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It's not too tough, but you do need to extend the header. You'll have to cut out enough drywall to re-install the header, then patch and repaint the hole. On the outside do you have siding? Vinyl or aluminum? With a zipper and a pair of snips, it's easy to pull only the siding you need--if it's vinyl anyway--then cut and re-install. Whatever is under the siding--most likely plywood--can just be cut away with a sawzall. Watch out for the insulation.

Regarding the header, you should pull the old one and replace it with a full length, one piece replacement. By one piece, I of course mean lengthwise. For headers we normally nail together 2 2x's with a 1/2" piece of plywood between them for spacing. On the modified side: make sure there's a jack under one end to hold the weight, then another stud that extends all the way to the top plate. You might be able to re-use the one you remove.

It's really a 2 person job, so find yourself a strong buddy who will work for beer.

Hey Rich, I feel you on this one. I blew a u-joint on my truck a few weeks back and was forced to drive the vette on the dirty roads for a few days ...so naturally I was forced to detail it again

I've heard, though, that it's not good to fire up these motors mid-winter and just let them idle. If you start them, you're supposed to at least drive a little bit. Something about heating/cooling cycles and the way the motor handles it. I wish I had more details, but I don't know! I'm just a chemist...

Sorry if this has been said, but I can't read 42 pages!

 

How about a brush on a pole or something us truck owners can use to make life easy!!

Brian,

I just received one of those brushes today, and I'm telling you...order it now while you can! The head is freakin huge! And soft of course. I can't wait to try it out this weekend

I thought about doing that. But insuring both, maintenance on both, etc is more than I wanna deal with.

I added a 2008 Z06 corvette to my [truck] insurance and it only went up $200/year. Maintenance will be less if driven less frequently...

Suggestion: Keep both and don't make BIG sacrifices until there's a ring on that finger!

use straight (or diluted 1:1) APC and a rag to clean the black plastics and rubber. it makes a huge difference and will get all that old junk off! then put some super VRT on and you won't believe your eyes! it will look like new

1) DS

2) Microfibers / Revitalizer

3) SVRT

It's all I need...

It's been there a couple days for dealer preorders.

I need to start checking this page daily...

so much that my wife has told me to slow down,lol.

welcome. there is no slowing down

Nice! What did you use to apply the 1:1 SVRT to the bedliner with? I assume you didn't do it with a 4" piece of foam...

Thanks for the feedback guy's. I don't think the quality of paint on a Vette is on the same level as a Porsche or other high level cars. I guess GM made up for it with a harder clear coat. Still love the Vette though.

GM also made up for it with a more bad *** motor...

I never get caught at a red light in mine, I can be 1/4 mile from the yellow light and still make it through

I don't know about their pressure washers...but I used to love Craftsman products until they started outsourcing to China. Now everything I get from them is as poor quality as expected. I would bet that for light use, it might hold up, but it won't last a lifetime.

Great review. Thanks for putting the time and effort in on this for everyone.

 

This is one products I keep 5 gallon stock of at all time. Between cleaning rides and the house it's a must have.

 

Again, great review!

Time for a 5 gallon APC daily special?

Weird, i've never had that happen on my truck. Are you applying the SVRT right after you wash it, without blowing the water out of the cracks? If so im guessing a lot of the super vrt is getting into the cracks then running down the side. I dont think it has anything to do with the vrt your applying to the plastic.

 

I never use vrt right after a wash for that reason. Too much water in the cracks. I usually wait a few hours for it to dry out then hit it with vrt.

you need a Master Blaster!!!

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this stuff is awesome! although expensive, this little bottle lasts a LONG time

$129.... the wife would not be happy with that!

 

I'm going to get the gallon of APC, I think the SVRT and Detail spray will last me a little while. Then I'll def be going w/ the gallons from here on out!

 

Thanks for the info.

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Not to hijack the thread...but is it important to use the same pad for polish #1 each time, or can you just clean both pads and use either for #1 or #2 without concern?

APC goes quickly! Buy all in gallons to resolve the supply issue!

After my first round of 16 oz bottles, I moved straight to gallon refills for everything but SVRT. 1 gal = 128 oz so if you do the math it's normally about a 50% savings per oz.

Also, check this out for more savings: Adam's Essential Pack - 1 Gallon Refills I believe they will work with you on substituting different products in the 4 pack as well.

I win

Dilute your APC 1:1. It still works great. I read somewhere that it's 4X more concentrated than comparable cleaners (I'm assuming things like Simple Green).

Question 2: I would highly recommend claying first if it hasn't been done recently. You'll be surprised how much this helps! If you check out the detailing videos that Adam's put out, they show you how to tell if you need to clay by using a plastic bag. Then revive, QS, and wax would be the right order. Personally, I love the Americana paste wax, although I've never tried buttery.

Also to aide in bug removal, a pre-soak with WW really does help

Quick Sealant!

My goal is to clean, polish, and protect a TracRac similar to this: TracRac Features / Overview | TracRac

Under the description, it states that the 2 materials are powdercoated and anodized aluminum. Cleaning will be done as part of a strip wash and for final protection I will just use quick sealant. My question is: should I polish with Revive? MP1&2 should not be used on powdercoated or anodized aluminum, correct?

Thanks

Most parts washers designed for a home garage use water-based solvents. Has anyone tried Adam's APC, or a mixture thereof, instead of "parts washer solvent"?

if you are even considering buying them, then definitely hit up the BOGO for at least a pair of these and see for yourself!

besides, if you aren't completely satisfied, they are covered by the 110% satisfaction guarantee! you really can't lose...

i just purchased a bottle of this.... im curious on how the durability is on my trims....

 

In the video, they said it is no big deal if it gets on paint, it wipes right off, sold me.

So i hope it is the truth... because when i apply trim dressing, even when u are super be careful, u still get it on the paint and, when u wipe it off, it smears even more, causing to wipe even more.

 

Les see how this SVRT stands out from the crowd....

Ivan,

It does take a little effort to remove from paint and glass, but it's not as hard as other brands. I like to use a small shot of detail spray on my rag to assist with removal.