100% Hydrophobic: 2011 Black VW GTi drenched in CQuartz by AutoLavish - 300 pictures

wow. that was alot of pics and i enjoyed every single one of them. excellent work.
 
I have some work to do after seeing this. I was wondering how C4 would look so now it's on my wishlist. I also like the tinted fogs. Very subtle but sharp.
Would you mind sharing your tips on debadging?
Thanks.
 
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TornadoRed said:
I have some work to do after seeing this. I was wondering how C4 would look so now it's on my wishlist. I also like the tinted fogs. Very subtle but sharp.
Would you mind sharing your tips on debadging?
Thanks.
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I sprayed the area with solvent (even WD-40 works), let dwell for a few seconds, then used dental floss to "saw" behind the emblem, little by little. Floss broke a few times, but try to keep it moving around the emblem, and you will see it going through the glue. Simple once you start!
 
Wow! That's amazing! Wish I could do that. You guys are incredible and never cease to amaze! :dblthumb2:


Couple of questions though. First, what do you charge for something like that? I'm just curious - you don't have to answer if you don't want to. Second, how did you recommend that the owner clean his wheels so they don't get scratched again? Would a boar's hair brush or Daytona Speed Master brush scratch those wheels?
 
Amazing work as everyone said. I enjoyed it and learned a lot. Those soft sockets or whatever you call them are now on my list.

Its written like a story book, wish I had a child of my own to read them a bed time story, haha :)

I am now motivated to begin washing my car in my garage.
 
You guys are detailing Super Heroes!!
Much respect & admiration:dblthumb2:
 
ROFL thanks guys! I think if I posterize the pics they could definitely make a children's book ;) Who knows, a new avenue?


Shane, with the coatings no wheel cleaners should be necessary, nothing should stick, so there should be no need for harsh brushes. A boars Hair brush should suffice. But these wheels being so open and flay, a MF wash mitt might just be the best tool. I can get my hand all the way to the end of the barrel from the front easily. The Daytona brush should be fine as well, although I believe almost any brush will swirl paint. High pressure water FTW!
 
jlb85,

How do you wash your car in the garage? Are you really careful to not wet everything? Do you have a drain in place? Explain your method please. I have a whole thread dedicated to this and would love to hear any feedback. :)
 
fishnugget said:
jlb85,

How do you wash your car in the garage? Are you really careful to not wet everything? Do you have a drain in place? Explain your method please. I have a whole thread dedicated to this and would love to hear any feedback. :)
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Thanks, man!

Using the pressure washer means using less water and water actually travels lessfar than a garden hose. Other than that all my shelves are plastic, and anything that could be damaged with little water is kept in a dry area. Most things don't mind a mist or droplets. The floor is plastic, not that it matters, but it drains out to the driveway. We use a squeege after each wash to wipe around the car and this helps dry the floor to make it less slipery. But we can wash with the door closed no problem.

Other than that, practice and be mindfull of where you see water going. Stuff will inevitably get wet, so plan ahead. Hope this helps!
 
jlb85 said:
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I sprayed the area with solvent (even WD-40 works), let dwell for a few seconds, then used dental floss to "saw" behind the emblem, little by little. Floss broke a few times, but try to keep it moving around the emblem, and you will see it going through the glue. Simple once you start!
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You can also use fishing line. They're just as thin as dental floss and they're usually stronger.
 
Thanks jlb85,

I think I am going to try washing in the garage this weekend. Looks like its all about planning. I have to run down my local HD store to buy the squeegee. Very helpful. :)
 
I have read through this article word for word at least 3 times and my jaw is starting to hurt from hanging open.

I honestly cannot come up with words to express how awesome this actually was, so I am just going to sum up my thoughts with the word "speechless" and leave it at that. You guys really have it together and take detailing to a spectacular level.
 
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incredible attention to detail. When I grow up I want to be as good as you :)
 
I say it every time...but I love you guys work. If I didn't have my own vehicles to detail...I would just watch you guys do yours, haha. You guys always go above and beyond and I learn something each time you post. :props:
 
Totally amazing work there!! :eek:

I just love all the perfection attained in everything! :xyxthumbs:
 
Thank you, guys!

This took 15 hours with 3 people working on polishing. Marc and I started on the cleaning, Tim and I worked on getting it in the air and the interior, then all 3 of us to finish interior and polish (I did the wheels while Tim and Marc did the polishing). Finally Marc and I did the CQuartz and final details.
 
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