krewsman

Is the mini random orbital/DA or a rotary?

Hi Gabe,

The Rupes 'mini' is indeed a random orbital machine. It is great for getting into nooks and crannies and around emblems, mirrors, etc.Try one and you'll want one!

Nice write-up Dave! We all had a productive morning making Mike & Tammy's car look outstanding, Bird bomb etching, bug guts and residue, scratches, key marks, holograms & swirls for the most part just disappeared under the Rupes/ Carlisle Eastern Events Team attack. The smile on Mike's face said it all when we called him over.

There was a scary moment when I saw some black streaks on the paint in a corner and a door handle. But as Dave noted above, these were just marks from the neoprene pads and were quickly banished with a little GooGone.

I especially liked the longer cords on all of the Rupes machines, and those cords are very flexible unlike some others that I have worked with. My only complaint MIGHT be, and keep in mind that we were working in Dave's garage with 4 machines running at the same time, is that the machines all have a higher-pitched sound that hurt my old ears, so you may want to consider wearing some sort of hearing protection while you work.

Other than that, I will say with the heartiest of recommendations that the Rupes Terrific Trio of Tools was a great addition to the Adam's arsenal of polishing equipment!

I too, am one of the folks that is (are?) glad that Dylan made his way 'home'. Having been one of BRZN's team members this past season, it was an absolute blast working with Adam at Carlisle and other events, but even with that interaction, there always seemed to be a piece missing. Welcome back, Dylan! Hopefully the East Coast team will see your smiling face a lot in 2015.

Congratulations Dave! I am glad that you're riding herd on this forum

I wanted to thank everyone who stopped by our booth during Windfest 2014. We all had a blast despite the weather. I got to meet some of the old-timers as well as some of the new folks coming into the Adam's family, and we're looking forward to more of these terrific weeks.

Flight booked! (you have email Mr. Thompson)

 

I expect someone to meet me at the airport with a cheesesteak or I'm jumping on a plane and heading back home

Dylan, there may even be a small crowd at the airport, all waving cheesesteaks!

GRRR8 video! You should have a final shot of the two of you, and the dog, standing next to the clean truck and a "whew!".

Yes, the 4" Focus Kit WILL leave holograms if you use it with the Cordless Drill. I have met THREE people that can use that without having to step back over with a DA. Takes some craft!!

 

Count me in among the successful ones as well! BRZN should vouch for me!

It looks like EVERYONE worked really hard--sorry I missed you all, but I had a rehabilitation of an Accord to do that weekend, many thanks to our friend Matt (matts88yj), I never would have gotten this one finished on my own in the time allotted. I have pics...somewhere...

I was fortunate enough to get this photo op with the local PD at the conclusion of the event. The picture was taken at the bottom of the driveway. The officer was a great sport about it and the picture turned out amazing. I just got a large print made to hang on the garage wall. (Just out of curiosity does anyone from the area know the officer personally? I would love to email him a copy of the picture)

 

Thanks again to everyone for organizing this event. You guys and girls did an awesome job again this year.

 

Also a big thanks to Dylan for making the trip out and doing your thing at the clinic.

Mike,

I will check with Jason & Dr Lahar, we can probably find out who he was. I was messing with him all day too, we set up a couple of shots after most folks had gone.

Thanks for coming out and spending your day with us!

" krewsman where is your other hand?":jester:

I'm operating Dave's right hand!

That car is a beauty, and I also loved the back story! ALSO, you did us GTO guys proud! Terrific work, what magazine/ commercial will the photo shoot be in? Can us East/ Rust Coasters see it as well?

This is gonna be a great event--lots of great cars, great food, great Adam's products, and GRRRR8 PEOPLE to enjoy it all!

Who told!

I believe that this photo was taken a few years ago--before Dave and Adam's were fully introduced, or even partially introduced. Only in times of extreme need would Dave now sit and commune with his honeycomb grilles for hours on end. Today it's a shot of IOS and move on to a fine, hoppy IPA. Or Budweiser, if offered.

Oh, and I LOVE my SVRT! Does it streak a bit after a torrential downpour? Yep, but a quick wipedown and a LIGHT re-application and all is well. The key is LIGHT here, as with most Adam's products.

Pressure washer and a damp mop, you're good to go!

I actually said "daym!" out loud when I saw the first pic. Great job!

I'm with Rich, Greg. That is one BEAUTIFUL truck!

I just wanted to post a quick note thanking Lynn for the "above and beyond" effort and magic that she performed working in cahoots with my wife for my birthday present. What a surprise! I couldnt be happier with the results, and the turnaround time I know involved a lot of personal time.

I can't reveal what the gift was yet because I'm going to show some people over the weekend first, but I'll post some pics!

Lynn, thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!

Another reason that Adam's--the entire COMPANY, and everyone involoved with the company, is the absolute best! and

Okay Gang, Here it is! I know that I have summer pics someplace...

It's small but it's home. We built the 2nd garage at the end of 2009. Tough to tell from this, but it's 16 x 32--I needed ROOM!

Went to the Harrisburg new car show today--it's getting pretty sad as there are only about half of the manufacturers that used to be represented--on a positive note, met some of the Blue Moon Cruisers there, a few that were at the Fall Clinic.

Then washed the Subie for the first time in I'm sorry to say wayyyyy too long. It still looks pretty good, I've been neglecting the old girl.

I too, spent some good money on some even better Adam's products, now I am knee-deep in repairing & reinstalling our 15-year old dishwasher that has been leaking (unbeknownst to us) for who knows how long. Floor and subfloor were still solid, so it's a reseal, new hoses, and back into the slot! BTW, I used LOTS of APC to clean the old girl up! The wife is looking at me and nodding very slowly as she backs out of the kitchen.

I like the signs! Although I'm one of the guys that hangs out in the shop with the techs as they do their thing; plus the owner of my dealership is a sponsor as well as a member of SVGTO--so they understand my quirks!

I'm curious about this one myself!

All I can say is WOW, that thing has its own zip code! I agree with Dave (BRZN) on the time factor. I think I'd want an army of Minions to assist and a swamp cooler in the garage to get that ambient under triple digits. You're a good man, Dylan!

Thanks for resurrecting this one, AJ--I'm thinking a Dagwood over the weekend will be in order! It will be my reward for finding the wife's Subaru under all the dirt and assorted cruddy salt:banana:

Yes, thanks Dylan and to the Mods (Chris squared?). Part of what makes this forum so much fun is that you do not have to wade through ANY offensive posts or obnoxious behaviors.

Keep up the good work, all!