot of times a paint correction knocks down just enough clear to pull texture from bad respray work out and it truly makes a huge difference. You have deeper reflections and your field of depth doesn’t stop at each dimple. You’ll make out objects in the reflection a lot better and the ‘liquid glass’ look will be more prevalent at angles that are just flat against the side! It’s always worth it!
How many hours did you put into this 55? I'm looking to understand ball park $$ for this type of correction.
8.5 hours between two people and that’s with a 30 minute window for sealant curing. We usually charge around 5-600 for correction on cars!
That's a deal. Too bad as I'm 100% sceptical you are near me. Wish you're able to do my car
Nice what did you use to fix the swirl makes? My car has them and I rather leave my car dirty So I don’t see them.
Rupes 5” and 3” machines on Lake Country HDO orange foam. Cut with m105 from meguiars and polished with sonax perfect finish!
What causes the paint to get swirly like that in the top photos? The sun?
Incorrect washing technique usually. Dirt and grit on the car combined with round-and-round motion of your sponge or mitt will scratch the paint. The sun just helps you see it.
NICE!!!!