Red Rambler

6 minutes ago, MrRaspberryJam said:

I’ve been thinking about just washing it with soap again but the glaze sounds like a good idea. It makes sense I did use a lot plus it was hot outside on black paint so I’m sure that didn’t match up either 

yeah, the heat and a hot panel can cause extra work with lots of products, allowing them to dry too fast, in the cold similar issues arise. I would give the BG a go, and see what results you get, just try your worst panel, and if it removes the streaks you will be happy, but it will also have a tremendous amount of shine, win-win.

Another avenue that might be worth exploring is to leave the H2O where it is now, and apply Brilliant Glaze on top of the H2O, that might take the streaks out as well. I currently apply H2O and top that with a spray sealant from another company, it lends awesome results. I have had it on my mind to try H2O and top it with a layer of Brilliant Glaze, just have not done so yet.

Since the H2O is water activated, I would try a spray bottle of water to reactivate the H2O. I had a similar issue my first few go rounds with it. My process is to use less H2O than I initially thought, maybe 1 squirt for a fender and two squirts for the larger panels like the hood. Use two single softs, one for applying that is damp, and a dry one to wipe off. However, once you use too much product it will require more water to get the residue to buff off.

24 minutes ago, LSX Maestro said:

 

Thanks much. I somehow skipped over that part. Probably the awesome pictures 

Awesome job Shane, do you ever coat the barrels of the wheel?

I have this exact Ryobi pressure washer in question, works well and I have quick connects at the pump and both ends of the hose. Its a quick setup. I concur @SVillalon that if you are looking for shaving cream consistency than do as has been suggested. It honestly works well for what it is, its light weight and easy to setup. I have a higher PSI gas unit, but its not as quick to move/setup so this is a happy medium.

Glad to hear it was a success. Very gracious of your crew to put this on. Hopefully this is one of many to come. 

it looks like that untamed stuff is on the website now, but out of stock.

Happy beard day!!!!!

Wow! That nova has the lines and has the reflection, highly impressed but will admit I expected nothing less ?

Very nice ??

Is the revive spoken for?

Glad you were able to get this corrected. I will be doing my first adams coating soon and have purchased the suede applicators as mentioned above and also working on getting a better set of lights. I have read a few articles on leveling coatings. My main take away has been when buffing off, ensure plenty of buffing towels and switch sides often. Also instead of buffing with heavy pressure, increase your hand speed to help in leveling. Unsure if this is accurate however? 

25 minutes ago, the Camaro show said:

Thanks and yeah maybe another time, get a few bridies!

Your only allowed 1 bridie! 

16 minutes ago, the Camaro show said:

me too!

I have not a clue how you saw the yellow egg in the bushes 

34 minutes ago, Traizer said:

The lug brush hiding behind the new eco wheel cleaner on your post about new hq visit?

 

 

Great job! I was literally looking for an egg lol 

This is an eggcellent idea, I have looked quite a few places. I was thinking, egg, which led me to food, which led me to the food thread, which in turn made me have to take a break and eat due to hunger.

3 hours ago, shane@detailedreflections said:

 

Everything came from amazon. If you need the items, i can go back and find the invoice for you that has exactly what I used. A quick amazon search though will find it all. 

I would appreciate that very much so. If the cost is around $50, I say that is a steal.

6 hours ago, shane@detailedreflections said:

As promised, here’s a photo of one of our lightstands. A basic photo light stand, a dual bulb light fixture and two LED spotlights. We can slide an umbrella in it for softer photo lighting. All told, I think they cost $50 each to build. 

 

Sizzlechest has a set very similar to that for sale a while back. I just sent him a message about it. Where did you get those bulbs from? If all else fails I’ll just build my own set 

10 hours ago, shane@detailedreflections said:

 

Streaks sound like high spots in the coating. Sometimes there needs to be just the right light to catch them. That’s why we use a variety of lighting and multiple sets of eyes after installing a coating. 

 

The buttery may have masked them, but if they are high spots they are definitely still there. Like has already been mentioned, you can polish it down and reapply. A fine polish may be enough to take it down. To remove the Adams coating takes quite a bit of work (speaking from experience as we just recently stripped one).

Being as I will be doing a coating soon, what would be an example of a good light for the vertical panels. I have the overhead light covered, but want to make sure I'm not running into these same issues.

Another amazing tool Shane has helped me discover recently for carpets as well is the tornador tool. It is powered by compressed air so that is another tool needed, an air compressor. The tornador tool pulled dirt out of my carpets that had been there for years. It creates a controlled tornado if you will. 

https://www.detailedimage.com/Tornador-M84/Black-Cleaning-Tool-Z-020-P1109/

The steamer Shane references above will be another tool I purchase at some point as well. 

32 minutes ago, shane@detailedreflections said:

 

Sorry to tease you, but you’ll have to wait until the third week of April for the Nova...and June 2-3 for the Mustangs and truck. We are going to try to pull off coating all three in a matter of days since we have to travel to do them. But what portfolio pieces they’ll make and they’re already in great shape...

 

They just need some enhancement and prep by us, and patience in laying down the glass!

 

I don’t have pics of the truck, but he just finished building it. 

 

 

It will be worth the wait, really digging the American muscle.

I for one am thankful for this thread and looking forward to: A ‘71 Nova, a ‘65 Mustang, ‘67 Mustang and a ‘52 Ford truck.

1 hour ago, SlammedRT said:

 

Didn't think about it loosening up. I hope it does as well. Glad to hear it worked well. My hand was always dead after washing all my spokes. I am hopeful to use it tomorrow morning but the pollen around here is going into full affect. Still may to try some of the new things I have. Did it do well getting into tight spots? Thought the microfiber bands/braids? were a bit large and may hinder washing tight spots.

I have a few tight spots on my wheels and it did fit very well into them. I thought the same thing as well, large microfiber bands, however I was pleasantly surprised how it very closely mimicked my bare hand in tight spots and also held plenty of suds. I am used to using a wash mitt so this is a huge improvement for me. Hopefully it will be equally as successful in between the tight spokes. I am curious about the longevity of it, however, its a $10 wheel mitt taking abuse every time its used.

1 hour ago, SlammedRT said:

I was a little surprised by the size of the glove. I have a pretty big hand (2XL in gloves) but it seemed to me the size was almost child/women small. Anyone else think this? I still think its going to be awesome and plan to use the tar out of it but almost wish it had sizes to choose from. Most notably was the index and thumb sizes. Where the glove connects those fingers must have been 4" short from my hand. The other fingers fit much better. I realize this is a one size fit all but just thought it was noticeably small.

I concur, just a little snug putting it on, once on it is fairly roomy. I did get the chance to use it this past weekend and it makes for quick work of cleaning wheels. It is a truly a great wheel glove. I am hopeful it loosens up after a few washes.