Recent content by BillyJack

Some good points here. Considering the old lacquer is "parched", moisturizing the paint is a good move. I've used the Meguiars' #3 as a machine polish, since it is similar to #7, but with some abrasive content, but M205 or M210, even the consumer Ultimate Polish work very well also. As for the...

Start by following this link from 2010: The Secret to Removing Oxidation and Restoring a Show Car Finish to Antique Single Stage Paints The cleanser idea isn't all bad, but I've done a few single -stage lacquer restorations and I prefer either Bon Ami or Barkeepers friend brands for less...

Ever since I got the recommendation from Dr. G, I've been using Optimum Opti Clean, diluted 3 to 4:1, as my interior go-to for all non-cloth surfaces. It's a slightly less aggressive cleaner than Meg's QID, but leaves a better finish with no unpleasant scent. I carry a small spray bottle in my...

I can't speak for the other brands, as I've always worked at GM Dealers, but the Oil Life Monitor is simply an engine hour meter, nothing high tech. Obviously, if your averaging 30 mph, it's counting down twice as fast as averaging 60 mph. I use Mobil 1 in all my vehicles. In my DD commuter...

I've become a fan of the Griots. I'll do it every 2-3 months, depending on the "breakaway" speed, the speed at which the water droplets start to show some real movement. Once it goes beyond 35 mph or so, it's time to redo. I use my wipers very sparingly, which likely adds to the longevity of the...

Had a couple short-term rides previously, but this was my first "real" car when I went away to college in Michigan in 1969. '64 Impala SS, 327-300HP, Muncie 4-spd and factory tach. It held its own in the Motown stoplight races with all but the serious muscle cars of the day. I've had a bunch of...

Happy birthday Richy! Haven't seen any of your posts for a long time, but I did enjoy them over the years. Have a good day, brother! Bill

My favorite interior cleaner is Optimum's Opti-Clean. Advertised as a waterless wash, it is approved for all non-fabric interior surfaces by the owner of the company, including touch screens. Diluted 1:3 to1:4 it cleans light dirt well, has no strong scent and leaves a smooth-feeling surface...

I think they need "Jelly" from "Analyze This" to open a duct tape repair shop in Florida, since Paul Vitti is still serving his time.

We've been winding down our schedule as we all get older and less energetic, but I spent much of the last 30 years of my life as part of a local Dirt Sprint Car team. After being fans for many years, a few friends and I purchased and reconstructed a used Winged Sprint Car and travelled the local...

Thanks for the tip, Eldo. I've been doing the same thing for years, using "Plus Size" Women's "Knee Highs", kinda a much shorter version of ladies stockings. You're right in that it drastically reduces filter cleaning intervals as well as the mess. I have to check these out and see how they...

Personally, my favorite is the white Meguiars MF mitt. It's thick enough to be safe and releases dirt more easily than any other one I've tried. I also have one of the Griot's MF mitts. It's much thicker MF nap, but it's gray in color, so dirt doesn't show as well, which is a negative for me...

I've been doing 90% rinseless washes for the last ten years or so, using ONR, Meg's D114 or Duragloss rinseless. My favorite tool is a Meguiars Microfiber mitt. I wipe in one direction only, which picks up the majority of the dirt along and near the leading edge. Then make a pass in the opposite...

PM Sent Bill

Is it only on the roof? Z06's from that era had a recall for failing adhesive that required removing and replacing the roof panel, so it possibly could have been repainted by the dealer doing the recall. If you PM me the last 8 digits of your VIN, I can check it out on the GM Dealer Site. Bill