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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    Dawn wash done. Then on to Trix, iron and tar remover. Thought you might like to see action pics before I clay. Bagy test says much better. Back into the sun after a follow up wash. A few reflection shots prior to clay. I think I'll do my test section here front and center on...
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    All the badges are intact, I am concerned that if I were to remove badges there would be ghost images that remain behind. Not part of the plan I don't think.
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    This is what happens when you hit a GOOSE at 70mph. I hope to clean this up. Probably the worst of it, along with the bumper "stuff".
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    Both... I'll get it as good as I can, any recommendations along the way would be greatly appreciated. With respect to the wheel, I have sourced some refinished oem wheels for little out of pocket with the return of my core. The caps I have found new from stealer. Fairly certain I will not go...
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    Hah, newb, greenhorn, rookie, I have been called a lot worse...LOL. I am here to entertain you... Hopefully I'll be able to sponge a little knowledge from you veterans as I get it done. Must get batteries for camera, this could be a while...:xyxthumbs:
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    I judge the paint to be in good condition save swirls, rids,some "stuff" I am not even going to worry about and multiple poor touch ups. Oh brother what am I getting myself into.... 10 from 10 is the goal.
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    The project is a 2005 Black 4Runner 165K miles. I am the second owner. In Chagrin Falls Ohio. Read that as winter conditions. My daily driver. Kept in a garage at home. Here it sits after I removed license plates and hood wind deflector.
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    Papa's Project 4Runner

    Well the saga begins... Just in time for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend my supplies have arrived. As a warning this thread will become picture heavy. Products: 1 MEN-PO83AP - 16 oz Menzerna Super Intensive Polish 1 MEN-PO85RD - 32 oz. Menzerna Polish PO85RD 1...
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    analyze my cart?

    ... of the AG available MF towels please help me make selections: dry clay compound polish seal wax
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    analyze my cart?

    Tia = thanks in advance.:xyxthumbs: I was indeed debating the difference in SF4000 and SF4500 can you provide any more detail here? The existing finish is not awful, hence my thought on the orange v yellow pad. I do have a couple of "issues" I will have to deal with IE... scratches I can feel...
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    analyze my cart?

    I am getting my "stuff" together and will pull the trigger soon.The vehicle is a daily driver '05 Toyota 4 Runner 160K miles BLACK in color. I am in Ohio so winter abuse is not avoidable. My goal is to correct the finish, removing swirls and rids, then protect with products that will last a...
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    Portable detailing canopy. Who has em.

    I have used an EZ -up tent for many years for pit space. The Brand you purchase will make a difference in ease of use durability and stability. Ther are many second rate shelters out ther and none of them last like a true EZ-UP branded shelter.I have witnessed many friends have their discount...
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    Greetings from the North Coast

    Hi Gang! Just a quick note to introduce myself. Most folks online refer to me as Papa, this stems from my son, who in his little boy days would call me that. However many of you may be more comfortable with Christopher;) Oh Yeah... North Coast? That would be Cleveland Ohio. Been here 17 years...
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