5hr Detail Job
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
Phil (FMINUS) told me about Victoria Wax. I bought it and used it after I did my detail job. And yes, a rotary buffer is better than a random orbital, but there's a higher chance of burning the paint, if you aren't careful or familiar. I think after a few more detail jobs, I'll dump the RO and move to the Rotorary Orbital.
After I wash, I use Z8, but I shouldn't. I'm going to buy a few bottles of Z6 instead. It's cheaper and does a great job too. I used to have both bottles when I was hooked on Zaino.
You apply it by hand and buff it off. I only did 2 coats by hand, but probably could have done 3. The cool part is, when you order it, they engrave your name on the lid. Hahahaha! I felt so special when I got it, but then again, it's not cheap stuff.
After I wash, I use Z8, but I shouldn't. I'm going to buy a few bottles of Z6 instead. It's cheaper and does a great job too. I used to have both bottles when I was hooked on Zaino.
You apply it by hand and buff it off. I only did 2 coats by hand, but probably could have done 3. The cool part is, when you order it, they engrave your name on the lid. Hahahaha! I felt so special when I got it, but then again, it's not cheap stuff.
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My Ride: 2007 E60 530i
Color: Jet Black/Black Anthracite
STEP | Sport | Premium | NAV | Logic 7
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='503802' date='Dec 6 2007, 07:10 PM
I think after a few more detail jobs, I'll dump the RO and move to the Rotorary Orbital.
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Looks good ... thanks for the in-depth details on your detailing.
How did the final polish work out using the orange pad? I find the orange pad to be great on the first cut, but I typically step down to a white or blue pad on the final polish to get it mirror-like.
How did the final polish work out using the orange pad? I find the orange pad to be great on the first cut, but I typically step down to a white or blue pad on the final polish to get it mirror-like.
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My Ride: Expected delivery on 15 Jan 2007 525I Olivian Green, Beige Interior, PP, CWP, PDC, SP, Rear shades,heated rear seats, Ipod fitted, Nav, Oem Rims 166, Xenon Lights, Wood grain package, illuminated door sills
Originally Posted by tachyon' post='503927' date='Dec 7 2007, 07:49 AM
Looks good ... thanks for the in-depth details on your detailing.
How did the final polish work out using the orange pad? I find the orange pad to be great on the first cut, but I typically step down to a white or blue pad on the final polish to get it mirror-like.
How did the final polish work out using the orange pad? I find the orange pad to be great on the first cut, but I typically step down to a white or blue pad on the final polish to get it mirror-like.
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
Originally Posted by vafinest25' post='504000' date='Dec 7 2007, 11:35 AM
Yea I probably should have used the blue pad, but i was on a roll wtih the orange ones so I just kept going, but next time ill be sure to use the blue.
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My Ride: Expected delivery on 15 Jan 2007 525I Olivian Green, Beige Interior, PP, CWP, PDC, SP, Rear shades,heated rear seats, Ipod fitted, Nav, Oem Rims 166, Xenon Lights, Wood grain package, illuminated door sills
Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='504020' date='Dec 7 2007, 12:13 PM
I missed that in your process. You definitely should use the blue, grey or red pads for your finishing touch. Orange has too much cut in it. If I were you, I would relay down another coat of finishing polish with a Blue pad and then lay another coat of jetSEAL109 with a Grey pad. I say this because I know you just bought the Victoria Wax and this is a process. You want what's underneath the wax to be perfect. Trust me, like tachyon said above, your mirror like finish will be even better.
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Originally Posted by vafinest25' post='503765' date='Dec 6 2007, 05:31 PM
No that is not bad, since it is a newer car and all the electical components are insulated. I mean what is the difference in spraying the engine at the spray wash with the high powered spayer?
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My Ride: '89 BMW E34 525i M20
Hey guys, I'm new here and I stumbled across this detailing thread - interesting process, but have you done a full detail before?
Unfortunately I don't have an E60, but I have worked on a few E60s - I own an E34. Wonderful hauler.
Also, kudos on the previous members' pictures from the detail thread in your sig. Gorgeous! Good to know theres a resident expert.
I've got a detail business of my own, and I love every minute of it. We're a rare breed, aren't we?
.Charles
Unfortunately I don't have an E60, but I have worked on a few E60s - I own an E34. Wonderful hauler.
Also, kudos on the previous members' pictures from the detail thread in your sig. Gorgeous! Good to know theres a resident expert.
I've got a detail business of my own, and I love every minute of it. We're a rare breed, aren't we?
.Charles
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