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Old Aug 15, 2006 | 01:59 PM
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<FONT COLOR="red">NOTE:</FONT> I now have an official website so I may need to register as a sponsor to advertise here on H-T. I will be contacting the ADMIN soon, THANK YOU

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So there's a good amount of people who just spray down their car throw some soap on, rinse and wipe it down with a rough terry cloth towel. No good.

SO! Whoever is interested in the L.A. area, I'll be offering full detail jobs.

A usual detail takes between 8-12 hours.
This includes..
Wash
Clay
Cleaner Polish
Synthetic Sealant or Wax

I also do an engine compartment detail and interior.

Depending on location and convenience, I can also offer a mobile service where I can come to you.

I use all Meguiar's products, and the polish and wax is done by machine.

PM me for scheduling and pricing. Or check my website for estimated prices!
I'll offer some discounts for H-T members!

THANKS

-Brad

Here is the job that was done this weekend (Dec. 2 2006)



So, I made the trip out to his house and it seemed a bit different than what I am used to here in Pasadena, IT WAS COLD & WINDY!!!!! Heh, but I did come prepared with hoodys to keep warm.

I get there to see the supercar of the Honda Brand, a 1991 Acura NSX, with 13k original miles! WOW



Staggered Manaray Wheels, Honda badges, all the exterior plastics were in perfect condition (tail lights, bumper lights, etc) This thing was nice.

Only thing that was really standing out as a problem was the paint with scratches and swirls...







Bad doggies. Scratches from the dogs.



Well, it was time to get started...








Here, I taped off the area for my test spot




Don't mind the dust here, every few minutes or so the wind would blow in and bring a huge amount of dust with it... all over the car, so we had to close the garage to prevent that.



Didn't show up too well in the garage, so we went outside and did another test on the trunk lid...



Wheels done











Here is when all the polishing was done, and the synthetic sealant was applied.





And here are the best after shots I could get...




































































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Old Aug 15, 2006 | 04:33 PM
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Remember I use all Meguiar's Products and the same process is used on my personal car...





And my previous car....which was actually only polished by hand...



Old Aug 15, 2006 | 05:46 PM
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bump for the bradness
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 11:09 PM
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THANKS DENNIS!
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:12 AM
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with your detailing are the swirls removed?
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:30 AM
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A detail is making sure the surface is free of bonded contaminants and then protecting it.
It does minimize the swirls, but does not eliminate them.

Swirl removal is more along the lines of paint repair, which requires a more agressive product and a rotary buffer.

I am currently using a Dual Action Polisher to minimize the swirling.
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:44 AM
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Here's an example of paint repair using a Dual Action polisher on my Mustang....

An area was taped off and covered to show the original condition of the paint before we started...

The swirls are reduced, the paint is free of contaminants, and a shine is restored.

This was done with several applications of a cleaner polish, one application of a cleaner wax, and a final application of a synthetic sealant.



Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:47 AM
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how much for an integra coupe?

Old Aug 16, 2006 | 11:56 AM
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can you replicate those results though? Cause those pics look like when it was at the meguiar's detail day. I'm semi interested. What's the price range for a Mustang sized car?
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 12:31 PM
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i am interested also, i have a 93 hatch w/ lots of carbon fiber...
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 12:58 PM
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Price has been added
Old Aug 18, 2006 | 01:29 PM
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ALL PMs Replied!!
Old Aug 19, 2006 | 01:42 AM
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Nice work
Old Aug 19, 2006 | 06:19 AM
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hmm, group discount and homey discount? haha i need my Element, my DA, and my chick's camry. Hit me up! hahaha
Old Aug 19, 2006 | 07:30 AM
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Nice work and bump.
Old Aug 20, 2006 | 01:27 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hionvtecxda6 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">hmm, group discount and homey discount? haha i need my Element, my DA, and my chick's camry. Hit me up! hahaha</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yo Jimmy! Yeah man, I'll see what I can do for a 3 car deal, lets start off with the DA as a guinea pig, I have time next SATURDAY if you're available, I'm probably doing an Evo 8 in the morning, I can fit you in my afternoon spot if you'd like. PMed

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RitcheyRch &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Nice work and bump.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Thank you!
Old Aug 20, 2006 | 02:06 AM
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I have a black ek.i want to do a full interior.the outside is not that bad but the interior is really what i want done.its dirty.car and door panels etc.im in eagle rock.so hit me on aim. jerrybuilt ej6
Old Aug 20, 2006 | 05:35 PM
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Bump for my boy Brad. Seen his Mustang in person and that thing is immaculate, will recommend him to anyone. I would get my car detail by Brad but my bucket is not worthy
Old Aug 21, 2006 | 01:44 PM
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WAITIN ON A ANSWER..
Old Aug 21, 2006 | 10:37 PM
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You got it, I can do a shampoo for the interior of the car, PMed
Old Aug 21, 2006 | 10:59 PM
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pm'd again.im not sure if your recieving them.but i said im in pasadena and want to know when i can show you my car.
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Old Aug 26, 2006 | 10:05 PM
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EVO COMPLETE!! AND...it's FOR SALE

































Another happy customer!
Old Aug 27, 2006 | 02:35 AM
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i'll hit you up probably after labor day
Old Aug 27, 2006 | 03:14 PM
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Sounds good



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