Mario Gambacortta Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 I recently had the opportunity to do a full paint correction on this amazing full carbon fiber body Cobra. The car had some shipping damage do to some loose straps, which rubbed across most of the hood. The rest of the car was also long overdue for a detail. Adam and I also had the opportunity to test our soon to be released new compound and 7.5" foam pad. Hope you enjoy! The before photos: I started with the engine compartment. It was sprayed down with Adam's Waterless Wash and agitated and wiped with a Waterless Wash Towel and Adam's Premium Trim & Lug Nut Brush. All metal surfaces were treated with Adam's Metal Polish and a microfiber applicator. 50/50 shot: Adam's Revive Polish was used on the engine bay painted surfaces. Wheels were up next. Fender wells and tires were soaked with Adam's All Purpose Cleaner and scrubbed with a fender brush. Green Wheel Cleaner and brushes: The exterior just had some light dust on it, so it was cleaned with Waterless Wash and a towel (plus I didn't have the convertible top). Old wax build up was removed from badges and hard to reach spots On to the paint correction. Here are some of the very deep strap wear marks: Close up photos of before condition: Adam's Clay Bar in action. Mr. Adam Pitale stopped by to test our new compound and foam pad with me. Wet sanding with 2000/2500 grit sand paper was the only option on some scratches (not for the light of heart on a $100K+ car!). Compound and new green foam pad: Results after compounding with the Flex: Finishing polish steps were completed with Adam's Swirl & Haze Remover followed by Fine Machine Polish. Brilliant Glaze was applied to increase the depth and reflection of the paint. Two coats of Adam's Americana Premium Paste Wax were the finishing touches. Rubber and trim were protected with Adam's Super VRT and In & Out Spray. The interior was tackled last. The floor mats were removed and cleaned with Adam's Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner. Leather seats were scrubbed with with Adam's Leather and Interior Cleaner, and protected with Leather Conditioner. And finally the results: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6spdg37s Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 nice car... nice work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug123 Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Looks amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Great correction Mario (and Adam) on a fantastic car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven@adams Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Wow man! That is fanfreakintastic! I am really looking forward to the compound. Here's an idea- you should send me some to test. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario Gambacortta Posted October 12, 2010 Author Share Posted October 12, 2010 We will definitely get you some Steve! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moz Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Nice Work Mario/Adam! Is that green pad a "light cut" (between white/orange or orange/yellow)? BTW,I love my FLEX:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven@adams Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Nice! I will check my door every 30 min until it gets here....starting now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Nice job Guys! New products! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolth Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Love those Cobras there're really nice cars very nice work guys:pc: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Gulp. Amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyGo Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Nothing short of astonishing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Sweet. This is one of my dream cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1anonly Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Mario nice job! Can I ask how long it took you to do it? Also, care to share any details about the green pad and compound? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTO Guy Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 I need that compound! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicklet Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwalker Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 I hate you guys!! You always get to detail cool stuff! You know the last 3 cars I got to detail? 1. 2007 Dodge Caravan with baby vomit on the carpet and seats. 2. 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 3. 1997 Honda Civic with the most tacky body kit I have seen. But seriously amazing work guys! I takes some juevos to put sandpaper to carbon fiber! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ryan Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Nice work Mario! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Wow. Fantastic job Mario!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osok Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Nice job..as always!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrVette83 Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 While I completely respect the work completed on the car. I'm getting hung up on the BRG and Yellow contrasting colors. The yellow on the car is a bit much for me. Great job on the detail. Can't wait to hear more about this new pad and compound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario Gambacortta Posted October 13, 2010 Author Share Posted October 13, 2010 Thanks for all the kind comments everyone. I would love to give more detail about the compound and foam pad but we are still fine tuning everything. I can say this new compound has some of the best dimensioning abrasives I have ever used! Its open work time is so long it finishes like a polish! Stay tuned for more to come... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuhTeng Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 wow Mario, very nice work. I agree with MrVette, the colors are not my favorite, but I've always loved those cars. It was always my Dad's dream to build one with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audi X2 Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Simply stunning! I am sure the owner of the car was overwhelmed with the results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Amazing job Mario, that looked like a fun one! Thanks for all the kind comments everyone. I would love to give more detail about the compound and foam pad but we are still fine tuning everything. I can say this new compound has some of the best dimensioning abrasives I have ever used! Its open work time is so long it finishes like a polish! Stay tuned for more to come... Agreed... this new stuff is a joy to work with for really heavy corrections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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