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Destro

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First off, I wanted to thank Autogeek, and all of you for such a great forum.
I started day one of my vacation this week, and did my first detail with the PC. :buffing:
How did I manage 3 orders in a two week period?:eek:
Just a quick rundown of all the products used, and purchased from Autogeek. Sorry for such a long post, but I just had to share.

Exterior:
Pinnacle Bodywork Shampoo
Pinnacle Paintwork Cleansing Lotion
Pinnacle Souvern Paste Wax
Pinnacle XMT Intermediate Swirl Remover #3
Pinnacle XMT Ultra Fine Swirl Remover #1
Pinnacle Ultra poly clay
Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant
DP Wheel Glaze
DP Krystal Vision
Poorboys bug squash
And more Cobra towels than I can count...But I want more.:righton:

Interior:
Pinnacle Leather & Vinyl Cleaner
Pinnacle Leather Conditioner
Pinnacle Vinyl and Rubber Protectant...She smells so delicious.

On with the pics.
This is my first time to use the PC 7424 or any other buffer for that matter, so she is not perfect.

Before...
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After...
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The cobra gets Menzerna Tomorrow.
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My Little Canopy.
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I cant wait to use the Menzerna on the Cobra.
 
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Looking sweet! Congrats on the order and welcome to AG !
 
Wow, that paint is glowing! Nice job - how long did it all take with all the steps?
 
a tip on the pc:

If you have a bathroom scale, push down till it reads 10 pounds. After 10 pounds, the pc is effectively doing nothing.

I put one hand on the head of the pc to apply the pressure to the 10 pounds I measures on the scale and move the body with my other hand. You want to work in 2x2 ft sections about. Go Up-> down and the diagonally from side to side in the work area, then I crank it down to 4 for a final pass going left to right. This ensures you effectively cover every part of the paint area with maximum even spread of the compound. Dont go too fast as you will micro marr the paint.


This has been the method I use, and let me tell you, it has gotten out some serious defects with the right products. :) Oh and top that paint with a good nuba' ! Sealnt + nuba = better :D

-Ryan
 
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Thanks for the compliments.
It being my first time...lol
It took me 4 days from scratch to get to this point.
one of those days the Wolfgang Sealant spent curing.
:cheers:
 
OMG! Being a newbie with the PC as you are, and after seeing your first job, it's the best inspiration I can get. I can't wait for my order to arrive!!!
 
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wow lots of pinnacle stuff i must say, nonetheless a good way to start off

broke? psh, i bet u can jus leave both those cars outside for a day and someone will be impressed to give you a job on their cars...just like that your product would have already paid for itself

enjoy~!
 
Nice work !! Welcome to the world of detailing. Looks like you have gotten off to a great start. As THENIZZEIL said you wont be broke long once your freinds and neighbors see your work they all will be willing to pay you to get theirs to look as good .Welcome to AGO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Nice job there it sure came up great for a first effort.
Well done.
 
Thank you all for the welcome, and feedback.
I spent many hours reading everyones tips, and I think it paid off.
So I actually give credit to all of the pros here at autogeek.
Be on the lookout for my next adventure, 2003 Black Cobra.
 
That is such nice work, I love the pic of her under the canopy. Great great first job! And welcome to the AG team...
 
Haha, this reminded me of Dave Chapelle, "what you laughing for, there goes your college fund" "I'm broke b!tch, broke" LOL
 
Great job! Smooth and reflective paint. That hood shot is awesome!
 
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That is such nice work, I love the pic of her under the canopy. Great great first job! And welcome to the AG team...
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Thank You.
That is one of my favorite pics too.:cool:
 
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