realityeds Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 Finally it's time to shed my snake's hologram and scratched skin for an Adam's mirror shine. Thanks to the Junkman and his videos for getting me here. So, the ongoing Flex v. PC... Right now I have my checkout cart on adamspolishes.com ready to pull the trigger, just want to make sure what's the best choice to get rid of my issues. What y'all think? The car has no major deep "fingernail" scratches, just pervasive holograms and clear coat scratches. There's also old gunk from "detailing" by the previous owner as shown in the picture of my vent cranny. There's also hard water etching, notably on the exhaust sill also shown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Tegeler Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 nice looking viper, and it will only look better after some Adams. I would say if you can go for the Flex! that finish has been beat up for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 So, the ongoing Flex v. PC... Right now I have my checkout cart on adamspolishes.com ready to pull the trigger, just want to make sure what's the best choice to get rid of my issues. What y'all think? The car has no major deep "fingernail" scratches, just pervasive holograms and clear coat scratches. There's also old gunk from "detailing" by the previous owner as shown in the picture of my vent cranny. There's also hard water etching, notably on the exhaust sill also shown. Those look nasty! The PC can handle those swirls, but it will take many passes, while the Flex will knock them out in a few passes. The plus with the PC is it will handle the 4" Focus pads. If you have the time and don't plan to do many other cars, the PC may be the choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 1, 2012 Author Share Posted June 1, 2012 what about the "gunk"?? I figure Adam's all purpose cleaner but what about the elbow grease part?.. microfiber towel or old toothbrush (is that blasphemy here)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Tegeler Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 the APC will get that gunk right out of there! Let it soak on there then agitate it with a brush or some sort and it should look like new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemoN Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 That beast is gonna seem like a new car after this detail! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 Good luck & have fun & post up some after pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 what about the "gunk"?? I figure Adam's all purpose cleaner but what about the elbow grease part?.. microfiber towel or old toothbrush (is that blasphemy here)? the APC will get that gunk right out of there! Let it soak on there then agitate it with a brush or some sort and it should look like new If it's just dried wax or polish start with DS. You may want to try using qtips or wrapping a microfiber towel around a Popsicle stick. If that doesn't work, step up to the APC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXPaycheck Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 New Product Alert: Adam's Elbow Grease It helps you do what you need to do. And it smells like __________! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity Detailing, LLC Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Can't wait to see this one done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Looks like a fun project to detail. BTW go with the flex! I wish I did, but still get great results with my PC. :thumbup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z71_Denali Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 (edited) nice thing about viper paint is its not nearly as hard as say a corvette's clearcoat. PC may be all you need, but given the condition of what your working on, the FLEX will save you time! i like to ask this, how much is your time worth? you could save about 1/3 of your polishing time by using the flex. that could be 2-4 hours of your time. Edited June 2, 2012 by 2010TexasEdition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 nice thing about viper paint is its not nearly as hard as say a corvette's clearcoat. PC may be all you need, but given the condition of what your working on, the FLEX will save you time! i like to ask this, how much is your time worth? you could save about 1/3 of your polishing time by using the flex. that could be 2-4 hours of your time. I chickened out and went with the PC. Working in the garage is kind of a no pressure thing so more time is no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardo Posted June 3, 2012 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Make sure you do some test spots. Get a feel for what type of process the paint needs. I would start with, orange pad and S&H, then white pad with FMP, quick sealant, glaze and americana. It's going to look sweet when done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainChet Posted June 9, 2012 Share Posted June 9, 2012 Some of those areas might need a rotary! As an owner of many black cars (since 1989 a dozen or so) I'd say the Flex would be the only choice for this terrific Viper. I did a silver Viper with a PC in much better shape and it was fine. But my C5 Vette was very very difficult to correct with the PC. I just ordered a Flex for my 2010 Black C6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueGenCoupe Posted June 9, 2012 Share Posted June 9, 2012 ouch that paint is in need of some loving. Cant wait to see this baby all polished up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 12, 2012 Author Share Posted June 12, 2012 quick in progress shots; after multiple passes of green and orange with the PC. Bumper is not touched except for wash and clay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 Can't wait to see this finished! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 12, 2012 Author Share Posted June 12, 2012 Can't wait to see this finished! Trying to bust my tail to get ready for this Saturday's local Mopar Fest. Send me a tshirt Adam's and I'll wear it proudly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianT Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Getting better! It's gonna look killer when your done!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wardo Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Fine machine polish is going to blow your mind after your finished using it. Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Great progress so far. I hope you get it all done in time. Can't wait to see the final results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 16, 2012 Author Share Posted June 16, 2012 "finished"... you know that is never true but a good time to take a breather right before the Moparfest in town. There was a light breeze so the grit you see is the dust particles already accumulating... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chase@InsanePaint Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 Muuuuuuucho bueno señor!!!!! Loves me a sexy black adamized Mopar!!!!!! Wonder why........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realityeds Posted June 16, 2012 Author Share Posted June 16, 2012 I'll post engine bay pics too, it was also Adamized Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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